Mario S. Fedele has written a story not only about the challenges of raising a child with special healthcare needs, but a story of family life and the everyday tests each of us face as we make this journey through life.
Debbie Oliver
Executive Director AboutFace, USA

I read God's Gift in one sitting! I really enjoyed it. I felt so drawn into your life...like I was a fly on the wall so to speak.
I'm even using some of your ideas for my non special needs 8 year old for whom all other traditional methods of discipline have failed!
Kudos to you!!
Christy Prescott

I really did enjoy "God's Gift" - and completed it all in one sitting! I would recommend "God's Gift" - not just for people dealing with a child with limitations - but to anyone who has ever felt sorry for themselves.
Josephine Odierno

"God's Gift" is one of faith, hope, and endurance. It's a marvelous resource for parents who are experiencing serious problems of their own.
Vicki P. Bowman

If you enjoy stories of families that are dealing with children with special needs, then this book should not be missed!
Karen Fidler

"God's Gift" has so much to offer and will make an impact on whoever reads it. Some of the helpful strategies used in the book would be beneficial for anyone.
C S Richard

"God's Gift" is a wonderful write. It has meaning and love, so much of what the world is lacking. What a blessing Mr. Fedele has bestowed us.
Teresa Genot

I just finished "God's Gift." It was great! I laughed. I cried.... I thoroughly enjoyed it. You should be very proud of your work!
Bonita Poulin
Canadian Coordinator GLOBAL RECOGNITION CAMPAIGN
www.mcs-global.org

"God's Gift" is awesome!! I was overwhelmed and filled with admiration when I got to the end of the story!!
Tessie Chapman

"God's Gift" was such a treat to read. I found it so fascinating that I was sad when it was over. This book should be in all school libraries for all children to read or have read to them.
Bessie Harvey
Skills for Life Assistant

Mr. Fedele: I finished your book! I thoroughly enjoyed it, and I was humbled by your stamina, courage and devotion....am somewhat envious that you retired at 38!!!
Rita Laurendeau

I really enjoyed reading your book, "God's Gift."
It is a true testament that "Love conquers all."
Debbie Kiley

It is my pleasure to take the time to see what I can do to help get your story heard, as a story of true belief and the triumph over adversity, no matter how much of it is thrown at us, is something that we all could use more of.
Theresa S. Ballard

My copy of "God's Gift" has changed hands so many times I've lost track of it!
Good things are always worth sharing.
Christy Prescott

"God's Gift" contains a wealth of insights into life, health, medicine, and family that are thought-provoking, poignant and refreshingly unconventional. The novel is a testament to the strength of family and the ability to overcome personal struggles even when all hope seems lost.
Lisa Inglis "Senior Writing Editor" (Manhattan, New York)

I found "God's Gift" particularly inspiring, deeply personal and courageous. I predict that this title will be on Oprah's recommended book list one day soon.
James Shepherd

I hope that you don't mind, but I e-mailed Ophrah on your book. We need more of these subjects on TV. It truly helped my daughter and myself!
Debbie Brogdon

"God's Gift" needs to be read by everyone, especially those dealing with a chronic illness or dealing with a loved one with a chronic illness. It helped me dealing with myasthenia gravis and I bought a friend a copy and she loved it.
Debbie Brogdon

If you enjoyed the movie Lorenzo's Oil, then you will love God's Gift by
Mario S. Fedele.
It was soooooooo good. It'll have you in tears one minute and jumping for joy the next.
Patty

I will definitely mention to my pastor about "God's Gift."
Today, I am planning on calling Books A Million and Barnes and Nobles to see if they can get me some for Christmas presents.
There is no way a person can read this book and not be inspired and touched.
Debbie Brogdon

I want to tell you how much I liked "God's Gift." When I ordered it, I thought it might be very sad, due to your son's condition. Instead, I found it to be a story that all can relate to. But most of all I was impressed with the extreme love and devotion you have for your son.
Denise Evans

I just wanted to let you know that I finished "God's Gift" today, & it was fabulous. It gave me great inspiration for dealing with Ryan's deafness.
I am so thankful that God guided you to me during this time of need.
Angela Plummer

If you never read another book this year, a must read is "God's Gift" by Mario S Fedele. It will move you and make you realize that all things are possible with the love and support of family.
God has blessed Mr. Fedele will the gift of words so that he could share this with the world.
Karen Dietrich

I've lent your book out to a few of my friends, and they've given it rave reviews!!!
Stephanie H.

