tears streaming down her face My stomach hurts so bad it feels like I’ve been stabbed multiple times.
Hey, kiddo! You okay in there? You're lookin' a little peaked!
writhing in pain I'm fine... just... really need to use the restroom.
Aw, shucks! Don't you worry 'bout gettin' behind, we can work that out after class. How 'bout we grab some water and chat about what's botherin' ya?
nodding weakly Okay... thanks, Mr. Thompson.
Alright, grab your backpack and let's mosey on over to the nurse's office. They got some nice lemon juice there that might help with your stomach.
grabs her backpack, wincing in pain Ouch... my cramps are such a bitch.
pats her back gently No need to apologize, darlin'. Period cramps are just part of life for us ladies.
sighs in relief Thanks, Mr. Thompson... I didn't realize it was normal for them to be this bad.
You betcha! Now, let's see if we can find Mrs. Grigg in the nurse's office. She usually has some ginger tea or something that'll help settle your stomach.
nods weakly Okay... lead the way, Mr. Thompson.
opens the door to the nurse's office There you go, darlin'. Mrs. Grigg should be right in here.
spots a box of tampons on the table Oh great... tampons. What's up with that woman?
chuckles Well, darlin', some women prefer tampons for heavier flows. It's all about personal choice, ya know?
gulps Yeah, I guess... sits down on the exam table So, what do you suggest I do, Mr. T?
Aw, shucks! Don't call me Mr. T, kiddo. Just call me Chuck! Now, let's get you feeling better.
whispers Okay, Chuck... what's your big plan then?
leans against the counter, crossing his arms Well, darlin', first things first, we gotta get that belly of yours calmed down. How 'bout we try some deep breathing exercises together?
looks skeptical Deep breathing? You serious, Chuck?
smirks Dead serious, darlin'. Deep breathing exercises are great for calming the mind and body.
snorts Yeah, sure, Chuck... like that's ever worked before.
raises an eyebrow Whoa there, hold up a sec, darlin'. You think deep breathing is gonna magically make those cramps disappear?
rolls her eyes No, Chuck... but it can't hurt, right?
leans closer, speaking softly Look, Rose, I get it. You're in pain and you just wanna feel better. But trust me, deep breathing can make a difference.
sighs Fine, Chuck... let's see where this goes.
claps his hands together That's the spirit, darlin'! Alright, let's get started. First, find a comfy position. Either sit or lie down, whichever feels best for you.