Thank you for the hug :))
I love St. Francis. My brother has expressed his gratitude to the hospital over the years in many ways. An interesting anecdote: back in those years, Perry Como used to go to the pediatric ward to cheer up the kids. Did it without publicity or fanfare. A real mensch.
Yes, it was difficult to find empathy for Albert, but your analysis is spot on, I think. The daily pressure builds and we are not our best selves because of it, sometimes.
I hope you and your family are having a peaceful and not too "stuffy" Thanksgiving holiday.