What Family Does
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Prologue Margaret sat in the dimly lit room looking at Bernie’s battered body lying in the hospital bed. His head was swollen and both eyes were so blackened that it made his face totally unrecognizable. There were IV tubes going into his arms and various machines monitored his vital stats. Nurses were checking every fifteen minutes on his condition, hoping to see some improvement. Her eyes could not stay dry as she watched her precious son cling to life. Bernie was all Margaret ever had and the thought of losing him was so overwhelming she could not allow her thoughts to go there. The doctors had not been very encouraging and had told Margaret to prepare for the worst case scenario. She kept replaying the details of the attack in her head. She could not grasp how another human being could be so vicious to the point of killing someone for so little without really caring. Bernie was the kind of person that always treated others with kindness and respect. He was a war veteran working every day while pretty much leading a normal life in America. As she pondered those thoughts, she found herself coming back to Bernie’s critical condition which prompted more tears. She did only what she could do during this tragic time, and that was to pray. Bernie needed a miracle to live and Margaret knew that could not come from any doctor. She repeatedly pleaded with God to save Bernie’s life, and now all she could do was wait for His answer.
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An unwed mother, a homeless man, a curious boy, a criminal act of violence- these have nothing in common with each other...or do they? As the story unfolds, you'll see things aren't as they first appear.... and "What Family Does" to bring about the surprising culmination of these events will not only take you by surprise, but also warms your heart.
About the Author
Vince Flecker holds a Bachelors degree from University of Indianapolis with a major in Health and Physical Education. He completed a Masters degree in Education from Butler University. Vince’s post-graduate journey started with teaching Biology at George Washington High School in Indianapolis. After five years he entered private business as an owner of a landscaping company. Sixteen years later Vince returned to the classroom at Zionsville Middle School teaching sciences, health and physical education. Along with teaching, Vince organized and led students on numerous outdoor adventure trips during the summers, with Rocky Mountain National Park being the most visited destination. He also helped lead the first Fellowship of Christian Athletes group at ZMS. In addition to teaching, Vince coached baseball, football and wrestling. Along with coaching, Vince was a wrestling official for both high school and college that spanned over forty years. Since retiring from education in 2017 Vince enjoys flipping an occasional house, various volunteer projects, fishing, camping and many other outdoor activities. As a life-long Hoosier, Vince resides in Zionsville with his bride Peggy. Both of their daughters have followed in their father’s footsteps as teachers, Jenny in public education and Rachel in private music education. Both daughters and spouses along with six grandchildren reside in Zionsville. You can contact Vince with questions about the book or for speaking engagements at vflecker565@gmail.com