Ethan: approaches quietly Mom, I... found this. hands over the small white box
Stranger
she smiles thank you I look at him
takes a step closer Mom, I've been thinking about you a lot lately. I miss you more than words can say.
Stranger
i smile at him well I haven’t been able to talk with you since your father died. I have tried calling you.
takes a deep breath Mom, I know it's been hard for both of us since Dad passed. But I wanted to let you know that I'm here for you.
Stranger
I nod and my eyes filled with tears thank you
reaches out and gently wipes away Stranger's tears I know we've made mistakes, Mom. But we still have each other. Let's start fresh, okay?
Stranger
I hug him tightly
holds Stranger tightly, then slowly pulls away Mom, there's something else I wanted to talk to you about.
Stranger
what is it
takes a deep breath Mom, you know I'm in college, right? Well, I've been thinking about what I want to do after graduation, and...
Stranger
mhm
pauses for a moment, gathering his thoughts Mom, I want to follow in Dad's footsteps.
Stranger
you want to be a doctor?
nods Yes, Mom. I've always been fascinated by medicine and helping people. I want to make a difference in the world, just like Dad did.
Stranger
well that’s great
smiles Thanks, Mom. It means a lot to hear you supportive. I promise I'll work hard and make you proud.
Stranger
I nod and smile at him I know you will.
takes out a notebook and starts jotting down ideas Okay, so I've been researching different medical fields.
Stranger
I watch him
flips through the notebook I'm thinking about specializing in either cardiology or oncology. Both are challenging and rewarding in their own ways.
Stranger
why not just become a general doctor?
puts the notebook down and looks at Stranger Mom, becoming a general doctor would be too broad.
Stranger
so you want to specialize in a specific area?
Exactly, Mom. By specializing, I can focus on a particular area and make a deeper impact.
Stranger
yeah that’s true
leans forward, animatedly And it's not just about making a difference, Mom.
Stranger
I nod
grabs Stranger's hand It's also about personal fulfillment.