Product Description

In August 2001 the author received immunizations in anticipation of travel to Africa to help children suffering from HIV/AIDS. Soon after the shots, she feel prey to an extraordinarily rare and generally fatal disease. She received a heart transplant 7 weeks later, and fought bravely and successfully to overcome many obstacles in her recovery. She received caring help from many hands as she healed. This book is an expression of her faith and her gratefulness.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #846854 in Books
• Published on: 2005-03
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 202 pages

Review
I finished your book today and it brought tears to my eyes and joy to my heart. -- Friend, New Jersey

I was deeply moved by your spirit and your faith throughout. This is a story many would benefit from. -- Friend, New York

Thank you, Candace, for sharing your "heart" diary and offering us the inspiration that story gives. -- Jim Gleason, National Kidney Foundation, August 2005

About the Author
The author is a wife and mother of two adult children and one grandchild. She is a lifelong Presbyterian with a deep and abiding concern for the people suffering from the AIDS pandemic on the continent of Africa. At present, her primary focus in her retirement is speaking and writing about organ donation. She recently moved to North Carolina with her husband of 33 years and two schnoodle puppies, Max and Libby.