New Release
Mariana’s
SuperHero
A Story That Lights Up the Heart
by Ana Munoz
Perfectly Loved
Everyone has a plan on how to raise a child until the unthinkable happens, and it shakes the foundation of your world. The plans that were made around raising a ‘normal’ child ended quicker than they began.
In this transparent and honest lifestory, Ana Munoz shares her insights and faith in raising a daughter with Special Needs. Ana tells of the mountains that she has climbed to provide a world for her daughter that is filled with love and understanding.
Giving birth to her has taken her on unexpected journeys of all the unknowns. Her daughter’s life did not come with a manual, but it came with titbits of life lessons that she would not change in her world.
Ana shares the lessons she’s learned, perhaps the biggest being not to stereotype kids with special needs but to teach them that the sky is the limit. As she’s watched her daughter grow, she’s learned to celebrate the small beginnings. Small steps for others are big steps and even breakthroughs for her.
These big steps have opened immense doors of opportunities on the island of Kauai with her peers and the community. Ana’s hope in life is that her daughter knows that’s she is perfectly loved, and that she has positively impacted those around her.
It is time to come along on this journey with her. She will give you hope, strength and courage to live when you get hit with the unexpected.
Blessings to all and Mahalo!
Mariana’s SuperHero
What happens when standing up for someone you love doesn’t go the way you expected? When a moment meant to protect turns into a challenge neither of them saw coming, siblings Mariana and Christian are thrust into a journey that changes everything.
As they navigate tough choices, new friendships, and the consequences of their actions, they begin to realize that true heroism isn’t about being the strongest or the fastest, it’s about compassion, courage, and doing what’s right even when it’s hard.
Through laughter, struggles, and heartfelt lessons, Mariana and Christian discover that every hero’s journey begins with a single act of love and sometimes, the greatest superpower of all is the bond they share.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Ana Munoz
Entrepreneur, Writer and Speaker.
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Ana has called Hawai‘i home for more than 35 years, raising her two sons and her daughter, Mariana, who was born with Down syndrome. The early years brought fear and uncertainty, but as Mariana grew, so did Ana’s strength. Through every challenge and breakthrough, she discovered purpose in understanding her daughter’s world and championing her potential.
After co-owning a restaurant for two decades, Ana stepped into a new calling as a habilitation assistant for adults with special needs. Her passion and courage helped create opportunities where few existed launching camps, clubs, Bible studies, creative sign dance, and even a prom, ensuring no one in the special needs community is overlooked.
Ana loves writing, crafting, being outdoors, and exploring new places. Above all, she hopes Mariana always knows she is perfectly loved. Her dream is to leave her daughter and her community with a legacy of living boldly, joyfully, and with unwavering courage.
I met Ana in 2010. I sat across from her in a camp dining hall full of kids as she shared her passion for her beautiful special needs daughter. And then she shared her vision for special needs kids in the Hawaiian Islands.
In those few minutes I was captured by her passion, vision and love for her daughter.
Ana cares for all special needs kids, not just her own.
She is fearless , determined, full of faith and love for Jesus.
She greatly impacted my life but I am only one of many. I count myself blessed to call her friend.
Nick PalermoFounder of young life Capernaum, Executive founding Director Emmaus inn ministries
I have known Ana Munoz since 2005 and have continuously witnessed her enormous love for not only her own special needs child but with unbridled enthusiasm, Ana shares that same love with every challenged child she comes in contact with.
With our Camp Agape Teams we have been able to assist Ana with her Special needs Proms and some Special Camp events which overjoyed the children and encouraged us all.
The world is blessed by Ana’s creativity, strength and commitment in loving on God’s special children.
Rudy BosmaCamp Agape Kauai, Former Director
I met Ana in 2008 when she loving welcomed my family into hers after moving to Kauai. Since the day I met her I knew she had an deep love and desire to encourage and inspire individuals with special needs. Her passion led her to start Young Life Capernaum, the only outreach on Kauai for young people with intellectual and physical disabilities. Ana’s vision was to create a place where young people with special needs could come and know God’s love for them all while having fun. Ana’s vision expanded to monthly clubs, weekly Bible studies, sign language performances, Proms and summer camps for these special young people.
Our Island and our hearts have forever been impacted by Ana’s love, leadership and passion for individuals with special needs to be all that God created them to be. She has a special gift to make people feel loved and she serves others with unrelenting joy. I have personally seen her lovingly parent her daughter throughout the years and encourage her that the sky is the limit. Ana leaves a bright light in all of the hearts of the people she meets. You will forever be challenged, encouraged and blessed by Ana’s wisdom and passion for individuals with special needs. Our community has been transformed by her love.
Amanda PhillipsOccupational Therapist Able Ministries
A heartwarming, inspiring and encouraging story based on real events surrounding the world of a special needs child. Wonderful!
Eva B CA must read
What is Ana’s next Journey:
- Podcasts
- Special Needs Home Economics Workshops
- Turning my Book into Audible
- Translating Perfectly Loved in other languages
- Building a Special Needs Orphanage in Mexico
- Building an assisted living Community for special Needs adults
Each step reflects Ana’s heart: to serve, uplift, and expand possibilities for the special needs community. One journey at a time.