Love Boat

[jessie]

Sanda here is story you were talking to me about. You have one similar, but you asked me to do one with a Boat Cruise. Hope you like this.

Love Boat

Chapter 1

Sanda and her Father were going on a Boat Cruise alone. Carol her Mother decided not to go she wasn't really fond of cruises so she decided to go to her Sons place for the week with Tegan. Sanda and Frank were excited but Sanda was a little sad too. She loved going places with her Parents, and they both loved her dearly but recently she wanted more. She wanted to find the man of her dreams, she wanted someone to love, and someone who would love her back. She was getting older, and part of her was thinking it would never happen. She always made friends on these Boat Cruises, but she never found anyone that really appealed to her. She would blame her Parents especially her Mom because she was so protective of Sanda, she wouldn't let her out of her sight. Her Father wasn't as bad but she was sure if she found someone on the boat cruise her Parents would never leave her alone. She was grateful but sometimes she just wanted to have what her Mom had. She wanted a Husband, and children, maybe it wasn't in the card for her. They got to the Ship, and Sanda was at Awe it was beautiful. They were going to cruise to Alaska, she always wondered what that would be like. She went other places, but she heard Alaska was beautiful, and she sure was excited about going there. They went inside they were taken to their adjoining rooms. Sanda went to her room, and walked out to the balcony, it was beautiful already, and they haven't started to sail yet. Her Father came in, "You OK Sanda you have been really quiet, you miss your Ma Ma"?

"Yeah but I'm fine just a little tired. I was up all night Tegan was acting weird, he saw my suitcases, and he knew I was leaving him"

"He is with your Mom she will take good care of him"

"I know Dad, would you mind if I rested, maybe you can come, and get me in 2 hours"

"You sure I was going to walk around"

"Yes Dad I will unpack, I'm fine promise"

"Ok Angel see you soon"

Sanda smiled she locked the door, and was unpacking. She finished, she laid on the bed hugging a pillow. She knew she had to snap out of this depression or she would worry her Father. She shut her eyes, as she drifted off asleep, dreaming that just maybe this would be the trip where she would meet the man of her dreams.

Frank was walking around, he walked over to the rails, and was looking over. He saw families watching their loved ones getting on the ship, waving at them. He smiled, and actually waved back, he sure hoped Sanda was ok, he hoped she wasn't coming down with something. He turned suddenly banging into a gentleman.

"Oh God I'm so sorry, I wasn't watching where I was going"?

"Hi I'm Reid Oliver, that is ok"

"Hi I'm Frank, just waiting for the Cruise to get on the way"

"Me too, I needed this trip"

"Yeah me too"

Reid smiled, "Where is your family frank"?

"My wife is at home she doesn't like cruises all that much. My Daughter is in the suite, she was tired I have a feeling she is a little homesick already"

"Hope she is ok"?

"She will be where is your family Reid"?

"Oh I'm here alone , I don't have no one, I'm a Doctor. I just needed some away time, I'm burned out really. I thought if you were alone maybe we could have supper, but I wouldn't impose , your daughter might not like that"

"She would be fine with it, I insist you have dinner with me, and Sanda"

"You sure"?

"Yes, why don't we go have a beer, I think they might be serving it already"

"I would like that Frank thanks". Reid and Frank walked to the small bar on deck, they went inside, and ordered 2 beers.

[Sanda]

Great start to your new story Jessie. I LOVE that my dad Frank bumped into Reid while I was laying down our suite. I also love that were going to for a beer. I can't for Sanda and Reid to meet.

[melindajo2000]

this is so good, I am hooked already. I can't wait for Reid and Sanda to meet either, this is off to a wonderful start!

[jessie]

Chapter 2

Reid and Frank sat down, Reid insisted he wanted to buy the beer. Frank said OK as long as he could get the next time. Reid was happy to find someone to talk to. He broke up with his girlfriend 8 months earlier, and had no interest dating. He was pretty lonely so he decided to go on this trip. He wasn't expecting to find someone special, he would just relax, and get focused again. He knew just working wasn't good for him, he had to meet new people, and get out. He really thought Frank was a cool guy, and he felt like he was someone he could enjoy talking to.

Frank smiled, "You are in deep thought are you OK"?

