“Last night I began to read Candace’s book and it’s so very wonderful – what an amazing gift she is to the world! She says in it that she had always wanted to do mission work-and she is doing mission work right here in the states with all of us! NJ

“Thank you so much for sharing a copy of Candace’s moving diary of her experience. What a beautiful tribute to the love of her family, the skill of her medical team, and the power of the living God! We will treasure Candy’s book and share it with others who want to know more about organ donation.” NJ

“I have been reading your book and find it very interesting. Your expertise as a nurse is quite evident through the passages. A funny thing though. I read it as if I might have gone through it. When your daughter Lauren described it, it brought tears to my eyes.” NY

“Your book is a wonderful gift and will surely touch the hearts of many. I alternated between tears and smiles as I read all the details. Your story is beautifully written and very inspirational. It will leave readers wanting to know more…as I do.” DE

“I just finished reading your book! I laughed sometimes and cried. I praise God for all that He has done in your life! Thank you for writing your story.” NJ

“I LOVE the book -the look is great, the pieces you put together are great, you honor the donor family beautifully, the verses and chapter headings are wonderful. There is nothing that is not well done.” CA

“When I am reading, I feel as though I’m right there going through everything with you. I cannot begin to find enough words to express how deeply this is touching my soul.” TN

“The book is both sensitively and articulately written.” NY

“I feel sure that you will be on television, nationwide, telling of the need for organ donors.” NY

“The book is important work, life-changing work, and it’s definitely why you received a “second chance” - that plus caring for your friends and family and generally helping to make the world better in a million Candace-ways” NY

“You did a superb job of uplifting us all, so that we can each feel
quite special with our miracle on behalf of our donor and their fantastic families. Thank you Candace for all those hours that you toiled to remember it all for us and yet put the entire event and results into a view of the “big picture”, so that we can each better understand the significance of it all for our future, so that we use the additional time for the glory of God.” NJ, Heart Transplant Patient

“Your book is a wonderful, descriptive account of what it means to experience death and rebirth in one sweeping few months! Thanks for putting pen to paper. Your witness is faithful and courageous. I will value my copy always.” FL

“As a personal history of a terrible illness and a family’s struggles with it - it is breathtaking and absorbing. But, of course, the real story above and beyond the mystery of such serious illness and the medical marvels and failures that go with it, is the writing down on paper of your ever growing faith and the strength of your personal relationship with God.” NJ

“When I finished your book, I felt real hope and renewal about manifesting my faith in prayer. I felt I could strive to reach the place you have gone with God.” NJ

“Thank you for giving me this extraordinary, life-enhancing book. Such a compelling, personal and totally inspiring story you have told with such grace and thankfulness. Especially moving - the letters from your so-loving family and friends who have known the gift of coming within your very special orbit.” NY

“I found the book so incredibly moving and my respect for all you have endured and for your humility and trust in God is inspiring.” NY

“Anyone who reads your story knows that you are a special Angel! It is obvious that God put you here for a purpose, which you are doing in many ways. Be sure that He is smiling at you and yours. FL

“I started reading . . . and couldn’t put it down!” FL

“I finished the book and all I can say is WOW! How moving; how beautiful. I cried a lot….” NY

“You have lived and are living “a grateful heart”; that’s what we do when we are grateful, we live fully with God and with each other. What a blessing you have been to so many people around the country and world.” CA

“I started reading your book this morning and couldn’t put it down. It was captivating. Your grasp of medical terms, procedures and medications is nothing short of spectacular.” NJ

“I couldn’t put it down. Your story is remarkable. To be blessed with an immediate transplant, that a selfless donor family offered that opportunity and that the best medical care came together, is a blessing beyond measure. I know that your inspiring story of love, bravery, fortitude and faith will give others courage. “ NJ

“My favorite parts of the book appear at the very end. I’ve read them more than once. The first is the beautiful letter to your children. The second is the epilogue. They are both filled with life’s truths and words to ponder. Thank you for sharing this with us.” NJ

“Last night I began to read your book and was just overwhelmed at what a touching, inspiring amazing account it is - so beautifully told! This morning my husband began to read it and just kept reading it until he was finished. Your book is a great gift of inspiration and faith for us all!” NJ

“I think your book is well written and much needed. When tragedy hits, there is no time to think about donating organs. This book alone would make many people think about that possibility. Well done!” NY

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