Before My Eyes

Imagine the heart-wrenching devastation
that is experienced by a family when a parent is diagnosed
with Alzheimer's disease! In Before My Eyes, author Diane
Currie shares her candid and personal reflections about her
mother's struggle with this disease as she copes with the
reality of the present but always honors the memory of the
past. Through a series of moving vignettes, she remains
connected with her mother in a creative way as the strong
bond between them slowly dissolves as the disease
progresses. From the first moment of her mother's diagnosis,
Currie conveys in a captivating manner the intense feelings
of loss and hopelessness one experiences when dealing with
this dreadful disease. She is able to portray the subtle
changes in her mother's behavior and personality throughout
her decline, all in a deeply human way. While Before My Eyes
describes one family's touching and painful journey, in
essence Currie's reflective account may typify the
Alzheimer's experience, while offering support and
validation to all those who walk its arduous path.