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Basic Combat Training Brigade Fort Benning, GA, October 5, 2005 The Basic Combat Training Brigade and Army Substance Abuse Program, Fort Benning, George, extend our appreciation for your presentation "My Last Breath" given in conjunction with National Depression Screening Day, October 5, 2005, at the Sand Hill Recreation Center. Your profound story had a positive impact on hundreds of Soldiers, Civilians, and Family Members of the Fort Benning, GA, Military Community. Colonel Charles W. Durr, Jr. Commander, BCTB,
at Sand Hill,
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Power of Choice" October 11, 2005 Mr. Dovel, I just wanted to take a minute to say on behalf of the entire Fort Benning ASAP staff, thank you for being apart of the National Depression Screening Day, here at Fort Benning. It was both an honor and a pleasure meeting you and hearing your story. We really enjoyed having you here to share your knowledge and your story to the soldiers of Fort Benning. Please no that your contributions were instrumental in the success of the mission, and that your time and effort were greatly appreciated. Again, on behalf of Ms. Wilbanks and the entire staff here at ASAP, thank you. V/r, SFC Ferrell
MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW, June 30, 2004
My Last Breath is an intense autobiography by author Matthew D. Dovel. The author shares with the reader two incidents where he came to the door of eternity and returned to tell about it. One happened when he was a young boy, meeting and enjoying the presence of a loving Savior. The second was at his own hands, and what he experienced at that time was much more detailed and not as pleasant. I believe this had a great impact on the rest of his life. I have read many near death experience books,
and have found the experiences If you are curious about the afterlife you will
enjoy this book. Dear Matthew: Rambles book review
LORD, show me the way! "WOW, what a life. I recommend this for all who can read ." Sincerity of Message, Clumsy in the Telling. MY LAST BREATH is a fine little promotional book
about the importance of Suicide Prevention. It is also an attempt to
explore the 'near death episode' that peppers more and more self-help
books. Only in this memoir author Matthew D. Dovel recounts not one
but two such episodes - the first as a drowning accident and the other
as an unsuccessful, sloppy suicide attempt. The facts are interesting
if not original, but it is in the telling that his brief book falls
short. Everything a good book should have!
"Well
Worth Reading" I liked "My Last Breath" because it
describes the aftereffects of the near death experience extremely
well. The author focuses on how the experiences have affected and
still do affect his life. Having experienced the NDE myself, I do
understand the issues Mr. Dovel faces. "Wow"
"Very interesting and intense!
Profound"! The book "My Last Breath" by Matthew D. Dovel is a very interesting and intense story of someone who had two near-death experiences which resulted in him first going to heaven and then hell the other. This makes Dovel's near-death experiences unique in that one was heavenly and the other was hellish. Most NDE's involving a person experiencing both heaven and hell are within the same NDE. It is refreshing to read the comparison between the two destinations from someone who experienced both but at separate times. "My Last Breath" is easy to read and thought-provoking at the same time. As it is with many NDEs, many of his profound insights requires time to fully digest as you reflect more and more on his wonderful message. Undoubtedly, such insights require the rest of your life to fully appreciate. In essence, "My Last Breath" is not only a fascinating read, it is also a guide on how spirituality can be applied in everyday life. - Kevin Williams, "Near-Death Experiences and the Afterlife" http://www.near-death.com
"I read it
twice"!
Everette H. Gifford, Counselor, Master of Arts Degree (M.A.) in Human Behavior, Master of Arts Degree (M. A.) in Addictions, B.A.D.A. certified, and over 20 years experience in criminal justice and private practice. http://www.4k12.com/counseling "As a professional I'm recommending this book to EVERYONE who is looking for truth and enlightenment. I found this book to be exciting, intriguing and riveted with surprises"! "My Last
Breath"
I just finished reading "My Last Breath" yesterday. I really enjoyed it, and couldn't put it down. It had great flow and kept my interest. Most writers, don't have flow and can't keep my interest. You're either very blessed in that department or you worked very hard on revisions, or both! I found your experiences, to be very profound. One of the most intriguing things was your visit to Hell and description of it. I have never heard of anyone ever visiting, coming back, much less writing about it. I too believe that torture of ones soul has got to be the most painful of all. I have great empathy, and could not imagine myself experiencing what you have. Another thing that stands out in my mind is your view that we're all here to help other people and we never know who it is. I truly believe that we have to be kind to others, because you never know who you might impact, even with a word of kindness. I often think about judgment day and standing before the Lord. What am I going to tell him? One line in particular that was in your book, reinforced my thoughts on a personal matter. I am turning 40 this year and am thinking of doing something very important and life changing, if God is willing. Your line, and I quote said," Live your dreams no matter how old you are and never look back saying that I wish I had done that." Never give up writing, you'll only get better! I look forward to another book, so get busy asking the Lord what it should be, because your books will always be on my shelf next to Stephen King. (What can I say, it was his stories that got me started reading,)
"My Last Breath"
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