"I literally read 'Lucky Enough' from cover to cover in one sitting. Eddie Beesley will stir your emotions from the beginning to what is now the ending. He mentions that in his childhood he learned that some of his ancestors were Native American that survived "The Trail of Tears". As you finish and start to put the book down you realize that his grandchildren will one day learn that their ancestors survived TWO Trails of Tears. Well told Eddie."

-- George Nigh, Former Governor of Oklahoma, Former President of the University of Central Oklahoma and Former Aviation Boatswain Mate 3rd Class (US Navy 1945-46)

"Lucky Enough is a concise, personal description of the courage, initiative and mental stamina which enables an individual to overcome the most serious ofadversatives. "Lucky Enough" should be read by every American and become an important part of the mosaic which makes our country great."

-- Henry Bellmon, Former Governor and US Senator and World War II Marine

“Eddie has written a story that needs to be told over and over, of service, sacrifice and overcoming faith. In this day of proper welcome for troops returning home from the battlefields of Iraq, most have forgotten the shameful actions of citizens toward honorable warriors. Eddie does not dwell on that aspect, just like he does not dwell on many of the fringe issues of the 1960’s and 70’s, he just goes right to the heart of the story, his heart. There are thousands of very successful Vietnam veterans in our communities today who’s story is encapsulated in the story Eddie blesses our eyes to read. Take the time to read, reflect, shed a tear, and give thanks for those willing to sacrifice for our freedom and way of life.” -- Gary L. Lumpkin, Colonel USMCR (Ret) Vietnam Feb.69-Oct.70.

"As you can well imagine, since recording Tie a Yellow Ribbon in 1973 and from the first time I sang it live to the POWs from Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas, TX -- to this very moment entertaining the troops in Afghanistan and Iraq, I have read many books on veterans and the military. Lucky Enough is a must read.  Eddie Beesley not only puts you there but makes you feel proud to be an American."

-- Tony Orlando

“Lucky Enough” is one of those few, high-quality, life stories of a man with true grit. It is a story of ultimate challenges and successes. But so extra-ordinary to Eddie Beesley is his iron-willed resolve to keep going on, when most of us would give up. His determination to press forward out of what had to be the pit of physical and emotional despair is a powerful, spiritual lesson for each of us, and to the world. You will not forget Eddie Beesley after reading this book. This book left me with an indelible impression equal to John F. Kennedy’s famous book “Profiles In Courage.”
--Robert A. Welcome, Aeronautical Design Engineer (Retired)