Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)

Excellent

What a heartwarming story. I can't imagine the anguish of giving up a child, but I'm glad it.Thank you for sharing this personal story, my friend~Debbie

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

Thank you for an excellent review, Debbie.

Comment from Douglas Paul

Excellent

This is quite a story, Patricia. I am so glad you could get back in touch with your son, That is a blessing for both of you and I am sure God intended for you to get a chance to know each other.

 Comment Written 30-May-2016

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

Thank you Douglas, for an excellent review.

Comment from BeasPeas

Excellent

This is wonderfully written, Patricia. It couldn't have had a better ending. I'm very happy for all of you. There is a typo in last sentence of your author's note that you may want to change:
"After meetig (meeting) my son and..."
Marilyn

 Comment Written 30-May-2016

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

Thank you for an excellent review. God did honor me because I chose to give my son life.

Comment from GoodHearted Woman

Excellent

I know you realize how blessed you were, to be so shunned back in the day, when you said you weren't even sure how to pray. I think God, Who knows all mens' hearts knew you had a broken one and then when the time was right, He made all good things possible. He asks in Genesis: "Is anything too hard for me." Of course not.
So I see, through the years and the pining of your heart through the years, God gave you a great blessing. Most people don't get to experience that. AND, I see how your prayer life has developed from one who did not quite know how to approach Your Savior to a woman who knows exactly how--and often! God has taken very special care of your son. His Own Son is said to have carried the baby lambs, too weak to go it alone, and to take special gentleness with the old sheep.
I am glad for you, Pat, that your story ended well and glad you share it with us.
Marcia

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

Thank you Marcia, for an excellent review. I truly believe God honored my life for making a hard choice for life.

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

This is a very touching story you have penned. I am sorry you had to go through that but happy the baby found a good home and is now happy. It is great that you finally got to meet him. Great story. hugs, Teri

 Comment Written 30-May-2016

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

Thanks for a beautiful review, Teri, I appreciate it greatly.

Comment from mfowler

Excellent

1958,. Yes, they were hard days for young unwed mothers. Pressure from
families and social opinion forced so many young mothers to forgo their babies.
As a man I have only an empathy for the distress this must cause. The way
you searched Dwayne out after all those years shows just how connected the
bond of mother and child was. The fact that you managed to find a happy life
with a loving husband and fine children, and then find the child of your youth,
shows how much God has blessed your life. I know this is very personal piece
but I'm sure you've gained something personal for sharing it. It is well written
and easy to follow. Your emotion connected with me throughout.

 Comment Written 30-May-2016

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

M Fowler your review touches me deeply, especially since it is from the view point of a man. Writing this story in this way has been quite healing. I have been blessed by God beyond any measure. Patricia

Comment from enitsalemap

Excellent

This is a moving memoir piece. There is nothing more freeing than being able to write about the most painful and poignant moments in one's life. The act of writing reveals more than the person knew was beneath the surface. This act of sharing your story is a gift to the reader because your courage to reveal opens windows of revelation to them. This is a life affirming story. Thank you.

 Comment Written 30-May-2016

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

Thanks for the nice review. This was a hard story to write about, but indeed it was time to write it.

reply by enitsalemap on 30-May-2016

you are welcome

Comment from brenda bickers

Excellent

Hi Pat,
this is truly a beautiful story, and I am so glad that you got to meet your son. How cruel is life and the things some of us are forced to do. I have no thoughts on adoption or abortion, they are a personal matter between those that it concerns and for no one else to judge. I think you are a very lucky lady to finally meet him and know that he has had a good life, others don't get that chance.
I hope you continue to enjoy the times you spend with him.
Brenda:))x

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 Comment Written 30-May-2016

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

Thanks for a beautiful review, Brenda, .

Comment from misscookie

Exceptional

This was all in Gods plan even though m,an seems to think he did it all
You have a hand son
I'm please you and your son got together and the love is even stronger.
Have a blessed day

 Comment Written 30-May-2016

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reply by the author on 30-May-2016

Thanks Cookie for a nice review and the lovely rating.