I ALMOST HAD AN ABORTION

October 28, 2024

“I ALMOST HAD AN ABORTION...I was you. I remember vividly how scared and terrified I was when I found out was pregnant with my third child. I was in no place to bring another baby in this world and my boyfriend, and I were not together anymore to add to the stress. All I could think of was how bad the timing was. What would my family say? and I had already disappointed them enough! I was raised in a Christian household, and I knew how wrong abortions were yet that was the choice I had decided to make. I was so angry with myself and God constantly asking, "Why did this happen?! “

I was four months pregnant when I ran into a lady at church passing out women's health pamphlets. I briefly opened it and saw that it read, Free Sonograms. I looked up and the lady was still standing next to me, not realizing that I was pregnant. I felt led to tell her and to add that I was thinking about abortion. Her eyes immediately started to water. Then she told me... "I have six kids now and a beautiful family, but I'm always reminded that I should have seven". She went on to tell me that when she was younger she had an abortion as well. She regrets it every day and even though it happened so long ago it was a day she couldn't forget. She constantly wonders how that child would have grown—what career would they have picked?

Her family still felt incomplete. After speaking with her I started to second-guess but fear still overcame me to have a child, so abortion was still my answer until I had a heartfelt conversation with my sister. I had broken down and she came to my rescue and told me everything that I needed to hear.

I was reminded that this unborn baby was planted into this world before I ever committed the act. I had to come to the realization that everything happens for a reason and that this baby could be the baby that cures cancer, the next president, or even the person who talks another out of suicide. This child could be the light on the world in such a dark time. My child has just as much of a right to live as I did. That was the turning point where I chose LIFE over DEATH. I gave birth to the most beautiful girl I have ever laid eyes on. She's so sweet and loves to give hugs and kisses. Her laugh is contagious.

She has a smile that will melt your heart and after reading this I hope she's able to change it as well. No matter how you got pregnant, single, or with a spouse, pick life. Trust God and know that no matter the situation EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT. Listen to that small voice in your head. And if you still don't want this child there a millions of couples that are willing to take on the role that you are not ready to. Don't let a few months of fear make a lifetime decision of regret. YOU WILL BE A GREAT MOM…BECAUSE” YOU ALREADY ARE!”