When Love Takes the Front Seat on the Roller Coaster of Life
In a world where headlines often focus on the glossy aspects of a wedding, Eugene Wee, the founder of Radion International in Thailand, reminds us that true beauty shines from within. His experience this September — a mixture of heartbreak, bravery, and unwavering faith — turned a tragic story into a testament of human resilience.
Early Signs of Trouble
- While six months pregnant, the couple learned their unborn child had severe chromosomal issues.
- Diagnosed with Trisomy 18 (also known as Edward’s Syndrome) — a rare condition seen in about one in 6,000 pregnancies.
- Experts warned that the baby would face multiple physical deformities and a likely need for early delivery.
Facing the Unthinkable
In a heartfelt post, Eugene shared how both he and his wife didn’t think they looked good in their public posts. “At our age, we know that physical looks fade; faith, conviction, and love endure,” he wrote.
When the news hit, the couple — both 37 — felt a crushing blow. They had just united last year and were expecting their first child.
The Ultrasound Diary
Rather than staring into the void, Puu Kanokrat spent four hours watching the ultrasound, letting a group of medical students see each heartbeat, each misformed limb, each missing organ. Equipped with a heavy heart, she held on, allowing the youth to learn, even as her own child’s story unfolded.
“She heard them dissect her child’s brain, heart, arms, face— all in a surgical, academic tone,” Eugene recounted. The room became a living classroom, and the lessons were hard‑to‑swallow.
When Science Overlaps with Compassion
After the scan, faculty officials pushed for the foetus to remain for future research. This request sent the couple into a long, painful delivery—all that followed were the 33 relentless hours of labor, ending with a stillborn baby placed quietly in a lab basket.
While the situation felt surreal, Puu’s silence shone louder than any words. Eugene praised her confidence, noting that “the mother’s love begins in the womb,” and that she chose to honor her child’s existence by delivering organs that might save other lives.
What The World Thought
- More than 700 people commented on Eugene’s tribute, celebrating the couple’s courage.
- 5,000 shares spread the message, turning a very private moment into a global reminder of love’s power.
- His wife was dubbed a “hero,” and Eugene thanked her as an inspiration— “to embark on this journey to make a difference.”
A Snapshot From Across the Sea
Last year, a U.S. mother also faced a similar decision for a girl born with a critical birth defect. Like Puu, she chose to carry the child full term, hoping for post‑mortem organ donation. Unfortunately, she too lost the baby at 37 weeks.
Both stories highlight an uncomfortable truth: Mother love is a stubborn, stubborn force that doesn’t shy away from hard decisions.
The Sound of Endurance
You can read the original Facebook posts for deeper insight, but above distills the emotional core: two people and their unborn child, measured by a few numbers and a few hours. The rest? A spectacular, sleepless, and spirited marriage of compassion, science, and faith.
