Force a Miracle: Foreword by Mike Ditka (Paperback)

~ Darryl C Didier (Author), Mike Ditka (Author)
Key Phrases: vocational therapist, gait belt, Keep Going, Merrill Lynch, Will Be Back (more...)

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Product Description

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

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.com Sales Rank: #1,233,446 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, August 8, 2002

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

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!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

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

By	Katherine M. Abbadi (Brooklyn, NY USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST-READ!, January 13, 2003

By A Customer

Every so often a book comes along that begs you to read it. This is that book! Filled with everyday observations that make you stop and think just how lucky you are, it's part memoir, part self-help, part funny papers, ALL inspiring. I urge you to check it out whenever you get to thinking, "Why does this only happen to ME?" As my wife says, "We don't know what real problems are." This book really proves that...