Something More Than Love

One breath. One moment. One foot in front of the other. That’s how Patty Gilbride describes her method for surviving the days after losing the love of her life.

In “Something More Than Love,” Patty describes the last six weeks she shared with Dave, her husband, in the shadow of an impending reality of life without him. Told through journal entries she wrote at the time, this raw and deeply personal narrative describes the reality of being an advocate and caregiver for Dave after he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive type of cancer.

Weaving in vivid memories of their life together, Patty captures the essence of their relationship, the ups and downs of their marriage, and the enduring strength of their bond. Struggling with her long-held fear of death, Dave’s demise seemed unimaginable. Yet even as he neared the end, Dave remained true to himself and a perfect complement to Patty’s self-sufficient but anxious nature.

Patty pulls back the curtain on her most grief-stricken days and her inability to foresee a life without him. She questions what happens after death and ponders whether there is a God, an afterlife, or just finality when we end. Fumbling her way through questions without answers, she discovers that eternal love may be the most powerful force there is.

This memoir is a testament to the unwavering power of love and an unflinching account of the pain a caregiver endures as the end draws near. “Something More Than Love” is a must-read for anyone struggling with losing a loved one, as well as for those who need to be reminded that love does exist in this world. While grief may seem endless, Patty shows that hope is the path to healing.

Buy Something More Than Love: