Lunch, point and eat.

So many pictures of us on the beach.

As Dementia takes over Sweetie and all her abilities that came with her personality, I just assumed many duties. One of which was the photographer. I always love to take pictures to the point that I tried my hand at taking wedding pictures. Just to stressful. When selfies became popular and smart phones became cameras, it became easy. I'm so glad that I have as many pictures of Sweetie and me to choose from. 

After the near disaster on the golf course the other day, we returned to the scene of the crime. This time to meet with a friend and hit a bucket of balls. When we do this, I bring a chair for Sweetie to sit in. She likes doing this because of all the right reasons. Number one, she is with me, and she just has to seat. She is the pro and gives me a smile when she thinks I hit a good shot. 

Lunch is turning into a point and eat routine. I'll make sandwiches for us and when we are eating, she will tell me she doesn't know how to do it. So, I found out, if I point out a beginning place to eat the sandwich and she takes a bite, from there I'll point out the next bite and then the next, until the sandwich is gone. It is a fun game for both of us. Since I found out she likes the little cups of apple sauce, they are now a main stay with our lunch. She used to be able to open it by herself, now I have to do it for her. You know they have the containers that are squeezable apple sauce, that maybe next. 

For you gummy fans, it isn't working for Sweetie. I've been giving her Cranberry supplements to help keep UTI away. When I went to buy a replacement, all that was left were gummies, and she doesn't understand about chewing them. Back to the drawing board. 

When we went for our afternoon walk, it was a longer walk then I had planned. Took a water bottle with us, Gatorade and water. As we were walking, I could tell she wasn't doing as well as I know she could, and just like that, a friend we know was just coming out of his home heading to pick up his mail. Asked if we could come in and get a glass of water and to let Sweetie rest. Of course we could, and we did. 

Refreshed, we headed back out made a bee line home. Sweetie was fading fast. When we got home, she went straight to bed. Crashed and burned right there. She came back in about an hour and we finished our day without anything worthy to report. 

Today is Pizza Day with the kids and their kids. I want to talk to them about caring for their mom. Her son is the only one that is taking any interest in her health, and I've begun to worry about if I get sick, or have an accident or die while she is still with me. This is very heavy on my heart, so, I need to address it with him. 

Some mornings are exhausting, and I can't wait for my Driver to show up and stick His head in the door way, enticing me to join Him. Relax He says, for He will be with me all day long. Life's highway is a journey that should be enjoyed, and that is way we spend the day together. He is more than willing to point out the panoramic view, pull off to the side of the road to rest, knowing that we are on the Road to Dementia Town, pacing ourselves as we go, Keeping our Shiny Side Up. If you need rest, you too can pull off the road, find a shady spot, lean back and take a nap. The Road to Dementia Town will be waiting for you to return. So enjoy the ride as long as you can. Seeking out Easter Eggs where they are hidden. Wave as you go bye, I'll know you because you will have your Shiny Side Up. Love Ya, God Bless.