The Rocking Chair is a story of a family that has become estranged over the years. With the impending death of the Grandma (from Alzheimers) the family must finally face the obstacles that have kept them apart. The wise Grandfather is the patriarch of the family, but even he has unresolved issues with his own son. The story is touching and full of sound advice. I found it pretty predictable and there is no earth shattering mystery to it all, but I did feel that it could make a good discussion book on how easy it is for families to drift apart with thoughts and feelings are left unspoken. A feel good read.