And we wanted. They shone from within as well. There was a brief while where Elly seemed to be improving a bit, at least her spirits were higher but now I look back and know that that was just a facade she was putting on for everyone else. The day with my folks was nice… I tried to call Kathie’s house twice that Sunday and got no answer either time. Kathie turned to me and just laughed as she finally got that too. Before walking through the door though I stopped Kathie and stepped back over to the night stand and retrieved the two mugs she had brought up earlier. I mean no… I… uh…” I stuttered at first then shook my head to clear the cobwebs and the smoke from the fireworks going off in my brain. There weren’t any lights on and Kathie’s car was gone. The night you asked me for a hug… I nearly lost my mind. I understand that you have as well.” She added and nodded once and smiled that sad smile again when I looked up a little puzzled and a little startled.
