It's Magic! (Read 9,016 times)

[djm]

Great chapter. So glad that someone is taking Brady to task for what he did to Victor. Wonder what they are going to find out about Caroline. Serving Chow Main. I did not know that was even on the menu at the Pub. Thanks for the chapter Kpatch. Tomorrow is my last day then I am on the road to Cody. Will have to read the rest when I get back.

[melly]

Best line of the day to Caroline: "I'm more sane than you and your brother put together."
Amen, sister. Amen.

[Kpatch]

SALEM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, NEUROLOGY, EXAMINATION ROOM

Dr. Patel: Sorry to keep you waiting, Mrs. Brady. I’m Dr. Patel.
Caroline: They told me I didn’t need to change into a dressing gown. But if you think I do, I will. I always have to change into a dressing gown.
Dr. Patel: You are fine the way you are Mrs. Brady.
Caroline: Who do I talk to about the dressing gowns? They’re just awful. They leave nothing to the imagination. A patient deserves a little dignity, you know.
Dr. Patel: This isn’t that kind of examination, Mrs. Brady. Mostly, I will be asking you a series of questions.
Caroline: Like a test?
Dr. Patel: Yes, exactly.
Caroline: I hate tests. I never do well. Except for Jeopardy. Do you know Alex Trebek?
Dr. Patel: No ma’am.
Caroline: The only answer I ever get right is the Final Jeopardy one. Actually, it’s not the answer. It’s the question. Like “What Is Serbia?”
Dr. Patel: This test has no right or wrong answers. You don’t need to be nervous.
Caroline: How am I supposed to feel? My son thinks I’m crazy.
Dr. Patel: Why don’t we begin? Tell me your name.
Caroline: Are you blind? It’s on the chart.
Dr. Patel: What is your birth date?
Caroline: That’s personal.
Dr. Patel: You don’t have to tell me the year.
Caroline: April 13th.
Dr. Patel: What is today’s date?
Caroline: April 13th.
Dr. Patel: Who is the current president of the United States?
Caroline: Abe Lincoln Carver.
Dr. Patel: Who was the first president?
Caroline: Abe Washington Carver.
Dr. Patel. Spell the word “World.”
Caroline: W-O-R-L-D.
Dr. Patel: Now please spell World backwards.
Caroline: D. Um. D-R-L-O.
Dr. Patel: What is my name?
Caroline: Doctor ... um. Do you know Dr. Jonas? He’s my regular doctor. I think he’s a neurologist too. He does everything.


To be continued ...

[MrsM]

Uh oh. Sounds like she is losing it!!!
djm- have a safe trip!!

[ghoulgirl]

Ooohh, interesting chapter. Cannot wait for tomorrows. I wonder what is wrong with Caroline?!?

[djm]

Wow. Poor Caroline. She is not doing very well. I also wonder what is wrong with her. Maybe she is being given a drug to make her lose her mind and therefore not remembering Victor. That way no competition for Maggie.

[Pallison]

I'm depressed now thinking about poor Caroline slipping away into her own little world......you are versatile kpatch....versatile and talented.....

[sportsgirl]

I think Caroline is confused like I am... There's a Dr Patel? I also thought Dr Jonas did it all??? ;D

[Kpatch]

SALEM UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, NEUROLOGY, CONSULTATION ROOM

Dr. Patel: Based on my evaluation, I would say your mother is in Stage 3 or 4 of Alzheimer’s Disease.
Bo: What does that mean?
Dr. Patel: Alzheimer’s is typically classified in 7 stages. Your mother has past the early stages, but she is still able to function without assistance. Tell me about her lifestyle.
Bo: Ma runs a restaurant. The Brady Pub. She volunteers at St. Mary’s and University Hospital. She goes to church every week. Switches paternity tests. And she babysits all the time.
Dr. Patel: Does she live alone?
Bo: Basically, yes. She lives above the Pub.
Dr. Patel: I think you should consider having someone live with her.
Bo: Is it that bad?
Dr. Patel: Not yet, but it would be best if someone were around to look after her as her health declines.
Bo: You make it sound like there’s no cure.
Dr. Patel: That’s correct. There is no cure. There are drugs I can prescribe that will help some of the symptoms, such as forgetfulness, but there is no way to stop the progression of the disease.
Bo: Jeez.
Dr. Patel: Here is some literature for you to read from the Alzheimer’s Association, along with the website and information about support groups … both for the patient and for the family. He looks at his pager. I have to take this. Please do not hesitate to call me if you have further questions.


KIRIAKIS MANSION

Daniel: I just went down to the police station to file a complaint about the paternity test switch.
Victor: Good! We want the person responsible to be charged to the full extent of the law.
Daniel: Wait ... ‘til you ... hear this. The officer on duty told me the case was closed.
Victor: Closed??? I didn’t know it had even been opened. I’m calling Bo. We’re going to get to the bottom of this.
Daniel: Put down ... your phone, Victor. Bo’s the one who closed the case.
Victor: What did you say???


To be continued ...

Looking ahead: Tune in tomorrow for a grrreat scene with Maggie and Victor!

[DancingDays]

Somehow, Caroline's Alzheimer's isn't all that surprising. It's funny how this reads as all the stuff that happened off camera. Helps fills in the holes. Thanks kpatch! :-)

[ghoulgirl]

Whoo hoo! Can't wait for tomorrow's episode.
Thanks for another great chapter!!

[Tom Horton]

Maybe I should be tested because I don't think Caroline sounds that "off" for Salem - she still seems as "normal" as anyone else there. I love how the neurologist didn't blink an eye at Bo casually including the switching of paternity tests as a part of Caroline's regular routine.

Thanks Kpatch - great chapters!!

[Pallison]

Well, you think Caroline's family will step up to the plate or be like they were about money in a previous story...

[melly]

Love Bo's description of Ma...runs the pub, volunteers, switches paternity tests, babysits all the time...

[Kpatch]

KIRIAKIS MANSION, VICTOR’S STUDY

Maggie: You seem distracted, Victor.
Victor: Sorry. A lot on my mind.
Maggie: Well, if this is a bad time for you to look at my books, we can do it another time.
Victor: No, we can do it now.
Maggie: What is it, Victor? What’s on your mind?
Victor: I’m thinking about my son.
Maggie: You miss Philip, don’t you?
Victor: Philip? Oh, yes, of course. Not a day goes by where I don’t think about him. But it’s Bo I’m worried about. I left him a message and ...
Maggie: What’s wrong with Bo?
Victor: Sometimes he does things that defy logic. One of these days he’s going to get himself into a situation he simply cannot get out of.
Maggie: You’re being cryptic again. I don’t understand what you mean.
Victor: If you don’t mind, I’d like to drop the subject.
Maggie takes Victor’s hand.
Maggie: I’m here when you’re ready to talk about it.
Victor: Thank you, Maggie. And I’m well aware that you’re only asking for my advice about your records because you don’t want me to feel useless.
Maggie: What? I’m doing no such thing!
Victor: You’re a terrible liar.
Maggie: Victor Kiriakis! You are the least useless man I’ve ever known.
Victor chuckles.
Victor: Thank you. I think. ... But, I know you have an accountant for your business, and a lawyer, and a tax advisor. You don’t need me putting in my two cents.
Maggie: Your two cents are more valuable than most.
Victor looks at Maggie intently. He catches her eye and she realizes he means business.


To be continued Monday ...