A Special Friend

On March 2, 2016 I received a text from a retired firefighter who had worked at Chelan County Fire District # 1 with my son Mark. He knew that I had written, Matt's Last Call:Surviving Our Protectors and wanted to meet with me since he was writing a book on Alzheimer's. We met over coffee several times. He shared his story with me about his beautiful wife who had Dementia/Alzheimer. As he shared his story I immediately knew writing a book was the answer to so many questions and thoughts about this tragic disease. I learned so much that I didn't know or even understand. People make snide remarks about those who have dementia or Alzheimer's that are rude and demeaning. NO one wants to live this life. Just listening to Cary I learned so much and could hardly wait until our next meeting and what more could I learn. He shared the chapters with me as they were completed. A ghostwriter is putting together the book with information he provided her. He was interested in the publishing aspect which is where I come into the picture. I gave him a couple of books on agents and publishing companies. I didn't see him for awhile as I had trainings, speaking events and book signings. However, we were texting. Unfortunately, he became ill and informed me that he was in hospice and it wouldn't be long.  "I am ok with it." was his response when he contacted me. The next day I learned he had died. A good Christian man whose goal was to help others is now with our Lord and Savior. His ghost writer will complete the book and I will help in anyway I can.