National Right to Life
DeQuinton Osborne’s mom had one rule for him before he joined the NFL: get a college degree. Dorothy Osborne knows first hand the hard knocks life can throw at a person — football star or not — and she has remained determined that the son she chose life for, whom she dubs “a miracle,” will be prepared.
At age 36, Dorothy has persevered through more than most will encounter in a full lifetime. She was raped as a young fourth grader, practically homeless as a middle schooler, exposed to parents who were addicted to cocaine, and then, at age 12, Dorothy became pregnant with DeQuinton, whom she gave birth to after her 13th birthday.
She explained to The Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
Dorothy’s faith and determination have guided her son, and both are standout examples of what it means to embrace life, no matter the cost. Dorothy explains that, when a school physical exam revealed she was pregnant, the school officials and social workers rallied around her.
At age 36, Dorothy has persevered through more than most will encounter in a full lifetime. She was raped as a young fourth grader, practically homeless as a middle schooler, exposed to parents who were addicted to cocaine, and then, at age 12, Dorothy became pregnant with DeQuinton, whom she gave birth to after her 13th birthday.
She explained to The Fort Worth Star-Telegram:
“I had those ‘Why me?’ questions. Now, I’m a Christian and I have faith, and everything does happen for a reason.”Today, her son proudly appears in social media and the news alongside his mother. He wrote, “I love my mother. She my heart, glad I could see her smile. …”
Dorothy’s faith and determination have guided her son, and both are standout examples of what it means to embrace life, no matter the cost. Dorothy explains that, when a school physical exam revealed she was pregnant, the school officials and social workers rallied around her.
She had “doctors, counselors and state employees” who came to her side, making it easier for her to choose life. Since she was so young, these professionals sought to find out what had really happened to Dorothy and to provide her with as much aid and support as possible.
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Pregnant, need help or know someone who does?
National Hotline: Call 1-800-712-HELP or Text 'HELPLINE' to 313131.
In Southeast Penna: Call the Community Women's Center at 215-826-8090
If you or someone you know is suffering after abortion, confidential non-judgmental help is available. Call Project Rachel's national toll-free number 888-456-HOPE (4673) or visit hopeafterabortion.org.
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