{"product_id":"we-used-to-dance-loving-judy-my-disabled-twin-9781647425739","title":"We Used to Dance: Loving Judy, My Disabled Twin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eDebbie and Judy are twins, but Judy was born with cerebral palsy. Despite the severity of her brain damage, her parents chose to keep her at home with her three siblings. Judy lived with her mother until her doctor told Debbie that she needed nursing home care. This is a raw, personal memoir of love and guilt and acceptance. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 24 October 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: She Writes Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDebbie and Judy are twins, but Judy was born with cerebral palsy, while Debbie was not. Despite the severity of Judy's brain damage, her parents chose to keep her at home with her three siblings, and ultimately Judy lived with them well into adulthood. Even after her father died, she continued to stay with her mother, her care augmented by a succession of home attendants until, that is, her doctor told Debbie that Judy's care at home was wanting and she would not survive without nursing home care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn We Used to Dance, Debbie tells of the emotional trauma she experienced when she was forced to place her sister in a new and strange environment. Following Judy's life in her new home as well as her past relationship with Debbie and the rest of their immediate family, this is a raw, personal memoir of love and guilt—and, ultimately, acceptance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJudy's condition was severe, and she required constant care. Her parents were devoted to her, but they knew that they could not provide her with the level of care she needed on their own. They sought out a nursing home that could provide Judy with the specialized medical attention and support she required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nursing home was a difficult transition for Judy. She had never been away from home before, and she was scared and lonely. She missed her family and her familiar surroundings. But the staff at the nursing home were kind and caring, and they worked hard to make Judy feel comfortable and safe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver time, Judy began to adjust to her new life at the nursing home. She made new friends and learned new skills. She received physical therapy and occupational therapy to help her improve her mobility and independence. And she received emotional support from the staff and other residents of the home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite the challenges of living in a nursing home, Judy remained happy and positive. She appreciated the care and attention she received, and she knew that her family was always there for her. Debbie visited Judy frequently, and they spent time together talking and laughing. Judy's smile and laughter were a source of joy for Debbie, and she was grateful for the time they spent together.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Judy's health declined, Debbie and her family faced difficult decisions about her care. They wanted to ensure that Judy received the best possible care and that she was comfortable and happy. They worked closely with the staff at the nursing home to make sure that Judy's needs were met and that she was receiving the best possible care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the end, Judy passed away peacefully in her sleep. Debbie and her family were devastated by her loss, but they were grateful for the time they had spent with her. They knew that Judy had lived a full and meaningful life, and that they had done everything they could to support her and ensure that she was happy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe Used to Dance is a powerful and emotional memoir that tells the story of Debbie and Judy's relationship and the challenges they faced as a family. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDebbie and Judy are twins, but Judy was born with cerebral palsy, while Debbie was not. Despite the severity of Judy's brain damage, her parents chose to keep her at home with her three siblings, and ultimately Judy lived with them well into adulthood. Even after her father died, she continued to stay with her mother, her care augmented by a succession of home attendants until, that is, her doctor told Debbie that Judy's care at home was wanting and she would not survive without nursing home care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn We Used to Dance, Debbie tells of the emotional trauma she experienced when she was forced to place her sister in a new and strange environment. Following Judy's life in her new home as well as her past relationship with Debbie and the rest of their immediate family, this is a raw, personal memoir of love and guilt—and, ultimately, acceptance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJudy's condition was severe, and she required constant care. Her parents were devoted to her, but they knew that they could not provide her with the level of care she needed on their own. They sought out a nursing home that could provide Judy with the specialized medical attention and support she required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nursing home was a difficult transition for Judy. She had never been away from home before, and she was scared and lonely. She missed her family and her familiar surroundings. But the staff at the nursing home were kind and caring, and they worked hard to make Judy feel comfortable and safe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver time, Judy began to adjust to her new life at the nursing home. She made new friends and learned new skills. She received physical therapy and occupational therapy to help her improve her mobility and independence. And she received emotional support from the staff and other residents of the home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite the challenges of living in a nursing home, Judy remained happy and positive. She appreciated the care and attention she received, and she knew that her family was always there for her. Debbie visited Judy frequently, and they spent time together talking and laughing. Judy's smile and laughter were a source of joy for Debbie, and she was grateful for the time they spent together.