Inconceivable audiobook

A more honest read about the mixed up embryo story; after reading "Misconception", I felt really disturbed because I really disliked the woman after reading it. She was self-absorbed and her personality just bugged me. All she could say was how badly she was suffering. The whole time, I kept telling myself, "Consider how Carolyn Savage felt, you egotistical, self-absorbed woman!" Perhaps this is why I ran to get "Inconcievable" as soon as I heard it was out."Inconcievable" told the story of Carolyn Savage, the lady who choose to carry the baby after learning he was not hers. She tod her story with grace and honesty, and even as I wanted to cry for her, she didn't write with self-pity. I read of her expereince, and her doubts, fears,and pain, and I felt for her. I wanted things to work out so she could have kept Logan. Her willingness to place her baby--and I think he is, in fact, just as much hers as he is Shannon Morel's--amazed me. Her choices were painful, and yet she kept her promise to give him to his genetic parents. Her story was upifting and made me really respect and admire her. I could not have done what she did, and knowing that she had to turn the baby over to that troll (sorry, I am just disgusted with S.M., I just saw an interview with her and it rubbed me the wrong way) bothered me alot...I found myself hoping that the Savages have blessings to "make up" for their terrible loss...and that the Morrells let them see Logan.The religious aspect didn't bother me, thugh it provoked a lot of consideration on the Church's view on reproduction, which I believe is outdated and cruel. I think that God gace us science, and reproductive assistance is part of that science. To judge Carolyn for bringing children into a strong family with a loving core and faith cannot be considered wrong, nor could telling others wh do not wish to be parents to practive birth control. If anything, this judgement sheds more of a light n the hypocrisy of the Church itself, not those who wish to expand their families. again, not to continue to preach, but the doctrines in some cases are silly.Overall, a real tear jerker that will appeal to mothers, especially those who have experienced infertility. It doesn't have the happy ending I would have liked, (hearing they got another baby from the surrogate, etc) but it sure did make me think to myself, "These are good people, I would have liked to know them."

"The IVF mistake was simply stated: Carolyn Savage was pregnant with someone else's embryos. She and her husband Sean were forced to make a seemingly inconceivable choice: Either terminate the pregnancy, sue for custody, or deliver the baby—and relinquish it. The Savages decided to do what they would hope that another couple would do in a comparable situation. This is their story. Impossible to read without placing yourself in their situation."I couldn't agree more. The whole time I was reading this, I was thinking, "What would Adam and I do if something like this ever happened to us?" This was a remarkable book about remarkable people. I absolutely loved how completely real they were about their feelings, too. They talked about the despair they felt, and how they were jealous and resentful of the genetic parents. I also loved how the book jumped back and forth between Sean and Carolyn, so the reader could really get a good look at each of their feelings. The part of this that maybe hit me the most was the lack of support this couple got from their church. They are Catholic, and the Catholic church does not condone assisted reproduction in any form. In Carolyn's own words, "Our very own church was not there to support us in our time of greatest need." I thought to myself, "They need to be LDS!" I can only imagine how our church would rally around a family going through a situation like this. It pained me to think that their church would turn their collective backs on them during their struggle.When the time came for the delivery of the baby, I was crying hard. I couldn't even help it. It was so painful, yet tender, too, as Sean and Carolyn passed their baby over to his genetic parents. It really tore at my heart!Though I wouldn't put this on the same level as "Little Women" or "The Count of Monte Cristo" (hence the 4- and not 5- star rating), it was an emotional, thought-provoking story that I would completely recommend.

I'm at a loss as to what to say about this book, this story, everything. I keep thinking about when I, and others, say "I can imagine" and "I can't imagine". We don't really mean that most of the time do we? I literally can't imagine having to deal with what the Savages have dealt with and are still dealing and will always be dealing with. I'm not one of the most likely many people who think it's over because Logan is gone. I understand - it'll never be over.Maybe it takes someone who has dealt with infertility and who lives his or her life totally around their child(ren). I don't know. I consider myself a pretty good judge of character and the Savages seemed nothing if not truthful. Whether they made them look good or not-so-good, I do believe they were truthful throughout the book. I think in the end, in some ways, they're very lucky people. They have an extremely - and I do definitely mean extremely - wide circle of support for one thing. They're family and friends rallied around them in the truest sense.I'm Catholic, I was raised in the faith and am raising my daughter Catholic. It saddens me, has for some time, a number of their "views". I agree with the Savages one hundred percent on their views of IVF. Maybe this will lead to some changes. Maybe, maybe not. ;)Speaking of maybe, maybe not. The Savages should be thanked for including that story so... thank you if you ever happen to read this. That story, as simple as it is, needs to be shared. It really puts things in perspective and it can be a great help to many people I think. I hope that if another baby is something they still want, I hope that wish comes true. From what I read they deserve it. Logan will know. No matter what happens with the Morrell's. Even if you never see Logan again until he's an adult, he will know. This knowledge is out in this world know and he will know. You've made your feelings known. Maybe that can help to ease the suffering just a tiny bit. I am going to read Misconception: One Couple's Journey from Embryo Mix-up to Miracle Baby. I'm not sure how I'll feel about it, their side of the story, or them in particular. I'm able to relate with Carolyn and Sean much, much more I think. But I'll go in with an open mind, like always, and see what I think. I hope the feel better knowing they've almost definitely helped another family or families to avoid this very same situation. Another family may not have been so strong. Another family may have been torn apart instead of becoming stronger than ever. (That's not to say the Savages deserved this because they're strong. I trust people will be able to know what I mean by that.) I also agree that the entire clinic, every single person from the highest to the lowest there, that was involved in the Savages process are to blame. They caused a great, great deal of hurt and pain for a great many people. And all because of laziness. We trust our medical community far too much. They're human too but that doesn't mean we can't demand checks and rechecks. Hopefully this will lead to people being more careful in all medical areas. I know I will be. I wish the Savages and their family much luck. They certainly deserve it.

