If you are the "holier-than-God" type of Christian then this book is probably not for you. If you understand and can see the wonderful beauty in God's forgiveness, you will be touched by this simple story of life, Essie's life. This book is surely for you. Essie realized that God had blessed her after all, blessed her with the ability to have children, and with this ability, she was able to survive. Having kids was her survival tool, as well as her bargaining tool. So far, it seemed that she was at the losing end of all of her previous bargains, but she still had high hopes. Like an addicted gambler, she kept betting on the future prospects of her kids. An inspiring unique religious novel. Read about Essie's road to heaven in spite of her turbulent single parent life. This book was specifically made for Mother's Day as well as for similar occasions that celebrate and promote good mothers. *(FANTASTIC GIFT FOR MOTHER'S DAY)*