I usually tell her to remember to clean up her mess, but she never does; every time she watches TV, I have to clean up.

But, given my lack of company for her, I can't bear being too tough with her.

I quietly pushed in her door, , set the cup of warm water beside her bedside, and then left.

The viewpoint of Irene Nadine

When the door was shut, I gently opened my eyes and gazed at the water cup beside my bedside, my eyes a little dim.

I occasionally walk downstairs in the middle of the night to drink water. He thoughtfully purchased a thermos cup for me...