( Now she feels bad for her comments. Congratulations Addie. You've wounded someone's self-esteem and, for once, find yourself unable to take enjoyment in it.

She reaches out to grab his hand, gentle but quick before he can slip off. )

I know you are sorry but do not be. It is like how you said, my dear. You're not yourself. You should not be ashamed for something out of your control. ( The loathing of being helpless and making a fool of one's self is something she can connect to. A lot. ) I would like to apologize for my behavior a few moments ago. That was simply an unneeded exaggeration for the situation.