Finding Sparkle in the Sh*t Show: A Memoir of My Dad, My Cancer, and Ham in the Fridge
By Amanda Dugger
Finding Sparkle in the Shit Show is a raw, funny, and deeply human memoir about navigating life’s messiest moments with grit, humor, and grace. From losing her parents and surviving cancer in her teens to facing a second diagnosis while raising an infant and running a company, Amanda Dugger shows what it means to keep finding light—sparkle, even—amid chaos, grief, and hospital gowns. Along the way, her father’s memory, a fridge full of ham, and a fierce sense of humor remind her that love and laughter can carry us through just about anything.
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Amanda Dugger
Author
Amanda Dugger is the CEO of DGR Systems and founder of GenuineHuman.org. With more than two decades of experience in Information Technology, she has served as a leader and enabler across both public agencies and private enterprises.
Amanda’s passion for philanthropy was sparked early in life after being diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma as a young adult. Over the years, she has championed countless causes before founding GenuineHuman.org to amplify the impact of everyday changemakers in their local communities.
In 2020, Amanda faced her most personal challenge yet: a breast cancer diagnosis during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, while raising her 5-month-old daughter, during a career transition. This experience deepened her commitment to resilience, empathy, and the importance of supporting others through adversity.
Born and raised in St. Louis, MO, Amanda holds a BS in Computer Management Information Systems from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. She now resides in Tampa, FL with her husband and daughter.
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