On the Ruins of Old Dreams, New Ones Grow

On the Ruins of Old Dreams, New Ones Grow

At the age of 29, Maja left her homeland of Croatia and moved alone to Germany with nothing but a suitcase, hope, and the determination to build a better life.

Years later, just as she believed she had finally found stability, she was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at only 37 years old.

In this deeply personal autobiography, Maja shares her journey through loss, illness, motherhood, loneliness, resilience, and hope. From sleeping in her car with her loyal Samoyed Luna to facing one of the greatest challenges of her life, she tells her story with honesty, courage, and heart.

This is not a story about giving up.

It is a story about finding strength when everything seems lost, rebuilding life from the ground up, and discovering that even on the ruins of old dreams, new ones can grow.

An inspiring true story for anyone who has ever faced hardship, loss, illness, or the challenge of starting over.