Lifelong entrepreneur Barry Annino used to live for his passions—tennis, family, real estate, Italian food and travel—until a devastating diagnosis opened his eyes to the unfulfilled dreams of the underserved. On seeing the joy that the simple gift of a tennis racquet brought to the indigenous community near his home away from home in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, Barry set out to find other ways to make little things matter—and to help his friends in America experience the gift of giving back.

With the loving support of his wife, Debora, Barry embarked on a journey of self-discovery, spiritual awakening, and reconciliation that led to a new beginning. Their story of faith in the face of a terminal illness is a testament to the blessings hidden in life’s darkest moments.

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What will your legacy be if your life continues just the way it is?

Explore questions like this in our discussion guide. The discussion guide aligns with the same chapters in the book, offering a more profound reflection into each chapter with questions for contemplation and scripture verses for meditation. In addition, there is space in each chapter to write responses to the questions. The guide can be used as a personal journal or used in a small group, allowing the questions to lead to a reflection on the experiences in one's life and how they influence their legacy.

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All proceeds benefit the Little Things Matter Foundation.

WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

“[Debora and Barry’s] memoir invites readers into their unscripted, agonizing, grace-filled season, offering hope in despair. It’s appropriate for anyone suffering, as well as counselors, ministers, and family members seeking to understand how to better walk alongside those who grieve.”

— Sandra Glahn, PhD

“A beautiful story of love, pain, determination, and joy! If you are the caretaker of one who is fighting for their life, you need to read this book. It will inspire you to look up and look forward so that your dreams may become reality.”

— F. Reed

"I loved your reflection from when you traveled this path with your husband. It is a reminder to us all in how to best hold and live our lives. It encourages me to think deeply about what is important and how I want to invest my days. I have no doubt I am not alone."

— Ron Ottenad

“This is sacred. Debora and Barry have walked us through some intimate and soul stirring moments during a pivotal journey in their lives. This great, little book is a privilege, a gift...a reckoning that will enrich many lives in the business of bereavement. As a palliative care physician having read this book, I can fully attest to the fact that Barry never lost to cancer....instead the cancer lost to Barry. He found joy in the thick of grief.”

— Sunitha John