One of the problems with being retired is that one day can flow into the next, and one can lose track of time. That often happens to me. I'm grateful to have a girlfriend, someone who resets my internal calendar by her presence in my life. But I am also grateful for my other friends who contact me the day before we get together, insuring that I remember our getting together in time to get ready for our lunches and dinners.
I now understand how my father became a large couch potato. Without friends to visit and things to keep him busy, all he could do is spend time and become ever more lethargic. The same signs are present in me as well, as I do not get out and about unless I have people to be with. Maybe, this is why I gravitate towards planning future vacations. My body knows it needs things to look forward to, and a bucket list vacation is a great way to keep one's mind active - even if just planning things to do on that vacation.
Today, SJM texted me to remind me about tomorrow's lunch. I had totally forgotten about it, but will squeeze it in - even though I have to drive to RQS later on in the day. I'd have hated to leave her lurking in the lurch. At my age, it takes a lot to build new friendships, and I don't want to lose any due to being lazy and forgetful.
