Chapter 72

“Brian’s mom and Louisa are going to be staying there for the foreseeable future. Also, call the doc and tell him I need a strong and competent nurse’s aide, preferably male, along with a lease for Dr. Harris to set up an office in the building across the street from the house. Explain to the doc that he will be able to see other patients. However, his main concern will be caring for Brian’s mother, whom I suspect is bipolar, maybe schizophrenic and under-medicated from her own description. Yes, there is the danger of violence, slight, but there nonetheless. If I need to hire three separate shifts to see to Irene, I will. The doc will help with the details. Call Jim Boy for any additional help.

“Irene, my housekeeper’s sister Louisa is going to stay with you along with nurses who will help with your spells. Are you sure this is acceptable?”

Irene said, looking pointedly at Brain, “It’s about time someonetook care of my needs.”