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Summary: Inspirational
Comment: Absolutely loved this book. I couldn't put this book down. I actually thought it might be a bit
depressing but it wasn't. Michael J. Fox is such an inspiration. There are parts of this book that
will make you laugh out loud. It is also a book I will read again and again.

Customer Rating:
Summary: What A Great Book
Comment: It is humbling to read about someones journey back to reality. Michael had a huge career and was
living his dream when he was diagnosed with Parkinsons and soon realized how much he had to be
thankful about.

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Summary: How Lucky can you get!
Comment: Michael J. Fox's memoir about his Parkinson's disease, his Canadian upbringing, HOllywood, Family
Ties, and career success is quite dull at times. He has no pictures of him or his family or his
career as well. He writes about his relationship with his wife, Tracy Pollan, who I learned to
dislike reading about this book. Yes, she is a true New Yorker but she grew up on Park Avenue, went
to private schools, vacationed in Martha's Vineyard, and her parents have a country home in
Connecticut. I kind of was turned off by the New Yorker attitude in this book where they think
they're better than Hollywood. Okay but in New York City, money rules the East and West Side and
even downtown. I don't think New Yorkers are better than the Hollywood types. I give credit to
HOllywood where they don't pretend to better culturally or intellectually as New York City does.
Regardless, the Foxes have identical girl twins without even trying. Fox rarely talks much about his
career or his interactions with fellow co-stars which is pretty sad, not even offending anybody. He
writes very little about his co-stars and that's a shame because I would have liked to have known
about his relationship with his Family ties co-stars as well as Spin City. I don't doubt that he's a
nice guy, a loving father, and husband who is battling Parkinson's disease for almost 20 years.

Customer Rating:
Summary: Lucky Man- Inspirational Writer!
Comment: Michael J. Fox, one of my favorite sitcom actors from the 90's, has written a poignant and
inspirational memoir "Lucky Man". Indeed some may see this title as a very ironic choice for Fox
because of his story. The actor recounts some major transitions in his life depicting the
meteoric rise of his television and film career alongside his battle with Parkinson's disease. The
actor takes us through his initial reaction of denial and avoidance when he first receives his
diagnosis. Battling an escalating drinking habit, Fox begins to shift the priorities in his life
from fame & fortune to developing more substantial relationships with his wife and children.
Eventually he begins to view his medical diagnosis as a `lucky' opportunity to live a more
fulfilling and enriched life.

In one of my favorite passages in Fox's book, the actor
depicts his transformation from "struggling" with his Parkinson's diagnosis to eventual acceptance.
He shares that he had the most difficult time dealing with his medical situation when he spent time
thinking about the past, or worrying about the future. When he learned to enjoy each and every
moment in the present, he was then able to move past his frustrations and reclaim his life. This
made me think of one of my favorite inspirational books, Being Here: Modern Day Tales of
Enlightenment, by Ariel and Shya Kane. The Kanes' book is filled with inspirational narratives as
they depict stories of their friends and family members who also achieve happiness and satisfaction
by living and enjoying each moment of each day. The Kanes, like Mr. Fox, have discovered that a
fulfilling, satisfying life may be attained by simply living in the moment, without harboring regret
for the past or worrying about what may or may not happen tomorrow. I suggest that you pick up both
of these books for some significant insights on how to embrace all of the "possibilities" in life.

Customer Rating:
Summary: A Bit of Luck and a LOT of Inspiration Make This Book A Must Read!
Comment: Michael J. Fox, one of my favorite sitcom actors from the 90's, has written a poignant and
inspirational memoir "Lucky Man". Indeed some may see this title as a very ironic choice for Fox
because of his story. The actor recounts some major transitions in his life depicting the
meteoric rise of his television and film career alongside his battle with Parkinson's disease. The
actor takes us through his initial reaction of denial and avoidance when he first receives his
diagnosis. Battling an escalating drinking habit, Fox begins to shift the priorities in his life
from fame & fortune to developing more substantial relationships with his wife and children.
Eventually he begins to view his medical diagnosis as a `lucky' opportunity to live a more
fulfilling and enriched life.

In one of my favorite passages in Fox's book, the actor
depicts his transformation from "struggling" with his Parkinson's diagnosis to eventual acceptance.
He shares that he had the most difficult time dealing with his medical situation when he spent time
thinking about the past, or worrying about the future. When he learned to enjoy each and every
moment in the present, he was then able to move past his frustrations and reclaim his life. This
made me think of one of my favorite inspirational books, Being Here: Modern Day Tales of
Enlightenment, by Ariel and Shya Kane. The Kanes' book is filled with inspirational narratives as
they depict stories of their friends and family members who also achieve happiness and satisfaction
by living and enjoying each moment of each day. The Kanes, like Mr. Fox, have discovered that a
fulfilling, satisfying life may be attained by simply living in the moment, without harboring regret
for the past or worrying about what may or may not happen tomorrow. I suggest that you pick up both
of these books for some significant insights on how to embrace all of the "possibilities" in life.