Thanksgiving, to give thanks.

Us

Halloween has come and gone and it was as if there wasn't any celebration at all. We went to bed at our normal time, and it was dark enough to have some Trick or Treater's at our door, but the streets were empty of any life. It was just as well because we didn't have any candy for them. I don't see any good coming from Sweetie getting all excited that late in the day. Covid19 has reshaped our attitudes toward the holidays. 

Thanksgiving is next and I'm wondering what will happen with family gatherings. As of today, I'm just planning on getting a small turkey breast and a packet of gravy and do our own little Thanksgiving. 

Thanksgiving, to give thanks for the many blessings that we have had over the past year. Believe me when I say they are many. Even with the advancement of Sweetie's Dementia, there were many blessings. 

Let me begin with the biggest blessing, CBD Hemp Oil. I've read many stories on Facebook, of those who are dealing with the dreaded Mr. Sundowner, and are just frustrated, frazzled, and worn out. I can say the same. When I read of successful stories about the uses of Hemp Oil, I said what the hell, lets give it a try. There was a early trial and error period, but now we have it down pat. It has made a world of difference for us. We can now do things and enjoy life again. She is declining, and at the same time, we're managing the decline. 

Another blessing is me. For I am not the man that I was when I started down this Road to Dementia Town with Sweetie. My Driver isn't just the one guiding us down this road, He is also my teacher, by confidant, and holder of my hand. He has shown me how to love. Not just the type of love and get rewarded for it, He has taught me how to love unconditionally. Each morning I pray for the "Wisdom, Grace, and Mercy" as I care of Sweetie. Each day my quotient of those attitudes are renewed, refreshed and refilled. As long as I can spend time with Driver as we travel down this daily trip to Dementia Town, I'm sure I won't run out of the love we three of us share. As we head up the caravan, headed down the Road to Dementia Town, in a line of cars, all with Their Shiny Side Up. C'ya, Luv Ya, and God Bless.