What began as a written documentary of a young family’s journey in learning about and overcoming the obstacles of an eye muscle condition in their first born child is now being read by many across the country as a story of inspiration, hope, and faith.

The condition known as strabismus, or commonly called crossed eyes, has no cure and is often treated by surgery on the muscles surrounding the eyes. Over the course of 4 years, this family’s child underwent 4 surgeries and multiple other treatments to overcome the symptoms of this condition. Along the journey however, the parents learned that the physical aspect of the condition was simply the beginning of a long journey of emotional, psychological, and sociological affects on their child, their family, and even their marriage.

Initially only read by families in similar situations, this story has now been read by others facing any number of life’s struggles. Whether you and your family are facing a situation dealing with eye problems, going through uncertain times, or if you simply enjoy reading stories of hope and inspiration, you will enjoy and learn from this family’s journey with strabismus.