Sandee Barry Mills Shares Poignant Memoir on Daughter's Rare Illness

Seasons with Storey explores love, faith and resilience in the face of uncertainty.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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Seasons with Storey, a new memoir by Sandee Barry Mills, follows a mother's relentless search for answers after her young daughter, Storey, begins showing signs of a rare and devastating condition at just two years old. Set against the natural beauty of Montana, the book unfolds as the family navigates both western medicine and alternative therapies while holding onto the belief that miracles are possible.

Why it matters

The book delivers powerful messages about the preciousness of life, the importance of staying present, and the ability to find beauty and meaning even in life's most painful moments. It encourages readers to explore every possible path when it comes to health and healing, and to notice the small things that sustain us, from the smell of rain to a child's smile.

The details

As Storey's condition progresses, her mother comes to a profound realization - the more Storey declines physically, the more love she has to give to those willing to open their hearts. Seasons with Storey is not only a story of loss and fear, but also one of extraordinary grace, reminding readers that beauty and meaning can exist even in life's most difficult circumstances.

  • Storey began showing signs of a rare condition at just 2 years old.

The players

Sandee Barry Mills

The author of Seasons with Storey, a memoir about her daughter's rare illness. Mills has a Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts and brings a lifetime of personal experience to her writing.

Storey

Sandee Barry Mills' young daughter who began showing signs of a rare and devastating condition at just 2 years old.

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What they’re saying

“Seasons with Storey is not only a story of loss and fear, but also one of extraordinary grace, reminding readers that beauty and meaning can exist even in life's most painful moments.”

— Sandee Barry Mills, Author

What’s next

The book Seasons with Storey by Sandee Barry Mills is available for purchase online and in bookstores.

The takeaway

Seasons with Storey is a poignant and inspiring memoir that encourages readers to cherish the preciousness of life, stay present in the moment, and find beauty even in the face of great adversity. The book's powerful messages about love, faith and resilience offer hope and comfort to those navigating their own difficult journeys.