Becoming a Mom later in life - A Brave Face with Barbara Marlowe

Constantly Under Construction with Donna Harris

If you caught last week's episode with Teeba, you'll love hearing from Barbara Marlowe, Teeba's "American Mom”.

On today’s episode, you’ll be intrigued to hear how a woman in her 50’s became a first-time mother to a 4-year-old Iraqi burn victim. Barbara Marlowe was a woman who had given up the hope of ever becoming a mother until one day a deep and instant connection happened with a girl across the globe. Teeba Furat Fadhil whose face hands and head were severely burned during a roadside bombing, had her photo featured in a US newspaper. When Barbara saw the soulful eyes of Teeba’s, her life was forever changed. Learn of all the times that Barbara experienced supernatural events that she can only describe as “God moments” since Teeba has joined her family. Friends, have you had times in your life that you just cannot deny are God moments? It’s so important to cherish those as reminders that our God is living and active in our lives TODAY. I also loved Barbara’s thoughts on God’s perfect timing in her life. I encourage you to find thankfulness in your current situation. Just like Barbara, you never know what God could be preparing you for…it could be to fulfill the desires of your heart in a way you never imagined. Continue to hope, continue to trust and remain steadfast. He is with you. You’ll want grab a copy of Barbara and Teeba’s book, a brave face. Written with material from Teeba, her Iraqi mom Dunya and Barbara, you’ll enjoy this inspirational story. It’s filled with all the details of how they connected, it travels through the refining moments of marrying two cultures and two families together and it’s a story of hope and sacrificial love. Order Barbara and Teeba's Book, A Brave Face Thank you so much for listening. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast in Apple Podcasts or your podcast app. And let me know what you think of today’s episode by connecting with me on Instagram! *Constantly Under Construction has affiliate recommendations in the show notes and blog and on the podcast.