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Feeding My Mother

Comfort and Laughter in the Kitchen as My Mom Lives With Memory Loss
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Jan 01, 2024codylove rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I recommend this book for anyone who has a friend or family member with dementia or Alzheimer's. Jann shares her ups and downs, feelings of helplessness and frustration, together with humour and love, as her mother's ability to cope…
Jan 02, 2021
Thank you to Jann for expressing so much personal pain, joy & humour. Living with a family member who also has Alzheimer's - I shared some of her same experiences. I didn't find the recipes all that helpful, because most required too much…
Mar 16, 2020Dolphinbay rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
excellent read, Jann personalized her book and gave you insight on Alzheimers in her own way
Aug 24, 2019writermala rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This is perhaps the most poignant book I have read in a long time. Jann Arden has shared the story of her parenting her parents when they become dependent on her. What defines the book is not the grief and despair rather it is the humour…
Apr 27, 2019Dolly9433 rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
The book itself identifies and endures Jann with both of her parents; then in the latter half focuses/emphasizes her relationship highs and lows with her mother primarily. However, after seeing her televised mini-series, one time, gave me…
Feb 15, 2019
The format presented an easy read - for some maybe. Jann Arden expressed every emotion I'm now experiencing ,,, that made it a somewhat difficult read (hence I had to request a renewal) but Jann affirmed I'm not alone. You, too, are…
Feb 11, 2019motocaab rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Jann is a surprisingly good writer and observer of human nature. This book is genuine and intimate. Recommended to my sisters. Highly recommend. My previous exposure to Jann Arden was through a couple of episodes on Rick Mercer Report;…
Aug 13, 2018imaryg rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
It was a cute little book, a very, easy, quick read. Interesting book format with her recipes sprinkled in based on cooking for her parents. It expresses very honestly, the angst that often beleaguers those who have parents suffering…
Jul 30, 2018SCL_AdultSummerGame rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Practical, like her mom, Jann's heart-melting memoir about her experiences living with and caring for her parents as they age and forget; provides a guide to us on how to live the experience with patience and kindness. JS
May 13, 2018movar rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
It's informative, funny, personnal and heart breaking. It would help and cheer anyone who is going through this type of trip with a parent or a mate. Jann's mother is a lucky woman and Jann is lucky daughter to have been brought by this…
Apr 30, 2018
Was not sure what to expect heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time. Not intended to be a how to just a what is or was. Highly recommended
Mar 16, 2018posmith rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
The book is very easy to read. Jann is a good writer. I am pleasantly surprised how inspiring the book is. "It's just life being life and you've gotta embrace it all with your heart pounding away on your sleeve and a smile on your…
Mar 10, 2018Butterfly121761 rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
It was a good read but I honestly was a bit disappointed. Far from the most memorable book on this topic
Feb 27, 2018firefly5 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I loved this book. Laughter and tears and so much strength and determination from Jann and her parents. I feel as though I have had a personal visit with Jann Arden and her mom and dad. This book is so well done, with the pictures, the…
Feb 22, 2018telger rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Another Arden masterpiece! Arden not only feeds her mother but feeds all the senses of her readers! This book is beautiful- wild Alberta landscapes, honest and soulful wisdom, simple yet yummy recipes!
Feb 14, 2018ownedbydoxies rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful, loving, compassionate, heart-breaking.... complete with some really easy and delicious recipes.... the story of Jann's parents as they face dementia. Very highly recommended.
Jan 31, 2018DPLchandra rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Beautiful combination of memoir and cookbook from one of my favourite singers. This book had me alternately fighting back tears of sadness and laughter. Highly recommended.
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Jan 10, 2018Ponto1 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
As the author suggests, every journey with dimentia is unique. However Ms Arden's honest and at times heart breaking account of her experience with her mother's journey will resonate with many.
Nov 21, 2017
The heartbreaking journey of the dementia caregiver.