Just a little bit if chat and i know that the spelling of Jeff is different, but every time you mentioned Jeff Chandler, it reminded me of a dear colleague whom i have just learnt has died.
He also was charismatic, good looker and a personable guy.
Think of it - in your memories you are both still young and energetic. Running through old memories doesn't use up as much energy than running down the road.
I am 50 but my brain is so much younger (when it works) but my body ..... it could do with a transplant or two/three .....
My mother is as bright as a button, and socialises regularly. I phoned her recently.
"What are you up to today?"
"Waiting for a few friends to come and pick me up."
"Anywhere special?"
" A few of us are meeting up at the ............. er ............ umm...
you know .............. the ........... er ........... oh yes ........
The Memory Clinic."