Happy Thoughts

She smiled most of the time. Laughter was not far behind. She raised her arms up to the sky. Humming and dancing came next. In the middle of the room, she would dance around. If someone joined her all the more pleasure. She had a happy dementia. Past the time when she was aware of the illness that grabbed hold of her. People treated her gently and they allowed her to remain in her world. Keep her away from those who had a more difficult time at times. Give her food, take her for walks and include her in the activities. Let her be.