(From Feb 18th)

Mom and I were jogging her memory tonight, trying to share a few familiar moments together. But after a few missteps on her part I finally asked “What memories are easiest for you to recall?” She said “Seeing my children and then memories of my husband.” I asked “You remember that I am your daughter don’t you?” She smiled and replied that indeed she did. Trying to give her a gentle dig, I said “How does it feel to have a 56 year old daughter!” Mom said “Wow you look great for 56! How do I look?!” In an attempt at being a smart ass I said “Well you actually do look like you could be 56!” She looked at me with a deadpan expression and said “You aren’t very good at this game are you…”