Life is a string of decisions, both large and small, that together work to make up our hours, days, weeks, months, and, eventually, years. Each day we decide what time we crawl out of bed, who we spend our time with, and whether or not we pursue a life change.
But what if this privilege began to dissolve, bit by bit? What if each decision we make leads us deeper into a maze that reduces our rights and choices...and hope? This is a glimpse into the lives of those who are diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, and this collection of stories dives into that maze with the patients and their families and loved ones. Each piece is layered with love, regret, happiness, grief, and acceptance; and each expresses the complicated situation of ageing as well as caring for one who is growing old.
However, inspiration is waiting around every corner in the form of God's love, compassion, and promise of eternal life in heaven. Laugh and cry along with the people who depict the truth that so many know. And find hope, as you hold your loved one's hand and carefully consider the next decision that must be made.
About the Author: Gwendolyn Taitt Relf is a writer, photographer, philanthropist, and community organizer. Through sponsorship for the education and welfare of female victims of violence, famine, and displacement, she has provided strength amid uncertainty for many women around the world. She is also a contributor to We Support You, an anthology of letters to those serving in the armed forces.
As a motivational speaker and publicist, Relf continues to pursue her lifelong passion for motivating people to live with vision and purpose. She serves on multiple not-for-profit boards, founded a prayer blog, and launched the rapidly growing Friends of Jesus prayer network, which currently has over 127,000 members.
