As Grandma May put it, the young family members had to work. It was hard for them to find time out of their day to keep her company.

“You’re impossible to talk to. Every time we speak, you somehow kill the conversation. I’d rather talk to Sheila.”

Alex was lost for words.

Sheila burst into laughter. “I think you’re mistaken, Grandma May. I think Alex is a delight to talk to. He knows a lot. I can talk about anything with him. He has some input even when we discuss medical topics.”

“Well,