Inconceivable will go down in my book as one of the most intriguing, memorable, informative, heart wrenching reads.This is Carolyn & Sean Savage's story of an IVF pregnancy that they prayed about for so long. There was a mix up with the embryos and Carolyn is pregnant with another couple's child. They decide to keep the baby and give the ultimate gift of life to the family who had also been praying about this baby for so long.They did a wonderful job portraying their side of the story. Carolyn is very authentic and real even through those moments that she is not proud of, that is what I loved most about the story. You really begin to realize through the book that they are a real family just like you & I who have their own problems, but ultimately they have their faith in God & family that carries them through the tough times.

4.0 Stars This is an emotional, gripping memoir. I was immediately pulled into this extraordinary story. The chapters alternate between the two spouses, providing an interesting duel perspective. The Savages came across as a relatable and likable couple, acting with grace and compassion in a very difficult situation. I read this as an audiobook, which was an excellent experience. This book featured two narrators, one female and one male, representing Carolyn and Sean's perspectives.

I have so many opinions about this book but none I feel comfortable posting in a public forum. I could never understand what either of these families went through and for that reason prefer to keep my opinions to myself. I do highly recommend this read.This was a brave story to tell for what must have been an awful, life altering, and extremely emotional event. My heart goes out to all involved.

Wow! Amazing book that I couldn't put down. The Savages are selfless wonderful people. Beautifully written.

It's hard for me to say that this book was amazing. I would probably choose the word beautiful. Amazing wouldn't be the word I would choose because this isn't an amazing story--it's truly an inconceivable one, but so beautifully written. I remember vaguely hearing about this story in the summer of 2009; I was away with my husband for the majority of the news interviews so I didn't focus too much on it. I finished this book several days ago (I couldn't put it down!) and have been trying to think about how to convey my feelings after reading it. This was quite possibly the most heartbreaking story I have ever read--however, it was also quite possibly the most heartwarming and inspiring story I have ever read. I tried to place myself in Carolyn and Sean's situation while reading this and that was quite difficult to do for many reasons, but I cried with them while re-living their journey. I admire their strength; while Carolyn didn't think she had it, I think she is such an incredibly strong woman. Perhaps the most difficult part for me to read was Sean "delivering" Logan to the Morell's.I found it a touching sentiment (perhaps insignificant to others but it didn't go unnoticed by me) that Shannon chose the outfit picked by Carolyn to "introduce" Logan to the world.I hope that one day Logan will thank Carolyn and Sean for being so selfless and so remarkable in making their choice to give him life.I also hope that Drew, Ryan and (someday) Mary Kate realize what amazing people their parents are. They are the most selfless, remarkable, loving couple I have ever heard about. Lastly, I hope that Carolyn and Sean can continue to have the strength and support to keep "getting through". They have given the most amazing gift of all.

I think the book was written well. It was a very honest telling of a story and ill admit to shedding a tear when Logan was wheeled down the hallway. I'm thankful I've never been placed in this position.As far as the actual topic goes. It's ironic that it was Carolyn's right to terminate a pregnancy but not her right to retain custody of the child. I was saddened to read feedback from people that criticised her for being offended at being labelled as a surrogate yet she paid someone to perform these very services. There's a fundamental difference here. She did not SEEK to give a gift, she wanted to expand her family.I have to say I'm a little miffed as to how people can 'belong' and or 'serve' any religion when it's very clear that the institution cares very little for its followers in return and still like sheep they flock and believe..Sean Savage was told by Carolyn's father: "No more babies"! I think it was foolish on Carolyn's behalf to even attempt a third and then a fourth and careless on Sean's behalf for not killing her pipe dream when it was their duty to be parents to their boys.Surely two healthy children, a healthy father and luckily healthy mother after child 2 should have been enough!Whilst I certainly sympathised with them once they were in the situation through no fault of their own and I commend Carolyn for giving the gift to Paul and Shannon, turning each page I continued to feel sad for her boys.. As her boys through this ridiculous ordeal must have always thought "why aren't we enough?" Their mother placed her health at risk just to prove a point to a doctor that said "no"! The doctor was right to say 'no'. It's just Octomum on a smaller scale!

I first learned of this story by reading about the couple’s experience of receiving another couple’s embryos in The Toledo Blade newspaper. Intrigued by the fact that something this monumental occurred in my home town, I was quick to get my hands on a copy of the book. As I learned that the couple was actually from the renown Savage family whose name is well known in business in Toledo as well as having the previous Centennial Hall on U.T’s campus renamed as Savage Hall after the patriarch of the family, I felt somewhat of a tie to who these people were. This bond grew again as I learned more of the legalities they had to go through and found out their attorney was my old basketball coach! Aside from my curious connection to these people, I was mesmerized by the idea that such an event could even occur. I loved how they shared their belief concerning the sanctity of life and despite the heartache of giving up a child you carried, they did carry it, when many others mocked them for even thinking of doing such a thing. Some critics think they come out sounding more like martyrs than saints, but no one knows what it was like to be in their shoes except them. My heart goes out to them for what they’ve endured and what they will have to endure in the years ahead, but whoever said life was easy? A compelling read that hits hard the issues of life that really count.