Dreams Manifested

by Debra Sweeting

In Dreams Manifested, Debra shares her incredible stories of trials and tribulations she personally experienced. From battling and winning her life back from cancer to her struggles with infertility issues when motherhood was what she dreamed of having the most. The challenges of raising a beautiful, precious child diagnosed with Down syndrome and autism (DS-ASD) and the blessings of character building, strength, victory and happiness, she experiences helping and watching her daughter slowly overcome some of the physical, cognitive, and behavioral challenges she has. Next Debra went through excruciating pain suffered with the sudden death of her spouse and, as if that was not enough, the loss of her career and financial stability shortly after. Lastly; how she is finding her way through grief with her recommitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, and ability to use her life intentionally as a testament of God's greatness and divine purpose for her life. "Life is like a Brazilian wax" is a metaphor of how she felt as she navigated through life's many painful and difficult journeys. Inspirational quotes given by some of the greatest and most influential people in this world are referenced throughout this book. These messages helped Debra see the light at the end of each journey and they will do the same for you! Debra hopes to empower others through her stories to live a purpose-driven life.

66 pages, Paperback

Published September 6, 2016

About the author

Debra Sweeting is the founder of Pathways After 18 — a transition-planning program built on lived experience, professional expertise, and a mother's love that leaves nothing to chance. Her daughter Alana, diagnosed with Autism, Down syndrome, and ADHD, is the reason this work exists. A Florida Supreme Court Certified Mediator with dual certification as both a Circuit Civil and County Mediator, Debra brings both professional precision and personal purpose to everything she creates. She is the author of Pathways to Adulthood and the Pathways After 18 Design Workbook Heirloom Edition — and she believes every young adult deserves a future that feels like their own.