Christmas Eve, New Sanda and Reid story

[jessie]

Here is a story for you Sanda, hope you like it.

It was Christmas Eve, Sanda missed her family like crazy, but she couldn't get off work to go see them. They lived in San Antonio, and she lived in Oakdale. She moved here 1 year ago, she was pregnant, and she married the man she thought she would spend the rest of her life with. She adored Eric, but she lost him just after they found out they were going to have a baby. He never got to see his baby girl Emma. He was so happy, he went out right away, and bought everything for the babies room. He made the room magical all in a Disney theme. Sanda and Eric were so happy, than one day he was called into work on a emergency. He always was the first to go in he was such a dedicated employee, he was working his way in University to be a Doctor. Sanda was never more proud of him, and she knew he would be the most amazing Dad, because he was a wonderful husband. He would do everything for her, he would take her out to dinner , and he would watch whatever she wanted. It all came to a stop that Thursday night when she was sitting on the couch watching the Office, and she heard a knock at the door. She got up thinking it was the neighbor but she asked who it was. They said the Police, and Sanda froze it felt like the wind was knocked out of her. She put her hand on the door, but she didn't want to answer it because she knew it was bad news. If she didn't open the door, she wouldn't have to hear what she was afraid to hear. She opened the door, she was shocked seeing a Lady and Man they introduced themselves as Margo , and Jack they both were Detectives. They came in , they realized she was pregnant, so they told her to sit down. Sanda yelled, "Where is my husband Eric is he OK"?

Margo walked over touching her arm, "I'm so sorry he was killed in a head on collision, he was killed instantly". Sanda lost it she screamed, "You are lying it can't be we are having a baby, he was suppose to be home now, I have his dinner warming up". Jack waked over, "We will take you to the hospital"

"Is Eric there, I have to see him"

"That might not be a good idea, do you have any family here"?

"No just Eric"

Margo and Jack helped Sanda to the couch, she sat down, she was shaking. She was 8 months pregnant, she was so happy, and now she felt so lost, and alone. She started to cry, "You sure Eric is gone"?

"Yes we are so sorry, maybe you should go to the hospital to be checked out"

Sanda jumped up running into the kitchen, she turned the oven off. She opened the door pulling out the pizza she made him throwing it at the wall. Margo ran in, "Sanda this is not helping you calm down Sweetie"

"Calm down my husband , the Father of my baby is gone"

"I know but he would want you to take care of yourself, and your unborn child"

Sanda turned away from them as she started to cry. Jack felt horrible he walked over, "I'm so sorry Sanda". Sanda looked at him he seemed so sincere she went into his arms, and broke down. She suddenly pulled away holding her stomach.

"Sanda are you ok"?

"My water broke, I'm only 8 months pregnant"

"Ok come with us we will get you to the hospital". She took his hand, and walked out with them she was in shock, she couldn't believe this was happening to her.

To be continued

[jessie]

Chapter 2

Margo and Tom took Sanda to the hospital. She was in premature labor, she was rushed into the labor room. She was so scared she thought Eric would be with her, but he was gone she was all alone. She was confused, and scared, and in pain. They came in right away they said the baby was already coming. They gave her something for the pain, Margo came in walking over holding her hand. She grabbed on to her hand holding on needing someone to talk her through this. She knew if Eric was here he would get her through he could always calm her down. She cried out as the contractions were coming fast, and hard. Margo talked her through it, they told her to push, it was 2 hours later the baby was giving them trouble but it came out screaming. She was crying she whispered, "Is my baby OK"?

The Doctor smiled, "She is a beauty, and listen to her lungs, she is a premature baby, but she is healthy"

Sanda smiled but she started to cry, she hated that Eric was not here to share this with her. The Doctor cleaned the baby up, than walked over putting the baby in her arms. She was beautiful she looked so much like Eric. She whispered, "Oh Emma Lynn you are here, and Ma Ma loves you so much. Your Daddy can't be here, but I know he is looking down right now, and he is smiling he loved you the moment you were conceived. I promise you , I will be the best Ma Ma, I can be, and I will tell you all about your Daddy".

Margo smiled, "Oh she is beautiful just like her Ma Ma"

"She looks just like her Daddy, look at that smile" They all smile, Emma was brought into the world the same day her Daddy left. In a way she was going to help Sanda deal with her loss because Emma needed her Mommy, and Sanda wouldn't let her down.

