Monthly Archives: May 2008

Behind The Mask Book Signing

Posted on May 30, 2008 by admin

I handed out some adopt a caregiver mission statements today at a book signing. People genuinely liked the idea and I hope that everyone who took my flyer will give serious thought to adopting a caregiver. If anyone has questions … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , | 1 Comment

Mission Statement

Posted on May 26, 2008 by admin

Adopt a caregiver mission statement: The most important things in my life are my family and friends; my passion for writing, reading, and knitting; and my self respect. My book, Behind The Mask, a caregiver’s secret journal shows the complete … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , | 2 Comments

I Adopted A Caregiver

Posted on May 19, 2008 by admin

Behind The Mask, my secret journal, reminded me of the purpose of my book. I want everyone to adopt a caregiver. (My book is available from me or from Amazon.com.It shows what a new caregiver is feeling and going through.) … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | 2 Comments

Midwest Book Review for May

Posted on May 14, 2008 by admin

Wednesday, May 14, 2008 I just received a copy of the Midwest Book Review for May about my book, Behind The Mask. It states: “True stories are the best stories. They teach us what people can go through, how they … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , | 1 Comment

Back from California

Posted on May 14, 2008 by admin

I’m back home after spending Mother’s Day weekend in California with my children and grandchildren. We had a very special time, seeing everyone, enjoying family dinners, one of which my granddaughter Allison did on Mother’s Day. I have to finish … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

My secret journal, Behind The Mask

Posted on May 8, 2008 by admin

Behind The Mask is the story of my caregiving life for the seven years my husband’s Alzheimer’s was kept a secret. This very personal, heartfelt journal contains the hopes and fears of my secret. When my husband Howard finally read … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 1 Comment

Behind The Mask

Posted on May 6, 2008 by admin

Behind The Mask, a caregiver’s secret journal explains how a new caregiver feels. My book was writen when my husband Howard was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s Disease in 1993 and the Alzheimer’s Association insisted we keep it a secret, since Howard … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Nobody adopted me

Posted on May 3, 2008 by admin

Where were you when I had no one to talk to, when I needed to vent, when I needed a shoulder to cry on? Where were you when I tried to smile and couldn’t? Where were you when I was … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment