The Hope Chest - Viola Shipman
Category: General Fiction
Tags: General Fiction, Adults, Contemporary
Series: The Heirloom Novels Publisher: Macmillan Audio Release date: March 21, 2017 Duration: 08:58:16, Saugatuck, MI, springs to life in this nostalgic, gentle story of lifelong love along with the emotional support and care that families and friends can provide. Library Journal The discovery of one womans heirloom hope chest unveils precious memories and helps three people who have each lost a part of themselves find joy once again., Ever since she was diagnosed with ALS, fiercely independent Mattie doesnt feel like herself. She cant navigate her beloved home, she cant go for a boat ride, and she can barely even feed herself. Her devoted husband, Don, doesnt want to imagine life without his wife of nearly fifty years, but Mattie isnt likely to make it past their anniversary. But when Rose, Matties new caretaker, and her young daughter, Jeri, enter the couples life, happiness and the possibility for new memories return. Together they form a family, and Mattie is finally able to pass o
