HUNGRY GERALD

Today, HG is a venerable age–95. Never in HG’s wildest dreams did HG ever think HG would live so long. Some 50 years of two pack a day cigarette smoking (plus cigars). Heavy drinking—Martinis at lunch and cocktail hour. Radical cancer surgery. Nevertheless, HG is still alive–infirm but hungry–looking forward to a celebratory dinner (hosted by gifted daughter, Lesley R., and her illustrious husband, Professor and author Massimo R.). Matunuck Oyster Bar is the destination. The reason for HG’s longevity–BSK. The glorious woman has given HG 24/7 care for many years. Vitamins and medications, healthy and tasty meals, help in walking, dressing, etc. The list of things BSK does for HG is encyclopedic. This has meant sacrifice for BSK. Meeting HG’s demands gives BSK little time for BSK’s creativity–painting and pottery. Obviously, the solution is grim–farewell to HG life. HG doesn’t want that to happen –yet. And, BSK battles to keep Mr. 95 alive.