Winning Entry #1: Julie said it this way, "I deserve to win a book because I live my life everyday with the hope of getting well. I try really hard to do what will further me toward that goal, like eating as good as possible, going for walks and spending time with my family. I have a little girl who means the world to me and I don't want her to suffer like I do. Her mommy has to get well."

Winning Entry #2: Aaron wrote his reason like this, "I had a really good career going until I came down really sick with CFS/ME. Docs can't seem to get me on the right track, but I get out of bed each day hoping this will be the day that my life turns around. I hope to go back to work soon. My wife and daughters need me and I am the family provider."

Winning Entry #3: Betty sent in this entry, "I'm not young. I've had Fibro a long time. I try to stay positive so that my children will see that mama's not giving up. If I can be an inspiration to them to live a good and purposeful life, then mine counts for something."

Winning Entry 4: (This one really touched my heart.) Karen wrote, "I've been sick for so long that I don't remember ever feeling well. I suffered some really bad abuse when I was young. I don't like to talk about it because remembering it is very painful. I want to move beyond it if possible. I stay involved with my friends and family when I can. My mother has been a great inspiration for me. She does for me like I wish I could do for her."

Winning Entry 5: I'm Scrappy, the family dog. Both of my masters are sick with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. I don't know whether that's ever happened before, but I'm asking you to send a copy of your book to them because they're brave and they love me very much!"

Awe... these are great, aren't they? The books are going out and I thank everyone for participating. You deserve to feel better. I send the greatest healing thoughts your way. Have a wonderful day!

Cinda Crawford, host of the Health Matters Show and author