You can do it.

You punch a few numbers into the phone, and within a few rings Jade answers.
Hello, Jade. I know this sounds like a rather odd question for me to be asking you, but could you indulge me and tell me how long David and I have been blind?
You place the phone on speaker so both of you can hear. “Umm….two years…why are you asking, Rose? Are you ok?”
You put the phone down and listen expectantly for Dave’s response.
You call, and the answer is predictable. Since he’s your John you’re calling, all of the memories line up with those...
[You hesitate for a moment, but in the end, decide against speaking the thoughts on your mind.] Fine. Go ahead.
just name a time and a place, and i can be there. we can hang, talk about things, share pain, and be friends. Your smile...