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Lest I Forget (20)
It was plain as day that Alice wanted Kallie to stay with her. But we all knew that it wasn’t possible, which was why Shane had said what she did, that little joke about she and Jenny not being kids. It had been said to make Alice feel better, and it had the desired effect. She looked at Shane and smiled, in her way. It was coming a lot closer to resembling a smile, though, and it made me happy. Shane looked pretty relieved too, and it dawned on me that for as much as I’d missed Alice and hated not being able to see her for what felt like so long, Shane hadn’t gotten to either. She’d been busy taking care of me.
I suddenly felt horribly selfish. It was obvious that this was weighing on Shane just as much as it was weighing on me, if not more. No, scratch that…I’m sure it was more, for her. She’d not only had to deal with Alice being really sick and close to dying for the past few days, but she’d had to look after me because I was too stubborn to take care of myself properly.
I put my hand on Shane’s shoulder as Kallie said goodbye to us all and left the room. It was silent for awhile; I was holding Alice’s hand and my other hand was still on Shane’s shoulder, and we just kinda sat there for awhile.
I zoned out somewhere in there. I didn’t mean to, but I was really sleepy, and I figured that my son’s advice about resting up and making sure I got all the way better was a good idea. Still, I couldn’t fathom leaving Alice again. She looked better and I was happy for it, but I wanted to be with her. Even the little time we’d spent apart had hurt me, and I wanted to be here for her in case she needed anything at all.
I didn’t get to think about it for very long before Angelica came in, with a sleepy-looking Brendan in tow. For a minute I wondered where my other grandkids were, but then I remembered that it was a weekday and that they were in school.
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Just letting you know that I am still faithfully reading, and enjoying, this story as well as “You”!
Yes I know I have been horrible with not leaving a comment in so long, but every chapter is so powerfully written that all I can think is wow. That said I find it truly great how strong the bond with the three of them is after all these years.
Don’t let the lack of comments get you down. They are low across the board. I think HD is right about a slump that occurs in the summer. This was another great update from you on this story! I love that Dana is understanding how much her being healthy means to everyone around her. I think it will help her mood and it will also give her the time to get well. Dana’s reaction to the return to the hospital was written perfectly. Love hearing more about how Kallie came to their family and some of her health issues. I wonder if they could either get a live-in nurse or maybe move together to an assisted living facility. It is great that Alice is finding a way to communicate. The Alice/Kallie dynamic is very interesting. Too funny that Alice was signing something about sex. Hee! I feel sorry for Angelica. But that Brendan is a cutie. Dana’s optimism at the end is wonderful. This really is an amazing, almost epic, story. You are doing a wonderful job with it and I also wait patiently for the next installment. Thanks, MT!!
yay! another great chapter my dear.yeah im still reading too, just silently and to myself :) but you can consider me having commented on each and every chapter with a resounding “nicely done!”
MT, I am very thankful that you step up the plate during this quiet time for Danish stories. MaGoose and I are not the only 2 reading your stories. lol. It’s summer again, remember last year? LMAO, Jenny and her toast again. I loved that D being D trying to hide her excitement of going to see A. The summation of the D’s 40 years of experience with the hospital and the rest of the chapter really got to me. Right now, I feel quite emotional thinking the possibility that A would end up in a home. D’s short visit also indicated the limitation of activities when people aged which also makes me sad. D touching both of A & S in silence was one of the best AlShaDane moment I have ever read. And thank you for explaining Kallie’s absense. Finally we got to meet Angie. I love that Brendan. Also glad that A’s condition had improved. Again, another powerful chapter and can’t thank you enough for your fantastic writing. I will patiently wait for your next installment.
I’m always reading, without fail. Sorry I just don’t always post a comment but I always think your stories rock! This one really is growing better and better as time goes on. :D