This is a precious book. It flows from the heart, mind, and faith of Sophie Lutz, mother of Philippine—a child with multiple severe disabilities. Before birth, doctors diagnosed a grave malformation of the brain that should have caused Philippine's death at delivery. The parents were offered termination. They chose instead to follow their daughter wherever her life would lead. Philippine is now seven years old.
This spare, moving account invites us into the mystery of Philippine's life and the world of her parents: the daily challenges and struggles, the steady support of their extended family, the skill and gentleness of her medical caregivers, and the inexpressible gift of the sacraments Philippine has received.
You cannot begin this book without being deeply moved—and you will not be able to put it down.
M. H. Mathieu, 2008