Shaved Ice for a Disabled Friend" by Steve Adams

Shaved Ice for a Disabled Friend

I have a friend who is a disabled vet and who suffers from a myriad of conditions.  His medical situation has been chaotic and he is currently hospitalized.  Between bringing him things he needs or just visiting, I have spent more time than I like in hospitals lately.

I was over to visit yesterday and brought him a new laptop.  The weather was hot and humid and I broke out in sweat carrying the bags into the hospital.  We visited for several hours and I got the new laptop working well for him.

As the evening progressed, it was time to leave and I again trudged out to the car, fighting the late afternoon’s near tropical conditions.  As I drove out, I passed a little ice cream shop where you park, order the refreshment and eat it on the outdoor tables.  To my delight, they offered shaved ice with my favorite Lemon-Lime flavoring.  Excitedly, I walked up to the window and placed my order only to be informed that the shaved ice machine broke earlier in the day.

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