It Hurts to Watch You Leave Adventure Journal

Imagine feeling more connected to your loved one even as they seem further away. Picture feeling certain your loved one feels your love, even when they are unable to respond.

What would it be like to understand the terror of losing your identity? To be able to confidently provide the best experience for your loved one as they navigate this difficult path?

Inside my It Hurts to Watch You Leave Adventure Journal, I grant you permission to be vulnerable and explore your feelings without judgement. I give you the keys of music, art, and reflection to help unlock the power of introspection that already resides within you.

Experience the warmth of connecting more deeply with your loved one as you adventure through the most difficult time in their life together
Discover ways to make your loved one’s dementia experience less frightening, less overwhelming, and more fun
Connect with your loved one in ways you didn’t or maybe even couldn’t before

Allow this journal to help you connect more deeply with yourself, your family, and your loved one with dementia.

Improve your relationship with your loved one. I empower you to take the keys of music, art, and reflection and unlock the power of introspection to help you connect more deeply.

This beautiful adventure journal features hand-curated songs that speak to the story of losing someone to dementia, paired with original colouring pages designed to soothe anxiety and bring quiet joy, and thoughtful journal prompts to help you process emotions, connect with your loved one, and be present for your family members.

Growing up the eldest son of a preacher (a PK, or Preacher’s Kid), I spent a lot of time following my dad to nursing homes and hospitals. I watched family members visit their loved one less and less because it was difficult, and I saw the toll that took on the person slowly losing their world. I saw dementia patients left sitting in a wheelchair staring at a blank wall for hours, their nurses convinced there wasn't anyone inside.

I also saw the way these people lit up when they heard my dad and I perform their favourite hymns. Some folks who dozed all week in their chairs came to life upon hearing a beloved tune from their childhood. They would clap and sing along; even when they couldn't remember their loved ones' faces anymore, they could often still remember their favourite songs.

In this Adventure Journal, I provide you with a judgment-free space to grieve freely, love fully, and remember joyfully. I offer suggestions on ways to connect with your loved one and make their journey less scary, while providing you with self-care resources to help you be present for them. Combining the powers of music, art, and reflection, this journal is made for when life doesn’t feel fair.