Life’s sad story God’s love story

Transforming a child’s adversity into a tale of love

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About

Christie Werts, a California native now residing in rural Ohio, captured the world's attention with her extraordinary adoption journey that unfolded on the global stage. Her compelling narrative, chronicled in major publications like Newsweek, the Daily Mail, and the New York Post, resonated with audiences worldwide and even garnered features in UK and Australian magazines.

In this tale of resilience and hope, Christie and her husband navigate a path through tragedy to find a heartwarming resolution. A once foster child herself, Christie unexpectedly transforms into a foster mom, embracing a role that adds layers of depth and meaning to her life. Today, she shares her home with five wonderful children, three lovely dogs, three horses, and a charming assortment of peculiar chickens.

Beyond her personal story, Christie remains a passionate advocate for kindness and compassion, seeing these virtues as essential elements in a world where they sometimes seem elusive. Her journey, from adversity to a place of love, happiness and family, serves as an inspiring testament to the transformative power of compassion and the enduring strength of the human spirit.

Praise for this book

Christie's captivating memoir invites readers into a world of raw honesty and heartfelt storytelling. Her authenticity shines through, drawing you into her world with vivid memories that feel as though you're experiencing them alongside her.

One of the most poignant aspects of Christie's narrative is her portrayal of her upbringing. With each detail she shares, you can't help but feel a deep empathy for her character, yearning to reach out and offer comfort. Despite the challenges she faced, her resilience shines through, and you find yourself rooting for her every step of the way.

I found myself on an emotional rollercoaster, swept up in the highs and lows of her journey. Her ability to evoke such strong emotions in her readers is a testament to her skill as a storyteller.

And then, just when you think you've experienced every possible emotion, Christie delivers a heartwarming ending that leaves you feeling uplifted and inspired. It's a testament to the power of hope and perseverance

Christie's memoir is a masterpiece of raw honesty and heartwarming resilience. It's a book that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page, reminding you of the strength of the human spirit and the beauty of sharing our stories.

I started reading this book 4:00pm on Saturday night and it was so enticing I ignored the Bruins first playoff game ti continue reading!! By 10:30 am I was done! My intention was not to ignore my life, however Christie’s life and her ability to tell it had me hooked! I recommend every adult reads this book and I hope families use it to help them discuss parent/child relationships and the power of love and God. My faith in people and God has been restored thanks to this amazing story

I love, the author’s transparency. It allows the reader to be in that moment with her on her life journey. Such a heart felt beautifully shared story of Gods plan and how we all have a purpose and place in this world

I read this book in two days. I absolutely loved it. It’s real, raw and full of emotions. It truly is a “Lifes Sad Story” that turns into several “Gods love Stories”. I highly recommend this book, and have your tissues ready

along with Kleenex while you are at it. Raw emotion poured into every page. Devastatingly emotional telling of a women’s life journey that culminates with her and her husband adopting the child of his estranged ex-wife. An empowering example of faith and the power of prayer.