Silence & Light

What if the hardest parts of your journey could also be the most transformative?

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In Silence and Light, Lanya Lynn Elsa, PhD (formerly Lanya McKittrick), shares an unforgettable memoir of motherhood, advocacy, and insight born from faith, grief, and resilience. When her sons were diagnosed with Usher syndrome—the leading genetic cause of deafblindness—Lanya found herself thrust into a world filled with uncertainty, heartbreak, and unwavering love.

 

Through this poignant journey, you will discover:

• The raw emotional arc of navigating dual diagnoses: deafness, vision loss, and grief.

• The fierce advocacy needed to navigate special education systems and redefine hope.

• The grounding power of vulnerability and storytelling to heal and inspire.

• Practical insights on building a supportive community and pursuing systemic change.

• The healing that comes when love and resilience meet, even in the darkest moments.

Lanya’s story isn’t just a testimony of endurance—it’s a celebration of finding purpose amid disruption. Her journey—from navigating a rare disease to achieving triumphant breakthroughs—shows how vulnerability became her greatest strength, and how advocating for her children sparked a movement toward justice and belonging.

Readers will close this book not just moved, but emboldened—ready to face their own unknowns with courage and compassion. If you’ve ever wondered where true strength is born, Silence and Light reveals a path toward healing, advocacy, and the extraordinary light we carry forward, even when everything feels silent.

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Available Now at Amazon and Barnes and Noble! ​​

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