Our book SWITCHED AT BIRTH BUT BEYOND GRATEFUL is all about the stages of human life. Just like life is filled with unpredictable circumstances, so is this book. This book will leave you in awe, taking you on a new adventure. This book not only deals with every aspect of human life but is also the author’s life experience, what she went through, and how she cope with everything as she discovers that she was switched at birth. Dealing with emotions can be disturbing sometimes, and that is why the author has penned down her feelings, hoping they will, in one way or another, help others going through something similar.
This book deals with the complexities of Laura’s life as she discovers her real identity, family, and the relationships she has built all her life. Laura was always prompted to learn more about herself as her family dynamics and identity differed from hers, which provoked her to know more about her origins. After that, she came to know about her real family. This book is not all about upsetting and depressing experiences, but it has a hint of humor added to it, just like Laura’s personality.
Laura goes through a storm of unexplainable emotions and circumstances in her life. She experiences all five stages of grief, including denial at first when she discovers that she was switched at birth, secondly anger, thirdly bargaining when she is confused about what to do next, then depression, and lastly acceptance when she knows there is nothing that she can do now and accept her fate. Laura finally accepts that life is not always about blood relationships, but it is about the love and gratitude that she received from the family she was living with. Laura went from experiencing grief for an extended period to finally accepting her fate. She realized that sometimes biological ties may not be as vital as one thinks. She finally accepts her relationship with her family and cherishes the love they share. Despite the challenges she faced in her life, she shares her journey of growth, where she experienced every obstacle. She finally realized that family is not always about the blood that is shared but about the love and respect shared among the individuals. This book sends an inspiring message to find love, happiness, and positivity in every stage of life, no matter how bad the circumstances.