She took Emma home a couple days later, and it was hard. Her Parents came, and they wanted her to go home to San Antonio, but Sanda wasn't ready to leave the place her , and Eric worked so hard to get. They stayed with her a month, but had to go home. Sanda said she may return home one day, but just not yet. The weeks , than months went by, she was a perfect Mother. Emma helped her when she almost gave up, Sanda saw her sweet smile, and it actually made her smile. She would take Emma to the cemetery almost every week, she would tell Emma all about her Father. She knew Emma didn't understand, but she knew she had to do this for herself, and for Eric. She blamed Eric for a time but she knew it was not his fault he left them. It was a freak accident, and she couldn't understand why but God must have had plans for Eric. She just wished God let her have him a little while longer she wanted to tell him one more time how much she loved him. She wanted to kiss him, and make love to him, but more than anything she wanted him to hold their little girl in his hands. She knew she was blessed having Eric in her life, but she was so sad that she didn't have him a little while longer. She went to work when Emma was 6 months old, she was a waitress at a diner, she actually loved the job. It helped her with the bills, she had some money Eric made sure she was taken care of he had a insurance policy that helped with the funeral, and a lot of the bills. She was blessed her neighbor Jessie helped out all the time, and her best friend Melinda also would help babysitting Emma. Jessie and Melinda have become friends too, and Emma was happy so it was easy for Sanda to leave her. She knew she could trust them both, and that eased her mind when she worked long hours. She was not impressed she was asked to work Christmas Eve, but she had to do it she had low seniority, and she knew if she refused she would lose her job. Billy was amazing he let her have days off when Emma was sick. He worked around her schedule, he was really amazing. She was happy Jessie, and Melinda were watching Emma at Melinda's house with Melinda's son Max's. Sanda couldn't wait until 10 so she could go over, and spend sometime with her friends. She was happy she got Christmas off, she knew Emma was only 8 months old but she couldn't wait for her to open her gifts this year. She went overboard but she didn't care Emma deserved to be happy, and she didn't care if she spoiled her or not.

The diner was quiet she saw some people come in. She felt sad she could see they were lonely, and they all wanted to talk. Sanda was a good listener, and talker so she enjoyed talking to them all.

She was pouring coffee when she saw a man walk into the diner. He had reddish hair, he was so handsome, she almost dropped her coffee pot, he looked so much like Eric she actually thought it was him. Billy walked over, "Sanda you ok"?

"That man have you seen him around"?

"Yes that is Dr Oliver"

"Doctor"?

"Yeah why you know him Sanda"?

"No, I will go over, and take his order". She walked over slowly just staring. She got to the table, and smiled, "Merry Christmas, can I get you something to drink before you order"?

"A chocolate shake would be nice"

Sanda turned but Reid whispered, "Can you join me for a shake my treat"? She turned, "I'm working"

"I'm sorry, I'm just lonely, and I wanted to talk to someone"

Sanda smiled, "You know what I'm about due for a break, 2 shakes coming up". He smiled as she walked away, but turned back to see Reid smile, and she smiled back.

[Sanda]

Great start to your new Reid and Sanda story. I feel so bad for Sanda losing her husband Eric when she was 8 and 1/2 months pregnant with their daughter. I LOVE how Reid and Sanda met at the diner in the second chapter of this awesome story. Please update this awesome story again really soon.

[jessie]

Chapter 3

Sanda told Billy she was taking her break, he said it was ok. She grabbed 2 milkshakes, and brought them over. She smiled, "I brought chocolate, I hope you love chocolate"

"You kidding I love any milkshake". She sat down, "This was sweet of you to ask me to join you. This is a first, not many customers ask me to have a milkshake with them"

"I had a rough week, I'm a Doctor over at Oakdale Memorial. I had to work today, but I have tomorrow off. Can you believe, I have the senority but the head of the hospital said I should work today, and tomorrow because I don't have family. I might not have family, but I hate that they think my life is not as important as someone with a wife, and kids."

"Your not married"?

"No never found the right girl, but I don't date much, I'm working most the time. My second passion is eating that sports, than sleeping"

"That is funny I'm Sanda what is your name"?

"How rude of me, I'm Reid Oliver"

"I knew that Billy told me" Sanda smiled as Reid whispered, "Are you married you have to be, I see a ring"?

"My Husband was killed 8 months ago in a car accident"

"Oh I'm so sorry I ddin't mean to upset you". Sanda tried to smile but her eyes filled up with tears. "Eric was amazing, he died May 22, and I gave birth to my baby girl after hearing the news. She is the love of my life, but I miss Eric so much it hurts. I saw you today, and I thought it was him. You look a lot like Eric especially your hair, and your smile, really everything about you reminds me of him"

"Oh where is your baby now"?

