Force a Miracle: Foreword by Mike Ditka [Paperback]

Darryl C Didier (Author), Mike Ditka (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 21, 2002

Any person with a physical or mental deficit, who thinks life is unfair, should read this story of unflagging courage and faith.

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About the Author

Darryl Didier was highly active in organized sports and went on to recieve his BS deegree at Indiana State University. Upon graduation he attained his series 7 license and began to work for Merrill Lynch. After his bout with the brain tumor he wrote his book while attending the word renowned writing seminars at Iowa University. Darryl now is a motivatipnal speaker for grade schools, high schools, and various companies. Volunteers with the American Caner Society and a fast growing company by providing business leads to the sales staff. Exercises constantly to keep up the attitude and spiritually stays fit by attending mass and teaching CCD, Catholic religion class at a local catholic school.

Product Details

• Paperback: 244 pages
• Publisher: Writer's Showcase Press (June 21, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595226884
• ISBN-13: 978-0595226887
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,564,071 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Daryl lost the Battle on November 31st, 2007, November 2, 2007

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Maureen Bergman (New Jersey) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Force a Miracle: Foreword by Mike Ditka (Paperback)

Daryl Didier was a very close family friend. I have known him since the day he was born. His family and my family are very close friends. In the past several weeks, the tumor that we all prayed would never return, came back. This particular cancer is very aggressive. Daryl passed away at home surrounded by his family and friends. We will miss him terribly. This book was a true labor of love for Daryl. He worked tirelessly to get it published and he was tenacious in his desire to reach out to people who were faced with cancer or other overwhelming circumstances in their lives. Whenever I need inspiration I don't have to look very far.....I just pick up my Daryl "book". He was and is a very special and much loved friend. We love you, Daryl.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, August 8, 2002

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Scott Jordan (Northbrook, Il United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Force a Miracle: Foreword by Mike Ditka (Paperback)

A testament to the inner human strength to overcome extreme
adversity, to triumph and continue a worthwhile and self-rewarding life. A story to make us appreciate life and take nothing for granted. Darryl is truly an inspiration. Extremely well written infused with a self-deprecating sense of humor - a must read!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Page-Turning Story of Triumph Over Disability, February 5, 2004

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Katherine M. Abbadi (Brooklyn, NY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Force a Miracle: Foreword by Mike Ditka (Paperback)

I read this book over the course of four days -- record time for me -- since I took every opportunity to pick it up. The book represents the triumph of human determination to overcome disease and an overwhelming variety of disabilities. The author's attitude is amazing, as he shows gratefulness for every opportunity and challenge that comes his way. I also appreciated his insistence on maintaining his own unique approach to life and its challenges, despite what the experts had to say. I hope that Darryl succeeds in achieving his dreams of returning to Merrill Lynch -- if he really feels that is still where his call is -- getting married, and starting a family.