Leaving Crazy Behind will take you on a gripping expedition through the personal journey as a caregiver documented by a journal that started out of frustration. First, for the author's father who was diagnosed with Esophageal cancer until his death. Then, for the author's mother, who lived most of her life with mental illness and finally Alzheimer’s Disease. You are invited to join the journey that takes you down a jagged path with sadness, some laughter, and great healing. It is the author's hope that you will learn from their mistakes and somehow emerge through problems head on with amazing strength. The author is a mother, daughter, writer, radio host, animal rescuer, and cancer survivor. This book is meant to help you survive the gritty road as a caregiver, perhaps losing a few toxic passengers on the way, but know that once the darkness passes there is great light and hope. You will flourish. God will never leave your side.