Living Proof

From Foster Care to the White House and the NBA

By: Lucas Daniel Boyce

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Paperback | 1 January 2011

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228 Pages

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The powerful story an illegitimate, black foster care child, the unwavering faith of his white adoptive mother, and their improbable journey to prove that when hard work, determination and grace meet opportunity anything can happen.

The powerful story of a former foster care child, born premature to an alcohol- and drug-addicted teenager who traded sex for drugs, and how he overcame daunting life challenges in pursuit of his dreams. Developmentally delayed as a result of his birth mother's abuse, Lucas Daniel Boyce struggled out of the gate and ended up failing kindergarten. His adoptive mother didn't cast him aside as another tragic statistic however. Instead, Dorothy Boyce instilled in Lucas two very important principles that drove his determination to overcome the cards he'd been dealt and enabled him to eventually serve at the White House, fly aboard Air Force One, and become an executive for the NBA's Orlando Magic at the young age of 29.

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Having lived in foster care for a time in my life and as an adoptive parent, this book touched me deeply. Living Proof relates the essence of the American Dream. Lucas' life is inspirational. This book helps the reader understand what makes America exceptional.

- Former U.S. Senator Mel Martinez When I read Lucas' book, I cried, I laughed and I was inspired by his powerful and deeply moving life story. His journey is uplifting and a must-read for young people who get discouraged when life happens. Lucas' strong and unwavering faith in God along with the supportive and encouraging love of his mother are palpable throughout.

- Roslyn Brock, Chairman, NAACP Lucas proves that despite life's circumstances, we can accomplish our dreams.

- Pat Williams, Senior Vice President, The Orlando Magic "Having lived in foster care for a time in my life and as an adoptive parent, this book touched me deeply. Living Proof relates the essence of the American Dream. Lucas life is inspirational. This book helps the reader understand what makes America exceptional."

- Former U.S. Senator Mel Martinez" "When I read Lucas book, I cried, I laughed and I was inspired by his powerful and deeply moving life story. His journey is uplifting and a must-read for young people who get discouraged when life happens. Lucas strong and unwavering faith in God along with the supportive and encouraging love of his mother are palpable throughout."

- Roslyn Brock, Chairman, NAACP" "Lucas proves that despite life s circumstances, we can accomplish our dreams."

- Pat Williams, Senior Vice President, The Orlando Magic" "Lucas proves that despite life's circumstances, we can accomplish our dreams."

- Pat Williams, Senior Vice President, The Orlando Magic

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