Alive by Grace
A Mother's Story with A Message of Hope from Christopher
by Christopher Cavalier
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Pub Date Aug 08 2018 | Archive Date Feb 08 2019
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Description
“Gravely ill” are the words used to describe our first born child. A two percent chance was all they gave him to survive, but by the grace of God, modern medical technology, and countless professionals, our child is alive today.
It’s the challenges that lied ahead that made us who we are today. Hours old Christopher underwent surgery to repair a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia. He was then transported from New Jersey to the children’s hospital in Boston, Massachusetts, for an experimental procedure called ECMO. Christopher then spent nine weeks at children’s before coming home to NJ, requiring oxygen, gastrostomy tube feedings, and around-the-clock care. During his first year of life, he was hospitalized eighteen times with life threatening emergencies. He was diagnosed with a hypoplastic lung, pulmonary hypertension, GI reflux, hydrocephalus, scoliosis, and an enlarged heart. Christopher is truly a medical miracle who has paved the way for many to follow.
As his mother, I will take you through the obstacles and triumphs of our lives, in hopes that you will gain understanding of the emotional and spiritual impact that catastrophic illness can have on a child and his family.
Christopher’s body and spirit were often pushed to the breaking point.
In his own words, he describes how he overcame every challenge life offered him. His physical pain, emotional suffering, and spiritual breakthrough will inspire you. You are not alone, and there is hope for a normal life! God’s grace abounds.
Advance Praise
This is the story of an amazing family and an incredible young man. It is a passionately written picture of what it is like to be the mother of a medically ill child and the miraculous life of a medically ill child who beat the odds to become a kind hearted compassionate and inspirational young man. It is a fabulous read for anyone as it delivers a message of the wonders of modern medicine and the importance of faith, family and hope. Alive By Grace is one of the most encouraging books that i have ever read. The authors both tell their story from their perspective and i believe there are lessons to be learned from both of them. This book is written with honesty and grace and delivers a heartfelt message.
A must read for anyone who is dealing with or knows someone with a catastrophic illness. A testimony of a mother's love & faith and a son's message of hope and spirituality as he describes how he overcame physical and emotional challenges.
A heartfelt tribute to faith and the resilient nature of body, mind, and spirit. I recommend taking this poignant journey to all who have struggled with challenges or all who have cared for someone with challenges (personally or professionally)-- that would be pretty much everyone!
Being a new parent , I have discovered what it means to love someone with all your soul and want nothing but the best for your kids. Suzanne and her husband gave everything they had to make sure their son lived . This book is the definition of a Mother’s undying love
An extraordinary tale of resilience. A young boy overcomes life-threatening medical problems but also mistreatment from schoolyard bullies. A good book for parents of children with disabilities and also for parents who want to teach their children tolerance and compassion.
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| ISBN | 9781641919883 |
| PRICE | $9.99 (USD) |
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