Smoke break

We first saw this couple on Thursday night in the emergency room. They were both in wheelchairs, being taken to a room. How sad, I thought. Tonight, they were in the parking garage, he still wearing hospital gown and socks. I figured they had been discharged, but no one had picked them up. Where were his street clothes? How sad.

The man gestured to me, but the woman spoke: "Do you smoke?"
"No." I've had a miserable three days and was barely polite.
"Are you sure you don't smoke? Because we need a lighter."

I took this photo as they were reentering the hospital. Guess it was just a smoke break.

[Delwyn Barnett]

Oh dear! Old age can be rather sad! This does paint a rather bleak picture.

[*lynn]

I was curious to read your story about this interesting capture. I didn't expect it to be a smoke break!

[katy]

My first question is why have you had a miserable three days?! Specially since you’re at the hospital!

I’m surprised they didn’t complain about you taking their photo. I’m wondering if the reason they were in the hospital is because of their cigarette have it. It is a rather bleak looking photo.

[katy]

I just read your comment on Ann’s photo. I don’t even know what to say Diane except I started praying for you and your family immediately. Please stay in touch.❣️

[*lynn]

I read your post on Ann's photo. Thinking of you Diane, and sending get well soon wishes to your husband. It's good your son will be with you.

[Ann H. LeFevre]

I am praying, praying, praying! My it's heartbreaking to see such addiction to cigarettes when health is so fragile. I looked through all my email addresses and can't seem to find yours- [e-mail]- send me yours and I will send out those pieces right away. You're in my heart, mind and prayers.