J Smiles lets listeners meet one of her main crew members, one her biggest supporters on her journey as a caregiver, Christine Beatty. Their bond started as members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at Howard University almost thirty years ago. Christine gives her special account of Zetty and Jaigee before and since Alzheimer's disease. She retraces humorous, touching and thoughtful moments with care. She makes observations that are spot on and startling to J Smiles. Ultimately, J uncovers a few new areas of growth and clarifies past pains.

Christine was physically present for the major tragedies with both of J Smiles' parents. Her stories are vivid, funny and heart wrenching. It is amazing to hear the ebb and flow.

The intangible price of caregiving is discussed. J Smiles even admits to a spiritual confusion that Alzheimer's poses during prayer.

This episode is a woven, delicate, rich, colorful, layered tapaesrty laced with heavy and humorous jewels. What is most evident is the power of friendship and the importance of J's crew.

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