A True story of Tragedy, Grief, Redemption, Joy and Fulfilment Margie, a beautiful young widow with four children, created a haven in her family home on 2nd Line West for people who needed a place to land after life offered them up sadness, depression or misfortune. 2nd Line West became their place for a second chance. In this loving memoir, Tom Herstad shares the story of his mother’s impact on many lives. You’ll witness a woman’s life, look deep into a family’s story, then read the amazing stories from so many of those she helped. Margie used her wisdom and strength to influence and coach the positive transformation of many souls, all the while reinventing herself. These stories remind us of something we are born with, most everyone has forgotten. A GRIPPING, UNFORGETTABLE true story of Grief, Redemption and JOY, YOU CAN’T PUT DOWN!…BONNIE KOGOS, AUTHOR AND NEWSPAPER COLUMNIST FOR THE SUDBURY STAR… . A book is a tool that can be used as a pointer for the reader to look within, but not every book does this. Tom’s book, 2nd Line West does this and can be used to enhance one’s life.Michael Cupo - Author It’s Monday is only in your mind
Tom Herstad has done a lovely job of sharing with us the amazing story of his mother, Margie, and his family in 2nd Line West. I highly recommend this book for any individual or family wishing deeper and more loving connections with each other.Paul Saltzman, Emmy award winning Movie and Television Director/Producer