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Product Description “Mr. Carlin. You have Alzheimer’s disease.”Almost six million people in the U.S. are suffering with Alzheimer’s disease. As a child, spouse, loved one, or care-giver, you see them deteriorate into a shell of their former self. As their mind weakens, your heart breaks. But there’s strength and hope to be found in the experiences of others. You will find yourself in the details of this family’s journey.In 2013, Ronald Carlin stepped onto the battlefield when his enemy was named. His wife, Donna, and his daughters, Denise and Julie were by his side. Armed with faith, love, and a desire to live, they locked hands and hearts and fought together. About the Author Denise Carlin LeBlanc, the oldest of Ronnie Carlin's two daughters, was born and raised in Southeast Texas. Her heart's desire is to honor her father and to show who he was before and throughout his battle with this terrible disease. She also understands the value of faith, community and kindred-spirits in times of struggle. Denise is the Chief Financial Officer for a Community Behavioral Health Center providing mental health, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities services. Denise LeBlanc was Shug to her Dad. She is Sweet Pea to her Mom. She is Mom to her daughter, Lauren and step-Mom to her two boys, Logan and Dylan. She is Maw Maw to her precious grandbabies, Connor and Stella. She's Dee to her sister, Julie and she is Darlin' to her always loving and supportive husband, Doug.