Usually if a book doesn't grab my attention within the first few pages, it won't. But once I started reading, I didn't want to put your book down.
Kim, a reader

Your writing is very moving.
I'm humbled and am in awe of what you've accomplished.
Annie Sleightholm

Your story helps others in their struggles to learn how to triumph over theirs. You are a bright light in the universe and we need to surround ourselves with as much light as we can.
Danabeth Frye

I absolutely loved "God's Gift," and would highly recommend it to anyone and everyone.
A. P. Sleightholm


Mario S. Fedele
http://www.freewebs.com/mario5o/

"God's Gift" is a touching memoir of overcoming insurmountable odds and how faith, love and family can be the glue that binds.

Synopsis:

I had no clue in how to raise a child and engaged in the endeavor as well I could. The task would have been daunting enough had our baby been healthy, but with the medical problems that ensued, the challenge became frightfully overwhelming. In reading this book, the reader will be drawn into our struggles and tribulations, and will come away having gained valuable insights into areas such as behavior modification, temper tantrums, dietary concerns, cataracts, cleft palate, scoliosis, night-bottle syndrome, Reye's syndrome, Stickler's syndrome, and so much more. Interspersed in this mix are humorous situations to add levity and fascinating snippets to keep the reader well entertained. In spite of all his limitations, I consider our son to be a true gift from God. Hence, the title of the book, "God's Gift." In fact, the meaning of the name, Shaun, translates to "God's gracious gift."

Mario S. Fedele
http://www.freewebs.com/mario5o/

Inspirational and Insightful: "God's Gift" is a gift to its reader, Sep 23 2007
By Lisa Inglis "Senior Writing Editor" (Manhattan, New York)

What does it mean to be fortunate in life? What does it mean to be blessed? Mario Fedele answers these questions in his deeply personal memoir, "God's Gift."

As most of us navigate our own paths, drawn by the bright lights of financial comfort, career success, and a nice home, others seem to be guided by a glow from somewhere within that ultimately leads them to the real fortunes in life. Mario Fedele is one such individual whose path, riddled with potholes and seemingly insurmountable hills, has led him to a place of gratitude and peace: "In spite of all the adversity I've faced and still am plagued with, I consider myself a lucky man."

Lucky, would not be how most of us would describe the hand Mario Fedele was dealt. His son, Shaun, was born with a rare medical condition that resulted in numerous physical ailments and behavioral challenges. Rather than handing over the reins to doctors, Mario and his wife, Ann, developed their own methods for overcoming obstacles: hope, love, and outside-of-the-box ideas. The result is an inspiring and deeply captivating tale of strength in the face of adversity and hope in the shadow of devastation.

Told as a series of events or eras in the Fedele household, "God's Gift" traverses the rocky landscape of Shaun's young life, with a compelling candor and a good dose of wit. Readers are invited into the hearts and minds of two parents struggling to understand their child's needs and fighting to create the best life for him. The perseverance of Mario and Ann is an inspiration that pales only in comparison to the courage and resilience of their son, Shaun.

"God's Gift" contains a wealth of insights into life, health, medicine, and family that are thought-provoking, poignant and refreshingly unconventional. This memoir is a testament to the strength of family and the ability to overcome personal struggles even when all hope seems lost. Readers will be left with a profound sense of gratitude for their own blessings in life and a deeper reverence for our greatest gift: family.


http://www.freewebs.com/mario5o/