Kelley Irwin

One day this week (Oct 2024), I was talking to Dad and he had to hang up to pay attention to the road!

It has been 23 months since we received a formal medical diagnosis of dementia.

Dad has not driven a car or bus, or flown an airplane, these past 2 years. In his mind, he is doing all of these things. And he is happy.

We’re on video chat and Dad is in the front passenger seat of the car. 🚙 

Conversation this day:

Me – Hi Dad!

Dad – Hello Kelley June.

Me – It looks like you’re having a good day.

Dad – Oh yes, we are.

Me – You’re looking cool in your sunglasses. 😎 

Dad – Well, thank you.

Me – Did you see all the kids at the Halloween parade today?

Dad – Yes, they looked great. I need to get off the phone though and pay attention to the road.

Me – Oh, are you driving?

Dad – Yes. (With a bit of an attitude in his voice like I couldn’t see the obvious.)

Me – Okay. Love you Dad.

Dad – Love you too.

That’s my Dad. Bless him.