All for You

All for You is a biography/autobiography. Deborah's father was her hero, "an exceptional, good dad," a steady supportive presence, and a testament to the light of God. He is loved, remembered, and longed for... Through his shared activities; open-emotional conversations; his life stories fueled with love, humor, and wisdom, the author reveals how her father created a cherished legacy. Charlie Russo was a brave role model for his family and anyone who knew him. With grit, resilience, and integrity, he conquered excruciating moments of sorrows through ninety-six years of his life. What a gift it was to be his caregiver, to share joy with him, be with him on his final days and hours. It's a story of love and compassion as the author highlights the challenges and uncertainties of death and dying, balancing the wide array of negative emotions she felt and the heart-wrenching decisions she and her brother made to honor and defend their father's end-of-life wishes. The author presents tools and methods she applied for coping with grief and divulges her inner knowing of signs and symbols for why she believes her father is still near.