When I Was Four, My Mother Left Me Alone in a Church—Twenty Years Later She Returned Crying, “We Need You”

We are only trying to love you.

I did not answer.

Love that refuses a clearly stated boundary is often more interested in itself than the person receiving it.

PART 31 — THE BEST AVAILABLE OPTION

After full evaluation, Rebecca called again.

“The team would like to proceed with you as the donor if you’re still willing.”

I sat down.

“Why me?”

She explained.

The registry search had not produced an ideal fully matched donor available within the preferred timeframe.