Overview

What do you do after decades of longing when you finally find your perfect match, only to discover that he has Stage Four cancer? Dare to Love is far from a traditional memoir or tale of loss. It is at once a beautiful love story, a remarkable journey of exuberant living in the face of uncertain future, and a triumph of spirit. With unwavering honesty and beautiful tenderness, Jane opens her heart and lays herself bare, recounting the beauty and heartbreak of late-life passion. In her 70's, she found the kind of connection people look for all their lives. She reveals intimate and poignant details of how her bond with Patrick deepened before eventually facing the inevitable reality of his illness. Supplemented with rich photographs, Jane Myers Drew's vibrant work dares to go where no other book has ever ventured, proving that it's never too late to take a chance and discover true love.

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""Jane Myers Drew has written a moving account of finding true love, and her account teaches us how to savor every moment we get to love with all our heart and soul.""-John Gottman, PhD, author of forty books, including The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work and Fight Right ""If grief is the price we pay for love, Jane Myers Drew's moving account of her late-life relationship to a man with cancer is proof of the miracles that can happen when we open our hearts to possibility. It is inspiring reading for anyone who may be hesitant to embrace the risks inherent in romance or cherishing the memory of a lost love.""-Todd Purdum, former New York Times correspondent to the White House and author of Desi Arnez, The Man Who Invented Television ""This is not a sad story-it is a radiant one... Dare to Love will change how you think about love, loss, and what it means to live fully.""-Diana von Welanetz Wentworth, New York Times bestselling author and coauthor Chicken Soup for the Soul Cookbook ""Dare to Love is a heartfelt true story of courage, humor, and a journey that leaves a lasting impact. Jane Myers Drew's memoir was a pleasure to read-it made me laugh, cry, and admire her unwavering belief in love, even in the face of certain heartbreak. Well done, Jane!""-Jeff C. West, award-winning coauthor of Streetwise to Saleswise (with Bob Burg) ""This beautifully written story is a poignant reminder that love knows no age, no limits, and no guarantees. In telling her story, Jane Myers Drew captures the courage it takes to defy societal expectations and embrace a love that, though fleeting, is richly transformative. Jane and Patrick's journey is a testament to living boldly, cherishing every moment, and proving that it's never too late to take a chance on happiness.""-Kathi Laughman, author, strategist, and mentor, www.kathilaughman.com ""I loved reading your book. I reread it a second time. You are a talented writer and the story is powerful. You brought me to tears.""-Vivian Clecak, nonprofit coach ""Dare to Love was a delight to read, and you had me with each step of the relationship. I think readers will find it a roadmap for their lives adding to the wisdom so needed in our world.""-Karin Crilly, psychotherapist and author of The Blue Satin Nightgown: My French Makeover at Age 78! ""I loved Dare to Love. When I read your words, 'I had no regrets. I'd gladly do it all again in a minute, ' I felt so much hope. I've been holding back from a close relationship for fear of experiencing loss... and now I want to go forward to find a relationship.""-Diane Murray, registered nurse ""Thank you for writing Dare to Love for all of us who get the privilege to read it, absorb it, and learn from it. I actually have less fear of death by reading how peacefully Patrick was kept quiet and out of pain until he let go. I LOVED the last chapter, your letter to Patrick. How beautiful!""-Merilee Fox, spiritual coach

Author Information

Jane Myers Drew, PhD, is a clinical psychologist with forty-five years of experience as a therapist in private practice She has trained over 3,000 psychotherapists in workshops around the country. Her previous book is Where Were You When I Needed You, Dad? A Guide for Healing Your Father Wound. She resides in Newport Beach, CA. Visit Jane Myers Drew at janemyersdrew.com.

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