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Masterpiece of Joy: From the Despair of Infertility to the Joy of Adoption

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One question that I often grapple with is why so many bad parents have children, and people who would be great parents struggle with infertility. While I have had no personal struggles with infertility, I know many who have. Frankly, things just don't seem fairly distributed.

The author of Masterpiece of Joy struggled with the same question--but on a deeply personal level. Bobbie and her husband experienced years of unexplained fertility before finally being blessed with a child through adoption.

As you read Masterpiece of Joy, you will struggle with the Grubbs through their pain. You will also rejoice with them in their triumphs--not just the final triumph of the actual adoption, but all of the smaller triumphs along the way as they learned to deal with the pain of infertility.

I shed many tears as I read this book, both of sadness and joy. Yet I came away with a sense of peace, and the beginnings of an answer to my original question. I may never understand completely why so many bad parents are blessed with children while good people struggle with infertility, but it is very clear why the Grubbs went through their struggles. God chose them to be Jay's parents, and this is the way that had to happen.

I recommend this book to anyone who is struggling with infertility or adoption, or anyone who simply wants to share in this couple's experience. But buyer beware: the picture of adoption is painted so beautifully, you might just start thinking you should consider the option yourself. I know I did--and I already have four children!

Masterpiece of Joy by Bobbi Grubb gives the account of one couple as they experienced the emotional pain of infertility, but then found the joy of adoption. Those that are walking through these issues would thoroughly benefit from reading the Grubb's personal story. Even those that are not dealing with issues of infertility will be blessed as they see God's plan unfold. I was able to relate their experience to other areas of my life, and realize that even though in the midst of the storm, we cannot see what lies ahead, God is in control, and His purposes will be fulfilled. When we can truly grasp hold of that concept, we can rest in Him regardless of the uncertainty, disappointment, and chaos that may be going on around us. A definite must read!!!!!

After my twin sister and her husband had great success with an open adoption, my husband and I have been considering doing the same for the last three years. After reading Bobbie and Steve's inspirational story, we are ready!
We are currently taking classes for fostering-to-adopt but are also very interesting in open adoption. The Masterpiece of Joy was a very honest story about the ups and downs of what we can expect. Also, it reminds us to keep our options open and be prepared for possible setbacks. I think this will better prepare us for what lies ahead.

If you buy this book, make sure you have a big box of tissues!

This is an outstanding story! I love the way the author uses detail to describe her experiences and feelings. That really made me feel like I was a part of the story. I could relate to how deeply the author felt. I spent lots of time laughing as well as crying as I read through this amazing journey of God's power in this couples life. It was very uplifting to see things come together knowing that it was beyond anything this couple could imagine. God truly blessed them with a Masterpiece of Joy! I would recommend this book to ANYONE who is facing disappointments or struggles in their life. It encouraged me so much. The fact that this is a true story magnifies the greatness of a Lord who hears the cries of the hurting. I did not get bogged down while reading it in spite of the depth of Mrs. Grubb's descriptions as other reviewers have commented. I liked the detail as it made it possible to put myself in this couples place. If you are facing hardships, please consider reading this book. I believe it will bless you as much as it has me! Thank you so much for sharing this uplifting story! I know it must have been difficult to share such intimate things.

As a mother who has struggled with infertility issues, this book really encouraged me to remember that God is in control. Bobbi shares her very personal story in a way that anyone who has struggled with infertility can relate to. I would imagine everyone could be encouraged by this book to trust that God is involved in all the details and HE works all things together miraculously!

Masterpiece of Joy is a wonderful story. I was amazed at how God worked in the lives of this couple. Though they faced heartache, sorrow, and despair, they eventually found a way to cope and go on. Eventually, God blessed them in so many specific ways, it is amazing. The reader really feels what the author experienced, both sorrow and joy. It talks very openly about the physical and emotional difficulties of infertility, and the medical procedures involved in infertility testing. It also covers the decision making process in choosing open adoption. The reader will see the courage of birthparents who choose adoption and will be amazed how the adoption process resulted in peace and contentment for the birthmother as well. I think this book will provide valuable insight to infertile couples and their families, to couples considering adoption (and their families), and to birthparents considering adoption in an unplanned pregnancy. For others, it is just a great story you won't want to miss.

I enjoyed the story of this open adoption and appreciated the honesty of Bobbi's struggles and losses. The way that she wrote was often too detailed and that was hard get through at times. If you are thinking of an open adoption...this is a great account of how it can be a positive experience for both the birthparents and adoptive parents.