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vixmuyo there is our good samaritan.
And that there handsome doctor sounds like he's particularly sensitive to Reis and Marcus's situation, doesn't he? Wanna see more of him, and hear about some exciting things to come? Y'all need to go check out these two links. Cuz yeah. Some really exciting things coming from
Sidian. . . .
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/8071838/
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/8071823/
This comic is a sequel! The first comic, 'Cruelty', can be read here: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/3704554/
Posting this disclaimer on every page, so no one can say they didn't see it. No need to read it if you already have, it's just for newcomers:
- This comic will contain adult content, swearing, violence, death, and some very difficult political and social subject matter. If you're the sort of sensitive person who can't handle that, this comic is not for you.
- Not ALL of the content in this comic will be posted online. I'll be withholding one of the adult scenes from the online release, reserved for the eventual print release. HOWEVER. Just like 'Cruelty', this comic WILL have one full adult scene posted online. Any complaints about the withheld content will be ignored, and likely scorned by the folks who DO enjoy what's posted online. So don't be an ass.
- This comic is GAY. GAY GAY GAY GAY GAY! I cannot express this ENOUGH, seeing as there was some confusion with 'Cruelty'. This comic follows the storyline of 'Cruelty' regardless of which 'path' you took, but it is assumed the characters eventually began a relationship. The comic deals with gay issues, as well as a gay relationship. Deal with it, or GTFO.
vixmuyo there is our good samaritan. And that there handsome doctor sounds like he's particularly sensitive to Reis and Marcus's situation, doesn't he? Wanna see more of him, and hear about some exciting things to come? Y'all need to go check out these two links. Cuz yeah. Some really exciting things coming from
Sidian. . . .http://www.furaffinity.net/view/8071838/
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/8071823/
This comic is a sequel! The first comic, 'Cruelty', can be read here: http://www.furaffinity.net/view/3704554/
Posting this disclaimer on every page, so no one can say they didn't see it. No need to read it if you already have, it's just for newcomers:
- This comic will contain adult content, swearing, violence, death, and some very difficult political and social subject matter. If you're the sort of sensitive person who can't handle that, this comic is not for you.
- Not ALL of the content in this comic will be posted online. I'll be withholding one of the adult scenes from the online release, reserved for the eventual print release. HOWEVER. Just like 'Cruelty', this comic WILL have one full adult scene posted online. Any complaints about the withheld content will be ignored, and likely scorned by the folks who DO enjoy what's posted online. So don't be an ass.
- This comic is GAY. GAY GAY GAY GAY GAY! I cannot express this ENOUGH, seeing as there was some confusion with 'Cruelty'. This comic follows the storyline of 'Cruelty' regardless of which 'path' you took, but it is assumed the characters eventually began a relationship. The comic deals with gay issues, as well as a gay relationship. Deal with it, or GTFO.
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- Reis's father OD'd when Reis was 5, before Marcus met him. He died in a hospital. Reis has been terrified of hospitals, to this day
I'm surprised nobody seems to have remembered this yet.
- Reis's father OD'd when Reis was 5, before Marcus met him. He died in a hospital. Reis has been terrified of hospitals, to this day
I'm surprised nobody seems to have remembered this yet.
I dunno, usually a morphine drip has a box under the bag that regulates the dosage according to pre-set parameters, but Reis's IV seems to go straight from the bag to his arm, so it might be some kind of a non-opioid alternative to morphine or something else entirely. Plus, if it were morphine, Reis would be a lot calmer than he apparently is. Morphine makes you damn near incapable of giving a shit about anything.
Depends on your tolerance level. I have both an abnormally high tolerance level to medications, and am forced by chronic pain to use Meds which increase that tolerance. Because of that even with more then double the dose which will knock most people right out I'm only mildly loopy.
With him being a recovered addict he'd probably be able to remain awake and fairly coherent.
With him being a recovered addict he'd probably be able to remain awake and fairly coherent.
Well, if that hospital takes medicaid or medicare, they could get sued. At least there is some progress, but until we get the idiots out of congress. We're stuck without a law that covers any hospital, public or private, whether the take medicaid/medicare or not.
http://ctlgbtlaw.wordpress.com/2011.....ons-in-effect/
http://ctlgbtlaw.wordpress.com/2011.....ons-in-effect/
Given the injuries, I think it'll be quite a while before he's even able to follow through on getting that job, if he can even still pursue it. I know with sports a torn ACL can be career ending, and being a police officer can be very physicaly demanding. After that, with getting an education in law, I'm sure Marcus can handle the potential complications if Reis is still taking pain killers when he follows up. More likely, he'll have to wait until he's no longer in pain to pass any physical examinations they have.
