A Walk in the Dark is a courageous and beautifully written book. Cindy leaves nothing to the imagination, as she held her father's hand and found her own helpful ways to breath during his painful journey home from Alzheimer. I believe this book will be most helpful for anyone waiting to say goodbye to someone they love, but in particular, those families suffering from Alzheimer. Cindy was so brave to allow herself to be raw and open with us as she shared her personal beliefs through this journey and how they helped to balance and strengthen her when she was experiencing angry, confusion, fear and even peace. I found it easier to read this book as I anticipated his final breath because she had the courage to share how she was getting through her darkest moments,
The courage it took for Cindy to trust and accept the ways in which she was growing spiritually is something for all of us to consider. I've always believed that things happen for a reason and the sole purpose for writing A Walk In The Dark confirms that. Cindy had to walk that walk totally in the dark, so others could consider a spiritual belief system as an option for stability and strength. Cindy, I believe your mother and father provided a loving and trusting environment for you to grow and I felt that in reading in your book. They must be so very proud that you had the courage to speak your truth in such a believable way and that you are providing an option for all of us to consider as we walk our walks. Reading this book, reminded me of how strong we are and how quick we are to believe that we are weak. You obviously found your strength and courage and healing when you walked your father and mother home on a very dark path. It was as though, I was able to take a breath as the reader, once you shared what helped you to take your next breath.
Great job and thank you for showing us that we don't have to know everything to walk with Grace, we just need to trust that we are strong enough to get there. A Walk in the Dark is a gift to us, but something in me keeps wanting to tell you, that it is what mom and dad needed as well. I feel like they can go play now because they know their job is done and you are just fine to carry on their legacy of love, laughter and kindness.

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the ugliest, most life-robbing, and demanding diseases out there !!
I’ve dealt with Alzheimer's first hand; my mother was diagnosed with late onset Alzheimer's and it turned her world and mine into chaos. You do not want to wish this disease on your worst enemy.
But - as they say “ it is what it is” - and it truly is a journey into a dark and scary world…. You do not want to walk it alone.
It was a absolute godsend and blessing when I meet and dealt with Cindy LaBuda first hand at a local Alzheimer Network support group. I know, in my heart and soul, that without my faith, Cindy's extensive expertise and the support groups’ “helping hands”, my “walk in the dark” would have been unbearably worse…. dealing with this disease, alone, is a caregivers worst nightmare.
The book “A Walk in the Dark- A personal account of the Alzheimer’s journey" is Cindy’s “been there - done that” selfless, personal dedication and devotion and the countless daily struggles she faced with her father’s Alzheimer's…. many of the same struggles you, as the caregiver, will face.
The Alzheimer's journey is not by any means easy - for your loved one or for you- it downright sucks; but having friends that listen, support groups & references like Cindy’s book ”A Walk in the Dark” can enable you to cope with the daily unknowns, let you know you’re not alone, and help you keep your chin up.
Godspeed to Cindy – Thank you for your book…it will certainly give insight and help to those who have to deal with Alzheimer’s … Sylvia F.