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Lest I Forget (9)
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“Kinda,” my daughter answered shyly, casting what I thought was probably a subconscious glace out the door into the hallway. I’d been going to ask her if she had plans with Gemma, but that glance made it so I didn’t have to.
“Well, have fun,” I told her. “And don’t worry if you’re not able to make it back in tonight. Your mom’s going to be really tired for another couple days anyway, so I’m sure she won’t mind.” I could almost picture Alice’s reaction if she was awake. She’d be yelling at Kallie for even considering coming to see her instead of getting ready for her date. The thought made me smile.
“Well, I’m coming by here to pick her up once her shift’s over anyway, so I can always stop in and say hi. I’ll bring dinner by for you too, what do you want? Thai?”
“Let me see what’s going on first, okay? It’s still early, Kal. I don’t want you running around picking food up if somebody else is planning to do it. Save your money for your date,” I teased. She just blushed and shook her head.
“Okay. I’ll see ya later,” she said, and was out the door. I laughed at her a little and went to look in on Alice.
She was still asleep, and she looked pretty content. I was glad to see that the dark circles under her eyes had diminished a little bit. She seemed to be sleeping peacefully, so I went back into my room and turned on the early morning news.
Gemma came in to check on Al probably half an hour later. She wasn’t in long, maybe fifteen minutes at most, and she came back into my room looking pretty happy. “All her readings are good, and her vitals are fine. She’ll probably be waking up for more extended periods today, so it’s a good sign.”
I nodded. I wanted to ask her about the date with Kallie, but I didn’t want to be one of those nosy mothers who pried into her kids’ lives. Alice did enough of that for both of us, but I was still curious. I didn’t ask, though. She seemed to sense my curiosity and told me anyway.
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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.