This is a beautiful book. Jill Case Brown invites us into her story, her heart, and her soul. No simple answers, no easy formulas; Jill takes us on a journey of questions, weariness, anger, regrets, and renewal. As a former caregiver, I am hesitant to read books on caregiving by someone who has no “up close and personal” experience. I was drawn into Jill’s story because of her honesty and raw emotion—because she’s been there and is there. She invited me, and all readers, to join her as she explores the hidden blessings God offers if one is open to journeying through the dark places of illness and caregiving. It has been a few years since my husband battled with, and died from, Alzheimer’s disease, but We’re Stronger than We Look blessed me with insight, wisdom, and words to assign to my still—present questions. This is a book for all current caregivers and for those who will become caregivers. I will keep several copies on my bookshelf, ready to gift to those in the caregiving community.

Unheralded, lonely, and very hard—that’s a good definition for caring for a loved one who struggles with disability. Every caregiver wonders, Can I do this for the rest of my life? Then, Was this a big mistake? And finally, I’m trapped. Despite all the good times in our 38 years of marriage, I have felt the same. And it’s why my wife Joni and I heartily endorse the book you hold in your hands. It’s filled with bruising candor, honest stories and heartwarming insights that will inspire and refresh the faith of any caregiver. Best of all, once you read this book, you’ll realize I'm not alone! So get reading and be ready to be blessed!