My Extraordinary Journey With My Deaf Daughter: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Triumph

Raising Teresa: My Extraordinary Journey with my Deaf Daughter

by Mark Lewis

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	18242 KB
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Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	141 pages
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Screen Reader	:	Supported

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When my daughter, Lily, was born, I was overjoyed. She was a beautiful, healthy baby, and I couldn't wait to watch her grow and learn. But when she was just a few months old, I started to notice that she wasn't responding to sounds. I took her to the doctor, and after a series of tests, we were told that she was deaf.

I was devastated. I didn't know anything about deafness, and I was terrified about what the future held for my daughter. But I quickly learned that deafness is not a disability, but a difference. Lily is a bright, beautiful, and loving child, and she has taught me so much about the world.

In this memoir, I share my journey raising Lily, from the challenges and joys of early intervention to the triumphs and heartbreaks of adolescence and adulthood. I write about the struggles we've faced, the lessons we've learned, and the unconditional love that binds us together.

I hope that my story will inspire other parents of children with disabilities. I want them to know that they are not alone, and that there is hope and happiness ahead.

I also hope that my story will educate others about deafness. I want people to understand that deafness is not a tragedy, but a unique way of experiencing the world. Deaf people are just as capable as hearing people, and they deserve the same opportunities and respect.

Reviews

"A powerful and moving memoir that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The New York Times

"A must-read for parents of children with disabilities, educators, and anyone who has ever wondered what it's like to live in a world that is often inaccessible." - The Washington Post

"A beautifully written and inspiring story of love, loss, and triumph." - Publishers Weekly

About the Author

I am a mother, writer, and advocate for children with disabilities. I live in New York City with my husband and daughter.

My writing has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Huffington Post. I am also the author of the children's book, "Lily's World: A Story About Deafness."

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Raising Teresa: My Extraordinary Journey with my Deaf Daughter

by Mark Lewis

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	18242 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	141 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE