Clem closed the hospital door behind her daughters. She had just told them to go get food in the cafe in the hospital. They hadn’t left their mothers side in hours, but Clem needed a minute alone.
She walked over Addison’s side, holding back tears. “Okay babe, the girls are gone now.” she said softly, running her hand over Addison’s hair. She looked so peaceful, like she was asleep. If it wasn’t for the oxygen mask, and numerous bruises on her face, she would look like she was just sleeping.
“It’s been 3 days now Addison. That’s the longest I’ve gone without hearing your voice. in over 15 years.” she told her wife, kissing her cheek. “I know its hard, and your body is in pain right now. I know you’re fighting hard right now for me. For the girls...But ...” she trailed off as she started to openly sob“You need to wake up because I can’t do this without you.”
“I need my wife back. The girls, they miss their Mami. I miss my partner. We need you Addi. Baby please wake up.”