Okay, I'm back …. This isn't all of chapter six, but it's been so long since I've done anything I thought I better post this. Moving and a new job have gotten the better of me…. Busy busy busy… I can write at work, but I can't type, and I'm lazy… but I've managed to put together some ideas and turn them into this …. i'm now going to send out a plea… with all this work I don't have the time or inclination to edit …. I could really use a beta … any takers – it would be greatly appreciated and make it a bit easier on me… thank you all for the great reviews ….i hope my dry period has ended and you'll
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Chapter 6: Breakfast with daddy.
At the same time that Chichiri was having his little run in with Dr Baker; Saxie was struggling to regain consciences. Outside her window a robin was running a risk of death by stiletto by performing a chipper serenade. Saxie rolled over and looked at her clock. Crap, she jumped out of bed pulling clothes out of her closet. She was supposed to be at her fathers for breakfast in fifteen minutes. Forgoing her morning shower, Saxie threw on the clothes she had grabbed, not bothering to make sure they matched. She grabbed her purse and some sandals and flew out the door, down the stairs, and straight into Ralph.
"Scuzemegottago" She muttered as she pushed him out of the way. She made a beeline out he front door and too her car leaving in her wake a blushing Ralph and half the change in her purse.
She slipped her sandals on her feet as she sat in the car and paused for a breath… and realized this was her dad, he wouldn't mind if she were late.
Saxie sat on the patio with her father. It was a beautiful day and she had long since shaken the urge to commit birdicide. On the table were the remains of the most divine scones she had ever eaten and her favorite hot sweet tea.
"So" her father said looking a little flustered "your pants are a very interesting shade of orange"
"They were a gift from mother" Saxie glared down at the bright orange pants.
"Well I think the hot pink flowers make an interesting touch, your mother always had interesting taste"
"Do you think we could change the subject" Saxie's face was turning a very interesting shade of purple. "How are you feeling, you went home yesterday, I was worried about you"
"Yes, I'm sorry, just a bit of stomach trouble. Tony said he would let you know"
"Did he now, he must have been very busy, he never got around to mentioning it. Speaking of Dr. Baker."
"Yes, of course, I wanted to thank you for being so kind to him. He's gone through a lot since he lost his parents last year. His father and I graduated together. Did I tell you that, we were good friends? I feel I owe it to Karl to take care of his son. I know he would have done the same thing for you if things had been reversed."
"Uhm …. Yeah.. right, dad I'm a little worried about Dr. Baker. His patients seem to be a bit… uhm"
"Oh don't worry, Tony graduated with honors you know. The best of the best, we're lucky to have him."
"Right," Saxie decided to change the subject. Her dad was looking a little pale. Better to bring it up when he was feeling better. "Oh did I tell you Bob came over to see me last night?" Saxie and her father chatted aimlessly for a while longer.
"So what are your plans for day today anyway?" Saxie asked her father.
"Well I really wanted to go into the hospital and make sure things are doing alright, maybe check in on the new kids."
"Are you sure your feeling up for that dad, maybe you should just take it easy today. If you'd like I can stop in and check up on things for you. I'll bring you a detailed report."
"Maybe your right, I do feel a little lightheaded. Okay, but have Doris call me so we can go over a few things."
"No problem dad, you just get some rest," Saxie stood up leaning over to give her father a kiss goodbye. "I'll talk to you later," She started to head to her car.
"Uhm …. Saxie, I know it's the weekend, but you might want to go home first, and put on something a little less…. Uhm, colorful. You might scare some of the patients."
"Ha ha, very funny."
