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Maybe the world is blind or just a little unkind.

Don't know.

Seems you can't be sure of anything anymore.

Although you...

I won't forget to pack your nose plugs.

This is going to be our best vacation ever.

Yeah, two weeks at Lake Geneva.

Swimming, sunning, boys.

Can't you just see us down at the lake ordering sodas and lounging with the

babes?

Yeah, babe lounging. The perfect vacation activity.

The only problem is, how are we going to keep your dad and my grandma out of our

hair? They won't want to hang out in the sun.

At their age, they shrivel.

I don't know. My grandma bought a brand new bikini.

She did?

Sequins on leopard skin.

How does she look in it?

Let's put it this way. I'm thinking of changing my name.

What's up, hunky?

Tums for the tummy.

You still have a stomach ache?

Yeah, for two days now.

What did you have?

Some bad fish?

I don't know, but whatever's in there is swimming upstream.

Did you tell your dad?

No way.

It took me two months to talk Henry and his wallet into taking this vacation.

If he thinks I'm sick, he'll cancel it.

Still, two days is a long time for a tummy ache. You should do something.

Look. Your grandma's a nurse, right?

Right. Why don't I just ask her some general stomachache questions?

Yeah, without letting on you know the stomach personally.

Sort of like a mystery stomach.

Oh, and Brandon, you don't know the stomach either.

Betty, look at all this stuff. Where'd you think you're going on a three -month

tour of the world?

It's only the best venture.

Yes, I heard about your leopard -skin bikini.

Now, Henry, I don't want to hear one little remark about my bikini. I'm sure

there's nothing little about it.

Let's see how much of this stuff will fit in the car.

Grandma?

Yeah, honey?

We need medical advice.

There's an anonymous kid at school whose anonymous stomach has been upset for a

couple days.

Yeah, and not only is she anonymous... We don't even know her name.

What do you think's wrong with her?

Well, her upset stomach can be caused by any number of things.

Like a bad diet.

That's probably it. She's just a school cafeteria.

Regardless, tell her to see a doctor.

Persistent problems like that should be checked.

Okay. I'll tell her. Okay.

I've come up with a way of making room in the car for your luggage and our

luggage. Really?

That's great.

All we have to do is trap you to the roof.

Frankie, what are you doing up? Oh, I was just thirsty. Let me get a glass of

water. Wow.

Wow?

Wow, the new soft drink. You've heard their slogan.

Well, the drink that upside down spells mom.

Something wrong?

No, just a cramp.

Where?

In my hand, but it's fine now.

Oh, okay then. I'll get you a drink, but then right after that, straight to bed,

okay?

Frankie, is something wrong with your stomach?

No, I just got a small, nothing of a pain.

How long have you had this little nothing?

Well, I felt a little sick today.

And yesterday.

I'm calling Dr. Evans.

No, it'll ruin our trip.

Maybe not.

We'll stop and see him before we drive to the lake.

Wait, Henry! There's been a miracle, really. I feel totally great. Save it.

Hello? This is Henry Warnham. I'm calling for Dr. Evans.

I see.

How long will he be at the investment seminar?

A whole week to learn about foreclosures?

Never mind. I'm taking her to the hospital.

No, Henry.

I'm perfectly fine.

Punky. Henry.

Henry,

what's

taking them so long?

They're getting your test results as fast as they can.

Let's wait for them at home.

As long as we're here, we might as well stay.

I knew you'd say that.

Hi. Hi.

Hi. Henry, Dr. Davis would like a word with you. I'm going to.

Stay?

I want to know what's going on.

I'll tell you everything.

I promise.

Jerry, keep your company.

Sure, I will.

Okay.

So, nice room.

I hate hospitals.

They're so sick, people.

So, how do you feel?

Between us, not too good.

What are these?

Those are the bed controls.

Oh, want me to raise your head a little?

Okay, sure.

It isn't. Then I'll fix it.

Sorry.

Put it back. Put it back.

Okay. Don't get Ben out of shape.

Sorry.

Are you okay?

I think so. Just don't help me anymore.

Right.

I wonder what the doctor and Henry are talking about.

so long do you think it's bad news i don't know jerry i'm scared

don't be we'll probably come back and tell us we can go you think so

well i'm sure i can go i just don't want to have to have

an operation i should be wearing a bathing suit not one of these breeze

Not quite yet.

What's wrong with me?

Dr. Davis says you have appendicitis. Oh, no, I have an itis. I'm worm

Ponky, honey, an appendectomy is a very simple operation.

Operation? Oh, no, you said the word.

The surgeon will take out your appendix and sew you up as good as new.

Better than new.

Please I'm sorry sweetheart We just don't have any choice

Dr. Rosen, you're needed in x -ray.

Dr. Downey, you're needed in ICU.

Dr. Pepper, you're needed in the cafeteria.

Morning, Kiki.

Hi, Nancy.

You're scheduled for surgery this morning at 11 o 'clock.

How's my pulse?

Fine, until I say the word surgery.

Oh, my legs are asleep.

Come on, you guys.

Everybody up.

Can I get you anything, Mr. Warnemont?

I could use a younger body.

Sorry, but there's a waiting list for those.

Morning.

Morning, everyone.

Bunky, you remember Dr.

Davis.

How's that little patient?

