After Rita's diagnosis of mixed dementia and subsequent stroke, this episode follows her and her partner's journey through anticipatory planning, caregiving, medical crises, and end-of-life decisions. They celebrate meaningful moments, advocate within strained health systems, and ultimately honor Rita's wishes after her passing.

Through grief, relocation, and fulfilling promises, the story reflects on love, resilience, and the rituals that keep memories alive.

Alan and Rita move into their Canadian home, gratefully finding it already well-equipped by the thoughtful previous owners. They settle in, explore the large garden, and enjoy the peace of country life.

Their happiness turns to grief when the author’s brother in England suddenly dies; the family copes with funeral arrangements, travel, and deep sorrow. Back in Canada they throw themselves into home repairs—discovering and fixing structural rot—and accept friends’ invitations to spend winters in Florida.

The episode ends with gratitude for friends, reflections on health and love, and an outlook of continued travel and life changes ahead.

Our nomadic duo recounts selling their beloved self-built home in Mexico, a hurried road trip back through the U.S., and the emotional decisions that followed as they move between Canada and the UK. They face homesickness, renovations, family health struggles, and the challenges of adapting to changing lives and finances.

Ultimately they decide to return to Canada, settle into a new bungalow in Luskville/Pontiac, and reflect on the bittersweet trade-offs of leaving friends and familiar comforts behind.