Thursday, August 30, 2018

A Caregiver’s Story of Her Dying Mother


The family was shocked when their mother was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis after years of trying to get a diagnosis. Lannette, a wife, mother, and school nurse, had many responsibilities, but with the support of her husband and children, she decided it was more important to become her mother’s caregiver at the end of her life.

Not everyone has the desire or requisite skills to be a caregiver, but for Lannette and her mother something magical happened. Childhood memories resurfaced, experiences were shared, and Lannette took time to look at the world through new eyes. This is a beautiful story told with great sensitivity by the author.

This book is well written. The prose is simple and clear and doesn’t distract from the story being told. If you have cared for a loved one, or may be in the position to decide to take on that responsibility, I highly recommend this book. Even if caring for someone seems years in the future, you can learn a great deal from Lannette’s experience.

I received this book from PR by the book for this review.

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