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Lest I Forget (9)
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When I got back to my room, my daughter was just leaving Alice’s. She smiled at me and motioned toward the little table by my bed, where she’d set a paper sack from the Planet. “I got you a breakfast sandwich…and don’t give me that look, you haven’t been eating much and you’re gonna eat that. I’ll make Gemma come in here and force feed you,” she said, trying her best to look menacing. It didn’t work, mainly because Kallie couldn’t pull off menacing if her life depended on it.
“I just ate, but fine. If you insist on making me into a fat old woman I guess I can do my part to fulfill that dream.”
“You’d have to eat about a hundred of those to even gain a pound, Ma. And don’t think you can throw it away when I leave, either.”
I waved her away. “Yeah, yeah, okay. I’ll eat it.”
Kallie smiled and kissed my cheek. “Good, can’t have you staving in here, Mom’ll kick my ass when she gets up. You know how she bitches about you being skinny.” She stopped and lowered her eyes. “I’m sorry, Ma.” I suddenly remembered that she’d spoken with Dr. Hernandez yesterday about Alice’s condition and prognosis. I felt horrible for the way she glanced up at me guiltily, as if she was afraid she’d offended me by even alluding to Alice having the power of speech again.
“It’s okay. She’s out of the coma, and that’s enough for me. Don’t be sorry,” I said softly, pulling her into a hug. “Really, it’s fine.” She nodded and stepped away, and I caught a hint of tears in her eyes.
“Well, I should get to the campus. Lots of things going on…” I nodded. “I’ll be back around lunchtime if I can swing it. If I can’t, I’ll stop in tonight and see her for a little bit.” Something in her voice made me look up.
“Big plans?” I asked, hoping she’d say yes. I knew she hadn’t been going out much since her last relationship had ended a year ago, and I didn’t think it was all because of work. It worried me that she seemed to be sort of isolating herself, probably because it reminded me so much of how Alice had gotten the first and only time we’d broken up.
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MT, I am really happy to see you posted this chapter. As hard as it was that reading A still in the hospital bed, I am thrilled to hear that you will let her survive. Kallie dating Gemma is a great idea. I laughed too picturing D hitting the guys with the crusty baguette. And “making me into a fat old woman.” I always enjoy the humor that you added in the story. I think I mentioned to you before about the Aerosmith’s song, “Don’t Wanna Miss a Thing.” It kept popping up in my head every time I read D watching A slept. ( http://www.lyrics007.com/Aerosmith%20Lyrics/Don't%20Want%20To%20Miss%20A%20Thing%20Lyrics.html ) In a way, this song added more sadness to the already melancholy situation of A. But thought it was quite appropriate for D’s state of mind. I am impressed by your ability to successfully deliver this most incredibly difficult communication scene. I could totally relate to the frustration A felt. It made my heart sank further when D thought “It meant I had nobody to talk to, and I missed that.” That got to me again. MT, no matter how the show has mistakenly sold Dana Fairbanks short, fortunately there are writers like you who are willing to give Dana a chance for a happy and fulfilling life. Once again, I am touched by you and the rest of the Danish writers for your generosity, time, effort and most of all dedication. I will comment again on “LIF” when I return in March. THANK YOU!!!
Pretty amazing update, it was good seeing Alice getting a bit better. Loved the flashback of the Fairbanks buying their girls a house. Awesome gift. Can’t wait for the next part!
Just fantastic! Still giggling over the image of Dana attacking those men on page 1 with a crusty baguette! I love the deep connection that you are writing about between these two women, thank-you so much for the update
I didn’t think I could get more excited than I was when I saw that you posted. And then I read the author comments and it looks like Ailce is going to pull through. Squee!!! You made my week. So glad your laptop woes have been resolved. I’ve only been in the hospital for extended stays three times and I couldn’t wait to get out. I don’t know how anyone gets rest in there. I’m glad Dana finally got a little sleep. I’m going to throw a crusty baguette in the shed — that made me giggle. It’s great that they figured out a way to communicate and that Alice’s mind is still active. Love all the little touches, as usual: Kallie and Gemma having a date (and both being so cute about it), that Dana was still so conscious of fat content in her food, “That pride’s gonna get the best of you, woman”, “You’re being perverted and I won’t have it” — all the details are excellent! Don’t know why you were worried. How come no one ever bought me a house? ;-D Thank so much, MT! You rock, babe!
this is great and the telling story’s of pasted times is great please post soon I love it
Been quietly following your story and gotta say it’s pretty effin powerful. Although there is sadness, the thought that Alice and Dana and the group have been together through decades is really effin great.