The Velvet Bow: (And Other Dark Sh*t)

What happens when life hands you every reason to stay quiet, play small, and accept the limits others place on you?You step out of line.In The Velvet Bow (And Other Dark Sh*t), Peri R. Finkelstein delivers a powerful, witty, and deeply personal memoir about navigating life with a rare form of Muscular Dystrophy while refusing to be defined by disability, trauma, or society's expectations.Through humor, heartbreak, resilience, and unapologetic honesty, Peri shares the stories that shaped her journey—from medical challenges and childhood experiences to advocacy, identity, independence, and the relentless pursuit of a life lived on her own terms.More than a memoir, this is a story about reclaiming your voice, challenging assumptions, and discovering that being different is not a weakness—it's a superpower.Inside these pages, you'll discover: A raw and unfiltered look at life with a rare disability Stories of resilience, advocacy, and overcoming barriers The realities of navigating healthcare, education, and public perception Lessons on self-worth, confidence, and embracing your individuality Powerful reflections on trauma, healing, and personal growth Humorous and unforgettable stories that reveal the beauty in life's imperfections No sugarcoating. Some swearing. You were warned. Inspiration to challenge expectations and create your own pathLife handed Peri every reason to stay quiet. She wrote a book instead.Written with equal parts sass, vulnerability, and determination, The Velvet Bow invites readers into Peri's world while encouraging them to examine their own assumptions about disability, identity, and what it means to belong.Whether you're living with a disability, supporting someone who is, working in healthcare or education, or simply searching for a story of resilience and self-discovery, this memoir offers a powerful reminder that your circumstances do not determine your worth.Because the best lives belong to women who see the line, hear the rules, and roll right past both.Peri R. Finkelstein is an Emmy Award winner, TEDx speaker (her talk was narrated by Mayim Bialik), Forbes-featured founder, and Founder/CEO of the Team Peri Foundation, which has raised more than $1 million for charity. This is her first book.If you're ready for a memoir that will make you laugh, think, cry, and see the world differently, then scroll up and click “Add to Cart” right now!