Collecting Dreams
Collecting Dreams is intended to be a book of encouragement; it is based on a true story. If you are looking for a how-to book about coping with hoarding issues, a book written by an authority in the field of psychology will be more useful to you.Collecting Dreams does not provide such methods, but does intend to supply hope for those dealing with hoarding. The author expects readers will gain some insight and compassion for this type of mental illness.  This is a fictionalized account about how someone can become a hoarder, and how difficult the condition may be for the family to deal with. It features a Midwestern US family whose house we visit periodically in alternating chapters of the book. There are reprieves along the way to show how certain events which prompt the accumulation of books and things can lead to bigger issues.  Having said that, this book maybe helpful to people who are dealing with or trying to help a hoarder, but only for the purpose of gaining encouragement or compassion. It might be a good book for discussion groups or book clubs.The author began writing Collecting Dreams as a cathartic exercise, but later realized the experience may be of interest to others. The book is intended to provide love, laughter, and encouragement to all readers!