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I'll Be Seeing You: A Memoir

Name: I'll Be Seeing You: A Memoir
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Book Synopsis: The beloved New York Times bestselling author tells the poignant love story of caring for her parents in their final years in this beautifully written memoir.

“I'll Be Seeing You moved me and broadened my understanding of the human condition.”—Wally Lamb, author of I Know This Much Is True

Elizabeth Berg’s father was an Army veteran who was a tough man in every way but one: He showed a great deal of love and tenderness to his wife. Berg describes her parents’ marriage as a romance that lasted for nearly seventy years; she grew up watching her father kiss her mother upon leaving home, and kiss her again the instant he came back. His idea of when he should spend time away from her was never.

But then Berg’s father developed Alzheimer’s disease, and her parents were forced to leave the home they loved and move into a facility that could offer them help. It was time for the couple’s children to offer, to the best of their abilities, practical advice, emotional support, and direction—to, in effect, parent the people who had for so long parented them. It was a hard transition, mitigated at least by flashes of humor and joy. The mix of emotions on everyone’s part could make every day feel like walking through a minefield. Then came redemption.

I'll Be Seeing You charts the passage from the anguish of loss to the understanding that even in the most fractious times, love can heal, transform, and lead to graceful—and grateful—acceptance.

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Discover the heartfelt memoir that has captivated readers worldwide - "I'll Be Seeing You" by acclaimed author Elizabeth Berg. This New York Times bestselling book will take you on an emotional journey as Berg shares the poignant love story of caring for her parents in their final years.

Experience the raw and tender portrayal of Berg's father, an Army veteran who embodied strength and toughness, yet showed an extraordinary amount of love and tenderness towards his wife. Witness their enduring romance that lasted for nearly seventy years, a love that was evident in every kiss exchanged when he left and returned home.

However, everything changed when Berg's father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. Forced to leave the comfort of their home, her parents were now dependent on others for care. As their children, it fell upon Berg and her siblings to provide practical advice, emotional support, and direction - to become the parents to those who had always been their rock.

Experience the rollercoaster of emotions, from heartache to joy, as Berg navigates the complexities of her parents' twilight years. Each day becomes a struggle, filled with unexpected challenges and moments of laughter. "I'll Be Seeing You" beautifully portrays the delicate balance between love, loss, and the strength of family bonds.

This inspiring memoir ultimately reveals that even in the most difficult of times, love has the power to heal, transform, and lead to acceptance. Join Elizabeth Berg on this incredible journey and find solace in the realization that love is the ultimate redeemer.

Don't miss out on this life-affirming tale. Experience the captivating story that has touched the hearts of readers and critics alike. Grab your copy of "I'll Be Seeing You" now.

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