However, relapse is a potential danger, though Marcus will be at his side every moment he can for sure.
However, relapse is a potential danger, though Marcus will be at his side every moment he can for sure.
Oh yeah. Not saying it's going to be impossible for him to get the job, just that it's going to take a lot of time and work, nevermind the danger of relapse which Marcus is probably going to have to help him with.
I've been hit by a car, believe me, I know heavy painkillers are most certainly necessary with those kinds of injuries, but I've also had to overcome addiction (good ol' cigarettes) and I know how easy it can be to fall right back into >.<
Even if all goes well for him, which dear gods he certainly deserves for once, it's still not going to be easy. That's all I meant.
I've been hit by a car, believe me, I know heavy painkillers are most certainly necessary with those kinds of injuries, but I've also had to overcome addiction (good ol' cigarettes) and I know how easy it can be to fall right back into >.<
Even if all goes well for him, which dear gods he certainly deserves for once, it's still not going to be easy. That's all I meant.
was thinking more along the lines of what happens to about half of all drug addicts that have to be medicated medically later after they've 'cleaned up'. they tend to relaps. they also tend to loose their minds whenever a heavy dose is slammed into their system quickly in emergency situations (sudden high level of dopamine can cause mild confusion and hysteria).
so yes. jeopardy in two places, medically and now that he's busted up employablity
so yes. jeopardy in two places, medically and now that he's busted up employablity
It should have been in his medical files, which I should imagine someone should be able to acquire without major incidence. In fact, since Marcus should have been his emergency contact, this kind of shows explicit negligence on the part of these EMTs for not taking the only person with any knowledge of his medical history with them for treatment.
I'm not trying to bash the medical industry, but I think it's also fair to say this does well to show some of the issues in it.
I'm not trying to bash the medical industry, but I think it's also fair to say this does well to show some of the issues in it.
True...And wasn't the whole addiction thing swept under the rug? Either because the record was sealed. (Due to him being a minor when the drug thing happened.) or because it was knocked down to a minor infraction?
Soooo could have been omitted due to legal reasons...An interesting thought...
Soooo could have been omitted due to legal reasons...An interesting thought...
Now, I'm not privy to how the medical world operates but...
I am forced to imagine that even if someone's records say 'use to pop oxy like they were pez candies' they're still going to pump them full of something for the pain after getting roadwaffled. On the relative risk vs benefit scale not having them going through a medieval torture session as you reset broken bones probably outweighs the chance of them relapsing just a mite.
I am forced to imagine that even if someone's records say 'use to pop oxy like they were pez candies' they're still going to pump them full of something for the pain after getting roadwaffled. On the relative risk vs benefit scale not having them going through a medieval torture session as you reset broken bones probably outweighs the chance of them relapsing just a mite.
In the medical field, even if the charts state that the individual did at one time have a drug addiction at one time they cannot withhold pain medications or other necessities as these are used to keep said individual from going into shock, subdue any rash or dangerous behavior due to head trauma, and other fun events. The only time medications are forbidden to be used is if the charts state an allergy or some other serious medical reasoning or religious faith/practice. Now, if the individual is conscious and alert and able to form clear, concise reasoning and sentences then they can verbally deny any pain medications from being administered. But considering he came in in that traumatic state, it's pretty unavoidable really.
I would think that the drip is some kind of saline solution or something similar simply to keep him hydrated.
It also provides a way of preforming injection without sticking the patient repeatedly. If the patient were to go into convulsions it would be nearly impossible to safely give the patient an injection, however it is a safe alternative to make the injection into the IV.
I spent 43 days in the hospitable as a kid. Had an IV almost the entire time.
It also provides a way of preforming injection without sticking the patient repeatedly. If the patient were to go into convulsions it would be nearly impossible to safely give the patient an injection, however it is a safe alternative to make the injection into the IV.
I spent 43 days in the hospitable as a kid. Had an IV almost the entire time.
