An amazing...and surreal evening- one week ago tonight. My family was introduced and the mic was turned over ... with expectant eyes falling upon me while they awaited "the story".
It had been four years and some months since my husband and I discovered the seventh child we were expecting was diagnosed with Trisomy 18 while in the womb. Briefly- and it's ok if you don't know what this genetic condition is because we surely didn't until we faced it- Trisomy18 is a chromosomal defect which deemed our son "incompatible with life." When we asked how long would we have with our son we were told, "Most children with this condition, who survive birth, will not live to see their first birthday."
We lived through the exasperating unknowns and were blessed to give birth to John Michael and hold our son for 48 hours before he was to go home- to heaven.
Seems so strange to be able to write that so simply...never without emotion...always with a full heart.
I have written the full story of this experience and am excited to share that the book launch was a wonderful, dreamy success and the book is now available and offered with the HOPE that the insights, LOVE, and understanding we gained along the way might give solace to all as they face their own dark period of difficulty. The book is called TRIumph: A Story of Finding Hope In A Love That Knows No Bounds. You can learn more, and if desired, purchase TRIumph at www.triumph-story.com
Thank you so much for your support, love, and prayers over the years.
**My son, I know you came to this earth- and our family for a short time and with a specific purpose. Already I have witnessed the large impact you made on our family and community- what an honor that has been. As your story begins to take flight...it shall be with fond remembrance of your heart beating under my own...that I thrill to the reality that others will have the chance to "meet you" and learn of Love that comes with the Peace of a surrendered will . ** ~Mommy to son
