He recognized her! Sometimes he did not, but this time his smile and tender whisper of her name sent a quiver of hope into her heart. Spontaneously she kissed him, her soft lips locked on his for a few moments. "I am here, Nate. I won't run away...I promise." she hugged him again.<br/><br/>She wanted so badly for him to get better. For the old days to return. She sat on the chair next to him, scooting it close enough so she could hold his hand and reassure him. "We will get you through this. I know we will. I think our love is strong enough. You are strong, Nate. You can learn to manage it." she smiled at him. That radiant smile that always seemed to bring a grin from him in return.  Her blue eyes filled with love and affection.<br/><br/>She knew the doctor would be back soon. "He said he would give us a couple minutes, Nate. Please, don't hold things back from him. He is trying to help you. If this doctor doesn't work we will find you another. But try to understand, these guys are experts. They are here to help you. I love you, Nate." she leaned to kiss him again even as she heard the sound of footsteps in the hall.