"Just thinking it was nice running into you today. I was kind of nervous coming on this trip, I thought I was going to be alone, but it is nice talking to you"

"Well that is what cruises are for getting away, and meeting new people. I don't like all this casual sex stuff though, why bother sleeping around, than walking away like it never happened". Reid coughed on his beer, "God that isn't why I'm here Sir"

"It wouldn't be my business but I just think meaningless sex is sad that is all. If you can deal with it in your sole that is fine, I couldn't , and I wouldn't. I have been with my wife 50 years, and I'm proud of it. Oh we have our ups, and downs, but I wouldn't survive without her, and my Daughter. I have a son too he is married, but my daughter is sweet, she loves spending time with Old Dad. I don't know what I'm going to do when she moves away I will be devastated, but I don't have to think about that right now"

"Is she a teenager"?

"No she is a adult, but she is sweet, but not to shy. She would talk your ear off that is why I'm concerned about her recently"

"Why Sir is she sick"?

"No just quiet, she says she is tired, but I don't know maybe she needs to find a hobby"

Reid smiled, "You really love your Daughter that is sweet"

"Yes, I should be getting back to her room, but you will meet us for dinner at 7. We are going to the formal dining room tonight, please say you will join us"

"7 I would love that "

"We will meet you outside the restaurant, but remember my Daughter loves to talk."

"That is fine, I'm not a real big talker people say I'm moody, and cranky, but I don't know"

"You seem fine to me".

Frank got up, "I have to go check on my girl, 2 hours please be there I know Sanda would really enjoy meeting someone new. I don't know maybe I bore her, being stuck with Dad wouldn't be thrilling I guess"

"I'm sure she doesn't mind, I will be there 7"

Frank got up, he walked out, Reid got up putting the tip on the table. He walked to his room, he wanted to shower, and change, he wanted to make sure he had something proper to wear. He only brought 1 suit, and 2 dress pants, he was planning on lounging around in jeans, and casual clothes, but getting dressed up might be fun. He wondered what Sanda would be like, he knew she probably was sweet her Father was really cool. He walked up to his room, and went inside he hasn't been this excited in months, and it was a nice change.

Frank knocked on Sanda's door, she walked over opening it. "Daddy how was your walk"?

"Fine I met this young man he is so nice, he is a Doctor"

"Doctor on board"?

"No he is on vacation, I hope you don't mind he is joining us for dinner"?

"Tonight"?

"Yeah why"?

"Oh nothing I thought it was just going to be us"

"You will like him where is that smile Sanda"? Sanda smiled , "Sorry Dad, I will get ready what time is dinner"?

"7 it is formal maybe wear you pretty green dress with your lovely pearls you got for your birthday"

"Dad"

"You look stunning in that dress Angel"

"Ok Dad". She hugged him, he smiled, "I'm going to my room to shower, and change. Get ready we don't want to keep Reid waiting"

"Reid"

"Oh yeah that is his name" Her Father left, and Sanda walked over to the closet pulling out her green dress. She put it up to her, and smiled, "I look like I'm going to Prom". She smiled hanging it up, she went to the bathroom to wash up, and style her hair. She was nervous, she was actually excited, and she didn't even know this guy, but her heart was telling her to make a good first impression, she knew that was silly, but she wasn't going to take any chances.

[Sanda]

Great update Jessie. I LOVED the talk between my dad and Reid in the chapter. OMG poor Sanda needs to snap out her depression and really soon. I can't wait for Sanda and Reid to meet at dinner.

[melindajo2000]

this is a great story, I think it will be love at first sight

[jessie]

Chapter 3

Frank knocked on Sanda's door, she opened it. Frank smiled, "Oh Sweetie you look so beautiful"

"Really Daddy"

"Yes stunning, lets go meet our guest" Sanda shut her door, and walked down the hall, and down the stairs, to go to the restaurant.

Frank saw Reid who was carrying one red rose, he waved.

Sanda couldn't believe her eyes, Reid was so handsome. Frank walked over shaking Reid's hand.

"Reid this is my Daughter Sanda". She smiled as Reid put his hand out handing her a red rose. "So nice to meet you Sanda, you look lovely tonight"

"Thank you so do you"

"I clean up great your Father saw me in a old pair of jeans".

Frank smiled, "You looked fine, beside I love jeans"

"Me too"

Reid laughed, "I'm starving, should we go inside". Frank smiled as he took Sanda's hand, and the three of them walked inside. Sanda's heart was racing, Reid was cute, sexy , and so sweet. They sat down at the table, and she smiled as Reid took the seat right beside her. He was looking at her, as Sanda smiled back. Frank noticed the smile on Sanda's face, she liked her guest, but he knew she would she normally takes to most people unless they are rude.

The waitress came over, "What would you all like to drink"?

Sanda asked for a Singapore Sling, Reid and Frank had a Rye, and coke". The waitress gave them , all a menu. Reid whispered, "I could eat half the stuff on here, I'm so hungry"

Sanda giggled as Frank looked at the menu. Sanda put the menu down, Reid whispered, "What are you having"?

"Steak, and roasted potatoes"

"Oh that sounds heavenly, maybe we can share some garlic bread"

"Yes me, and my Father love garlic bread, we would love to share"

Reid smiled, as the waitress came over with the drinks. She asked if they were ready. They all ordered Steak, and roasted Potatoes, and garlic bread on the side. The waitress smiled, and said it would be a few moments. Reid looked around, "Wow they have dancing, while you eat"

Sanda loved to dance she thought he would ask for sure. Reid shook his head, "I have two left feet, I can't dance". Frank could see Sanda was disappointed, but he whispered, "Sanda has two left feet too you would be perfect on the dance floor together".

"Daddy really"

"Well you step on my toes all the time, nothing to be ashamed of"

Reid smiled, Sanda laughed but gave her Father a look. They were talking but a man walked over to the table.

"I noticed the beautiful lady is looking at all the people dancing. I would love the honor of a dance, if you would like ". He smiled at Sanda, but Reid jumped up, "No we were about to dance, sorry she is taken"

Sanda looked at her Dad as the man smiled, "Sorry didn't no". He walked away, Sanda smiled, "Reid I thought you don't dance".

"I have to now that guy is looking over here". He grabbed Sanda's hand she got up walking to the dance floor. They both look at each other as Madonna's song, "Beautiful Stranger " came on. Sanda wanted to laugh the look on Reid's face was priceless. Frank put his hand to his mouth, Reid started dancing he was hideous he really couldn't dance. Sanda was dancing she noticed everyone looking over, but she could careless, he was adorable, and she couldn't be more happy.

[Sanda]

Cute update Jessie. OMG Reid, Sanda, and Frank are soo cute and adorable together at dinner. OMG Sanda and Reid are soo cute and adorable together as well. OMG I am hideous at dancing as well. I LOVE how jealous Reid got when the guy came over to ask me to dance during dinner.

[melindajo2000]

that was cute Reid getting jealous, Sanda is lucky I love the chemistry they have. This was a great chapter. I love this story

[jessie]

Chapter 4

Reid was dancing he started to laugh. "I know I'm bad, I'm sorry"

Sanda smiled, "You are no worse than me, actually I think you dance amazing"

"Yeah like Mr. Bean"

"Mr. Bean is too cute" Reid was laughing, as they finished their dance, and walked back to the table. Reid pulled her chair out, and she sat down. He smiled "Sorry you had to witness that Sir, but I told you both I can't dance"

"You were perfect together". Reid smiled at Sanda, she smiled back so sweet. He looked at Frank, "It is to bad your wife didn't come on the trip Frank"

"Oh she has sometimes, but she isn't a cruise person really"

"Tell you the truth I'm not a big vacation person either. I had to get away, I have had the worst last couple of months. I never have time off I needed this so bad. I'm so happy I banged into you today Frank, and it was a pleasure to meet your Beautiful Daughter"

Sanda smiled, "It was a pleasure to meet you to Dr. Oliver"

The waitress brought the food, Reid smiled, "Oh this looks awesome thank you".

"Anything else I can get you"?

"No this is fine for now" Frank said, the waitress left. Reid was cutting his meat, he looked over at Sanda. "You are a dainty eater I can tell"

"What"? Sanda giggled

"You are going to pick at your food, just dig in nothing more fun than really enjoying your meal"

Sanda laughed, "You are to much Reid"

He took a bite, "I have been told that before". Frank smiled as the three of them ate. Sanda was looking over at Reid, he smiled back at her. Frank could see Sanda was taken with Reid Oliver, and he couldn't be more happy. Reid seemed like a great guy, and he seemed to respect woman which meant everything to Frank. He didn't want anyone hurting his little girl even though she hated him saying that. He felt it was his duty to protect, and he would do that until the day he died. He wouldn't meddle if she wanted to be with Reid alone he trusted him, he wasn't sure why but something about him he really liked.

Reid whispered, I could eat a burger now, I'm still hungry"

"You couldn't"?

Reid laughed, "I'm sorry I don't know where I put it, but I can eat"

"Me too" Frank smiled, Sanda shook her head. Reid laughed, "I don't cook, I'm a take out king, I sure hope my next girlfriend can cook, I really have to stay away from take out".

