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month for.
Sarah was showing signs of waking up. This time it was Alex, her husband who
called me. He was nearly in tears.
    “She’s waking up!” He
cried.
    “Thank god!” I replied
happily, “How do you know?” I asked, emotion thick in my voice.
    “The doctors said her
signs are improving rapidly, and they think she will wake soon.” He said. He
sounded exhausted.
    “I’ll get the next
possible flight and be home as soon as I can.” I said.
    “That would be great. She
will want to see you. We all do.” Alex replied quietly.
    “I’ll see you soon Alex.”
I said, hanging up.
    I got in touch with Brad
and Chris, and let them know how my sister was doing. They offered to drop me
at the airport in Calgary as soon as I had my flight booked. It didn’t take me
long.
    “You didn’t have to do
this guys.” I said, as I watched the mountains pass by.
    “Of course we did mate!
You would do the same for us if we were in your shoes. No doubt about it.” Brad
replied. Chris murmured his agreement, “Besides! Gives us a chance to get out
of Banff for a bit. I don’t know about you boys, but I’ve been feeling a bit
trapped lately. It’s a bit hard to describe.” Brad added, as he emphasized his
words with his hands.
    “I know exactly what you
mean.” Chris said, looking over at me.
    “Me too.” I agreed, “I
love the place, but it seems like we’re trapped in a bubble.” I added.
    “That’s a good way to put
it! The Banff bubble! I think I’ll use that.” Chris said.
    “Banff bubble huh. Time
seems slower and days pass by without even knowing, and you think nothing of
it. I wouldn’t change my little adventure for anything though. I’ve met amazing
people and I’m by far better off for it.” I started, “No matter where we end up
boys, I feel like I’ve made friends for life with you two.” I said, “I’d love
to come back, but I just don’t know what’s going to happen with my sister so I
can’t know for sure. Whatever happens. Wherever you boys end up, you’ll always
have a friend in me.” I finished. The car was filled with silence for a moment
as Brad and Chris took in my words.
    “You too James. You’ll
always be welcome wherever I end up buddy.” Chris said finally. Brad wasn’t far
behind.
    “I’m not much for speeches
mate but same with me. Hope we get to see you soon!” He said with a grin.
    It was hard to
say goodbye to the guys after spending so much time together. We had become
fast friends, but I knew it wasn’t going to be the last I saw of these guys. I
waved as I walked towards the gate. I thought of all the fun times we had in
Banff and knew this wasn’t the end of my adventure, but instead, just the start
of another chapter.

Chapter Six
    Seat B row 15. The flight
home was long, uneventful, and exhausting. Exiting the plane in Adelaide
airport I walked into the terminal to be greeted by my mother waving. A tear
streaking down her cheek. It was hard to watch, and my throat choked up at the
sight of her.
    Rushing over to her I
hugged her fiercely and held her for a long time. “I’m so happy to see you.”
She said, releasing her hold of me.
    “I’m happy to see you too
Mum! It must have been a hard month on you. How’s Alex and Dad?” I asked
softly.
    “They are doing alright.
Alex was a wreck at the start. Well, we all were at the start. The doctors
convinced us it was all positive signs for Sarah. We visit her every day hoping
for change and it finally happened two days ago. Your Dad has been in and out
as much as he can, but he’s been busy with work as usual. I don’t blame him
though, since we can’t all stop our lives.” She said. We moved toward the
luggage carousel and changed subject to speaking of the little things that
occurred while I was away. Collecting my bags we went to the car and left.
    “Mum. Can we go straight
to the hospital please? I’d like to see Sarah as soon as I can.” I requested.
    “Of course dear.”