[they look back, although their face is eroded and they don't exactly have eyes.]

That's good to recognize. I won't pretend I'd be able to change any of that, either. Even if I could, it's generally not great to try to cut out parts of a person.

[on the other hand.]

I meant more small ways to help out. Topics to avoid. Things that would be helpful, if it happens again. Everybody was kind of fussing over you, bringing you water, because they care, but is there a different way you'd like us to handle it if you get sick like that?