Frank coughed,"Well your out of luck with Sanda, take out or dine in is her specialty". Reid smiled, but Sanda whispered, "Daddy I cook"

"Yeah at times, but Sanda you need some lessons".

Sanda smiled, "He is right I burn half my food, but I'm great at grilled cheeses, and I make the best cookies, and nachos, and cheese".

Reid smiled, "Oh your my girl than". Frank looked at Reid, he put his fork down, "I'm sorry Sir, I was just saying"

Frank smiled, "It is OK, I know what you mean"? Sanda laughed as Reid picked up his fork, and continued to eat.

[Sanda]

Cute update Jessie. Reid and Sanda are soo cute and adorable together. Reid, Sanda, and Frank are so cute and adorable together as well. Reid is soo cute calling me a dainty eater. I LOVE that he apolozied to my dad for being a lousy dancer. I am definitely not a good cook. I would definitely need to have a couple of cooking lessons. LOL I hope you update this awesome story again very soon. I LOVE this story so much.

[melindajo2000]

this is probably my favorite Reid and Sanda story they are so cute together. I love when you write about Reid liking to eat lol. Sanda was awesome here. great job

[Sanda]

Oct 16, 2011 11:46:25 GMT -6 @melindajo2000 said:

this is probably my favorite Reid and Sanda story they are so cute together. I love when you write about Reid liking to eat lol. Sanda was awesome here. great job

MelindaJo, I agree with everything you said about this story. I have been on several cruises and Reid would LOVE them becuase their is lots of food to eat on board a cruise ship. LOL

[jessie]

Chapter 5

They were eating Reid smiled, 'Who is up for dessert"?

"You know what I couldn't eat another thing"? Frank smiled

"Really I love dessert Sanda, please say you will have something with me"

Sanda giggle, "I love dessert, I'm not passing up on that". Frank didn't know what came over him, but he smiled, 'Would you two mind if I went back to the cabin, I'm exhausted today was a long day for me. You can bring Sanda back to her room at a deceit hour, you can wake me if you want Sanda to say goodnight"

"Are you ok Dad"?

"I'm fine Angel, just tired you know I like sleeping early, and I was up real early today. I can stay if you want me to, but I'm sure you both would like to dance some more you were amazing"

"Now your teasing Frank" Reid smiled

"You go Dad I will come, and say goodnight, I won't be late".

"You will make sure she gets to her room right Reid"?

"Of course I will" Frank shook his hand, and hugged Sanda. She smiled as he walked away, he knew Carol would be upset with him for leaving her alone, but something told him she needed this , and he knew it was good for her.

Sanda laughed, "I have a feeling he wanted to leave us alone"

"Your Dad is a great guy"

"Yes he is we do everything together"

"I think it is wonderful you went on a Boat Cruise together"

'Yeah we go on a lot of trips, my Mom isn't really a traveler"

Reid laughed, "Me either but I'm sure glad I came on this cruise"

"You are "

"Yes I wouldn't have met you, and your Dad"

"I'm sure glad you did". Reid touched her hand, she smiled as he held it for a moment. The waitress came over, Reid said he was having the chocolate cheesecake, and Sanda ordered the cherry cheesecake. She said she would be right back, Reid laughed, "We can share cherry, and chocolate a perfect match, just like you, and me"

Sanda blushed making Reid touch her chin, "I'm sorry that was forward, I'm not like that , I apologize"

"Don't that was very sweet, and I would love to share with you"

The song "The way you make me Feel" By Michael Jackson started to play, Reid jumped up, "Come on we already have everyone laughing at us, who cares". Sanda put her hand in his, he brought her to the dance floor. He was dancing, and singing making Sanda smile. He pulled her close, as he twirled her around. She has never felt more alive, and never more happy in her whole life. He whispered, "Your the one for me, the way you make me feel, you knock me off my feet". He brought his lips over hers, she was stunned but she kissed him back. He smiled, "This is the best night of my life can you tell". He had the most amazing smile as he was dancing he saw other women looking over, and she knew they thought he was sweet, but he was hers, and she wasn't going to let him go.

[Sanda]

Cute update Jessie. Reid and Sanda are so cute and adorable together. I LOVE that Reid and Sanda were dancing to the song The Way You Make Me Feel by Michael Jackson. :)I LOVE that song by Michael Jackson. I hope that my mom doesn't get mad at my dad for leaving me alone with Reid.