Informing us about the events that inspired the story causes us to read it it from a rather emotional lens from the very beginning. Like when we are about to watch a movie we know it was based on real occurrences.
One awaits the boy to enter the scene with mounted concerns; first because we know he will be denied further treatment to begin with, and then because Albert is in bad shape! But, as we hear the mother saying the boy will be looked after elsewhere (and we know things turned out well for him) all our sorrows turn to Dr. Albert, who, in the end just decided to stop trying. Just like he suggested it should be done with the boy a few minutes back.
I read the entire story with bated breath @agmoore. This is a touching, beautifully written story. Excellent reading for a cold evening (outside).
Much love to you and your brother from Portugal 🍵😊🌷
Dear Abigail, you bring tears to my eyes. I'm so glad you enjoyed my story and saw what I was attempting to accomplish.
Of course the back story was essential, I believe. And I tried not to be too hard on Albert. He did suffer the fate he imposed on others, but I gave him the chance of survival.
I wanted to convey a sense of panic, as there was in my family, during this episode. Albert was my stand in.
I never miss an opportunity to plug St. Francis Hospital. What a place. They not only gave my brother a shot a life, but for months afterwards they provided a comfortable, nurturing place for him to convalesce.
Thank you so much for sending warmth my way. It is returned with great affection from your friend on Steemit, and off. ❤