Monthly Archives: May 2008

Behind The Mask Book Signing

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

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Mission Statement

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

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I Adopted A Caregiver

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

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Midwest Book Review for May

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

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Back from California

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

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My secret journal, Behind The Mask

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

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Behind The Mask

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

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Nobody adopted me

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

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