“The Eighteenth of November” is a deeply personal journey filled with ups and downs, starting with a childhood marked by joy despite parents’ divorce. It explores the author’s long-term relationships, the heartbreak of betrayal amidst fertility struggles, and the unexpected turn of events with a subsequent pregnancy. Through emotional chaos and trust shattered, the book explores the complications of childbirth and the transformative experience of motherhood.
Directing multiple marriages, each with its own challenges, the author reflects on resilience and the pursuit of love and renewal. The story directs through faith, family discord, career, and the deep impact of loss, including a father’s battle with cancer. Amidst grief and healing, the story finds hope and love once more, ending up in a fifth marriage and the joys of a blended family.
However, life takes a sudden turn with Randy’s leukemia diagnosis on that fateful date, leading to a journey of facing mortality and seeking healing in Colorado. The book shares reflections on the power of hope, resilience, and gratitude in the face of hardship, offering an emotional and inspiring tale of finding strength and renewal through life’s trials.
