Kiss of a Dolphin
by Tom Tuohy
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Author: Tom TuohyEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-11-21
ISBN: 097877888X
Number of pages: 209
Publisher: Lumen-us Publications
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Book Review: Be a Dolphin & Change a Life
Summary: 5 Stars
Kiss of a Dolphin
By Tom Tuohy
Founder of Dreams for Kids
Lumen-us Publications© 2006
ISBN 978-0-9787788-8-0
When I first picked up Tom Tuohy's book "Kiss of a Dolphin" I did not realize that I would be swept into a magical world where miracles happen and dreams come true. No, this is not a fairy tale.
Every disabled or poverty stricken child or adult who has been drawn into that world would soon learn the same thing - anything is possible. Through Tom's organization "Dreams for Kids" literally thousands of these people have found dignity and hope for a better, brighter future. This book includes stories of the unimaginable courage of the various disadvantaged people, whose only desire is to be like everyone else. It also tells of the many outstanding folks who came to their aid to give them the love and encouragement to overcome their limitations. In a cycle of giving and gratitude, those same people in turn wish only to give back what has been so freely given to them. If they can do it is there any excuse for the rest of us?
Kiss of a Dolphin is superbly written and will inspire you to be a better person - a dolphin that senses need and jumps into unchartered waters without even being asked and without concern for the consequences - just for the chance to change someone else's life for the better. This book will make you reassess where true joy in life really stems from - the joy of giving your heart, mind and soul to help someone less fortunate. It will challenge you to seek out opportunities in your own life and neighborhood to extend your hands and heart to someone in need.
I put this review away and thought I was finished. Not so. There's something else that needs to be said. After reading this book, I felt a profound mixture of loss, sadness and gratitude. The loss from all the years when I was able bodied and could have done more. Sadness for all of those whose lives I could have touched but didn't; gratitude for my wonderful family members who go out of their way to ensure that I, now disabled myself, never need for anything.
I realize that although I helped people here and there throughout my life, there is much more I could have done. Now I regret passing by countless opportunities that could have drastically changed another person's life. Don't let this happen to you. Become a dolphin - with that inner sonar to recognize when and where you are needed. Your reward will be in knowing that you made a difference.
When you purchase a copy of this wonderful book, know that all profits from book sales go back into the Dreams for Kids foundation.
Summary of Kiss of a Dolphin
This is the story of Dreams for Kids. It is a story ofcompassion, acceptance, and love?the innate qualities of a dolphin.Dreams for Kids began at the request of a very special womanand is sustained by mentors who have empowered and positivelyinfluenced more than 20,000 children. These individuals have changed,perhaps even saved, entire communities. They serve as an enduringexample that one person truly can make a difference in our worldand can produce an astounding living legacy.
The moving, real-life stories of children who have been given
an opportunity to achieve what they thought impossible, takes us on ajourney of courage and determination. With the compassion andacceptance of others, these children found the courage to refuse toallow the circumstances of their lives to determine the quality of their days. Children came from the sidelines of life to sail, golf, water-ski,and play sports that previously existed only in their dreams, and were met with the grace of idols and everyday people, who unselfishly gave
their time and their hearts.
We have all felt the pain of isolation. We have all experienced
loss. In reading these soul-stirring stories of individuals who have
successfully overcome adversity, we are filled with hope and the
inspiration to put things in perspective and conquer our own challenges.
By shining light on a lost society of children confined and
isolated by poverty and disability, this book also acknowledges anamazing group of selfless individuals who have led unassuming livesand do not seek recognition, but deserve it. They are living testament that true satisfaction comes not from what we have, but rather, fromwhat we give.
Perhaps most importantly, this book proves that we
all desire and need love?and the best way to receive love is to
graciously, generously give it. The mission and message of the book isthat people desperately need the dolphin spirit that lies within us all.
Welcome to the story of Dreams for Kids?a story of
how ordinary people are making an extraordinary difference and
fulfilling their dreams and the dreams of others.
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