Legacy

Legacy

by Joy Hinckley

Characters:  Crystal   a community in-home care worker. Age 20s – 30s

Danny   an old man, one of her clients. He could have a slight residual trace of a German accent.

Setting: A park overlooking a view. A bench.

Danny and Crystal enter, with Crystal trailing Danny. Danny walks slowly with the aid of a wheely walker. Crystal is talking quietly into her mobile phone.

Crystal Have you looked under his bed? Honestly Dave, I’ve no idea. Just keep looking. Yes, I’m nearly on my way. Well, I might be a little bit late. Yes, I know how ratty he gets without his squishy monkey. I know, but – I’ll be home as soon as I can. Put on his favourite video.

Danny glances back, frowning. Crystal gives him a Be right there wave, and he gives his head a little shake and continues towards the bench muttering.

Danny   Squishy monkey.

Crystal Into phone. Look, I’m at work, OK? I’ve got to go. She ends the call, and catches up with Danny as he arrives at the bench. Here we are, Danny. Let’s get you sitting down. It’s hot, isn’t it?

During the above, Danny sits, hand to chest as he regains his breath. Crystal hands him his water bottle, and takes hers from her bag. They sip.

Danny That’s better. That path has gotten steeper! Thank you for stopping. I used to come here with my Ruthie. We would just hold hands and look at this view and think about how lucky we are. Looks down at his watch.  But Crystal, I’m