What a compassionate Man!
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I came to appreciate this man so much more by learning what he was like in his youth.  He has ALWAYS been kind, gentle and caring.  Totally genuine.
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This book had me from the first page.  It's a real tear jerker!  What a great human being he was.
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I am enjoying this journey with an old friend, comforting and thoughtful.  As a former parishioner, and one of the earliest, at the St. Andrew the Apostle parish parish I found Father Joe to be an efficient administrator but did not fully appreciate this side of him.  I am so very thankful I discovered this gem!  May God bless him!  I'm sure this is one of those few book I'll re-visit frequently !
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Funny, smart, inspiring story of a great man! Quick read and well done. Supports a great cause!
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I chose the rating of five stars because it was written with great compassion and love!  It was a great read!
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Don't let the picture fool you.....this man is living large!! He knows all about adversity and uses it for good! For any of us to have our struggles and feel sorry....look at what life has given Nick...yet he knows that he resides int he arms of God. He lives to help others, to be an inspiration and to not allow pity to rule his life. We can learn so much from him.
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St JPII was the pope during the time I was growing up. I have heard the stories of how he would sneak out of the Vatican to go skiing. It made me remember he was human like the rest of us. I cried when I learned of his passing. It was like a close family member has died! Somehow I came across this book and had to buy it. Wow, his life! His dedication and love for God and the Virgin Mary and the obstacles he constantly encountered! I also have a quick version of the CD of this book (from a different site,) that I admit I listen to over and over, especially when I am distressed to focus me back on that we all can learn to be saints. That what I am facing my life is not bad and to put my trust in Jesus as St PJII did! The author did a great job in writing this, I laughed, cried, smiled and contemplated. I hope you enjoy the book as I did!
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What a wonderful story of a man and a special bond with his service dog, Tuesday.  Dog's all have a place in our lives, and what they give to us as humans is immeasurable.  This story is a testament to that mutual, unconditional love between a man and his service dog.  It is a connection we can all hope for in our human lives.

But, this story is also about the hidden struggles and disabilities befalling our American soldiers.  PTSD has been documented through out history, but Luis Montalvan sheds the light on these afflictions with a raw honesty.  He tells his story with a clarity and directness that makes the wounds of war more real than any newspaper article or TV clip.  It is impossible not to be moved by this story of recovery, guided by a warm, loving, goofy, and beautiful dog who simply serves his man unconditionally knowing his master without question would make the same sacrifice.  Thank you Luis for sharing, for enlightening Americans, for your leadership and inspiration to your fellow soldier, and your advocacy for veterans and disabled individuals.
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One can understand why this man was beloved, respected, and honored. His integrity and faith was amazing.
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I was extremely blessed to have grown up knowing Ron and his family from when we were quite young.  In addition, I too have a complex and difficult health problem that isn't curable.  I've been in exactly the same place as Ron, wanting badly to finally just die, because I have been ill and in awful pain for 32 years now.  I actually was basically dead for 7 hours in Oct. 2016, and when I came to, on the way to the ICU, I was angry to hear that my husband did chest compressions on me!  But later, after speaking to my daughter, I realized that she is the reason I am still here.  I understand the isolation, and the pain of having most all of your friends abandoning you...people are afraid to be friends with someone who is seriously ill!!  Ron puts his deepest heartbreak out for all to see, but he then ultimately finds his way to a place of accepting and understanding his suffering!  My hope has always been to live with this illness with as much grace and dignity as possible.  And Ron has certainly given a wonderful message of encouragement without discounting the extreme difficulty!!  I must say, this book isn't for the faint of heart... there are subjects that many Christians won't understand or agree with....But for those of us who are in unrelenting pain and suffering....well, we get it.  And honestly, I am in the same camp as Ron on these things. It was such a wonderful blessing to have had Ron come visit me about a week before his final move to Fresno!  We had a fabulous time talking about our memories, but then the conversation became serious.  He wanted to truly understand my complex health issues...And all the while, he never let on to me the fact that his own pain had to be a million times worse than mine!  He was extraordinary in so many ways!  I remember him singing beautifully and playing the piano so well at Church!!  And of course he was brilliant in the tech field....how many people get to share the stage with Bill Gates???  But for me personally, this book and his other writings are the most open, honest, and helpful legacies that he could have possibly left!!  This book is a must read not just for those of us who are sick, but my hope is that it will be widely read by Ministers and other Christians.  Hopefully they will gain a deep realization of what some people are living with, and will even become open to the reality of what is needed for some people for pain relief when the Doctors just can't help.  My entire extended family was both heartbroken and relieved when we got the news of Ron's death.  We all lost an extraordinary man, and for me, friend.  But it does give me enormous joy and peace to imagine him talking to my Dad and his wonderful Dad....And thinking about how all of the enormous suffering is now gone forever!!!  Ron has received the Ultimate Healing!!!  This wonderful book will break your heart, bring you enlightenment, make you reconsider certain things you may have always believed, and will encourage those who are suffering that they have perhaps been abandoned by friends or family...But that Christ is faithful...And HE WON'T ABANDON YOU!!  Just be sure to have plenty of Puffs Plus tissues on hand!!  Wow...just a beautiful, raw, and compelling read!  Enjoy!  Thank you Ron, for looking deeply at, and acknowledging my pain at a time when you had to be in dire straits...I'm humbled.
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This man was an inspiration for all those men and women who want to live a liberate life. He was a true humanitarian.
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What an amazing life dedicated to serving others!  Inspiring in every way!  What a blessing to have him in our life!
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Both the personal and professional moments show a truly honorable man.
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What an incredible man  His courage and perseverance is remarkable even for a sighted person, but fot a blind person it is incredible  i would love to know more  Travis is an inspirational!
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Peter Ferry has created a very noble main character whose courage, kindness, sense of responsibility, and wit had me cheering for him until  the very end.
I quickly became protective of Tom Johnson and dismayed, even angry, when his kindness and perseverance were not appreciated by his family.
He remained true to his family, committed to his responsibilities, and then, when it was time, finally time, for himself, followed his sweet, tender, and admirable "Old Heart."
May this serve to remind us all that, young or old, each of us has hopes and dreams within us.

I read very  few books that I would like to see on screen, but this is certainly one of them.
I am a better mother, wife, daughter, friend, and physician because of this book.
My ultimate gratitude, Peter Ferry!!!!!
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Dr. Shufeldt's personal story was not only inspirational but heartfelt!  His down to earth approach draws all types of audiences.  As an employee of one of his companies, I am honored to work with such an amazing person and doctor.

I recommend this book highly and know that his intent to share his experiences to help better the worlds of other people is extremely genuine.

Well done!!
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I think he did a great job...especially since he is not an author.  I felt great compassion for him, and I think he has overcome his horrible childhood.