A life less ordinary—and the stories I probably shouldn’t tell.

The Garlic Fell in My Underwear is a candid, irreverent memoir about the adventures, relationships and questionable decisions that make a life worth writing about. Laurie Schamber shares the moments that shaped her, from difficult beginnings to embarrassing encounters, lasting friendships and finding contentment on her own terms.

Real Life, Blunt Honesty and Plenty of Humour

From foster homes and hitchhiking across Canada to motherhood, three marriages and travels abroad, Laurie tells her stories with little hesitation about admitting where things went sideways.

But behind the laughter are reflections on depression, self-worth, belonging and the search for love and acceptance. These are personal stories told by someone willing to examine her choices—and laugh at herself along the way.

And yes, there really is a story about garlic falling into her underwear.

What This Book Includes

• Stories of growing up, foster care and teenage independence
• Adventures in travel, friendship and starting over
• Candid accounts of marriage, motherhood, sex and relationships
• Reflections on depression, self-worth and being alone without being lonely
• Memorable mishaps and embarrassing moments told with unapologetic humour
• Personal photographs from different chapters of Laurie’s life

Sometimes painful, often funny and occasionally outrageous, this memoir celebrates the value of telling your story—including the parts most people would leave out.

Digital Edition Details

• EPUB eBook
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• Each purchased copy is individually personalized and watermarked for the purchaser
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Content Notice

This memoir contains strong language, candid sexual content, adult photographs, and discussion of depression, difficult childhood experiences and threatening encounters. It is intended for adult readers.