Well, let's take a look at those tonsils.

Open wide.

It's her appendix, remember?

Well, in that case, open wider.

We, uh, we like to keep things light on the children's floor.

Let's leave the doctor and patient alone, Henry.

You look like you could use some breakfast.

Oh, I am hungry.

Could I get your nurse's discount?

Sure. All you have to do is wear my cap.

Well, let's take a listen.

Hey, Doc.

I have a few questions.

Okay, shoot.

First of all, did you graduate from medical school?

Yes. Several of them, as a matter of fact. Why? Did they keep throwing you

No, I'm a specialist.

Would you like to see my diplomas?

No, your report card.

I want to see how you did in appendix.

I assure you, I did very well in appendix.

And I wasn't half bad in basketball, either.

Then let's forget about the operation and go shoot the loop.

You're, uh, you're nervous, aren't you?

Would you like to know why your appendix has to come out?

You need the money?

You see, your appendix has an acute inflammation.

Well, if it's so darn cute, why can't I keep it?

I don't want you to be nervous.

The operation won't hurt at all.

I'll see you in a couple hours.

Great. Can't wait.

Oops! Sorry, Doctor.

Quite all right.

Surprise!

Hi, guys.

Why are you dressed like that?

struggling a special visitor.

Thanks for

sneaking him in, guys.

Well, it wasn't easy.

We needed to look official.

Which teeth belong to who?

But if a person couldn't recognize their own choppers, they're too far gone to

eat anyway.

Um, can we make this a quick visit? I look awful in stripes.

Margo, forget how you look. We're here to cheer up Punky, remember?

Now tell us all about having your appendix ripped out.

That's the last thing I want to talk about.

All about operations.

And I don't blame you one bit.

Margo, you promised not to mention your cousin Millicent.

Tell me about your cousin Millicent. Um, she had the very same operation.

And?

And, well, let's just say Millicent walked in, but they carried her.

of someone who's about to have a serious operation that could kill her.

She's shy.

No, go on. Tell me about Millicent.

Well, the way I figure it is, inside of all of us are organs, muscles, blood,

but mostly air.

Air?

Air. Now, my guess is when they sliced into Millicent, all her air rushed out

her and she went...

a punctured balloon.

Ew!

Attention, please.

All the false teeth are missing from the geriatric ward.

Until they're located, we'll be serving cream of wheat.

Well, Punky, I've got to dash.

Margot, thanks for coming to visit.

Hey, I'd never forgive myself if I didn't at least take the time to say it

nice knowing you.

Good luck.

Don't worry, Punky. You'll be fine.

You think so?

Absolutely.

Brandon, I'm scared.

Real scared.

I can't go through with this operation.

I'm busting out of here. I'm going over the wall.

have to have your appendix removed?

No, they're not going to shave you.

Yes?

Oh, I'll bring you something for that cough.

Mr. Warneman, your daughter is gone.

Oh, hello.

No, no, not gone, gone.

I mean she's left a room.

There's a dog in the bed.

Brandon, what's going on? Where's Punky?

Come on, Brandon, speak up. Excuse me, folks, you're talking to a dog.

This is no ordinary dog.

Let's have it, boy.

What's Punky up to?

Just as I thought.

She's ran away because she's afraid of having the operation.

I'm overworked.

I'll notify security so they can start looking for Punky right away.

We have to find her. She couldn't have gotten far.

Brandon, I know you promised to cover for Punky, but this is very serious.

Leave me to it.

Good boy.

to the children.

Can I come in?

It's a free closet.

Thanks a lot, Brandon.

I never figured you for a stool pigeon.

Well, don't blame him.

He's doing what's best for you because he loves you. We all do.

I'm not having an operation.

I'm scared.

Well, that's not like you, Punky. You're usually so brave.

I'm not afraid of anything. I can see.

But I'm going to be asleep during the operation.

Would you rather be awake?

No.

Well, Pocky, this operation has to be done. We don't have any choice.

Margo told me about her cousin, Millicent. I don't want to end up...

You know, when the doctor cuts and all your air escapes.

Oh, that doesn't happen.

It doesn't?

I'll tell you what.

I've been working at this hospital long enough to have a little pull.

Would you like it if I was in the operating room with you?

Sure, can you do that?

Absolutely. It would be an honor to scrub up for you.

And could you make sure everybody else scrubs up, too?

If I had to spank every one of them.

You ready?

I guess so.

Well, then, let's go in and show them how it's done.

I thought they already knew how it's done.

Oh, they do, they do.

That's just an expression.

Come on, Brandon.

Either I'm okay or we all died together.

No, we're all okay.

Dr. Davis said the operation went perfectly.

My appendix is gone?

It's history.

I hope they pickled it. I'm dying to see it.

I do feel lighter.

Guys, I guess I acted like a baby.

It's natural to be afraid when you have to have an operation.

But you overcame your fear. I'm very proud of you. Me too.

Look, we better scram so Punky can get some rest.

Bye.

Yeah, Punky?

I'm sorry about our vacation.

It was all ruined because of me.

Don't worry, honey.

We'll go just as soon as you're up and at them.

That's right.

I don't understand.

The flowers we ordered should have been here hours ago. Don't they have any

decent candy, Thrivers?

Oh.

Thank you.

Thank you so much, Thrivers.