Between Rains by Kellie Coates Gilbert

Author:Kellie Coates Gilbert [Gilbert, Kellie Coates]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781734459869
Publisher: Amnos Media Group

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The morning of Wylie’s doctor appointment dawned with an overcast sky. Clouds hung low over the bay and spat at Rhett and his folks with occasional droplets through a light fog as they made their way out to the rental car.

“I still don’t know why we have to make a trip all the way to Portland when we’ve already seen a doctor,” Grace said over her shoulder. She shook her head and tucked herself into the back seat.

“Mom, we’ve been over this,” Rhett reminded as he closed the door behind her. He climbed into the driver’s seat and turned on the ignition as Wylie entered the car from the opposite side. “Dr. Michaels is a specialist. He’s led a team of highly respected researchers at the Brain Institute. He’s considered the best of the best.”

“I’m not sure he can add to what we already know,” his mother muttered.

The drive to Portland took a little over two hours. Rhett drove his folks and Jared and Leila followed in Jared’s pickup. Wes had stayed home with the boys, his cooperation secured by Rhett’s offer to pay for pizza delivery and a six-pack.

The parking lot was full, which caused Rhett to have to circle around hunting for a spot, even at this early hour. He found himself getting insanely aggravated on the third pass, especially when his mother kept pointing. “There, son. There’s one.” Then she’d sigh, “Oh, never mind. It’s taken.”

Finally, he spotted a van with its rear lights on, indicating an intention to back up. Rhett’s jaw stiffened as he pulled to a stop and waited, giving the guy plenty of room to back up. Seconds later, there was no movement. Rhett laid on the horn.

“Honey, have some patience,” his mother quickly admonished.

It took everything in Rhett to remain quiet. Finally, the slow-poke pulled from the spot and Rhett was able to ease his rental car in place.

The Oregon Health Sciences University lobby was buzzing with activity. A long granite counter was located at the back of the large area. The wall behind the counter was decorated with stone and a calming waterfall fell into a water feature.

Several patients and their families lined up in front of the counter, waiting for directions and instructions on how to check in for their appointments. Rhett tucked his jacket over his arm and led his folks across the shiny floor to their place in line.

“How long do you think this will take?” his mother asked, her voice filled with apprehension.

“How long what will take?” Wylie asked, his expression confused.

Rhett scowled. “Your appointment, Pop. Remember? We’re here to see Dr. Michaels?”

His dad lifted his chin. “I remember.”

Rhett wasn’t so sure he had remembered. Twice this morning, he’d had to mention the appointment to his dad. Once, when he’d pulled on his mucking boots and headed across the lawn to the oyster beds like it was a normal workday.

Now that Rhett was aware his dad was struggling, he saw a lot of evidence. He forgot to tie his shoe and nearly tripped over the string in the kitchen.

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