"My friends Melinda and Jessie are watching her. I don't know what I would do without them. Melinda invited me over for dinner tomorrow, Jessie is coming too. I want the best for my baby girl but sometimes it hurts so bad, and you want to give up. I see Emma's smile, and she lights up a room"

Reid smiled, "Emma sweet name"

"Emma Lynn you would love her she is adorable, she has red hair too like her Daddy"

"Awe to cute"

"Reid what are you doing for Christmas"?

"Staying home watching a few films, and pig out on Tv dinners turkey of course"

"You are kidding that isn't true"

"Well it is sort of, my friend Katie, and her husband Chris went away for Christmas. I really don't have anyone else but I'm ok with it. I just didn't want to be alone today, so I came in here. I'm really glad I did it was nice taking to you, and thank you for having pity on me, and joining me for your break"

"I didn't have pity, I wanted to talk to you, beside I needed a break, my feet are killing me"

Reid smiled, Sanda whispered, "What would you like to eat, don't eat the meatloaf is basically sucks, but don't tell Billy I told you that"

"Maybe a burger, and fries"

"Sounds good, the burgers are the best here. Sanda stood up, "I'm sure Melinda wouldn't mind me bringing another friend to dinner tomorrow, would you like to join me , and Emma but if you come we have to drive Jessie over to. She doesn't drive, she is to scared, my car is in the shop"

"How are you getting home"?

"I'm taking a cab over to Melinda's to pick up Emma"

"I can drive you if you like"?

"You sure I will be off in 1 hour, can you wait that long"?

"Sure I haven't eaten yet" Reid smiled as Sanda giggled, "Oh right , I will put your order in now". Sanda walked away, Reid smiled thinking maybe this would be a great Christmas, not another lonely one like he has every year.

To be continued

[Sanda]

Cute update Jessie. :)Reid and Sanda are so cute and adorable together. I can't wait for Reid to meet Sanda's daughter Emma Lynn.

[jessie]

Thanks for the comments Sanda, I'm glad you like the story. It is sad , and sweet, the type of stories, I like to write.

Chapter 4

Sanda brought over the food, she smiled, "I called Melinda, and she would love for you to join us for Christmas. It will be noisy but what is Christmas without laughter, and kids"

"True I miss little Jacob, he is adorable you would like him"

"Jacob"

"Katie's son, I bonded with Jacob when I lived with Katie at her place. I got my own place after she started dating Chris. He is OK but I could never be in the same house with him"

Sanda smiled, "You eat up, I will finish up my tables, and we can leave after you finish"

"OK" Sanda smiled as she walked away, and was cleaning up, and serving coffee. She looked over seeing Reid watching her, she was a little nervous, she never thought she would feel excited being around another man again. She loved Eric, and no one would ever take his spot in her heart, but she sure would like some company, and Reid was to cute, his smile was adorable just like Eric. Billy walked over, "Sanda you OK"?

"Yeah Billy I'm just fine"

"I see you , and Dr. Oliver hit it off OK"

"He is a nice man , he is joining me for Christmas at my friends place"

"You invited him for Christmas girl that is special"

"Billy he seems nice, what do you think"?

"Dr. Oliver is a good man, he is just lonely I think"

"Yeah he was going to have a TV dinner for Christmas that is sad"

"TV dinner oh God thank the lord you invited the poor man to dinner"

Sanda smiled, "Hope my friends like him"

"They will what is not to like, finish up, and you can leave to see that precious daughter of yours. I have something for her, don't forget to take it"

"Billy you didn't have to"

"I know but I wanted to she is a joy, just like her Ma Ma". Sanda smiled as Billy walked away. Sanda finished up with the customers. She went over to Reid, "I'm all finished, would you like something else maybe pie or something"?

"No we can leave it is late, you must want to get to your friends to pick up Emma"

"Yeah I miss her, she probably will be sleeping, but maybe not"

Reid smiled as he pulled out money handing it to her. She went over to the cash register, and brought back the change.

"That is yours, the best service I ever got"

Sanda smiled, "This is to much Reid, I can't take this"

"It is yours, I'm not accepting it back" She smiled putting it in her pocket she thanked him, and went to the back to get her things. She was putting her coat on when Billy walked over.

