All Aboard! How Ollie Tibbles Became a Train

by Debi Tibbles

"I'm going to be a train!" That was 4-year-old Ollie Tibbles reply when his mother asked, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Four years later at Union Station-Chicago during the Make-A-Wish Foundation's Grand Ball, Ollie's prediction and wish came true. His mother, Debi Tibbles, captivated the gala with her son's powerful story of love's triumph over grief. Now Debi Tibbles shares her journey and the beauty and wonder that is the gift of life . . . a gift a child wanted to share. "All Aboard! is not just a book . . . it's a miracle in the making. It's a story that will test every belief you have about what is possible, how unbearable pain can be transformed into incredible possibility, and what it takes to live your truth. . . . All Aboard! It's a ride you will never forget." John St. Augustine ~ Best-selling author and radio host

188 pages, Paperback

First published October 23, 2010

Reviews

[Marie Shanahan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book- it was really sad but I loved the Make A Wish story.

[Kimberlymoody · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ripped my heart apart while reading this, but very thankful i learned about Ollie and his incredible bravery and selflessness. This book is a beautiful tribute to an adorable little boy.

[Kivalina Mauck · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book grips your heart and soul.I fell in love with this Family especially Ollie.I feel like I know him.Thank you Debi for sharing your little Angel with the world.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Heart warming and uplifting at the same time.
A very worthwhile read!

[Therese · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cried right through the reading of this book.

[Hillary · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book. Both immensely sad and inspiring.