obody knew what hurt little Joseph, and no one was offering a way to help him. He cried most of the time, and thrashed about as if in pain. He wasn't learning how to crawl, talk, or interact normally. Doctors told his parents to seek counseling, because nothing could help their son, and the quality of their own lives was at risk. Refusal to accept that advice changed their lives forever. WHAT ABOUT THE BOY? A Father's Pledge to His Disabled Son chronicles a family's rejection of hopelessness and their commitment to the pursuit of normalcy.
The author of this book, Stephen Gallup, will be on the air today with us on KCAA to discuss this phenomenal book. I met Mr. Gallup at the La Jolla Writer's Conference of San Diego, and we have been friends ever since. After reading his book, however, I understood how Mr. Gallup's life had changed so drastically over the years, and I gained even more respect for this calm individual. His determination is an incredible story, and I urge you not only to listen to today's interview, but to purchase the book, "What about the Boy."
After the interview, JASmius will join me for the 5 Big Stories of the Week, and of course we will also go over today's Nuts and Nuggets. Don't miss the show at 2:00 pm Pacific on KCAA Radio 1050 AM. The show will also stream live at KCAAradio.com.
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