I wasn't questioning what was in the IV drip, but was commenting on why and how those in the medical field administer pain medications despite past drug affiliations and the like. I have also had my fair share of hospital visits as a child and during the past couple years. Having kids will certainly associate you with needles, pain medications, and IV drip bags. Joy~
agreed roan. His records are also in a different part of the country.
Also its not just the fact that it is in his system. Most addictions have a physiological and psychological attachment where if it gets back into your system it actually triggers a response. These reactions tend to bring people back into addiction and the addictions tend to be stronger the 2nd time around.
just my 2cents
Also its not just the fact that it is in his system. Most addictions have a physiological and psychological attachment where if it gets back into your system it actually triggers a response. These reactions tend to bring people back into addiction and the addictions tend to be stronger the 2nd time around.
just my 2cents
That's just wrong.. It really makes me mad to think in these circumstances that being gay can stop you from seeing your loved one, when they clearly want to see you. Like, what if they actually were dying? And because your 'gay' which is just a way of living can stop you from sharing your last moments with them, someone you LOVE is dying and there all there alone.. Just sickens me.
I'm SO glad he Isn't dead
I'm SO glad he Isn't dead
As someone else has already said, I think it's more to do with the fact they are not related or married. I think it's the same for anyone, regardless of gender or orientation. That said my knowledge of the US medical system isn't that great.
Cynical as it may sound, I always imagine (in a jokey way, not seriously) American hospitals as having cash-registers on the front-desk!
Cynical as it may sound, I always imagine (in a jokey way, not seriously) American hospitals as having cash-registers on the front-desk!
First off, typically, only next of kin are allowed in the Emergency Room to see a patient. That can be by blood (parent, sibling, child) or marriage (spouse). But, in most states, in the US, gays are not allowed to marry so they cannot get into the ER and are not allowed to make decissions for their unconcious partner.
As for the cash register, not quite, but close. By law, ERs must treat everyone regardless of ability to pay. Does not mean they cannot ask for money or send you a bill afterward. The couple of times I have been to an ER, their certainly was an attitude change when I pulled out my insurance card backed by the rather large company by which i am employed.
As for the cash register, not quite, but close. By law, ERs must treat everyone regardless of ability to pay. Does not mean they cannot ask for money or send you a bill afterward. The couple of times I have been to an ER, their certainly was an attitude change when I pulled out my insurance card backed by the rather large company by which i am employed.
I was not trying to suggest that the ban on gay marriage is anything less than a totally shitty thing to do. This proves that it can be potentially fatal too, not that people who backed such bans would care much...
I am confused at some American's aversion to free medical care and have been disgusted by the actions and attitudes of a select few. I hope they are in a minority...
The NHS in the UK cops for some flak but it really is a godsend to many people, myself included. Private treatment is fine with me if someone can afford it but for those that can't, I find the very idea of them being denied medical attention as a result really does sicken me.
I am confused at some American's aversion to free medical care and have been disgusted by the actions and attitudes of a select few. I hope they are in a minority...
The NHS in the UK cops for some flak but it really is a godsend to many people, myself included. Private treatment is fine with me if someone can afford it but for those that can't, I find the very idea of them being denied medical attention as a result really does sicken me.
I agree, i think access to quality, universal free healthcare is a human right. Healthcare is not a commodity (like buying a TV or phone), its people lives were talking about, life and death... money should have nothing to do with it. Also the idea of making profit out of preople's illnesses/conditions sickens me equally to. Denying people treatment because they've no insurance, kicking people off their insurance to increase your profits etc, for a first world developed country (and richest in the world) to treat its citizens like that, is quite frankly disgusting. And it just a shame our Government are following the American model with their NHS privitisation plans. The American nightmare healthcare system is on it's way over here.
I can't tell you how much I just fucking hate the Tories, bunch of arrogant, self-serving, corrupt, lying, hypocritical, vile, out of touch poshboy cunts. Who's intent is to destroy all thats good about England, destroy what good is left in society (whilst enriching their crony chums), all this in the pursuit of their Thatcherite, right-wing, neo-liberal agenda. As long as Cameron and his millionaire scumbag friends in the cabinet/the elites & the upper classes are ok, to the hell with everybody else.... Especially the poor, the disabled, the unemployed, the young, students etc and a large number of decent people all of them thrown under the bus & forgotten about, they just don't matter or care in tory land. To quote the great Aneurin Bevan "the tories are truly lower than vermin", it was true then and its even more true today.
