Armed and Dangerous

Michael has found that one of the best ways to make the time go faster in the hospital is to have some fun with his nurses. He's too laid back and shy to try to pull off any major stunts, but he does enjoy playing little pranks.

(Disclaimer: Let the record show that I am simply recording the following events. In no way did I have any part or take any pride in the planning or executing of these heinous deeds.)

One of the gifts that the hospital has given to him is a Nerf gun. Probably every American family with boys has several, and Nerf gun-fun translates easily from home to hospital room. One particular nurse professed a great fear of being shot by Michael, so he gave his word as a "gentleman" to never shoot her. As soon as she left, he concocted a plan with his father. When the nurse returned, Michael sat by innocently while Mark shot her. As if that weren't enough, Michael called her back later and just threw a handful of darts at her. I'm pretty sure that I need to bake her some brownies now.

Michael keeps an arsenal of his toys at close reach. He has collected silly string, several syringes full of saline, and, of course, his loaded gun. My warning to those of you inclined to visit Michael: Do so at your own risk!