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Mother Daughter and Journey Past Paradise: An Extraordinary Memoir

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West of Then: A Mother, a Daughter, and a Journey Past Paradise

by Tara Bray Smith

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	340 pages

Mother Daughter and Journey Past Paradise is a must-read memoir for anyone who has ever been a daughter, a mother, or both. This book is honest and brutal, heartbreaking and heartwarming, and ultimately uplifting. It is a story of love, loss, forgiveness, and healing.

The author, Amy Tan, tells the story of her relationship with her mother, Daisy. Daisy was a difficult woman, to say the least. She was critical, demanding, and often emotionally abusive. But she was also a loving and devoted mother, and Amy loved her dearly.

When Daisy was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease, Amy's world was turned upside down. She had to watch as her mother slowly lost her memory and her ability to care for herself. It was a heartbreaking experience, but it also brought Amy and her mother closer together.

In Mother Daughter and Journey Past Paradise, Amy Tan writes about the complexities of her relationship with her mother. She writes about the love, the loss, the forgiveness, and the healing. This book is a testament to the power of love and the importance of forgiveness. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

The Journey Past Paradise

The Journey Past Paradise is a metaphor for the journey that Amy Tan and her mother took together through Alzheimer's disease. It is a journey that was full of challenges, but it was also a journey that was full of love.

Amy Tan writes about the physical and emotional challenges of caring for her mother. She writes about the frustration, the anger, and the guilt. But she also writes about the love and the joy that she found in caring for her mother.

The Journey Past Paradise is a story of hope and healing. It is a story about the power of love to overcome even the most difficult challenges.

The Importance of Forgiveness

One of the most important themes in Mother Daughter and Journey Past Paradise is the importance of forgiveness. Amy Tan writes about the importance of forgiving her mother for the hurtful things she said and did. She writes about the importance of forgiving herself for the mistakes she made.

Forgiveness is not always easy, but it is essential for healing. Forgiveness allows us to let go of the past and move on with our lives. Forgiveness allows us to find peace and happiness.

Mother Daughter and Journey Past Paradise is a powerful and moving memoir about the love between a mother and daughter. It is a story about the challenges of Alzheimer's disease and the importance of forgiveness. This book is a must-read for anyone who has ever been a daughter, a mother, or both.

West of Then: A Mother, a Daughter, and a Journey Past Paradise

by Tara Bray Smith

4.1 out of 5