Life Goes On

A Heart-Wrenching Decision

The first book in this series of four memoir stories, Life Goes On, is a poignant memoir by Keri Dangerfield Stone, offering an intimate glimpse into her life as a birth mother. The narrative unfolds around themes of sacrifice, the complexities of adoption, and the enduring bond between a birth mother and her child. Keri’s journey begins with her teenage pregnancy, leading to the heart-wrenching decision to place her child for adoption—a choice that echoes throughout her life and shapes her future relationships. 

After spontaneously marrying the father of her first child at eighteen, the newlywed couple struggles with infertility for several years until being blessed with two amazing children. A decade later, Keri and her husband reconnect with the son they relinquished to adoption. Once the initial joys are over, their family faces the unexpected harsh realities that come with reunion.

The memoir delves into Keri’s personal evolution, exploring her struggles with identity, motherhood, and the quest for reconciliation and healing. Keri’s story is one of resilience and empowerment as she navigates the challenges of reuniting with her son and fostering new family dynamics. It portrays her unwavering commitment to advocating for change in the adoption world, emphasizing transparency, support, and partnership over traditional adoption practices.