The Ways We Choose: Lessons For Life From a POW's Experience
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During five and a half years as a POW in North Vietnam's prisons, Dave Carey
discovered a profound truth. No matter where you are, how you respond to life's
circumstances is up to you.
His personal story, told with intensity and humor, inspires and empowers others to overcome seemingly insurmountable difficulties and gain a renewed sense of purpose, satisfaction and control over their circumstances.
The life lessons Dave shares can be applied to every aspect of business, relationships and life as a whole to help you make the most out of any situation. This is a must have book for anyone dedicated to living a full, enjoyable and satisfying life.
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"Rising above extreme adversity was the commmon response from those with whom
I served in North Vietnamese prisoner-of-war camps. Dave Carey, a truly motivational
individual, describes in heartbreaking detail his experience and, much more
importantly, the lessons he learned from that experience and has applied in
his life. His is a story of courage and honor and I commend it to anyone who
seeks to find the positive that can come from the worst of times." - Senator
John McCain
"This is a powerful story of how, together, American POW's in the Hanoi Hilton were able not just to survive, but to be victorious over great adversity. Dave Carey presents simple, yet profound lessons in perseverance and victory." - Ken Blanchard, co-author of The One Minute Manager
"Dave, you did it again! I have not read a book that moved me as this one did ...... ever. Proof is that tears came to my eyes three times while reading the book. I have never in my life become teary eyed while reading, till now. Anyway, I sent a copy to my son in Indianapolis and another copy to the best friend that I have East of the Rockies."
"I read your book last night - couldn't put it down. I started reading it in the bath and read until I was wrinkled and the water was cold! I finished at 1:00am. Your story is well told and the lessons learned are well summarized and applied."
"I'd like to send a copy to my father for Father's Day, You may recall meeting my father briefly after one of our games. His name is also Dave, and he was a Navy pilot in WWII He is someone who has lived according to the tenets you set out in your book - always does his best, keeps learning new things, maintains a sense of humor, and has strong faith in himself, others, and God. I think he will thoroughly enjoy your book, as I did. If you could sign a copy to him, that would make it all the more special."
"For someone like me who never is short on words for most of my waking hours I am a little humble by this experienced. I think it is a great story, and your unselfishness to share with others is remarkable."
"To me it was interesting how only 160+ page book covered the horror of your V experience, a love story, your Military career, the passing of Karen, and the lessons you offer up. Congratulations"
"I am proud to know you, and I am forever grateful of the service and sacrifice you gave our Country." "Your epilogue which told of Karen's struggle with cancer and her great faith was very inspiring. It slapped me in the face and made me realize what a gift a great wife is. She probably wondered where the inspiration for the extra hugs came from. Thanks for writing such a great book. I hope many, many read it and make the right choices."
"I think what impresses me most about this book is how Dave describes his 5 1/2 years as a POW in sufficient detail for adult readers, while leaving enough unsaid to make the book suitable for young readers. After finishing the book I passed it to my 12-year-old son, saying, 'Here is a book about a true hero'. Thank you, Dave Carey."
"I couldn't put it down. It was fantastic! I laughed and cried - Rogue (my Dog) was looking at me like I was crazy. Since I read into the middle of the night, I had dreams about the Hanoi prisons - it came very much alive. I don't think I have ever read a book knowing the author and I loved that it was soo clearly your voice that I know in person."
"I was amazed at how cultured and sophisticated all of you became with each other's teaching. You stopped swearing as a team, learned French and Russian (and more), learned to play piano and guitar, learned advanced math, learned to sing and draw and even archived fine poetry in your minds. Wonderful use of a grim situation, I would say. You taught me some important lessons in this book. Lessons about choosing how to live life every day, and enjoying the 'now'."
