'I AM A lucky boy. We have a strong Wi-Fi connection today. So I can watch my favourite series.'

'That's great, and you enjoy it. Do you want a cup of tea?'

'Thanks, mum, I'd love one, with a biscuit or three?'

'One biscuit, watch your weight,' mum said.

'Ow, go on, let's agree on two?'

Since my accident, I have played no sport. However, I did watch the football. Does that count as exercise?

Five minutes later, she carried a plate of biscuits on a tray. She expected a smile. Instead, I smashed the teacup, saucer and cookie-piled plate. I knocked it cleanly from her hands.

'Christ, Patrick, what are you thinking?' Mum fought to keep her temper. I chuckled to see the colour change on her c...

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