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Summary: Lo's Story Will Be With Me Always
Review: I cried my tears as I read your story. I am still in awe over the ability of the human spirit in adversity. Lo and her family have touched thousands of hearts thru their lives and thru their book, no doubt inspiring countless others to stretch themselves to do something they fear is impossible, or to forge ahead when life seems like "too much to handle". Now, when I catch myself complaining about anything at all, I remember the Deitrichs, and the fact that Lo has to "fight" for every breath she takes. I humbly shift into gratitude for my life and my health, and I send loving thoughts to this and other CF families, and pray that my strength may be equal to theirs if I am ever faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, odds that they live with every single day. Thank you for opening your lives to others.
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Summary: What powerful life-lessons shared by the Detrich Family!
Review: I knew this book would be interesting since I had the good fortune of coaching Lo Detrich and her 5th grade basketball team 5 years ago. I was able to witness her unique spirit firsthand. But, what really impressed me about this book was how the rest of the Detrich Family opened their hearts and shared with the rest of the world the struggles and frustrations dealing with Cystic Fibrosis. Yet through all the therapy, illnesses, medications, emergencies, and prognoses, they carry on and not only "get through it" but prosper despite it. Their faith is great and their love and commitment to each other and the community is an inspiration. This book will bless you.
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Summary: Sharing in "the Spirit of Lo"
Review: I loved this book! As an adult with CF, there are things about my parents' and sister's life and love that I have taken for granted. This book very lovingly opened my eyes to what my life has been like for them. I would recommend this book to anyone who cares about me - my husband's family, my parents, my sister, my mentor, friends, my psychologist, and any new CF families I come into contact with. I think this book is an invaluable asset to those in our ranks and those who join us daily. One of the biggest encouragements is that Lo is still here. I have read many inspirational tributes to people who are gone. It lifts my spirit to know that Lo is still on her journey. Thank you for your reflection, insight, love, commitment and talent. Many people will be helped and encouraged by your words. Holly Loughlin, Austin, Texas
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Summary: Informative, entertaining, and full of life!
Review: I read this book as a fellow sufferer of Cystic Fibrosis. I began it thinking it would be another sad story, full of emotion and bad news. Not so. The Detrich's are people that have been in the thick of it, and are still there, even as I write this. I had thought that my living in the UK might provide not only a language barrier, but differences in our thoughts about CF. Instead, I found many of my own thoughts shining back at me from the pages. The book helped me to understand the thoughts and worries of my own family, and gave me an insider's look at another family affected as mine is, without being sentimental or sensationalist about it. It is easy to read, and full of thought provoking material, and has left me with a real wish to get on and live my life!
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Summary: An emotional story of a daughter with cystic fibrosis
Review: I read this book in record time...about three evenings. The story is written by Lo's parents who attempt to reveal the struggle of their family and how they dealt with their daughter's debilitating disease. It is written with much emotion...so much that you think it could be your family. It should be on everyone's "Book to Read" list.
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Summary: A Must Read Book!
Review: I strongly recommend this book to anyone. Whether or not you have a family member or friend with a terminal illness, this book will touch your heart. A few months ago I had the pleasure of meeting Terry, Don and Lo. They are an amazing family! When they told me about their book, I couldn't wait to get a copy and read it. It took me two days; I couldn't put it down. Our daughter was diagnosed with CF at 9 weeks of age so I could relate to many parts of the book. This book has inspired me to never give up on fighting for this disease and for those who suffer from it. Many thanks to the Detrichs!!
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Summary: A Must Read Book!
Review: I strongly recommend this book to anyone. Whether or not you have a family member or friend with a terminal illness, this book will touch your heart. A few months ago I had the pleasure of meeting Terry, Don and Lo. They are an amazing family! When they told me about their book, I couldn't wait to get a copy and read it. It took me two days; I couldn't put it down. Our daughter was diagnosed with CF at 9 weeks of age so I could relate to many parts of the book. This book has inspired me to never give up on fighting for this disease and for those who suffer from it. Many thanks to the Detrichs!!
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Summary: A love story, a testimonial and a guide
Review: It's full of tears and chuckles, all the while being very thought-provoking.
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Summary: That's it!
Review: So many things in your book made me want to shout "THAT'S IT!" The smell of the formula, the loose stools before the enzymes kicked in, the entire shelf in the kitchen filled with her medicines, the astronomical medical bills, the exhaustion, the depression, the frustration. No one understands except the parent of a chronically ill child what it is really like. Your book does a wonderful job of giving others a glimpse of what our lives are like. I plan to get copies for all my sisters to read. Thank you for taking the time to put it together. I plan to keep you all in my prayers.
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Summary: That's it!
Review: So many things in your book made me want to shout "THAT'S IT!" The smell of the formula, the loose stools before the enzymes kicked in, the entire shelf in the kitchen filled with her medicines, the astronomical medical bills, the exhaustion, the depression, the frustration. No one understands except the parent of a chronically ill child what it is really like. Your book does a wonderful job of giving others a glimpse of what our lives are like. I plan to get copies for all my sisters to read. Thank you for taking the time to put it together. I plan to keep you all in my prayers.
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