When his wife gives birth to a baby with dark skin, causing shock and accusations in the delivery room, Brent’s world falls apart. Brent has to make a decision that will test their love and trust for all time, as suspicion and betrayal threaten to rip their family apart. Finally, Stephanie and I were going to become parents after five years of trying. As Stephanie felt another contraction, her hand tightened around mine like a vice, but her expression remained composed and concentrated.

Our families lingered by the door, allowing us room while remaining close enough to let them in the moment the baby arrived.After the doctor nodded encouragingly, I squeezed Stephanie’s hand.

I muttered, “You’re doing great, babe. ”She gave me a brief smile, and then the moment arrived. It’s time for all of our dreams and labors to come true.

I experienced a tangle of pride, love, and relief when the first cry broke through the air. It was only when I let out a shaky exhale that I realized I was holding my breath.