Lisa R. Hirsch

I enjoyed how the author focuses on the relationship and not her mother's behavior. Although she is frustrated and hurt when her mother can't remember things, she has good days and bad days. It is a story of love, courage and faithfulness. Lisa chooses to find joy in everything, even in the saddest of times. The book is excerpts from a blog that she has written and has several short experiences as well as posts from people from all over the world who support her and relate to her experiences.

Lisa Hirsch touches our hearts with this book about her relationship with her Mom who has Alzheimer's Disease. Those of us with a loved one with dementia of any type can identify with the physical and emotional upheaval this disease causes, and Lisa's candid reflections on her Mom's good days, bad days, laughter, tears, and fears helps each of us in a nearby place to cope a little bit better. Knowing that others help and identify releases some of our anxiety. Joining our voices via blogging, show more as Lisa does, helps us to walk forward. Thanks, Lisa.

Lisa's blog: mommyhero.blogspot.com show less

Lisa Hirsch touches our hearts with this book about her relationship with her Mom who has Alzheimer's Disease. Those of us with a loved one with dementia of any type can identify with the physical and emotional upheaval this disease causes, and Lisa's candid reflections on her Mom's good days, bad days, laughter, tears, and fears helps each of us in a nearby place to cope a little bit better. Knowing that others help and identify releases some of our anxiety. Joining our voices via blogging, show more as Lisa does, helps us to walk forward. Thanks, Lisa.

Lisa's blog: mommyhero.blogspot.com show less

Lisa was always her Dad's girl. He showered her with affection and spoiled her. As a child Lisa had a poor relationship with her mom. She'd built up resentments toward her, but things changed when her mother was diagnosed with the dreaded disease, Alzheimer's. A horrible disease, Alzheimer's can destroy a lifetime of memories. It can be truly life changing. It was during this time that Lisa learned to love her mom unconditionally. Her mom had become a delight and an inspiration to her.

I was show more rather disappointed with this book. I found the posts written on the blog to be redundant and there was very little insight on the disease itself. There were some poignant moments, but overall it was lacking depth. I just never connected to the book, losing interest early on. My rating - 2 Stars.

From the book - I've often described her mind like a blank canvas. It is amazing that Alzheimer's can just remove one's life, as if it never existed. show less