A heartwarming memoir of family, promises, and the challenges of caregiving.For nearly a decade, Jackie Madden Haugh navigated the complexities of caring for her aging father, Jack, determined to keep him out of a nursing home. The Promise I Kept is a poignant and often humorous account of their journey, filled with adult diapers, a pharmacy of pills, and days laced with utter boredom.As Jackie's world shrinks to the confines of home care and hospice, she discovers unexpected lessons from her father. Through his unwavering gratitude and unconditional love, she learns the true meaning of family, faith, and living each day to the fullest. This memoir is for anyone struggling with caregiving, seeking guidance on managing aging parents' needs, or coping with loss and grief. Discover how to find meaning and purpose in caregiving, balance personal life with responsibilities, and honor the promises we make to those we love.