Chasing the Rat

The Story Behind Chasing the Rat

Chasing the Rat began as a memoir but has grown into a movement. Inspired by his family's fight against diabetes and other health challenges, Devin frames the "rat" as a symbol for the silent struggles-illness, poor food systems, financial setbacks, broken traditions-that test families every day.
Together, we fight. Diabetes may be relentless, but so are we. Yes, it can shape what's on our plates, how we gather at the table, and even how we grieve the loved ones it has touched. But what it cannot steal is love. It cannot silence laughter, erase hope, or break the bond of a family determined to fight side by side.
This book is more than a story about living with the "rat." It's a testimony to learning through struggle, rising through loss, and choosing, again and again, not to give up. It's about kitchens turned into classrooms, tears turned into lessons, and families who discover that strength grows best when it's shared.

A Legacy of Family and Leadership

For Devin, family isn't just background-it's the blueprint. Every page of Chasing the Rat weaves the Lee family's stories, from praline candies at Sunday dinners to lessons passed down across generations. He believes that resilience isn't about perfection but persistence-showing up daily with courage, care, and a vision for something better.

As a leader, entrepreneur, and storyteller, Devin is committed to making Chasing the Rat more than a book. It is a brand, a podcast, a set of family resources, and a movement designed to inspire healthier living, stronger leadership, and deeper community connections.

An Invitation

Devin invites you to walk with him-not as readers only, but as partners in the journey to starve the rat. Whether through sharing stories, practicing family-friendly wellness routines, or simply taking one small action today, he believes that together we can build healthier families, stronger leaders, and more vibrant communities.