The Beauty Of Love Chapter 1 Analysis

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The Beauty of Love (A Memoir of Miracles, Hope, and Healing)
Laura Posada and Jorge Posada
Atria Books, 2010

General Idea The newlyweds Jorge and Laura Posada faced a difficult challenge when their first born son was diagnosed with a craniosynostosis. It is a birth defect that causes an abnormally shaped skull. Their lives were affected of the case of their son but they tried to be strong for their baby. They never stop believing that their son will be okay. The beauty of love is not just dealing with a childhood illness but it is about how brave couple faced all of the struggles in life.

Chapter 1 Jorge Posada was raised by a very supportive mom and dad. His parents are always there for him. Jorge Posada was born on 1971 on the 17th day
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Comment: Jorge’s game is affected by the condition of his son. But I know it will be alright.
Chapter 16 The first surgery of their son was held in Tampa with different doctors. All they do is pray for the safety of their son.
Comment: Poor little guy. You’ll be alright soon.
Chapter 17 The first surgery went smoothly but it is not yet the end they need to wait for 1 year for the second surgery.
Comment: The baby is not supposed to undergo surgeries but if it’s the only way to make him or her healthy then we don’t have a choice.
Chapter 18 The second surgery took place with no unforeseen complication but Laura noticed something so she decided to go to the hospital to check her son’s condition. It was found out that his son get an infection that was a result of bacteria known as peptostreptococcus and eikenella.
Comment: The situation that they have encountered is not easy. Only brave people can handle that situation.
Chapter 19 They were referred to Dr. Ernesto Ruas and the next surgery will be held at Florida. They also found out that Laura is pregnant again.
Comment: I feel sorry for her but I know she can surpass it. She’s a brave

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