I can't tell you how much I just fucking hate the Tories, bunch of arrogant, self-serving, corrupt, lying, hypocritical, vile, out of touch poshboy cunts. Who's intent is to destroy all thats good about England, destroy what good is left in society (whilst enriching their crony chums), all this in the pursuit of their Thatcherite, right-wing, neo-liberal agenda. As long as Cameron and his millionaire scumbag friends in the cabinet/the elites & the upper classes are ok, to the hell with everybody else.... Especially the poor, the disabled, the unemployed, the young, students etc and a large number of decent people all of them thrown under the bus & forgotten about, they just don't matter or care in tory land. To quote the great Aneurin Bevan "the tories are truly lower than vermin", it was true then and its even more true today.
Other countries tax the living heck out of their citizens, however, or they go by a more socialistic form of government. A few states in the US actually have free health care benefits or opportunities to seek medical assistance without pay or fees, but these then are only done so by the tax payer's money and government aid.
Sweet... called the visitation rights issue! OK that sounded really f**ked up but still I did see that coming. On another note the doctor is totally correct, Reis only having such relatively minor injuries is a miracle. He must have a skull made of titanium and a neck held together with kevlar fibers. Even if he wasn't hit at a very high speed smashing a your face into a windshield can really mess you up. I guess this will also be something to add to his police resume... "will sacrifice body to save others."
Some sort of footwear. People are under the illusion hospitals are clean. They aren't. They're probably dirtiest place you could be. Gathering all these sick people in one place. Hospital born infections are one of leading causes of death in a hospital ;P As a doctor he should know better. Same with the nurse in the room. Touching patient without gloves on..... ugh
That animals receive sub-par healthcare? Completely intentional. Most people aren't willing to shell out the tens of thousands of dollars it would cost to keep alive something that lives barely longer than a decade anyway.
That this hospital's staff is incompetent? Accidental one can only hope. Though ignorance is no excuse in the healthcare field ;P
That this hospital's staff is incompetent? Accidental one can only hope. Though ignorance is no excuse in the healthcare field ;P
I meant in the comic.
Of course animals always seemed to have a more robust immune system then humans anyway....At least from this layman's perspective on the matter.
Maybe this is an extension of that. (Maybe like I said I have no idea if animals are more robust health wise or not. :o)
Of course animals always seemed to have a more robust immune system then humans anyway....At least from this layman's perspective on the matter.
Maybe this is an extension of that. (Maybe like I said I have no idea if animals are more robust health wise or not. :o)
I don't know. I've seen level one trama centers for animals that rival that of human ones. And you'd be surprised how much some are willing to pay. My self I have health insurance on my dog that'll cover anything well on up to €150,000. And even if I didn't I would spend everything I've got to make him well. That's my responsibility. As it should be anyone who really cares about their companion.
I was concerned that he'd need a blood transfusion and Marc would want to donate, but would have to fight the 'no homosexuals may give blood' law. At least, the last I heard that law was still practiced by most if not all hospitals. Glad that wasn't the case. Looking forward to seeing more.
I doubt that the comic goes into that too much. Id say it was written to assume that everyone has the same blood type as humans and that there is no cross species issues. I could be wrong though but since Rukis said the comic isnt built around the hospital then I doubt that much thought was put into blood work type of things.
Glad to see he is alive XD
Of course, this is fantasy so stylistic choice is open :). One small nitpick, having a plantigrade animal such as a hare walking around on tip toe feels a little strange in the image (He kind of looks to me, as a human would if they walked around on their tip toes.)
Of course, this is fantasy so stylistic choice is open :). One small nitpick, having a plantigrade animal such as a hare walking around on tip toe feels a little strange in the image (He kind of looks to me, as a human would if they walked around on their tip toes.)
Well I am glad he survived that nasty case of being run-over but, if I were in Reis' postion right-now, I would have a few things to say to Marcus. It strikes me that Marcus has been trying to passively control Reis in the past but, as things have gone on, it's gotten a bit more obvious.
