My Disappearing Mother

In this poignant memoir, Suzanne Finnamore explores her mother's dementia by envisioning it as a surreal, magical realm where time and societal norms dissolve. Through her visits to her parents' home in Hayward, California, she reflects on the emotional complexities of navigating her mother's condition, portraying it as a journey to a unique place inhabited by cherished memories and lost connections. Finnamore's narrative blends personal experience with imaginative insight, offering a profound look at the impact of dementia on family and identity.