Geri's Jewels & Gems
is a collection of Geri Jewell's columns she wrote for
Ability Magazine
over six years, as well as fun photos from Geri's life that she chose herself. It is truly a balanced blend of her sense of humor and sensitivity which embraces her ability to survive and thrive in a world that was challenging from the time she was born with cerebral palsy in 1956.
In 1978 she embarked upon a career in stand-up comedy and became known to millions as Cousin Geri on the NBC show,
The Facts of Life
. Her career extends more than four decades as a comedian, actress, and writer. This book gives us a rare insight as to how her mind is wired and promises to humor, inspire, and challenge us all to love life.