Angel Behind the Rocking Chair: Stories of Hope in Unexpected Places

by Pam Vredevelt

Book Overview

With two healthy children, Pam and John were happy with their beautiful family. Then God gave them another gift, a gift they never quite expected. Nathan Charles Vredevelt was born with Down Syndrome.... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1576732509
• ISBN13: 9781576732502
• Release Date: January 1998
• Publisher: Multnomah
• Length: 220 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 0.8" x 6.0"

Customer Reviews

Hope and inspiration for all situations.

Someone gave me a copy of this book years ago when I was going through tough times. Though details of my situation were in no way similar to the author's, I could relate to the fears and spiritual/emotional struggles she faced. Her story of hope and spiritual strength helped me to face and then conquer my own fears. I have since given several copies of this book to other friends facing their own life struggles, and have received much positive feedback. Highly recommended.

It was thought provoking and inspirational

As Larry the Cucumber told Bob the Tomato after watching the story of Dave and the Giant Pickle - I laughed, I cried, it moved me Bob. This book wasn't exactly what I expected but I really enjoyed it. For a person who is a child of God and has often strayed from the family, Pam's words brought comfort and hit home. I also happen to have a little boy with Down Syndrome, which I why I originally bought the book, so her stories of Nathan were often like reading about my son. If you have an interest in Down Syndrome or any other special needs or if your heart just needs to be brought closer to God, I would recommend Angel Behind the Rocking Chair.

A book to help everyone get through all types of trials

An excellent book for people who have special needs children! This book will make you see things in a new light and give you hope and inspiration. It is a book for everyone also. It can help anyone get through rough times.

A Spiritual Up for Down Syndrome

I was given this book as a gift from a coworker who has listened to my day to day dealings with my lovely daughter Carolyn. She was born with Down Syndrome and is now 4 years old. I have enjoyed reading it over and over and on days when I am feeling lost, and asking the 'why' questions, I pick it up and read one or more of the short stories to make me feel better. I truly enjoy the short story format, it enables us busy folks to take a short break, drop back and punt. and find the strength to help and enjoy our special children. It is also a great read for those who feel that life has dealt them a rough road. Sometimes the stories make me realize that my life is good, my cross to bear is much lighter than that of my brother or sister and that God is with us and loves us all.

Thoughts from the mother of a child with Down Syndrome

I purchased this book to give to a friend who recently had a baby down Down Syndrome, and ended up reading it myself. It's very well-written and interesting, even if you don't know anyone with Down Syndrome. The principles the author sets forth can be applied to any "hard" situation in life. It's one of those "I've-been-there-and-I-survived-and-you-can-too" type books. I highly recommend it.