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Product Description As an about-to-be first-time father, Ted Yang felt he had it all: married to the love of his life, a fulfilling and lucrative career, and an instant family with triplets on the way.It all changed in the blink of an eye with premature birth, a death, and years-long struggle to keep a child alive. Born at 24 weeks, the tiny Yang Triplets had the odds stacked against them.How far does a father go hear his daughter laugh? As far as it takes.A story of hope, Ted shares his fight, his fears, and how the experience of fatherhood redefined him, personally and professionally. This is a story of a family, Ted and Christine Yang’s family, thriving in spite of obstacles and setbacks. Review "Ted and his family are testament to the resolve of the human spirit and its capacity to heal through love. They have endured heartbreaking loss but have managed to persevere and still find meaning and beauty in their lives. It comes as no surprise that Ted is not only an incredible father, but also an incredible leader and entrepreneur." - Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss, Bitcoin Billionaires "They say that 'Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans.' The Yangs are a most remarkable family who have certainly been busy with life. Their compelling story, uniquely told from a father's perspective, reminds us all that family and love are the greatest gifts." - Fiona Herbert, Countess of Carnarvon, author of the New York Times bestseller, Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey "At its core, Table for Five is a lesson in courage. It expands the notion of what human beings are capable of accomplishing. The book is not just about this remarkable family. It's about you, the reader, as you start to redefine your sense of the vastness and power of love, and the wonder of the human spirit." - Peter Georgescu, Chairman Emeritus, Young & Rubicam, author of The Constant Choice and Capitalists Arise! "Ted Yang and his wife were looking forward to children. Life sent them tragedy, crisis, and wisdom. The terrifying saga of their triplets will inspire all parents of challenged children. A brave, sad, and finally happy story, briskly and sensitively told. " - Jane Bryant Quinn, bestselling author of How to Make Your Money Last: the Indispensable Retirement Guide and Carll Tucker author of The Bear Went Over the Mountain "Table for Five is a moving account of one man's family. It is an insightful, informative, and a tribute to the indomitable human spirit. It is a compelling and inspiring read." - Marsha Chandler, former COO Salk Institute and former Senior Vice Chancellor University of California at San Diego As the adage goes, "You can only be as happy as your unhappiest child." With that as the emotional backdrop for Table for Five, Ted navigates the unparalleled challenges of parenting triplets born prematurely. Ted makes the conscious choice to downshift from the fast lane of an elite, MIT grad, to a devoted, compassionate father - to a life challenge that's mostly out of his control. How he and wife Christine manage the heartbreaks and joys of this journey is not only deeply educational for all parents, but also a heartwarming inspiration for all readers. - A.J. Gundell, 13-time Emmy Winning Composer From the Back Cover Each year in the United States, 1 child out of 10--that's almost 400,000 children--is born before 37 weeks and faces daunting challenges to survive. Table for Five: A Father's Story of Life, Love, and Loss tells the account of triplet micro-preemies born on the edge of survivability. As an about-to-be first-time father, Ted Yang felt he had it all: married to the love of his life, a fulfilling and lucrative career, and an instant family with triplets on the way. It all changed in the blink of an eye with premature birth, a death, and years-long struggle to keep a child alive. Born at 24 weeks, the tiny Yang Triplets had the odds stacked against them. How far does a