It was a warm day in Waycross. The year was 2007 and Aunt Mel and the rest of the girls were on tour. I couldn't help wondering where they were. Little did I know they were right under my nose. I was surprised when Victoria drove up to the house hitting a cat and light pole on the way.
"Hi guys sorry about that." Victoria said stepping out of the car.
"Its ok, I wouldn't say the same for poor techie's tail thought." I said rubbing tec. With that they all issued from the car. First David then Rose, followed by Emma, Geri, Mel B, and then Melanie C. As her sickly frame exited the car, I was shocked. As she was sick with the Asian Flu and 7 months pregnant, I was concerned about the concerts. Then it hit me, why was she here?
"Aunt Mel what brought you home?" I asked
"A benefit concert at the stadium. "She replied weakly. Suddenly she collapsed into a heap in the ground. She trembled as she started to cough up blood and bile. She shook before she recovered herself she was weak. I knew performing would strain her.
"Aunt Mel you can't perform like this." I said.
"I have to Angel." She said weakly.
"But you're very sick." I said.
"The fans need this, I can't back out." She said weakly. I could tell she was resolved to perform. Still I was concerened. I decided to help her. After all it was my duty, plus she was family.
"Listen Mel maybe she's right. After all performing in your condition can't be good for you." Emma said.
"Em there has to be a way." Melanie said stubbornly weakly.
"There is I think. If you stick to the slower songs in the set list, she should be ok." I said.
"Maybe, but I wish we had someone on staff to help her." Emma said.
"I'll gladly help out." I said. With her agreement the show was on. Until then she stayed with me. While the show she stayed with me. While we caught up I saw how she looked. She looked boney and thin with the exception of the 7 pregnant belly. Her eyes and face were sunken in.
"Aunt Mel are you sure you can do this?" I asked.
"Of course Angel." She said weakly. With her now well rested, we went to the concert. She did well though the 1st few songs. Unfortunately her weak body couldn't handle it. She collapsed. The girls immediately stopped. I ran out scared and concerned.
"Aunt Mel are you ok?" I asked tearfully.
"Yeah the heat from the lights got to me." She replied weaky.