Michael's Tear

Michael’ s Tear is a tribute to Michael’s remarkable spirit, celebrating a life filled with courage, laughter and love. Written by his mother, Yvonne, this heartfelt memoir honours the joy he brought to those around him and the lasting legacy he leaves behind. Michael embraced life with an infectious smile, a generous heart and a wonderful sense of humour that touched everyone he met

About The Author

Yvonne Tasker

Yvonne Tasker is a retired social worker, BA Social Work (Hons) it is a Bachelor of Arts, having worked for most of her adult life in the social work industry. She has worked in a vast array of settings, including work with murderers, sex offenders, people with substance abuse issues, domestic violence victims, and children in the care system. She always remembered her grassroots and worked from a framework of dignity and respect, believing that everyone has their own “unique story” that has potentially impacted their need for assistance…

About Michael

Michael’s Life Journey

This is the story of my son Michael

Michael’s Tear or Michael’s story is not intended to be a sympathy seeking or depressing recount of Michael’s life’s journey. Whilst I do not for a moment suggest that there aren’t any sad events that occurred, or times of despair, this is only a part of the journey. I am hoping that what I have achieved it to capture his spirit, love of life and personality. Michael loved life and lived every moment of it.

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Michael's Tear

Michael’s Tear is a deeply personal memoir by Yvonne Tasker, telling the extraordinary story of her son Michael, a boy who faced life-threatening illness not once, but twice, before reaching adulthood. Written with honesty, warmth, and unflinching courage, the book chronicles Michael’s journey from a carefree childhood in regional Victoria through the harrowing world of childhood cancer, and ultimately to a life-saving heart transplant.

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