Alfred built me a bird house and helped me put it in my yard

startled. He didn't hear Bela come into his yard. He smiles at her. "Did he now? That was really sweet of him."

"Yes, he's very sweet." clasps her hands behind her and sways back and forth. "How have you been?"

Bela looks happier. He's glad for that. "I've been quite well. I've spent some time with Alfred and the few who live with him. How have you_

been?"

"A little bored actually, I think I need to find something more constructive to do with my time."