In 1996, Carmen  was pregnant with her's and Tim's first child. I remember lying in bed, exhausted and saying my prayers. Out of fatigue, I found myself requesting the same thing over and over. "Lord, please give me a healthy baby." "Please make him a humble servant and a great ambassador for You."

Tyler was a typical toddler and the center of attention.

At 2 and a half years old something changed drastically. He stopped talking and became withdrawn. Something had stolen my child's abilities and personality.

The next 2 years were spent searching for a diagnosis. I remember the day so plainly when a professional gave us the diagnosis. She leaned over her desk and with a stern, even-toned voice said the word - AUTISM.

She coldly predicted his future. He would never talk again, never get married and never have children of his own. We would have to take care of him for the rest of his life. She went onto say that there was no cure for autism and suggested we "put him somewhere" when he got older.

Remember that sleepy prayer? A "humble servant and a great ambassador" was my hearts desire for my unborn child. To the world, Tyler is "one of the least". To me, he has the very heart God desires.

God said "Unless you humble yourselves and come to me as a child, then you cannot enter the kingdom of heaven." Tyler chooses to love and trust everyday with no expectations. A "servant's heart and a great ambassador" of God's love was my prayer.

My family is my biggest blessing and Mother's Day gift. It happens for me everyday!

Tyler is now a beautiful 13 - year boy, still living with his family as he should be. We trust in God that one day, whether here or in heaven, Tyler will return to us in his full capacity.

Our prayer is that the song will touch you as you listen.  You may have been through the same or similar circumstances with someone in your family. 

Keep trusting in God, as He is the only answer to any and all of our problems. 

~ Carmen ~