This is our story. My strong, independent mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. This is about how our lives changed and how I personally changed to care for our needs. It tells of the various struggles that we faced along the way. The role of a child caring for an elderly parent will be happening more and more in the years to come. People are living longer and their chance of getting Alzheimer's disease increases the older they get. I wrote this book in hopes of helping other caregivers cope with the whole situation. Through the reading of my story, I hope you will find comfort, guidance, and an understanding of the journey you will be undertaking. Everyone needs to know what Alzheimer's disease is. It is so much more than just forgetting where you put your keys or forgetting someone's name. It's not just normal aging. The diagnosis of this disease is a death sentence. The world needs to become more aware of this horrible illness and what it encompasses.