The walking across the road without looking bit also makes me think he's either self-absorbed, careless, thoughtless or all three. Regardless, he'd been told about it before and brushed it off in a manner that suggests Marcus has a "Yeah, well what do YOU know?" attitude, sometimes. It was this moment of omission that has most likely cost Reis his shot at a career and, as others have already said, could cause serious issues, what with Reis' past drug problems and his fear of Hospitals. If you mix that in with the fact that Marcus was against Reis joining the Police and his wanting to "take care" of him, concussion and the fact he will not be able to work for a long time (if ever again) and Reis is going to be in a very bad place, possibly even daring to think Marcus did it on purpose. Marcus wanted Reis to live off his money whilst Reis wanted to earn his keep and make something of his life - which I respect greatly.
I'm fairly sure Marcus didn't mean for any of this to happen as he's not a bad person and I don't want to give the impression I hate him (far from it) but with Reis' head where it is right now, it's very possible the thought would creep in.
Marcus will look after Reis, that much is certain, but I still think a few words will be needed.
The walking across the road without looking bit also makes me think he's either self-absorbed, careless, thoughtless or all three. Regardless, he'd been told about it before and brushed it off in a manner that suggests Marcus has a "Yeah, well what do YOU know?" attitude, sometimes. It was this moment of omission that has most likely cost Reis his shot at a career and, as others have already said, could cause serious issues, what with Reis' past drug problems and his fear of Hospitals. If you mix that in with the fact that Marcus was against Reis joining the Police and his wanting to "take care" of him, concussion and the fact he will not be able to work for a long time (if ever again) and Reis is going to be in a very bad place, possibly even daring to think Marcus did it on purpose. Marcus wanted Reis to live off his money whilst Reis wanted to earn his keep and make something of his life - which I respect greatly.
I'm fairly sure Marcus didn't mean for any of this to happen as he's not a bad person and I don't want to give the impression I hate him (far from it) but with Reis' head where it is right now, it's very possible the thought would creep in.
Marcus will look after Reis, that much is certain, but I still think a few words will be needed.
Oooh, what a dashing fellow.
A foreigner, hm? I can picture him with one of those mildly strong Indian accents.
Should we expect to see Jacob again?
And also...maybe we'll finally see Marcus cry. I swear, he's like a fortress, Reis is so wimpy and fragile compared to him! haha
I get the feeling he's the most emotionally strong character so far, second only to Amon from Red Lantern [he's been through hell , yet he still retains his kind, cool personality, even under extremely dire situations]
Why's Reis asking so desperately for him, I wonder?
A foreigner, hm? I can picture him with one of those mildly strong Indian accents.
Should we expect to see Jacob again?
And also...maybe we'll finally see Marcus cry. I swear, he's like a fortress, Reis is so wimpy and fragile compared to him! haha
I get the feeling he's the most emotionally strong character so far, second only to Amon from Red Lantern [he's been through hell , yet he still retains his kind, cool personality, even under extremely dire situations]
Why's Reis asking so desperately for him, I wonder?
Well...they just got there, right?
After such a harsh accident, I think doctors will be more concerned in fixing any serious damage there might have been before changing their patients into their hospital gowns.
It's just not the priority at the moment , I guess? I don't really know how any of that stuff works...I'm sure they'll change him later.
After such a harsh accident, I think doctors will be more concerned in fixing any serious damage there might have been before changing their patients into their hospital gowns.
It's just not the priority at the moment , I guess? I don't really know how any of that stuff works...I'm sure they'll change him later.
Notice the doctor said LIKELY torn ACL. They have not progressed to that stage of treatment yet, and to have him in a gown would suggest that they have, which does not fit the scene. He hasn't been cooperative enough to get his clothes off. Or to get the amount of fluids into him that he needs. Or to begin any kind of real treatment.
That's the point.
Y'know, I knew when I was drawing him that someone was gonna harp over what he was wearing whether I went with clothing or a gown. The gown would've been easier to draw, even, but I convinced myself it didn't make sense for him to be wearing it yet. Can't win.
That's the point.
Y'know, I knew when I was drawing him that someone was gonna harp over what he was wearing whether I went with clothing or a gown. The gown would've been easier to draw, even, but I convinced myself it didn't make sense for him to be wearing it yet. Can't win.
The poor thing must be terrified to be in a hospital...It must remind him of his mother's clinic and bring back some painful memories, not to mention the concussion must be making him so confused, all the more terriefied. He sort of hates the atmosphere of places like that,associates it with really bad moments...
No wonder he's so agitated and looking for someone he can trust.
