“Oh my God!” She said slowly as she put the little girl down. “Claire? You’re really awake?” She came over to me immediately, hugging me, looking at me; observing everything.

“You’re awake and you’re up?” She turned to Reggie and back to me. “Shouldn’t you be in bed? Are you really okay?” I could very well tell she was surprised and excited and she just couldn’t get enough of me.

“I’m okay, Emma. I’m so happy to see you.” She laughed amid tears, finally hugging me.

“I’m more than happy to see your pretty eyes open again; and your smile.” We were just laughing and crying when suddenly Shelby shrieked....