In a world where the demands of daily life can distract us from what truly matters, the act of caregiving becomes a profound opportunity to reconnect with our roots and honor those who have shaped us. In " Walking Each Other Home: A Caregiver's Journey of Grace ," author Ann-Marie Murrell guides you through a heartfelt exploration of caregiving as a transformative journey of love and gratitude. After both her parents were diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Ann-Marie kept a daily journal during her 5+ years of caregiving. Drawing from personal experiences and wisdom, this book offers compassionate insights and practical advice on navigating the complexities of caregiving. Whether you are caring for aging parents, facing the challenges of long-distance caregiving, or simply seeking to deepen your relationship with elderly loved ones, Walking Each Other provides a roadmap filled with empathy and understanding. Through practical application, poignant stories, reflective exercises, and sometimes dire warnings, you'll discover how caregiving can be a path to spiritual growth, resilience, and deepening family bonds. This book is not just about the practical aspects of caregiving; it's about honoring the legacy of your parents and embracing the sacredness of this season of life. In "Walking Each Other Home: A Caregiver's Journey Home," you'll learn: The emotional and spiritual dimensions of caregiving and how they enrich both the caregiver and the recipient. - Finding moments of joy amidst challenges. - How to navigate difficult decisions with clarity and compassion. - Ways to cultivate a supportive caregiving community and access resources for support. - Practical information about all types of elderly facilities, from prices to red flags Walking Each Other Home also looks at the faith-driven steps it took for Ann-Marie to leave her 'glamorous' life in California and move to East Texas to become a caregiver, while battling her own disease, Multiple Sclerosis. And in 2024, Ann-Marie was diagnosed with the two diseases that killed her mother: COPD and Early Onset Alzheimer’s. Only with God’s help was she able to cherish the home and family she once left behind by following the 5th Commandment: Honor thy Father and Mother, which she did until the end of both their lives. Whether you're a seasoned caregiver or embarking on this journey for the first time, " Walking Each Other Home " will inspire you to approach caregiving as an important and meaningful opportunity for personal growth and deep connection with those who matter most. Let this book be your companion as you navigate the profound terrain of honoring your parents through the gift of caregiving. "Ann-Marie wrote Walking Each Other Home: A Caregiver's Journey of Grace after both her parents were diagnosed with Alzheimer's and she was left to manage their lives. Her book offers practical advice along with personal stories that are sometimes funny, at times heartbreaking, and there are even a few miracles. I highly recommend." Kevin Sorb o , Filmmaker, Actor, Author "Walking Each Other Home offers firsthand advice about everything from early dementia detection to the various types of nursing facilities (along with red flags to watch out for). It's also a great reminder that in this life we're not promised another moment. So while we're still alert and able, it's important to get our own houses in order." Ambassador Mike Huckabee , Former Governor of Arkansas, Ambassador to Israel "In this heartbreaking, yet often funny, deeply insightful, and ultimately empowering book, Ann-Marie opens a very personal door, and invites us into the sacred journey of caring for our elderly loved ones. Part memoir, part 'field guide', this book gives us the reality of what to expect and the practical advice to navigate it all. Walking Each Other Home is a much-needed book in our self-centered culture. Ann-Marie's story of gracious self-sacrifice reminds us that true fulfillment is found...and real love is expressed...through action and care for those we love." Nancy Stafford, Actress ('Matlock', 'First Lady'), Director, Speaker, and Author "Facing the decline of our elderly loved ones is heartbreaking; doing so without the skills, knowledge, or training to make appropriate decisions and give them the care they deserve can be overwhelming. In her book Walking Each Other Home , Ann-Marie allows us a close-up and intimate look into her own personal journey to fulfill God's calling upon her life to honor her parents. She shares with us both His guidance and wisdom, but also the practical tips that one can only gain from experience. Wish this book had existed when I so desperately needed it." Rebecca Holden, Singer, Actress ('Knight Rider') Ann-Marie Murrell has worn many hats-author, editor, journalist, political commentator, and media producer. But when both of her parents were diagnosed with Alzheimer's, she stepped away from her Los Angeles life to become thei