Because, people often ask the author why they choose to parent over 200 children.

Because, the parents filled their home with so much love that it spilled over to Jim and Carla. This is a story of how people who love each other, with a commitment to Jesus Christ, can extend their love to many others.

Because of the love affairs of these four people, unconditional love has been offered to many.

People often say things like, “You must be so patient” or “You must be a saint” but as per the author, she is neither of those things. The life that she and her husband chose is a direct result of her parents’ example of partnership and love, combined with their own commitment to love and partnership.