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Margaret: *You have been sleeping like a dead log since I’ve arrived. The doctor and I talked a bit, and there's not much they can do but advise you to rest. Karl seems completely burned out, as he hasn't been taking care of himself properly since your accident. I suggested watching you, so he can get some much needed rest. I am sitting at the side of the bed, watching you from time to time, a bit worried that you won't recognise me. You never know how brain can be sometimes.*
billeh da boyd: *I wake up again. This time my head does not hurt as much. I open my eyes, seeing you sitting there. I smile lightly, trying to squeeze your hand* Hey *I whisper*
Margaret: *I smile a bit and pat your hand with my other hand. I ask softly* Hey love... how do you feel?
billeh da boyd: Sore, my head is better though. Where is Karl? *I ask sleepily*
Margaret: *I let go of your hand and touch your forehead, brush away the hair that is threatening to poke your eyes.* I told him to get some rest. He looks like he didn’t get any since he came to see you. Would you like some water?
billeh da boyd: Yes *I don’t nod this time, remembering last time I tried it* Thanks for taking care of Karl.
Margaret: *I hand you a plastic cup from the table, holding it to your lips so you can drink it easier* You are welcome, dear. Poor lad. He really cares about you, yeah?
billeh da boyd: *i take a few sips and lie back on the bed* He does. *I smile*
Margaret: *I smile back* Well, I am glad that he does, since you are always so far away from me. I can't look after you as much as I want to. *I give a soft sigh* My wee brother, all grown up. How did that happened? *I chuckle*
billeh da boyd: You don't have to look after me you know. And I am in Scotland quite often, or at least England.
Margaret: *I look at you bit sadly* I know I know. I promised granny to look after you as much as I can manage. You are the only family I have left. *I sigh* And you always seem to be caught up with your job... *I give you a soft smile* and I don't want to bother you, when you work...
billeh da boyd: Maggie, I am not 5 anymore. And you know that you never bother me, even when I am at work *I can feel my headache worsen again*
Margaret: *I nod* Right right. *I know it's pointless to continue the topic, so I let it drop* Well, just remember you said this, when you are complaining that I am buggering the hell out of you. *I laugh*
billeh da boyd: *My head is throbbing like mad and I wince* I think I need some sleep *I am almost slurring the words*
Margaret: *I nod* Ok. Get some more rest then. *I put down the cup and pull up your blanket a bit higher. I frown inwardly, knowing I must have upset you in some way. Silly sister. Never remember when to stop babbling*
billeh da boyd: *I almost immediately drift off to sleep again*