Post by Kristin Jarvis Adams | July 2, 2017

When we write about ourselves, we lay the pieces of our human heart onto the page. Our secrets, our heartaches, our shame, and our triumphs become a language of their own. A soul-speak.
When I decided to tell the story of Andrew and Frightful, I knew this story was bigger than myself. Just today I received this letter from a mother with a story of her own.
Hello,
My name is Nicole. I live in Olympia, WA and just devoured your book in two days while on our family trip to Friday Harbor. The instant I saw the cover photo of your book at Barnes & Noble, I knew it was going to be amazing.
Thank you for sharing your harrowing experience. My son is also on the autism spectrum and has bonded with our chickens in a way that he has not done with anyone else. People always thought it odd that he was so attached to these hens, but [I know] they just “get” each other, and it brings me so much joy.
It was heartwarming to see another family saved by a chicken, and when I read about Andrew’s graduation speech about chickens having autism, I started bawling. You have a very special family and I’m so honored to have met you though your words. I wish you and Andrew continued health and blessings.
**Cover photo: Nicole’s son, Elijah, with his favorite hen, Red.
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Kristin Jarvis Adams' story of Andrew and Frightful is a beautiful and remarkable journey through medical mysteries, a reliance on a superhero chicken, and ultimately, a transcendent faith that ushers in hope when all else seems lost.
So wonderful that your inspirational story is reaching so many and that they are letting you know that they were touched by your sharing! BEAUTIFUL!