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Endorsements
The book arrived on Jan. 4th. I had ordered it on Dec. 18th. I'veHi friends, Bonnie is
a good friend of mine. l have read her book. I believe anyone who knows a
family suffering Alzheimer’s this would be helpful. Bonnie has given
many wonderful gifts to the children of Africa in honor of her sister.
-Bev
Congratulations! Wishing
you much success with the book. I know you'll
be able to help families with it.
-Carolyn Lee
Good luck on the sales.
Today I forwarded your announcement to several friends, to let them know of
my recommendations and why they should buy your book. I hope your book inspires
many, as it did me.
-Sara
“Your book is a wonderful
tribute to Barbara’s life. It is filled with poignant moments of her
life, her disease and your job as her caregiver. It made me laugh and cry
as I got to see and feel first hand some of the challenges and triumphs you
faced. You provided valuable tips for other caregivers to use throughout their
journey with Alzheimer’s. Thank you for allowing me to read your story.”
-Gina Kaulukukui, Bereavement Care Coordinator, Kauai Hospice
“Taking Care of Barbara
is an inspirational resource book for anyone living in the world of Alzheimer’s.
There are clear and concise caregiver tips and references in dealing with
the everyday struggles that come with the progression of the disease. What
a gift to know and be able to anticipate the needs of our loved one when they
may not be able to communicate them. Most importantly, this book is a celebration
of family and the relationship between the caregiver and the patient. It lifts
the caregiver above the everyday struggles and reminds us of where to find
the strength and joy in the frequent frustrations of the day. It inspires
us to love beyond the external happenings and shows us there lies a deeper
and greater gain that will enrich our spirit. The world of Alzheimer’s
may feel overwhelming but this book encourages caretakers to get out of bed,
put their feet on the floor and face the day with renewed strength and purpose.”
-Kelly Cason Hunter, Hospice Volunteer, Pediatric Nurse
I just finished your book.
I laughed and I cried - and everything in between. Thank you for sharing your
heroic journey.
-Michelle
Congratulations on the
release of your book Bonnie!
I'm sure that your insights will be of great value
both to those who choose to work with Alzheimer patients,
and those who are called upon to serve in circumstances similar to yours with
Barbara
-Richard
Hi Bonnie Jean,
I wanted to tell you that my Mom passed over this week. It has been quite
the journey that we made together, now we are both traveling and still moving
forward on our own. I have such mixed feelings,sorrow, relief, joy, loneliness,all
of which I am sure you are familiar with. It was her lung disease that shut
her physical body down in the end. There were
times in the last few months where I thought her Alzheimers was leaping in
front of her emphysema as she became more forgetful and confused and just
not operating in 'real time'. It wasn't until Hospice came in and the docs
told me it was probably all related to her emphysema as what was happening
was her carbon dioxide was building because she wasn't able to
breathe it off effectively. The symptoms of high CO2 are confusion, dizziness
and sleepiness all of which had been increasing. I am happy to say that she
lived with me since October and we did have the opportunity
to share some great times together. There was much laughter and just sweet
times where I could simply care for her and she for me. It gave her more time
with the boys which I'm convinced prolonged her life as she loved them so
much. I read your book again thru these last months and just want you to know
how it truly gave me strength to continue on days when it was hard. You were
right there beside me many a day! Please know I love you and
am so grateful for all that you have brought to my life.
-Kelly Cason Hunter, Hospice Volunteer, Pediatric Nurse
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