Author Don Farrell brings the skill of
a naturalist and the heart of a poet to
this work. His experiences as a father,
husband, veteran, environmentalist,
singer and world traveler have formed
a creative, optimistic approach to life.
In 2011, enjoying a fulfi lling career of
25 years in environmental health and
safety and with his two daughters now
adults, Don was diagnosed with ALS
(amyotrophic lateral sclerosis—Lou
Gehrig’s disease).
Mr. Farrell views his increasing physical limitations as both a challenge
and an opportunity. In 2012, he left the emergency response program at the
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to write, travel and enjoy
life as a retiree. Support from family, friends and a loving wife, who is also
his caregiver, allows Don to use his creative writing gift to inspire people and
advocate for ALS patients everywhere.
Don and his wife, Joan, live in Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, where music and views of
farmlands and sunsets make each day a memory to treasure. When the weather is
fair, there you will find Team D/J and three cats on the porch reading, writing and
planning their next adventure.
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