Ting and I: A Memoir of Love, Courage, and Devotion

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Refresh and try again. Open Preview See a Problem? Thanks for telling us about the problem. Return to Book Page. A Memoir of Love, Courage, and Devotion 4. It is also a celebration of optimism over despair by two people passionately committed to each other 'for better or worse, in good times and bad, in sickness and in "Doug Cooper's homage to his wife It is also a celebration of optimism over despair by two people passionately committed to each other 'for better or worse, in good times and bad, in sickness and in health I was part of the intensivist team providing her care through her day hospital ordeal Doug tirelessly directed the attention of the health care team to seemingly trivial aspects of her care, asking detailed questions and demanding satisfactory answers, even occasionally suggesting changes in her care plan What I did not initially realize was that Doug's persistence was improving his wife's care.

I began to marvel at the tenderness he lavished on Tina Eventually, Tina left the hospital and went home to a cocoon of nurses, catheters, and ventilators, and I saw her several times a year in my office. Their mutual affection seemed to grow stronger with time and was uplifting to watch, given the relentless burdens Tina's illness imposed on both of them. Doug dedicates this book to Tina, his "good soldier," but in a larger sense it is also a tribute to his powerful advocacy for her survival. I believe their love saved them both. My participation in Tina's care made me a better physician and provided me with one of the most rewarding experiences of my professional career.

This is a love story that is also a challenge to the idea that others can correctly judge a patient's eventual quality of life in order to determine the degree of medical intervention that is appropriate in a life-threatening situation. This is a tribute to a brave woman and to all of those who helped her during her most desperate time and thereafter.

It is a tribute, also, to the power of love between a man and a woman that has sustained them through separation, societal prejudice, and her seven years as a quadriplegic, on a ventilator, and fed through a gastric tube, with round-the-clock nursing care at home. Love and marriage, family, friendships, trust, faith, hope, finances and health insurance, home nursing care management all are covered, often with a touch of humor.

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To ask other readers questions about Ting and I , please sign up. Lists with This Book. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. Mar 18, Cheryl A. This was a story of love, persistence and a winding journey back to wholeness crossing a cultural bridge that love only could span -- against family and society rules. It offered a detailed story of two very different persons, very intelligent, very supportive and who honored their elders. Upon reunion and marriage, the relationship blossoms.

The story is, however, not yet over as adversity still inserts itself into life. Doug and Ting are indeed still on their hero's journey, together as one as This was a story of love, persistence and a winding journey back to wholeness crossing a cultural bridge that love only could span -- against family and society rules. Doug and Ting are indeed still on their hero's journey, together as one as it should be. I applaud them booth for their courage, wisdom and commitment to each other. I felt like I was sitting in Doug's den while he was sharing his and Ting's story and felt gratitude for the chance to be a witness.

Feb 19, Abigail rated it it was amazing Recommends it for: Anyone with MS, and anyone without. This book is amazing, but not for sissies, and neither is MS! Ting and I, a book that Douglas Cooper wrote for a gift to his wife, Tina, is about their life with MS, and how they deal with it.

Doug takes you back to , to where he met Tina, to when he fell in love with her. To when Tina was diagnosed with MS. This book is about how, together, they make the most out of what this disease has taken away from them I think the reason I wanted to read this book was because my Father was diag This book is amazing, but not for sissies, and neither is MS!

I think the reason I wanted to read this book was because my Father was diagnosed with MS, but he took a different road than Tina is on. A less brave one? I don't think so. Tina choose to fight. M father choose to rest. Both came with great sacrifices, I think. Or even around the block.

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I haven't got the guts. I'd rather admire him and his wonderful wife from a distance. In literary terms, this narrowly-focused memoir is nothing special.

It is unique because the people it is about are unique. God bless them both. A Memoir of Love, Courage, and Devotion This is a poignant saga of a brilliant, beautiful young Chinese woman that fell in love with an American Ivy League student that tugs at the heartstrings. Numerous social issues are approached that made me proud of a man that never relinquished his love, and continues personal care and commitment even after Ting becomes a paraplegic.

This is a good read, and it sets a noble example of unselfish love and complete support for a disabled spouse. Ting and I is a memoir about enduring love through adversity. The book follows Doug and Ting's lives and is an intimate account of their love story and the adversity they have faced together. What also made this book special was how uniquely it was written - quite academic, factual and detailed, whilst eloquently conveying his love and devotion to Ting.

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Although Doug and Ting face many challenges, the book is uplifting and positive. I loved the devotions at the end. This is a special book that I feel very privileged to have read. The author's transparency and honesty are deeply moving, and this couple's love for each other is truly inspiring. See all 17 reviews. Most recent customer reviews. Published 5 months ago. Published 7 months ago. Published 1 year ago. This book has it all Published on September 13, Published on July 15, Published on January 14, Published on December 23, Published on May 13, Amazon Giveaway allows you to run promotional giveaways in order to create buzz, reward your audience, and attract new followers and customers.

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