A Story Unfinished: 99 Days with Eliot

An amazing book that I completely recommend.

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I recently finished A Story Unfinished: How do you describe the depths of this book in one simple review? For me, life changer for sure. This heartfelt story had me from the first chapter.

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Matt writes about this toward the end of the book, in talking about his journey to pick up his adopted daughter, abandoned in a Ukrainian orphanage because she was disabled. This was for me the most profound moment in a book that is overflowing with profound moments: I would not be in Ukraine. If Eliot were here, I would not be here.

The absolute worst thing in each of our lives was the thing that brought us together. Without walking a road of pain and misery, our paths would never have crossed. Lena is my daughter. Jan 30, Melissa Schwartz rated it really liked it. When I first picked up this book by Matt Mooney, I was expecting to have to dry my eyes. However, I found the book to be inspirational as well as touching. The Mooneys received a diagnosis that no parent ever wants to receive.

However, through their own strength and faith they are able to forge their way through their short time with little Eliot and to emerge from their grief with a plan for their life. Mooney gracefully relates the Mooneys' mixed feelings during their brief time with Eliot fro When I first picked up this book by Matt Mooney, I was expecting to have to dry my eyes. Mooney gracefully relates the Mooneys' mixed feelings during their brief time with Eliot from their wonderment as new parents to the searching for a way to cope with the loss to come.

Snippets from each day of their lives with Eliot really give readers a picture of how much of a miracle Eliot's life was. After his loss, we follow along as the Mooneys draw on his inspiration for their future. Truly a beautiful read! This book is equally inspiration for those of us currently dealing with a loss as well as those yet to cope with such a loss.

Feb 04, Michelle Kidwell rated it it was amazing. I first heard Elliot's story a few years ago, a little boy only lived 99 days yet he touched the lives of many, and blessed his parents. This story is not only one of loss, but amidst the loss, hope and love. For the short span of Elliot's life his Father kept a blog, keeping others updated on Elliot's condition, Elliot was not supposed to be viable at birth but he was, his Mom and Dad did everything they could to give him all the love he needed, and of course yes they grieved when he was lost, p I first heard Elliot's story a few years ago, a little boy only lived 99 days yet he touched the lives of many, and blessed his parents.

For the short span of Elliot's life his Father kept a blog, keeping others updated on Elliot's condition, Elliot was not supposed to be viable at birth but he was, his Mom and Dad did everything they could to give him all the love he needed, and of course yes they grieved when he was lost, probably even questioned God, but they did not stop living, and in the midst of sorrow they were blessed with two more healthy children of their own and a little girl they adopted from the Ukraine.

If you are looking for an inspiring read then look no farther than A Story Unfinished just make sure you have tissues nearby, you are going to need them. Jan 13, Morgan rated it it was amazing. I won this book through First Reads.

A Story Unfinished: 99 Days with Eliot by Matt Mooney

A Story Unfinished - for a book, and personal story such as this, I have zero complaints. It is not fancy literature nor is it sugar coated. Their words made me laugh, made me cry, and the story of Eliot left a lasting impact.

Such a beautiful boy, and beautiful family. I recommend this book for ALL, young or old. I believe their story, Eliot's story, has a lesson to teach all of us. Jan 29, Jessica S rated it it was amazing Shelves: Not long ago, I read something that became very special to me regarding the avoidance of pain in our lives. We have a loving Father, and sometimes it takes falling down and scraping our knee to suddenly become aware that He is there to comfort us. That doesn't make the pain any less real, but it does allow us to let our Father closer.

Often times Not long ago, I read something that became very special to me regarding the avoidance of pain in our lives. Often times, it seems like we often think we can only do one or the other, not both simultaneously. This book proves that does not have to be the case. I would recommend this book to anyone, and that's not not a usual statement for me. Mar 25, Katelyn rated it really liked it. I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review: I have never lost a child. But, I know several people that have.

Reading this book was a great insight into the suffering, emotions, and grief that people feel during times of such severe unknowns. I appreciated Matt Mooney's honesty, his sermons on faith, Job, and his understanding of life and the eternities. I think such perspective is such a great asset to have. I love reading about their unconditional love for their son, an I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review: I love reading about their unconditional love for their son, and how they really celebrated each moment, each hour, each day with their son.

They knew how blessed they were to have him in their lives. Such a great and moving story! Feb 03, Karen Solomon rated it it was amazing. Although I felt the book started out a bit slow, I was glad I finished it. This is truly a story of strength and joy rather than defeat and sorrow. Don't get me wrong, it is terribly sad, but Matt let's you see into his heart and how he is able to make it through each day knowing that his child is not long for this world.

His dedication to his faith is unwavering but not overwhelming to the reader. This book will make you wonder why we don't all celebrate our birthdays as Eliot did, each day we Although I felt the book started out a bit slow, I was glad I finished it. This book will make you wonder why we don't all celebrate our birthdays as Eliot did, each day we are alive. Jan 14, Jean rated it really liked it Shelves: A very touching story about Matt and Ginny's son Eliot who was born with a genetic defect known as Trisomy This was their first child and until the 30th week all was going well.

Their decisions to keep their baby and to celebrate each day of Eliot's life was a jot to read. Their faith in God kept them going although it shows them running through the gauntlet of emotions from joy, angry, sorrowful, hurt and sadness.

A Story Unfinished: 99 Days with Eliot

Thanks to goodreads for letting me become part of this story. Mar 09, Amy rated it liked it. I was definitely touched by Eliot's story and the lessons this small child taught in the short time he was on Earth. His parents' honesty and openness about their ordeal as well as their faith journey throughout made this a very worthwhile read. I feel like I know better now how to approach friends who are suffering with their own losses.

Dec 30, Gina Phillips rated it it was amazing.

A book that will provide you with an opportunity to reflect on life; both before and after death and one's relationship with God. I enjoyed the story of a family who after losing their son and dealing with grief, was able to overcome the grief and continue to live their lives in his absence while never forgetting the lessons he taught them. Feb 03, Kelly Farnan rated it it was amazing. I won this book in a giveaway and was so excited when it arrived yesterday. I dove right into it and read through the night. This book was raw, real, moving, and rather sad. But so is the story.

Great things come through Christ and Faith and this family proves it! Jan 12, Denise rated it really liked it. Evoking so many emotions, A Story Unfinished tugs at heartstrings just with reading the title. A great read for inspiration, love and hope. Feb 25, Dana rated it it was amazing. A great book that answers many tough questions about pain and loss. A must read for parents. See my full review here: Jan 16, Liralen marked it as to-read Shelves: Jun 28, Jamie rated it it was amazing.

Amazing story of faithful journey through this world. Feb 18, Natasha rated it liked it. I won this book through a goodreads giveaway. This book was very touching. It had me in tears and had me smiling. Definitely a book worth reading, just for the experience! Tiffany rated it it was amazing Dec 31, Valentina rated it really liked it Aug 04,

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