the most helpful act is often simply being present and being responsive.
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“Where are you?” he asked. “In the kitchen,” she said. “What are you doing?” “Working.” “Are you cold?” “No.” It's a pretty ordinary conversation, actually, if the two people are talking on phones, rather than touching. But she was in a hospital bed, clearly not in the garage. And he was standing by the bed, looking at his wife of many years.
the most helpful act is often simply being present and being responsive.
the most helpful act is often simply being…
the most helpful act is often simply being present and being responsive.
“Where are you?” he asked. “In the kitchen,” she said. “What are you doing?” “Working.” “Are you cold?” “No.” It's a pretty ordinary conversation, actually, if the two people are talking on phones, rather than touching. But she was in a hospital bed, clearly not in the garage. And he was standing by the bed, looking at his wife of many years.