From the Business Sherpa

Mom Forgot My Birthday

We’ve all heard lots about dementia and Alzheimer’s. Receiving the diagnosis for a loved one will hit you like a ton of bricks with so many questions filled with anxiety. In Mom Forgot My Birthday, Sonya Jury shares her raw journey with her Mother, Dean. She is very clear that this book is not a ‘how to’ but a ‘how not to’ book and she wants us to learn from her mistakes.

Meet The Author

Sonya Jury, AIA

Sonya Jury is an entrepreneur living in Kansas City with her husband, Scott. During a dinner conversation with a friend, she shared her idea of writing this book after ‘riding the dementia train’ with her Mom. Her friend said – Do it! And the rest is history.

This book is not a ‘How To’ book, but a ‘How Not To’ book. Use this life experience in this book to show up better for your loved one. Don’t make the same mistakes.

What People Are Saying

  • "Believe it or not, I finished it in 24 hours :) It fit perfectly in my high factfinder niche I call "trying to learn ahead of time about potential scary life events from those ahead of me on the journey." Your book is a loving homage to a woman who was clearly someone special. Thank you for sharing this gift with the world."

    Kelly O.

  • ”I doubt there are many books out there with more relevant information on Alzheimer's and dementia than yours. I know there are zero books written on the subject with your energy, enthusiasm, and humor. While I was very much aware how your story was going to reach its inexorable end, the way you brought me (and every other reader) to the finish was at once sadly frustrating yet not depressing, Your writing style is exhilarating and encouraging - just like you!”

    Mark B.

  • “My family went through similar experiences with both my maternal and paternal grandmothers --- I was in my teens and then 20's at the time – so really didn't have a firm grasp on how it affected each of my parents. Your book provided some insight into that – that I can reflect on now, some 25+ years later. Thanks for being brave and sharing your and Dean's story. She'd be super proud of you.”

    Amy N.

  • “It’s heartbreaking what you and your mom went through. The book is really well done….raw but in a vulnerable, honest way. I hope it was healing to put all those thoughts and emotions and experiences on paper.”

    Raelene H.

  • “Just finished your book! Wow! I so appreciate your raw honesty. There is nothing harder than watching your Mom age and I can only imagine what you juggled during those early years with Walt getting sick. Thank you for sharing your honest journey – it was touching to read any my heart felt for you. Great advice! Grace and forward movement is all we can do.”

    David L.