Introduction
I am the eldest of three daughters, born and raised in Southern California. I have the privilege of inheriting a lineage of God-fearing relatives, some ministers of the Gospel. Walt and I met in Costa Mesa, California while attending college and were married in 1989. We have four children, four beautiful granddaughters, and a wonderful grandson born February 14, 2022.
Our family’s journey took us from the coastal region to the inland areas, up to the high desert, and then back to the coastal area of Newport Beach, California. Sometimes I wondered if this experience was similar to Abraham’s journey mentioned in the Holy Bible. As our boys grew and left our home, Walt and I were becoming empty nesters, having only Teagan, our youngest child and only daughter with us. Challenges were confronting us to move during Teagan’s freshman year of high school, so Walt and I decided to return to Costa Mesa/Newport Beach. We recognized Teagan spent most of her life in the high desert. Although it was familiar to her, we discussed our plans to move, and she agreed and was excited to make new friends at a new school and live by the beach. We wanted to give our daughter a better life with more opportunities.
Unfortunately, the challenges we were confronted with followed us to Newport Beach, which made our move and living arrangements unpleasant. The hope we had for Teagan, for her to enjoy the remaining years of high school was somber. Not having all the members of her family together under one roof made this season more difficult and lonelier for our daughter. Nonetheless, Walt and I continued to encourage her, love her, and keep her close to us.
Teagan successfully graduated from high school. Amidst the hardships endured, she overcame them by learning to depend on God and was well on her way to a new chapter in life. Just when we thought the new chapter in our lives was going to be promising, the devastation hit.
This is my story of what our family endured, how we overcame circumstances, and how we came to forgive.
I hope you will see and be blessed.
—Janette
“O taste and see that the LORD is good:
Blessed is the man that trusteth in him.” Psalm 34:8 (KJV)
Jan Phares
“Teagan’s Heart” is an excellent read — for non-Christians and Christians alike—describing a family’s devastating tragedy and how God’s love sustained them. Throughout the story, it is evident God guided and comforted the Wehrmanns through His divine miracles, grace, and love. The descriptions in this book are detailed and heartbreaking but at the same time, the reader will be in absolute awe of the messages God sent in response! Janette’s book reminds us God’s mercy and forgiveness are always available now and forevermore.
Mark
Thanks for your blog, nice to read. Do not stop.
Cindy Ramirez
Oh Janette,
I couldn’t put your story of Teagan’s Heart down until I finished it…. Your words and compassion of a mother’s, father’s, and brother’s loss and sincere strength from God touched my heart and being. :pray:
I hold your love of Teagan through the eyes of our Lord close to me. I want to help and support your passion for others wholeheartedly.
I feel your love and compassion within my entire being. I remember our conversation when we first met. I will never forget and have truly missed seeing you both.
Many blessings to you Walt and sons.
Always Always,
Cindy
Doug Muncy
Janette…..Teagan’s Heart is a great read and I am sure has and will help many get through a devastating time such as you and Walt went through. And it will bring many to our Lord! God has blessed you with a talent to convey His message through your sharing Teagan’s story.