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This book is a memoir telling the story of a mother's love when her second daughter is born with Down Syndrome. The Down Syndrome diagnosis was unexpected. The author focuses on her journey of acceptance and love during the first year of baby Nella's life.
Have a tissue box ready - especially for the first chapter, and most definitely if you have a child with special needs. Kelle Hampton does a beautiful job telling about her journey. I felt she was a bit whiny; perhaps because we are now 8 years into our Autism journey with Isaiah. I also remember the roller coaster of emotions at the time of diagnosis...but something about her was just ever so slightly...I don't even know how to explain it. She writes well and has a beautiful story to tell, but I just didn't find myself relating to her. Memoirs reveal so much about a person. I guess I was hoping to connect more to her story because I am also a special needs parent. I just didn't feel that connection.
3 stars out of 5 for this one, though I would recommend it to others. It is worth your time.
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