Looking through the prism of the past.

Carlsbad Caverns. 

How is it, that when I post, there always seem to be some sadness? Like this picture of us, it was my birthday trip to a bucket destination. The Caverns at Carlsbad. We had been living in New Mexico for about 20 years and this was the first, and as of now, the only time we visited them. 

When the Memory Library is opened, I can see the wonderful times we shared together. Years of the joy that could only be found by looking through the prism of the past. I will be filled with joy when these days will be abled to be viewed that way. As for now, they are the daily task that make up the caring and loving way of taking care of a frail and precious jewel that is Sweetie. 

As I replay each day when I write this blog, I choose between the good, bad, and so what normal going on from the day before. Sunday is a ify day. I'm not sure what will happen, because I don't have any real plans for us. 

It started normally, and then Sweetie got up, earlier than normal, so we got started. I made bacon and pancakes for breakfast, and we are now at the part of her using her hands to pick up food and eat is becoming a problem. Bacon, to me is a finger food, and to Sweetie, it is a mystery. She did finally eat it, but what a wonder watching her, plus the syrup that got on it was sticky, and she didn't like that. Next time, just pancakes, no bacon, and I think she will do just fine. 

Had an experience with hunger. We skipped lunch because of our actives and I was planning an early dinner. Sweetie became very anxious suddenly, and I couldn't figure it out. Gave she some CBD, and we took a walk around the block, and the more I tried to calm her, the worse she got. Then, it was time for dinner, the food was ready, and we ate. It seemed that as soon as she put food in her mouth, she relaxed, and started eating. After dinner, it dawned on me, what I had done to her by skipping lunch. The rest of the evening went well. 

What is ahead today? Don't know, but this I do know, my Driver is ready for another excursion down the Road to Dementia Town. Ready to help me make it through another section of the this rollercoaster ride with Dementia. As always, Keeping our Shiny Side Up. You coming? Just follow along and Keep your Shiny Side Up. C'ya, Love Ya, and God Bless.