The Thing Is

The Thing Is

"A story brimming with humor and heart, and an ending that's as unexpected as it is satisfying." -- Claire Ashby, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of the novel, <i>When You Make it Home</i><br /><br />"Even though the story is tempered with a good dose of humor and tail-wagging cuteness, be prepared - it's an emotional read with a capital E." -- The Examiner<br /><br />"The Thing Is reminds us of how intricate and interwoven relationships are--and Prozac teaches us about grace and unconditional love." -- Melody Carlson, author of <i>Finding Alice</i> <div><br /><div></div><div><span><span>"Eloquent - <i>The Thing Is</i> shines. If ever you need some time alone to cope with those extremes of life that test our courage, just read this fine book!" -- Grady Harp, Hall of Fame, <i>Amazon "Vine Voice" Top 100 Reviewer</i></span></span><br /><br />Ever since the death of her fiancé, Meredith Mancuso has shrunk from the world. Even with her successful writing career, she's not motivated to work. When her sister, Monica, begs for a favor, Meredith wants nothing more than to say no. But she's ultimately roped into pet-sitting an orphaned Yorkshire terrier named Prozac.<br /><br />Blessed with spiritual wisdom and a high IQ, Prozac is an active pet therapy dog. To heal broken-hearted Meredith, he rallies his fan club at Evergreen Gardens, an independent living facility, where he visits each week.<br /><br />Prozac and the community of resilient older folks challenged by losses of their own propel Meredith, often against her will, back into the land of the living. Meredith learns that most people carry some sort of burden, but it's still possible to find meaning, purpose, and joy--and sometimes, even love--along the way. </div></div>