Chapter Titles & Synopsis
Prologue
Dick loves to climb mountains. Deb thinks he is crazy. He would agree! But he shares one of the most important principles of rock climbing and how it affected Deb.
1. The Counselor Becomes the Patient
An oncology counselor diagnosed with breast cancer, Deb now has an entirely different perspective on the effects of the disease.
2. A Preliminary Diagnosis
What happens when the surgeon says she is 99.9% sure your wife has cancer? Dick shares how this news began to impact every area of his life.
3. I Always Wanted to Be a Doctor
Everyone has unfulfilled dreams, but Deb learned the true secret of success.
4. “Reverend Church”
Becoming a "reverend" is funny - for Dick anyway.He tells the story of how he became one and how he met his wife. Unbelieveable!
5. The Stages of Cancer
Cancer brings a whirlwind of emotions that most patients experience. Now Deb goes through all of them herself.
6. It’'s All About Time
Time is a gift. Cancer tries to steal it. Dick talks about life when the clock is ticking and cancer controls the big hand.
7. In Sickness and in Health
Marriage can be fun, but it can also be quite difficult. Deb shares what she has learned in over thirty years of marriage.
8. Have Mercy on Me!
What happens when sexual intimacy ends up on the "back burner?" In his jaded sense of humor, Dick talks about sex and what is most important, rated PG of course.
9. It’'s a Family Affair
Cancer affects the entire family. In additon to Deb's perspective, our kids have their story to tell.
10. Cancer Costs a Lot and It’'s Not Worth a Dime
Money, money, money! Cancer devours it like a hungry lion. Thank God for insurance!
11. On Fear, Faith & Cancer
Cancer is scary. Pain and thoughts of dying are common. But for Deb, her strong faith in God brings her through them.
12. I Believe
Why do bad things happen to good people like Deb? As a minister, Dick shares what most other ones will never do . . . question the very faith he professes to have.
13. How to be a Friend to a Friend with Cancer
What do you do or say to someone who has cancer? Deb shares important and practical ways to help.
14. What Not to Say
Some people try to help. Some do it well, but Dick tells about some that are downright hilarious.
15. The Case for Counseling
Is there anyone to listen to me? Deb shares the benefits of a professional counselor.
16. Climb the Highest Mountain
When it comes to climbing mountains, Dick knows how difficult it is. But he knows that Deb is the greatest climber of all.
17. Beginning”
Cancer can steal a lot, but there is one thing it will never touch.
