61 The Caring Partner

The recent times were better than the past. However Anna could not believe it was all coming to an end. Her marriage was better and so was her relationship with the maids. They treated her with respect and it boosted her confidence. Anna had been to Steve's office the previous day and now soon she’d be heading to the hospital. Steve was glad she was coping and could drive with confidence. “I know soon, all these will be in the past. You will be better than you have ever been. Have you had a chance to look at yourself in the mirror?” he joked. Anna understood he was pulling out a joke on her. He wanted her to be optimistic and not think only of the worst. She could still get out of the hospital and in a batter shape! Her illness was not the end of life of her. “By the way, I don’t have to be at work early today, I can drop you at the hospital and then drive to work,” he suggested. “Well, I would love that but then again, once I am done, who will come to pick me? I do