No wonder he's so agitated and looking for someone he can trust.
Going through some of the comments above, I think Reis is more panicing about whether Marcus is all right and the fear of losing his opportunity than anything else. I highly doubt he's going to chew him out. Given the concussion, he likely doesn't even remember that particulat incident well, so he may not know whether or not he saved Marcus from the car, and needs to know that he's alright.
Of course, as also pointed out above, with his fear of hospitals, it may be more of a "Marcus, get me out of here" deal from that fear as well. Either way, I don't think Reis is going to have angry words with Marcus as seems to be the general consensus.
Of course, as also pointed out above, with his fear of hospitals, it may be more of a "Marcus, get me out of here" deal from that fear as well. Either way, I don't think Reis is going to have angry words with Marcus as seems to be the general consensus.
He loves Marcus too much to confront him like that,in this particular situation. He probably knows Marcus must be swimming in a river of guilt right about now,so he wouldn't go ahead and just confront him / blame him,so as not to hurt him further.
I'd expect something more along the lines of a playful "I told you so,didn't I? I certainly diiid!" monologue.
I'd expect something more along the lines of a playful "I told you so,didn't I? I certainly diiid!" monologue.
Anyone remember 'the lion king' where rafiki (baboon shaman) said "He's Alive? He's Alive! WHOOO AHAH WHOO!" ...that's how i feel right now XD...still...this also brings to light one of the biggest inequalities that i fear and hate int he world...."not family or spouse" :/ it really isn't fair and there needs to be an alternative so that 'mates' could at least visit them...well, I'm just happy he's ok, and way to be stubborn! Not only does eh live, but he insists on seeing his beloved ;-; <3<3<3 Love ya big wolfdog <3
The moment I saw this page I uttered a resounding "UGH!" I have been in this situation before, and most recently when i was very ill and had to be taken to the hospital, they did not want Andy to be with me. Even with paperwork signed and everything saying that he was may partner it doesnt matter. Even worse, they had documentation stating who and what he was, and they refused to call him anything other than "friend." Emphasizing the word friend really expressed just how they felt about us. So much for the memorandum that Obama passed. Its still the same old BS that it was before. "Visiting hours are ten to four you can visit your 'friend' then."
Rukis is being incredibly nice to the characters and, by extension, us readers. If she really wanted to drive the point home, she could have constructed something along these lines:
Reis' head injuries are severe enough that in order to stabilize him, doctors put him in a coma (optional, anything else that leaves him unable to make decisions works). His leg is shattered, badly. A medical decision needs to be made: Bring in an expert to try and save the leg, or amputate? You could add any amount of desired drama here - insurance only covers amputation because outcome of surgery is not in any way certain, or Reis is only covered on this world's version of Medicaid, or or or. Marcus could and would afford surgery, but does not get a say. Family decides this. Paperwork giving Marcus power of attorney (assuming he was a diligent activist and had it drawn up beforehand) is overruled by a judge on behest of the family (because in the end, even with such paperwork, the family can take control, depending on where you are and the judge you get). This can be done quickly and does not require a drawn-out court battle, for which there is no time in the narrative.
Once in that quandary, there may be no way out. Would have to look at case history and precedence - I do believe this scenario would result in loss of leg, and from there you have additional drama to branch off to, with Reis and Marcus dealing with the fallout. Dealing badly, one would presume.
Reis' head injuries are severe enough that in order to stabilize him, doctors put him in a coma (optional, anything else that leaves him unable to make decisions works). His leg is shattered, badly. A medical decision needs to be made: Bring in an expert to try and save the leg, or amputate? You could add any amount of desired drama here - insurance only covers amputation because outcome of surgery is not in any way certain, or Reis is only covered on this world's version of Medicaid, or or or. Marcus could and would afford surgery, but does not get a say. Family decides this. Paperwork giving Marcus power of attorney (assuming he was a diligent activist and had it drawn up beforehand) is overruled by a judge on behest of the family (because in the end, even with such paperwork, the family can take control, depending on where you are and the judge you get). This can be done quickly and does not require a drawn-out court battle, for which there is no time in the narrative.
Once in that quandary, there may be no way out. Would have to look at case history and precedence - I do believe this scenario would result in loss of leg, and from there you have additional drama to branch off to, with Reis and Marcus dealing with the fallout. Dealing badly, one would presume.
