Review: My Memoir of Motherhood: The Most Wonderful Thing In The World
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 11, 2014
"Being a mother is truly the most wonderful thing in the world." This is the affirmation of author Chantal Bellehumeur, a mother who reflects on a lifechanging moment in her past. Despite her initial reaction, she went on to become a mother. In June of 2000, at the tender young age of 18, with her future ahead of her, a child was not in her plans. Not at all. She states: "Obviously, I ended up changing my mind about getting an abortion and have absolutely no regrets about my decision. This is my true story of how my precious son came into the world and changed my life. I don't know what I would do without him."From the outset we understand the premise of the book. The motive is to share a true experience, to give it the reality of speech, thought, openness. Becoming a mother under less than ideal circumstances is not, never has, and never will be, simple. This is why the thought of abortion as a "solution" presents itself instantly...This is a very moving, heart warming story. It is worth reading on that basis alone, on its own merit. There is another question that the reading of this book makes unavoidable. Here it is:  "With respect to abortion issue, would you consider yourself to be pro-choice or pro-life?"  Each reader of this book will have to revisit their views on this issue, and maybe, make revisions. There is one truth that must also be told: Michael Aidan O'Brien is alive today, because his mother changed her mind. And that has made all the difference in his life...This book is sure to make you think. Highly recommended.Reviewed by Thomas Jerome BakerAuthor ofHow to Coach a Debate Team (Volume 1)**I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for a fair and unbiased review.