During a hospital stay with strange fevers and a history of pulmonary embolism, the author’s partner surprised her with his calm demeanor. Though usually an anxious hypochondriac, Andy remained level-headed during her medical crisis. He calmly reminded her of the importance of a chest CT and urged her to take it, despite her initial refusal.
As the author’s symptoms progressed and she was transferred to the ICU with potentially life-threatening sepsis, Andy’s anxiety surfaced in a new way. He began advocating for a more aggressive treatment plan and asked that the doctors do more to help. Even though cultures later revealed there was no bacterial infection and her condition was likely caused by a virus, Andy’s fear for the safety of his partner was palpable.
It wasn’t until months later that the author learned the full extent of Andy’s terror during her hospitalization. He had shielded her from his fears while she was sick, but once she was well, he revealed that he had worried she would not make it. Despite his own anxieties, he made her recovery his first priority, demonstrating true love and devotion.
The author reflects on how grateful she is for Andy’s selflessness and how it continues to inspire her. She recognizes that true love requires the ability to put someone else’s needs above your own fears and anxieties.
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