First words out of the Doctor's mouth were "we can end this pregnancy now" because
the prospective Mother was not married ....

Today, Michael is 20 years old. A Black Belt in Karate. Was awarded the "2006 Best
Special Teams Junior Varsity Football" trophy. He wants to get into computer
graphics or photography. He is the Grandson of a very, VERY proud Brother Knight.

After the birth of my third child, doctors told me that I should not get pregnant again because they felt I would not be able to carry a baby full term. Three months later I became pregnant again. Toward the end of the first trimester the doctor informed my husband and I that I should have an abortion right away. The doctor kept pressuring me to have one, and for whatever reason, I agreed. As the doctor was starting the procedure, the Grace of God overwhelmed me and I told the doctor to stop.

I then saw another doctor and she never brought up abortion and told me from the start that we will get through this, as she would have me closely monitored. Samantha was born healthy on September 13, 2005 (one month pre-mature). I am so happy that I did not have the abortion done; Samantha has been such a joy to have in my life.

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A saline abortion is a solution of salt saline that is injected into the mother's womb. The baby then gulps the solution. It burns the baby inside and out, and then the mother is to deliver a dead baby within 24 hours.

This happened to me! I remained in the solution for approximately 18 hours and was delivered ALIVE in a California abortion clinic. There were young women in the room who had already been given their injections and were waiting to deliver dead babies. When they saw me the abortionist was not yet on duty and had me transferred to the hospital.

I should be blind, burned, I should be dead! And yet, I live! Due to a lack of oxygen supply during the abortion I live with cerebral palsy.

When I was diagnosed with this, all I could do was lie there. They said that was all I would ever do! Through prayer and hard work by my foster mother, I was walking at age 3 ½ with the help of a walker and leg braces. At that time I was also adopted into a wonderful family. Today I am left only with a slight limp. I no longer have need of a walker or leg braces.

Death did not prevail over me and I am so thankful!

--Gianna

I was 12 years old when I found out my aunt had tried to abort my cousin, Sean, who is now 5 years old. I was devastated, but the news I heard next was even worse. I learned she had already aborted three previous children who would have been my beautiful cousins.

The only reason she did not abort Sean was because every time she went to the doctor for a pregnancy test, it did not show that she was pregnant. By the time she found out she really was pregnant, our state would not allow for the abortion, and she decided she didn't want to travel to another state for the abortion.

I stand against abortion. Knowing that three of my cousins were aborted and Sean was almost aborted hurts me deeply. So, girls, know that when you abort, it affects everyone, not just you and your child.

--Breanna

My mother's choice was my death sentence. My mother, Betty, had an abortion. A few weeks after that she was sitting at home reading when the book on her stomach began to bounce up and down. That's when she knew she was still pregnant with ME!

"I'm so sorry, Betty," the doctor told her when she went back to him, "You were carrying twins."

Although a second abortion was suggested, my mother refused and instead brought me to term. I was born with bilateral congenital dislocated hips, a condition for which I've had dozens of operations. It hasn't stopped me from pursuing my medical studies, though, or from speaking out whenever I can for the right to life.

I have forgiven my parents for trying to abort me, and I forgive the abortionist who killed my twin brother and who almost killed me. I often think of my brother, Andrew James, whom nobody can replace.

I believe that the way of truth, love, and God's grace is the only way to deal with the abortion tragedy. I would like to call all people to stand with me to defend the right to life of all persons. There are many alternatives to abortion. Nobody needs to sacrifice her child, no matter what anyone says.

--Sarah

She was 3 weeks old and again family and friends surrounded her; however, this time the smiles emanated from our faces as we looked upon this precious gift from God. It was the day she was officially adopted. Nine months earlier a teenage girl, Natalie, had conceived out of wedlock and although the burden was great, through the help and support of family, she chose adoption for the baby growing in her womb-- Praise be to God! Both birth and adoptive families gathered for this mysteriously joyous occasion when Lynn was placed in my sister Sarah's arms for the first time. She was to be one of the greatest loves of our lives.

Eighteen years later this beautiful baby, Lynn, had emerged into a beautiful, vibrant, and spirited young woman. As she opened her graduation gifts, Annie, a curious 3-year old, blond-haired, green-eyed cutie (very much like my niece at that age) came over to investigate the treasures hidden in the multitude of boxes and gift bags. She ended up in Lynn's arms and they played and giggled and teased. Again, I was lost in this joyous moment knowing that things could have been so different, and my mind drifted to a less joyous time about 4 years ago.

Sarah called me and I knew immediately that something was amiss. Her voice was quiet (not her usual happy phone voice), and I could almost hear the tears rolling down her face. My heart sank as I waited for the news, and then she mustered up the courage to speak-Lynn (only 14 years-old at the time) was pregnant! The shock transmitted through the telephone line, then, silence. I knew it wasn't the time for too many questions, so I promised to pray for them and hung up the phone. I sat in the bedroom utterly stunned with numbness. My heart broke and the tears began to flow. Soon after, I went to Sarah's house to find Lynn sobbing with the fear and uncertainty of a small child lost in a grocery store. In her frightened and immature position, she fought desperately to somehow resolve the situation. She begged my sister to schedule an abortion, but standing firm in her faith, Sarah denied the request knowing the grave sin attached to such an action. It was going to be a long, hard road, but this baby was destined for life not death. Through the love and support of family and friends, Lynn came to the conclusion that adoption was the best option; however, we did worry about the current New Mexico law that would allow a minor, like my niece, to have an abortion without parental consent and what's more without parental notification! Through much prayer and suffering, God's great love and mercy endured, and 9 months later, a loving family adopted this beautiful baby girl, Annie.

We had come full circle, and as I looked around the restaurant and saw all the smiling faces (my immediate family, some of Lynn's birth family, Annie's adoptive family, and close friends), I could see God's mighty grace and love surrounding us--all because two teenage girls made the decision to choose life and love. All glory and praise to God!

The above article was provided by Brother Taylor.
The names have been changed, it is a true story.