DON’T LET THE
Hard Days Win

RETIREMENT TO RECOVERY
JOSHUA 1:9

“The road may have changed, but my journey isn’t over.”

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Original unaltered photograph of Mitzi Bell Maclaren
MEET THE AUTHOR

Mitzi Bell Maclaren

A West Texas girl who made her dreams a reality. A mother, grandmother, teacher, coach, adventurer, and a woman who refuses to let hard days win.

After nearly 30 years of teaching and coaching, retirement brought a new adventure on the open road. A life-changing motorcycle accident in October 2024 began a journey through recovery, faith, family, and determination.

“Be strong and courageous.” — Joshua 1:9

Original photograph of Mitzi and Charlie

LOVE, LAUGHTER & WIND THERAPY

Finding adventure and a love that changed everything.

Original family photograph by the lake

TOGETHER — FAMILY

Six daughters, one son, nine granddaughters, and generations of love, laughter, and beautiful memories.

Original motorcycle selfie of the couple, orange shirt, natural unaltered faces

THE OPEN ROAD

Thousands of miles, countless memories.

Original photograph of the motorcycle after the accident

THE ACCIDENT

A life-changing moment in October 2024.

Original hospital recovery photograph

RECOVERY

Challenges, blessings, and the determination to keep going.

THE BOOK

Don’t Let the Hard Days Win

Retirement to Recovery

Joshua 1:9

In production. Coming to Amazon Kindle and audiobook.