I am just saying my UGH is not in disgust, it is in hindsight that I have been here before. It invoked an emotion of familiarity with me that almost no comic has done. All of which you said is quite relevant, but I did not wish to see it. I just wanted to give my thanks to Rukis for doing this. It reminded me of the discrimination I faced back in my life and the discrimination at he hospital I recently faced when I was very ill. The main part is the whole, not being able to ride in the ambulance with his mate, and then having to wait outside and not be with his life partner at his side in the hospital.
Certainly Rukis could have gone a very dramatic route but that is her story, her spin, and her ideas. I was not commenting on the work I was commenting on the fact that I have been in this situation multiple times and no matter what, it really sucks. Most people hate hospitals because they smell funny, are creepy, or some other rubbish. I hate hospitals because after being at three hospitals every single one has discriminated against me or against LGBT friends of mine in dire situations. This comic strip just reminded me of that hate and why its there.
Certainly Rukis could have gone a very dramatic route but that is her story, her spin, and her ideas. I was not commenting on the work I was commenting on the fact that I have been in this situation multiple times and no matter what, it really sucks. Most people hate hospitals because they smell funny, are creepy, or some other rubbish. I hate hospitals because after being at three hospitals every single one has discriminated against me or against LGBT friends of mine in dire situations. This comic strip just reminded me of that hate and why its there.
Absolutely, I hear you. I understood your "ugh" as one of recognition. I am acknowledging your connection with the situation, and was indulging my own penchant for drama by speculating on ways that the situation could be even worse, ways to show the vulnerability of same-sex couples in the absence of legal recognition and protection.
I have been incredibly lucky in that in MA, I was able to be with my partner when he had to go to the hospital, and now that we are married, I have the same rights as anyone else to be at my husband's side and, should it ever come to that, make decisions for him, rather than having that fall to his family.
I am also keenly aware that I am lucky in this regard, that plenty of people in the US and elsewhere are not able to be with their loved one in the hospital, and how devastating that is.
I have been incredibly lucky in that in MA, I was able to be with my partner when he had to go to the hospital, and now that we are married, I have the same rights as anyone else to be at my husband's side and, should it ever come to that, make decisions for him, rather than having that fall to his family.
I am also keenly aware that I am lucky in this regard, that plenty of people in the US and elsewhere are not able to be with their loved one in the hospital, and how devastating that is.
Well at least he is alive...but I have a bad feeling this might go somewhere judging from the doc's "something that is upsetting him"....break up...or the ultimate question.....
As much I hate to ask, but I'm not good with biological terms. Can someone translate what the doc said about Reis?
As much I hate to ask, but I'm not good with biological terms. Can someone translate what the doc said about Reis?
Major head concussion -> Lingering headache, confusion, generally unable to remember the events leading up to the accident or after,and since he's awake, I'd say the possibility of amnesia is small.
Reduction on left dislocated shoulder -> Hurts like HELL, they had to realocate his shoulder back to it's place manually... The pain is nearly unbearable.
Hairline fracture -> A small type of fracture which doesn't really "break" the bone in question ...resembles somewhat of a line. It's basically just a "crack"
Torn ACL -> You know those muscles and ligaments which give our knees flexibility, etc? Basically, he just tore those apart. Depending on the gravity of the tear, it can be seriously debilitating.
Cuts and bruises -> self explanatory, really :p
Reduction on left dislocated shoulder -> Hurts like HELL, they had to realocate his shoulder back to it's place manually... The pain is nearly unbearable.
Hairline fracture -> A small type of fracture which doesn't really "break" the bone in question ...resembles somewhat of a line. It's basically just a "crack"
Torn ACL -> You know those muscles and ligaments which give our knees flexibility, etc? Basically, he just tore those apart. Depending on the gravity of the tear, it can be seriously debilitating.
Cuts and bruises -> self explanatory, really :p
I am anxiously waiting on what it is that Reis so badly wants to talk to Marcus about. I am assuming it must have something to do with the pain killers they are administering as most others have said already. With his concussion, however, I high doubt he is going to be able to form coherent sentences or explain himself clearly. He may come off as a raving nut job or drug junky to the staff in the room with them.
