Where do I even begin. If I could buy this for everyone I would! The words within this book are filled with so much hope, strength, humbleness before God & the reminder that we are not in control but that God is & He knows what he's doing we just need to TRUST him with ALL things even when that mean we let go of even our kids into his hands. Meg Appersons words are truly a blessing to have heard & are such an encouragement that we have a God of miracles who will see us through each and every season never leaving our side. I absolutely loved this book & very much plan on buying a copy because I need this on my self. A beautiful book.

Wow. Where do I even start? I have followed Meg for many years. I have followed Avery's journey and grown to love this family that I have never met. When Meg said she was writing a book, I jumped as soon as I could click pre-order. I was not disappointed. Meg has suffered. She has faced some of the worst things that any mother can ever face.. things that no one should have to endure. She has suffered and come out stronger. I am inspired and reminded of how much God still holds us even when the oceans are rising.

Wow. This is a book the world needs.
A gripping memoir of unknowns, grief, and redemption, Apperson’s journey of faith and motherhood will keep you captivated, and leave you basking in the glory of the King. Apperson walks us through what many would consider a pure nightmare, and teaches us how God can and does work all together for good. I love how real the author is about all aspects of her life. She doesn’t sugarcoat how she felt, what she said, or how she struggled internally. She gives us the raw, real, painstaking moments of her journey. In doing so, we fully get to enjoy the fruit on the other side of grief. Her days are not magically better nor has all pain and difficulty left her life. The Lord has refined her, and she has found joy in the path He has given her to walk. No matter what storm we are facing (and let me tell ya, everybody’s got something), Apperson’s faith has something to teach us all. I was so encouraged by this book, and felt seen, despite reading through someone else’s story. Thank you, Meg, for documenting your heart and life for all of us to learn from.
I received this audiobook, via Netgalley, in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

“Do you trust me?” This simple line used through Meg Apperson’s new release speaks volumes and gripped me from the beginning. Having a medical background, I was immediately intrigued by the diagnosis Avery had and how Meg and her family were able to triumph even through difficult times.

Sometimes as a Christian, I find that I expect all unicorns and rainbows. Meg’s ability to show that God hasn’t left us even in the darkest of days helped me realize that struggles can lead to the brightest times. Meg speaks about Averys complications from day one and how she felt like she was failing as mother. Her writing is so raw and authentic it made my heart ache right along with her. Having to make life and death decisions for not one, but two children simultaneously, is something I cannot fathom. Yet, Meg shows us that you can find light by sitting through the darkest of days and allowing God to lead you through. As she says to us in this book, you cannot deny the pain to make it go away, sometimes you need to live it. God will be there to bring you through.

While listening to this audiobook, I sometimes wondered if the large amount of medical jargon and complex terminology may limit the understanding of a lay person’s reading. Don’t get me wrong, I loved that it was written this way as I am a highly trained medical professional. But, I do worry some of the severity of Avery’s condition will be left misunderstood. You can still get so much from this book without knowing all of those things, but I do think more explanations or use of layman’s terms would have made it more beneficial for some readers.

I was moved by this memoir. The two things that struck me the most were your lines “Do you trust me” and “God doesn’t care how happy you make others if you do it by telling lies.” I know I need to listen more carefully to what God says and learn to trust Him more. Avery’a life and struggles will move mountains. Thanks for taking the plunge and writing this book. Thank you and God Bless!