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The Spirit of Lo : An Ordinary Family's Extraordinary Journey

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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.

This is the 'Frank DeFord story of the new millenium.' The Dietrich family is a beautiful one and you will enjoy getting to know them in their story. Theirs is a life in progress (no sad ending here). If CF is part of your life, you will see yourself, your child(ren), your spouse, your loved ones throughout this book as you read about a normal family living their life, coping with their daughter's CF. For those who know little about the disease, the book provides an accurate account of one's journey through life with cystic fibrosis. It is a book to be shared so that awareness can be raised by this fatal disease, and hopefully a cure found!

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.

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

This book was very touching and it made me realize that the small things in life aren't all that important. I would highly recommend this book to anyone. It is a book that you can read start to finish, and never want to stop reading it. The authors of the book get two thumbs up

Sometimes it seems so unusual to hear about anyone rejoicing about all that life has to offer, let alone a family with a burden such as cystic fibrosis. I've read it more than once and each time I take away something special... knowing that I have the choice to make the most of every minute my life has to offer. You can't help but love this book and this family and be inspired by them both!

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!!

This book was absolutely wonderful for me and my family. My first and only son was diagnosed with CF when he was only 1 week old. He is now 6 months old and is doing wonderful. My husband and I were devastated when he was diagnosed. A friend I work with bought me the book to read. I read it in one day. I laughed and cried throughout the book. I could totally relate to the emotions this family went through. I highly recommend this book to parents or family members of a child with CF. It will reassure you that you aren't alone and that there is still hope for a cure.

This is such a great book, I laughed and cried. Being a parent of a 11 year old with CF, I was never sure that the feelings I have are normal, but after reading this book I can see that the feelings the things I think about are a normal part of having a precious child with CF. I recommend this book to any one who wants to learn about life with a CF child.

It's full of tears and chuckles, all the while being very thought-provoking.