It was a cold, crisp November morning when three outdoorsmen ventured to the base of Arizona's tallest mountain range for the last day of their elk hunt. Like previous hunts, they spotted movement among the trees and took their separate positions. In the excitement and confusion of a fast-traveling herd, Brandon spotted a bull through the crosshairs of his scope, tracking it briefly before pulling the trigger. Instead of dropping the bull he watched his brother, Preston, stagger down the hill toward him with a bullet buried in his torso.
"Prepare for the worst" became the refrain. For an agonizing month, while Preston fought for his life, his family fought their own battle with grief and fear. Yet in spite of tragedy, the true power of faith preserved.
In this gripping retelling of events, Kimberly shares the family's inspiring recollections and how this accident has strengthened their bond with one another and with God. From supporting Preston in his challenging recovery to consoling Brandon over his guilt, Kimberly personally reflects on the love and profound prayer that divinely guided her and everyone in Preston's support chain to find light in the darkness.
Miracles are rare, but with faith, they're real.
About the Author: Kimberly L. Alvarado has spent her life writing creative pieces and short stories. Among her favorite topics, are memoirs about residents and outstanding citizens in her community, which were shared for a number of years in her community's news publication.
Much of her writing inspiration is centered around her personal experiences within her home state of Arizona, where she resides with her husband and three grown children.
Her true calling is to inspire others through her narratives.
