Memory Library.

Disneyland. 

Yesterday was another fun filled day. A day of being busy, of the normal routine that we do. I could really become frustrated with all the things that we don't do, and then again, what would they be. I'm coming to the realization, that there is only so much that one can do each day and my job is to drain as much joy out of each and everyday that I possibly can. 

We were never the couple that had suitcases waiting at the door, ready to grab and with some type of plan, off we'd zoom to some vacation place, some beach, some where exotic. We are those people that stay close to home, cut the lawn, vacuum the carpets, go to church on Sunday and weekly grocery trips. So, why do I get down because Sweetie has Dementia? 

We do just about whatever I want to do. Sure it would be better if Sweetie could participate fully in what we are doing, or that I wouldn't have to keep an eye on her when we are out. She does her best, and that is enough for me. 

Yesterday was laundry day, and it was another day of seeing what she couldn't do. She no longer knows how to fold clothes. We hang up her tee-shirts, and she remembers, sometimes on how to do that. She still helps in putting them away, so that part of her memory is still good. 

I thought I'd try something new for dessert. Ice Cream Sandwich. I cut them in half, and see how she handles them. So far, she is doing good, she likes them, and it gives her some high calories.  

My Driver likes the new insight I'm using. I really am trying to apply this idea of "reasonably happy" to what we have. Instead of imagining things that aren't there, be happy with what we have. Simple things, like brushing her teeth, sitting in the golf cart while I play, sitting on the couch watching TV. Simple things that make a great library of memories. "Now you've got it." He says, and off we go, motoring down the Road to Dementia Town, Keeping our Shiny Side Up. Having a rough time Keeping Your Shiny Side Up? Stop off and check into your memory library. See Ya, Love Ya and God Bless.