from ashes to africa |  | Authors: Josh Bottomly, Amy Bottomly
Publisher: Tate Publishing
Category: Book
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Pages: 196
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Dimensions (in): 8 x 5.5 x 0.5
ISBN: 1606045989
Dewey Decimal Number: 306
EAN: 9781606045985
ASIN: 1606045989
Publication Date: March 24, 2009
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The bitter taste of ashes was left in the Bottomlys mouths after learning their hopes of parenthood were shattered. Barrenness, regardless of the cause, causes heartache and pain so harsh it seems impossible to approach life again. But for Josh and Amy Bottomly, Africa opened a door to a new life, the life they had dreamed of. Through a little baby named Silas Tesfarmariam, the Bottomlys found their dreams realized. Clouding this new life were the storms of Africawhere beauty and tragedy, wealth and poverty, and humanity and sub-humanity coexist in a jagged tension. Thrown into the squalls of this drastically different culture, the native Oklahomans learned to see God in a different light. Not only is he the giver of children, hes the manager of nations and the keeper of hearts. Join Josh and Amy Bottomlyand Tesfarmariam too!in this inspiringly true journey from ashes to africa. Like the authors, your life will never be the same again.
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Loved it: May 22, 2009
Zach Kennedy (Springdale, AR)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
I picked it up around 11:30 one night to read a few pages, and I turned the light off at 2:00 am after reading the whole thing. I kept thinking, one more chapter and I will go to bed.
What I appreciated most about the book was the raw honesty. I felt like I was reading my own journal as they detailed their experience while in Ethiopia. I only wish I could have read it before I left, as it would have prepared me for so many life altering experiences.
I had no idea what visiting the orphanages would do to me. I initially thought it would be fun to see the kids and play with them, bringing a smile for the day. I did not expect to see Addis' eyes in theirs, an experience Amy describes in detail.
She writes: "I could see Silas at 10 years old, with holes in his jeans and lice in his hair. I could see him at 18, with no education, no marketable skill, and no job prospects. Through such glimpses I felt more full the gravity of our decision to adopt."
I wish I could have been more prepared...
I had not processed what meeting Addis' birth mother might be like. Ashes to Africa dives into the deep feelings that you don't expect. Feelings of guilt and great sadness as you see the final goodbyes. Then the process your heart and mind go through in the hours after as feelings of gratitude and love flood back in. "Part of me felt the rightness of adoption, the rightness of Hermela's courage and sacrifice. The other part of me felt the the wrongness of adoption, the wrongness of broken families and abject poverty."
I wish I could have been more prepared...
This memoir is so important to both the adoption community and the world of Christians who have no idea what it means to care for "the least of these." If you are alive, you should read it. (I tried to condense this down to certain groups that should read it, but wasn't successful, hence the all inclusive mandate.) Just make sure you start reading in the morning and not at 11:30 at night.
Wonderful book about life, love and the beauty of adoption April 8, 2009
S. Dixon
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The thing I loved about this book is it's honesty. Josh & Amy hold nothing back and that is quite refreshing. It is very difficult to be honest with even friends and family about issues with marriage, and definitely with infertility. The Bottomlys courageously share their struggles, and ultimately their triumphs in a true and honest fashion. I loved reading this book. I would also like to add that this book would be a WONDERFUL thing to pass along to family members if you are struggling with infertility and considering adoption. I remember how hard it was to put into words the dark time of "trying." I really could not figure out a way to make my family understand. I feel that this book could be a great conversation starter between family members - and it can help family that may be resistant to adoption start to understand.
An Insiring and heart warming story of Authinticity April 8, 2009
Steve Lehman (Illinois)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
From Ashes to Africa is truly an inspiring story of authenticity. The authors really bring you into their lives as they share their story of infertility and ultimately adoption. I would highly recommend this book to anyone struggling with infertility or in the adoption process. Truly a wonderful well written book of HOPE!
Danae
A must read in my world. April 21, 2009
Angel Weir (Texas)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
THIS BOOK IS AMAZING! Love it! LOVE IT! LOVE IT! Couldn't quit reading and had tears in my eyes over and over. If God is tugging at your heart about "the least of these" you will enjoy this book.
It is an authentic and honest look at how God can take us on a journey through pain and make something amazing out of it. I was deeply touched.
YES, it is truly powerful for those who have struggled with infertility. Yet, I also felt it was just as important for me because I have not walked that road. It gave me an important glimpse into the heart of someone who feels that pain.
This book is about so many facets of who we all are. It's about marriage, about selfishness, about infertility, about love, about sacrifice and about joy. We rarely get to peer into someone's life the way that Josh and Amy let us look into theirs. I thank them for giving me that gift.
Wonderful Story of Adoption May 25, 2009
Casey Picker (Little Rock, AR)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
My wife and I are currently in the process of adopting from Ethiopia, and this book resonated with me so much! It was great to hear the honest story of a couple's journey who was so much like our own. I would highly recommend this book for those that have a heart for adoption, or even those who just love to hear stories of how God can work wonders!
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