The beginning:
"My brother Tom and I suffer from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive neuromuscular disease. In the summer of 1989 Tom almost lost his life as a result of this devastating disease. Thanks to the grace of God through several weeks of rehabilitation and the 24 hour a day use of a ventilator for breathing, he pulled through that experience. Then, the following Spring he received a letter of gratitude and encouragement from a dear friend. This letter would be the catalyst in Tom's decision to write about the struggles we face in our daily lives, and give hope to others who share similar difficulties. This was the conception of a nearly ten year project entitled Moving Mountains Without Muscles."
-- Stephen M. Bailey

A Summary:
"Tom Bailey's Moving Mountains Without Muscles is a gripping tale of a relentless physical affliction affecting two brothers, and how they and their family have met that challenge with wisdom, courage, grace, and an unending supply of inner peace. Bailey's story moves from his early years when he and his brother were first diagnosed as having Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, through their struggle to enjoy a normal school life, cope with life-threatening medical crises, adjust to college, manhood and a developing social life while all the time their physical capabilities were slowly wasting away. It is a story of intense mental and spiritual dedication which has met every challenge, and developed for them a deep faith in God which carries through their lives today. This book should be a beacon to anyone trying to live gracefully against overwhelming odds." -- a friend

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