How Lulu Lost Her Mind is a silly, comedy book by Rachel Gibson. The story revolves around Lulu and her mother, Patricia. Lulu has a business as a columnist, author, and blogger known as the love guru. Based in Spokane, she gives advice to women about romance and relationships. Patricia, Lulu's mother, has always had a passionate nature. Married and divorced five times, Patricia has spent more time pursuing men than taking care of her daughter Lulu. Now she is a senior citizen and dealing with Alzheimer's. After being discharged from three care facilities for spooning with other residents at night, Lulu decides to put her career on hiatus and take care of her mother herself. Patricia wants to return to the decrepit family home in Louisiana. Together they travel to the family home. The story is funny and also sad. As Patricia's health fails Lulu realizes she isn't ready to let go of her mother just yet. The story gave a true portrayal of the frustrations that come with caring for someone with dementia. I liked that the story was funny and yet not disrespectful.
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