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Judy's health declined, Debbie and her family faced difficult decisions about her care. They wanted to ensure that Judy received the best possible care and that she was comfortable and happy. They worked closely with the staff at the nursing home to make sure that Judy's needs were met and that she was receiving the best possible care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the end, Judy passed away peacefully in her sleep. Debbie and her family were devastated by her loss, but they were grateful for the time they had spent with her. They knew that Judy had lived a full and meaningful life, and that they had done everything they could to support her and ensure that she was happy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe Used to Dance is a powerful and emotional memoir that tells the story of Debbie and Judy's relationship and the challenges they faced as a family. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDebbie and Judy are twins, but Judy was born with cerebral palsy, while Debbie was not. Despite the severity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJudy's condition was severe, and she required constant care. Her parents were devoted to her, but they knew that they could not provide her with the level of care she needed on their own. They sought out a nursing home that could provide Judy with the specialized medical attention and support she required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nursing home was a difficult transition for Judy. She had never been away from home before, and she was scared and lonely. She missed her family and her familiar surroundings. But the staff at the nursing home were kind and caring, and they worked hard to make Judy feel comfortable and safe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver time, Judy began to adjust to her new life at the nursing home. She made new friends and learned new skills. She received physical therapy and occupational therapy to help her improve her mobility and independence. And she received emotional support from the staff and other residents of the home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite the challenges of living in a nursing home, Judy remained happy and positive. She appreciated the care and attention she received, and she knew that her family was always there for her. Debbie visited Judy frequently, and they spent time together talking and laughing. Judy's smile and laughter were a source of joy for Debbie, and she was grateful for the time they spent together.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Judy's health declined, Debbie and her family faced difficult decisions about her care. They wanted to ensure that Judy received the best possible care and that she was comfortable and happy. They worked closely with the staff at the nursing home to make sure that Judy's needs were met and that she was receiving the best possible care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the end, Judy passed away peacefully in her sleep. Debbie and her family were devastated by her loss, but they were grateful for the time they had spent with her. They knew that Judy had lived a full and meaningful life, and that they had done everything they could to support her and ensure that she was happy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe Used to Dance is a powerful and emotional memoir that tells the story of Debbie and Judy's relationship and the challenges they faced as a family. It is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDebbie and Judy are twins, but Judy was born with cerebral palsy, while Debbie was not. Despite the severity of Judy's brain damage, her parents chose to keep her at home with her three siblings, and ultimately Judy lived with them well into adulthood. Even after her father died, she continued to stay with her mother, her care augmented by a succession of home attendants until, that is, her doctor told Debbie that Judy's care at home was wanting and she would not survive without nursing home care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn We Used to Dance, Debbie tells of the emotional trauma she experienced when she was forced to place her sister in a new and strange environment. Following Judy's life in her new home as well as her past relationship with Debbie and the rest of their immediate family, this is a raw, personal memoir of love and guilt—and, ultimately, acceptance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJudy's condition was severe, and she required constant care. Her parents were devoted to her, but they knew that they could not provide her with the level of care she needed on their own. They sought out a nursing home that could provide Judy with the specialized medical attention and support she required.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nursing home was a difficult transition for Judy. She had never been away from home before, and she was scared and lonely. She missed her family and her familiar surroundings. But the staff at the nursing home were kind and caring, and they worked hard to make Judy feel comfortable and safe.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOver time, Judy began to adjust to her new life at the nursing home. She made new friends and learned new skills. She received physical therapy and occupational therapy to help her improve her mobility and independence. And she received emotional support from the staff and other residents of the home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDespite the challenges of living in a nursing home, Judy remained happy and positive. She appreciated the care and attention she received, and she knew that her family was always there for her. Debbie visited Judy frequently, and they spent time together talking and laughing. Judy's smile and laughter were a source of joy for Debbie, and she was grateful for the time they spent together.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Judy's health declined, Debbie and her family faced difficult decisions about her care. They wanted to ensure that Judy received the best possible care and that she was comfortable and happy. They worked closely with the staff at the nursing home to make sure that Judy's needs were met and that she was receiving the best possible care.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the end, Judy passed away peacefully in her sleep. Debbie and her family were devastated by her loss, but they were grateful for the time they had spent with her. 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