
What were you doing five years ago.? Five years ago my daughter was in high school. my son was in college, and husband and I were working hard as usual. Fast forward five years, my son has a degree, my daughter is close to getting her degree, and my husband and I are still working hard, but can now receive senior citizen discounts!
On this day, five years ago, I spent time with my mom. At the time she was 83, was moving better than some 70 year olds, and still quick with her words. Only problem was her mind. One minute she’d be fine, the next minute she was back in 1980. Alzheimer’s was there, but so was mom. We enjoyed our visit with her and she made us laugh as usual. It was a good day.
Here I am today, mom isn’t here physically, yet all around me. When I see everyone laughing and the kids playing I see her. When we eat all of the delicious food I think of her. And when we hug each other goodbye I feel her.
So thankful for having her in my life for 54 years. Thankful I had her. Thankful for the memories.
Today go out and make some memories. I plan to.
“So it’s the laughter, we will remember. Whenever we remember, the way we were.”