On one hand, if I were in a more stable state of mind, I likely would not be able to hold back my resentment for the predicament I was in. Reis warned him that he needed to be more aware of his surroundings, that he couldn’t remain so oblivious to the dangers around him. He warned him once already about crossing the street without looking and because of his mistake Reis is now injured and succumbed to pain and possible pain medications.
As pointed out in the string of comments, if they have administered pain medications then there is a strong chance of a psychiatric blitz to occur and he could find himself hooked again, whether or not he is consciously aware of it. Then there is also the fact that despite how quickly you can recover from his present injuries, there will be that looming uncertainty if that situation will happen again. If Reis leaves to attend the academy, will Marcus learn to take care of himself and not walk into dangerous circumstances? Will Marcus use Reis's condition to persuade him into staying? Will Marcus use this situation altogether to persuade Reis into staying?
I like Marcus, I do, but his character and oblivious and near narcissistic demeanor has me tugging at my hair sometimes in frustration. He seems to me like the baby of the family, spoiled and desperate for attention and affection and if it appears that someone else has something that he doesn’t – or if the attention isn’t to his liking – then he throws a temper tantrum and uses manipulative means to end an argument or get his way. I would like to think that this situation will wake the little fox up about his own actions and how they affect those around him, but I just don’t see it. It seems at every waking moment that he can, he uses their homosexuality as a weapon and an excuse for something.
This situation really seems to be the perfect moment for Reis to make that decision. He wants to prove to himself that he is more than just the subordinate in a runabout relationship, that he isn’t just hanging on while everyone else succeeds. He survived a gosh darn car to the body! His wounds will recover in due time and if he is earnest enough then he will continue to pursue the law enforcement career. He has proven just how strong he is, hasn’t he? That he can survive a dangerous situation, which is what Marcus argued about to begin with.
It seems to me Reis is in more danger, at times, just being around Marcus than what should be considered normal.
On one hand, if I were in a more stable state of mind, I likely would not be able to hold back my resentment for the predicament I was in. Reis warned him that he needed to be more aware of his surroundings, that he couldn’t remain so oblivious to the dangers around him. He warned him once already about crossing the street without looking and because of his mistake Reis is now injured and succumbed to pain and possible pain medications.
As pointed out in the string of comments, if they have administered pain medications then there is a strong chance of a psychiatric blitz to occur and he could find himself hooked again, whether or not he is consciously aware of it. Then there is also the fact that despite how quickly you can recover from his present injuries, there will be that looming uncertainty if that situation will happen again. If Reis leaves to attend the academy, will Marcus learn to take care of himself and not walk into dangerous circumstances? Will Marcus use Reis's condition to persuade him into staying? Will Marcus use this situation altogether to persuade Reis into staying?
I like Marcus, I do, but his character and oblivious and near narcissistic demeanor has me tugging at my hair sometimes in frustration. He seems to me like the baby of the family, spoiled and desperate for attention and affection and if it appears that someone else has something that he doesn’t – or if the attention isn’t to his liking – then he throws a temper tantrum and uses manipulative means to end an argument or get his way. I would like to think that this situation will wake the little fox up about his own actions and how they affect those around him, but I just don’t see it. It seems at every waking moment that he can, he uses their homosexuality as a weapon and an excuse for something.
This situation really seems to be the perfect moment for Reis to make that decision. He wants to prove to himself that he is more than just the subordinate in a runabout relationship, that he isn’t just hanging on while everyone else succeeds. He survived a gosh darn car to the body! His wounds will recover in due time and if he is earnest enough then he will continue to pursue the law enforcement career. He has proven just how strong he is, hasn’t he? That he can survive a dangerous situation, which is what Marcus argued about to begin with.
It seems to me Reis is in more danger, at times, just being around Marcus than what should be considered normal.
The way Ries has been portrayed so far, I'd bet his reasons for wanting to talk to Marcus have nothing to do with resentment. That may come later. Ries has shown that his priority is to protect Marcus. He'll try to do that through arguing, or through action, heedless of his own well-being. He may not remember that Marcus held him, and this may be just him needing to know that Marcus is in good shape. Likely it's more. I'd be very surprised if he had any regard for his own needs at this moment, though.
I think at this point, the highest compliment I can give is that this comic is making me seriously consider marrying my boyfriend someday. I'm from Vermont, so I can do it, and this storyline is making me think what a nightmare it would be if he were badly sick or injured and I had no power to help him or even see him. Thank you for making it so real!
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