Mr. Happy: The Last to Go

Kenn joins Ron and guest host Randy to share one of the funniest and most memorable stories from their family — the tale of their grandfather's determination to keep romance alive well into his senior years, even as dementia began to take its toll.The first clue came at Grandma's funeral. As friends offered condolences and assured him that "she'll be waiting for you in heaven," Grandpa quickly replied, "I hope she can wait a little longer!" His family soon realized he wasn't planning on slowing down anytime soon.At a holiday gathering, Grandpa proudly told Ron that he attended every dance at the Senior Center he could. Beaming with excitement, he shared that at a recent dance, one particular lady had put her leg between his. Apparently, Grandpa still had game.As the years passed, dementia began affecting his memory and behavior. He often wandered off in search of his car dealer, convinced he had important business to attend to. Yet despite his declining mental faculties, his interest in the opposite sex never seemed to fade.Eventually, Grandpa moved into a care facility, where his frequent escape attempts continued. Then came the moment that would become family legend. During a visit from his daughters, Grandpa unexpectedly demonstrated that his sense of manhood was still very much intact—leaving everyone shocked and speechless. A nurse calmly explained that this behavior is not uncommon among men living with dementia.When Ron later told Kenn and Randy about the incident, he summed it up perfectly: "I'm proud to know that in my family Mr. Happy is the last to go!"It's a hilarious, heartfelt, and true story that proves some instincts survive just about everything.Another unforgettable real-life tale from Boomers on the Edge!Adult themes and humor.Boomer rating: Over the Edge.Send us Fan Mailhttps://[email protected]