For Juliana : Almost to the Almost, One Penny at a Time

Janet Spencer Barnes is a mother of 6 children thrust into the unenviable position of caregiver for her oldest daughter, Juliana Ramos following a horrific car crash that left her fighting for her life. In the early stages of recovery, Janet documented the experience for her family and friends to keep them informed. What developed was a chronicle of international inspiration as she gradually created a love story about her daughter. Read along as Juliana fought to live, recover and then live again while the world around her grows more and more fascinated by her journey and by the unwavering support of her fiance, Chris Medina. This is the first in a series documenting the story of Juliana Ramos living with a Traumatic Brain Injury that captured the hearts of the nation... a true reflection of love for a remarkable young lady and all those in her orbit wanting to do all they can...For Juliana.

"In 'For Juliana' Janet chronicles the determined efforts of her brave and tenacious family on an extraordinary journey of recovery. From the early days after Juliana's accident, as doctors gave only grim pronouncements, Janet had the courage and intelligence to embrace two simple truths about her daughers' prospects for recovery from a traumatic brain injury: There are no guarantees, but there is always hope. This is a true story of tireless love and hope that only a mother could write." ~Jim Dolan, Executive Director, Laurus Foundation~

"This is the most uplifting and riveting tale I have ever heard. I feel blessed every day that you have allowed the world into your life so that we may be better for it. Praying for Juliana always." ~Facebook follower from the Philippines~

"When I read what Juliana has accomplished, what you as a mom have accomplished, and what Chris and your whole support system has accomplished I want to be a better person. Every day I am stronger in my belief in' Team Juli', humanity, and God. I will be grateful to you forever for that." ~Facebook follower from Oak Forest, IL~