And With the Gift Came Laughter

by Ann Kiemel Anderson

Backcover People need to know , adopted children need to be taught, that for most birth mothers, giving up a baby is not an act of rejection, it is the most selfless, courageous brave deed thay can do, it is laying aside their own desires and longings to bestow on that baby something greater then she can gove or provide.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction

165 pages, Hardcover

First published July 1, 1987

About the author

Ann attended Northwestern Nazarene University. She was a teacher, a Dean of Women, and a dreamer. She wrote her first book, I'm Out to Change My World when she was still in her twenties. She wanted to change the world, and she did: authoring 18 books that collectively sold over 28,000,000 copies, running marathons, speaking to thousands; but, mostly, it was her one-on-one interactions with the people whose paths crossed hers that made the deepest impacts.

"You and I, and God, and Love, can change the world; You watch, You wait, You'll see." -Ann Kiemel Anderson.

Reviews

[Tinomutenda Mpunganyi · Rating 5 out of 5]

In multiple readings of this book, I've discovered that at different life stages, the book imparts varied lessons. It consistently instills hope and inspiration in me, emphasizing the boundless nature of God's love. The book's message remains a guiding light through trials, hardships, laughter, and joy, reassuring that God is present and committed to our well-being. Despite the challenge of aligning my timeline with divine plans, the profound and timely impact of God's ways becomes evident through experience.

This book is a beacon for those who have lost hope or are in despair, offering inspiration even to those content with their lives but seeking an extra boost. Specifically addressing the struggles of aspiring parents, it delivers a message of hope, emphasizing that parenthood can manifest in various ways beyond biological birth. Ultimately, "And with the Gift Came Laughter" is a testament to God's love and a guide on how to embrace and share it in our lives.