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Chapter 7 UNSETTLED

 

We conclude the conversation and

Christine understands my needs and wants

We bestow each other a hug and part ways

She assures me that she shall start looking for flats

convinces me to stay in London

Not to worry about being alone

 

I take my belongings and heave my heavy body up the steps to my room

Once there I unwrap my gift and hold it up to the mirror

It appears quite lovely, the color and the shape

I suppose I shall try it on

Well, I presume, nothing looks elegant on a pregnant woman

I twirl around at different angles in front of the mirror

Nay very pleased at what I see

 

I move to the bed, plant my legs straight away

And enjoy a few minutes of relaxation

Shopping is quite taxing on my body

It appears to me that I have too much on my mind to entirely unwind

T’s not just the baby fluttering

in addition, I must turn my attention to my soldier

I have only seen him once since I have been in London

It unsettles me to see him in his present condition

Yet I must speak to the doctor to find out what his future

Appears to be

From my perspective, I have no idea what course this illness takes

I seek to keep calm, yet we are bonded in love and I must do the honorable thing

I gingerly creep down the stairs

Holding the rails firm

I utilize the guest telephone in the hall

Speak uneasily to the operator

Who renders the number at the hospital

My hands tremble as I dial

the receptionist connects me to his nurse

I inquire about a visit to see his doctor

She informs me 8:00 AM tomorrow

I lay the phone in its cradle

While I ponder the upcoming meeting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Reviews

[Coyote Poetry]

Hard life. A baby in her stomach and a sick soldier. Would be a hard place to be. You made the reader feel the questions and the worry. Thank you dear Betty for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you John for your lovely review, much appreciated!
Warmly, B

[John the Baptist]

The young lady continues her sojourn in London. Her pregnancy is progressing, and she must put that first, but she can't forget about her wounded soldier. She doesn't know what to hope for, so she attempts to communicate with his doctor. Much still seems uncertain for her.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thanks for an in-depth review my friend and your unwavering support
Warmly
B🌷🌷🌷

[Sami Khalil]

I enjoy your stories a lot.
Full of tension and excitement.
You have a knack for that.
Excellent installment.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Sami for your fine review and support!
Warmly, B

[Sami Khalil]

You are welcome Betty.

[Pete]

tension mounts. a high strung write unfolding ever more of this torn, love story ... and baby makes three ...

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Pete, a fine review and thank you for your support!😊
Warmly
B🌷🌷

[Patricia]

of course i am behind on your writing but as always your writing is wonderful as ever. intriguing, i am guessing this is a period piece which i love, I will have to back track.

[Betty Hermelee]

Hi P! Yes it is a period piece and go bs k to “a Subtle Smile” and look for the weird print… I’ll send you a message.. thank you for you review!!!😊👍💕

[Beren]

aww! it was a very nice and flowing episode again. I can literally picture every scene in my mind. You have successfully captured the visuality as always. I'm looking forward to the next episode, let's see what the doctor says.

[Betty Hermelee]

You found it!!! Lovely review, and thank you for supporting me on this venture!
Warmly, B

[Lorry]

I was wondering about how this tale was going and now I know that the saga continues with being nearer your soldier and doubts about the future still pray on the protagonists mind, just like we all do.
I like the almost quaint ending with you getting an appointment the next morning. Here at least you have to phone in the morning to see if you can get a callback time to see the doctor before he decides if a visit is required. Ah, the happy carefree days of yesteryear! 😃

[Betty Hermelee]

Yes!! This is a sequel for another book, it just goes on and on!!! Thank you Lorry , you’re a dear one for your support
Warmly B😊

[jacob erin-cilberto]

interesting story and I know exactly what the subject of the story is feeling about not being able to unwind.

I really liked your book Betty...will you have another soon?

[Betty Hermelee]

Thanks so much J, yes this is part of the sequel for another book with the same protagonist!!! It just continues!🌷🌷🌷
Warmly B