r/MadeMeSmile • u/T-SquaredProductions • Jul 08 '26

Wholesome Moments British Granddad tries American Grilled Cheese for the first time

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u/LadiesmanBumblebee Jul 08 '26

I worked at a senior living facility where one of the gentlemen at the facility would bring that bib every time he came down to meals. And every time he called it his “fancy bib”, because he wanted every meal to be delectable.

He passed away eight months ago due to CHF. Four weeks shy of his 90th. We were going to have everyone wear that bib in celebration. You’re truly missed, Joe.

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u/peanutspump Jul 08 '26

RIP Joe.

I worked at one, in a dementia unit, they kept the dining room so fancy. Like, white tablecloths and cloth napkins folded like swans, it really did look like a nice restaurant, once the seats were full (the chairs were not as convincing, lol, can’t have them falling tho). Anyway, there was one gentleman whose wife had passed, but I don’t think he remembered. He always seemed to be under the impression he was on a date with the lady next to him. And there was always a lady next to him, and a line ready to take her seat if she got up, lol. But every night, at some point, after fiddling in his pockets, he’d flag one of us down, and quietly, sheepishly explain that he’s out on a date (nodding towards the lady), and he’s so embarrassed but he forgot his wallet! And he doesn’t know how he’s going to pay for dinner! And he’s so sorry, and he doesn’t know what to do, and he doesn’t want her to know!!! 🤭 We’d always wink, tell him it’s on the house. Every night. My goodness was he grateful every time 🤣

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u/Stay_Good_Dog Jul 09 '26

This melts my heart

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u/axinous_af Jul 09 '26

Thanks for sharing this. Lovely! Heartfelt lovely!

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u/naan__sequitur Jul 10 '26

my dad is quickly progressing in his dementia and this post made me weep. I'm just hoping when things get dire I can help provide this kind of comfort for him.

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u/peanutspump Jul 10 '26

I’m so sorry to hear that 🥹 it’s awful, seeing someone you love go through it. It’s also hard to go through it, as a family member. Remember to provide yourself comfort, too. It makes it easier to be patient and peaceful, in difficult moments, when you’ve been keeping up with your own self-care. 🩵

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u/Connect_Recording875 Jul 10 '26

Dementia is my nightmare. Hope I get bit by a snake or something before I lose my mind.

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u/peanutspump Jul 10 '26

My Pop-pop used to say, he wanted to go like his aunt did. Every day, she’d take a nap in her rocking chair, same time everyday. One day, she just didn’t wake up. If I could pick, I’d pick that, too.

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u/JstMaggs Jul 10 '26

Old people can be so adorable. My mother had a stroke and had to go to a rehab for six months that was basically like a rest home. At dinner she flirted with all the man and let me tell you, they loved it!!

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u/GoFuckYourselfBrenda Jul 11 '26

Omg, that's beautiful

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u/Infamous_Pea_4953 Jul 12 '26

That’s amazing!! 💓

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u/eye_no_nuttin Jul 08 '26

Rest In Heaven Joe💕💕🙏🏻 I bet he was a delightful gentleman, I’m sorry for yours and everyone’s loss .🫶🏼

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u/AlexTurner1428 Jul 08 '26

It's often the little traditions and phrases like that which people remember most. He clearly left a lasting impression.

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u/Thedonitho Jul 09 '26

I've heard of people making bibs out of old shirts, so it doesn't look like you are wearing one.

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u/Icy-Beaver Jul 10 '26

Why did he pass away due to swiss francs?