This book was written in part to honor Grace Ruben as a profoundly
important person, but it was also born of a desire to share with others
who have loved ones with Alzheimer's disease what Connie Ruben
experienced as Grace's caregiver and friend. Connie wanted to capture
the emotions, the expected and unexpected issues, the painful times, as
well as the humorous and loving moments that she and Grace have shared
as a result of this disease. This book is not meant to be a handbook for
dealing with Alzheimer's disease, but Ms. Ruben hopes that by sharing
her feelings and experiences, readers may recognize that they are not
alone on this particular journey.