flock of quackers
a prayer with every step
A journey of Faith, Healing & Stewardship that later inspired the Sunny Stella® Book Series
An adult memoir of recovery, resilience, and real-life transformation
What happens when two prayers receive one unexpected answer? “Get Ducks“
What began as a simple answer became a life-changing journey of healing, faith, and restoration.
This adult memoir shares real-life experiences of faith, recovery, and resilience following a traumatic brain injury
From Injury to Purpose
After surviving a lightning strike that caused a traumatic brain injury and aphasia, Susan Shining-Star faced a world where writing and daily life became overwhelming. Through persistence, adaptive strategies, and faith, she slowly reclaimed her voice ~ one word at a time.
More Than Ducks
Raising ducklings became more than a task ~ it became a rhythm that restored structure, supported healing, and revealed a deeper connection between:
- personal restoration
- environmental stewardship
- spiritual grounding
All working together ~ one step at a time
What You’ll Find Inside
- A memoir of faith, recovery, and resilience
- Real-life experiences captured in over 200 full-color photos
- Insights into stewardship, sustainability, and daily living
- A journey that later inspired the Sunny Stella® Series
Who This Book Is For
- Readers seeking faith-based encouragement
- Those navigating injury, illness, or life challenges
- Anyone drawn to stories of resilience and transformation
- Curious beginners exploring ducks, homesteading, or nature
Not a “How-To” ~ But a “How-We”
This isn’t a step-by-step guide. It’s a lived journey of trusting God, adapting through challenges, and finding purpose in unexpected places.
Final Note
This book is real. ~ It is imperfect. ~ It is guided.
And it unfolds. ~ One prayer ~ One step at a time.
Behind the Book
Curious how Flock of Quackers began?
Read the story behind the book and see the original introduction.
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