Matthew - Gift from God: A Life of Unconditional Love

By Sean Haines

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805970533
• ISBN13: 9780805970531
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Co. Inc.
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.

Customer Reviews

An amazing love story

This wonderful book should be required reading for parents who feel irritated at the interruption of their daily schedule by their children's voices and activities. You first meet Matthew as a happy, mischievous baby and watch him, through his father's words, as he starts to grow up. When cancer inserted itself into their lives, the whole family still found time for laughter and togetherness, even while Matthew's medical situation demanded more and more of their strength and energy. This story can't help but inspire in the reader a greater appreciation for life.

It's a good idea for EVERYONE

I think it's a good idea for EVERYONE to read this book. Reasons: 1. Empathy: Most people would agree that the world would be a better place if humans had more Empathy. If you will allow yourself to imagine being in the author's (or the author's wife's) shoes for even a moment, I guarantee you will have more Empathy for others. There is probably no greater quality for a person to possess than Empathy. 2. Awareness: The research facilities, charitable foundations and other institutions that support people with cancer and their families are more likely to reach their goals if the general public has an Awareness of the struggles and suffering of the millions of individuals (and their friends and families) who have cancer. If you gain Awareness, you probably can't help but to also gain Empathy. 3. Gratitude: After you have become Aware and Empathetic, you will feel Grateful. As you are reading Sean's story, and probably forever afterwards, you will look at your healthy children and whisper a spiritual "thank you" from your heart. Even if you are also parent of a child stricken with cancer, perhaps you will feel, in a way, Grateful that you are not alone, as another parent like you has written this book to ensure you don't feel isolated and alone. Awareness, Empathy and Gratitude will lead to Charity. 4. Charity: -- 100% of the profits from the sale of this book will go to the Matthew David Haines Foundation, whose mission is "Bringing Hope and Happiness to Children with Cancer." So, just by purchasing and reading this book you will have ample opportunity to become more Charitable....as well as Aware, Empathetic and Grateful. You'll be getting a pretty good deal.

Amazing Story

Reading this and hearing Matthew's story on such an up close and personal level was very touching. It is very hard to complain about life's curveballs on a daily basis when you hear of this entire family's strength. If you have not yet read this book - Do it now. Matthew, I am praying for you. I can't wait to see your smile when I get to heaven.

Highly recommended

Truly an inspired writing. Sean has a way of putting into words every emotion that he is feeling and he is able to convey that emotion to the page. You feel like you are a part of his struggle to save his sons life.

Amazing story of a father's love for his child

I have such a greater appreciation for the gifts God has granted me after reading this wonderful book. This precious child never knew or gave anyone anything but complete unconditional love. I am so thankful this book was written. I am so thankful I had the opportunity to experience this wonderful life through the precious memories shared within these pages. Matthew's story needs to be shared with as many as possible. Matthew's legacy of love and hope must live on forever. I know I will do my part to make that so.