Take memories as they come.

Hawaii, July 2017.

I had retired on June 30, 2017 and we were on a plane to Hawaii July 1, 2017. I wanted to be there for the 4th of July, to watch the fireworks over the ocean, to make this a special time for Sweetie and myself, to make memories because I knew the time was slipping by, that soon she wouldn't have the ability to even remember me, let alone her lost trip to Hawaii. 

That time is here, now. She doesn't know who I am, that we've been married for 34 years, and it is only her fears of not knowing what she thinks she should know that allow those precious word to come forth. I'm sure she doesn't know what "I love you." means anymore, it is just comforting for her to say it and I rejoice in hearing them. 

We were busy yesterday, spent quite a bit of time outside, sitting on the couch again and in silence watching nature play out for us. There are times when I think I should be doing something in the yard. Raking, pulling weeds, something. And then again, just the simple pleasure of Sweetie sitting next to me, holding my hand is enough for me. The yards will always be there, Sweetie, I don't know, so I'll take the memories as they come. 

Memories, and as I mention memories, guess who shows up? It's Driver. And as always, He has a smile on His face, that tells me, He is ready and waiting for me. The morning is upon us and it is time, time to go, time to hit the Road to Dementia Town, time to gather Easter Eggs and reflect on where they were. Sometimes they need a time to show up, and that is where my Driver comes in. He knows where to look, to direct my attention to see them. Off we go, out the door, with my Hawaii shirt on, my cool sunglasses, and into the passenger seat. Love the time with Him, as we travel down the Road to Dementia Town, Keeping our Shiny Side Up. I just hope you are finding your way, as you to Drive with Your Shiny Side Up. Have a wonderful day, Love Ya and God Bless.