"Sanda here is Emma's present, and this is for you, a little something to help you out. "

"Wow that is a big package, thank you so much. You didn't have to get me anything"

"Have a Merry Christmas Sanda, see you soon". Sanda hugged Billy, "I have something for you". She handed him a package, and he smiled, "Oh this is wrapped so pretty, but you shouldn't have"

"I wanted to it is a little something, I'm sure you will love"

"Go Sanda before you make me cry". She smiled, "Merry Christmas Billy, thanks for everything". She walked out Billy held the present close to his heart, as he watched her leave with Reid.

[melindajo2000]

this is a great story, poor Sanda I am glad she has Reid and her friends along with her daughter

[Sanda]

I agree with MelindaJo, Poor Sanda. I am glad that Sanda has Reid and her friends and her precious baby girl Emma.

[jessie]

Chapter 4

Reid and Sanda were driving to Melinda's place. Reid whispered, "Your friends won't mind me coming in, while you get Emma"?

"No why would they"?

"Well I'm a stranger , they might get worried"

"They will be fine, beside you are sweet, I know you wouldn't hurt me"

"Of course I wouldn't"

Sanda told Reid to turn right, Melinda was just down the street. She pointed to the house, they parked, and walked up to the door. The door opened it was Jessie, she was shocked that Sanda was with a man.

"Sanda I didn't know you were bringing someone"?

"Oh this is Dr. Reid Oliver, he offered to give me a ride here, and back home"

"I was going to spend the night with you tonight, have you changed your mind"?

"Jessie no, I want you to spend the night, we are coming back here tomorrow morning. I just invited Reid to Christmas dinner, Melinda said she wouldn't mind"

"Oh come in Mr. Oliver"

Reid came in shaking Jessie's hand, he wiped his boots, as Melinda came over. "Nice to meet you Mr. Oliver Sanda called, and told me you were joining us tomorrow for dinner"

"Yes if you don't mind"

"More the merrier, my Mom, sister , and Brother will be joining us too, along with my son, and daughter, and Jessie of course"

"Sounds wonderful"

"Is Emma sleeping "?

"Yes she is in the playpen, she just went down, why don't you have a coffee before you go"

"Sure that would be nice" Reid and Sanda followed Melinda into the kitchen, Jessie followed in behind them. Sanda turned, "Jessie what is the matter"?

"I feel like I'm intruding, you didn't tell me you were dating"

"I just met him, and your not intruding he is a friend don't be silly" Jessie sat down Reid smiled, "You all been friends for a long time"

Melinda brought the coffee over, "Yes for a long time, we are always together, I met Jessie through Sanda, but it is like we have known each other forever"

Jessie smiled, "Yeah I have 2 brothers , now I finally have 2 sisters, they tell me off like sisters sometimes"

Sanda smiled, "You need it sometimes girl"

"Yeah I guess"

Emma started to cry, Sanda got up, "I will go get her". She left, Melinda smiled, "She is a doll, you will love her". Sanda came in Emma was 8 months, she was smiling , she missed her Ma Ma all day. Melinda smiled, "Hey you Ma Ma is here, you sensed that didn't you"

Sanda sat down, "Emma this is Reid, my new friend"

Reid touched Emma's hand, 'Hello Princess, you are adorable, look at that smile"

Emma let out a giggle making everyone laugh. Sanda smiled, "She is a happy baby most of the time, but when she is upset she will let you know"

Melinda and Jessie laugh, and agree, she had a little stubborn streak in her, but you didn't see it often.

Reid laughed, "I can't imagine her upset, look at that face"

Emma giggled again as Sanda kissed her cheek. They finished their coffees, and then Sanda, Reid, Emma and Jessie left to go to Sanda's house. They would come back in the morning, Reid drove them home, as Melinda locked up, and got ready for bed, she had a big day tomorrow it was Christmas, and she was doing most of the cooking, she prayed everything would turn out perfect, but as long as they all were together, it would.

[melindajo2000]

this is a great chapter I really like all the friend stories! glad that Sanda has Reid too

[Sanda]

Sweet update Jesisie. I LOVE how Reid called my daughter Emma Lynn princess in this awesome story. Reid and Sanda are so cute and adorable together in this awesome story.

[jessie]

Chapter 5

Reid was driving them home, Jessie was quiet, Sanda was in the front sitting beside Reid. They got to the house, Reid got out running around opening the door for Sanda. Than he opened the back door, and reached in getting Emma out of her car seat. Jessie got out grabbing the diaper bag. Sanda walked up to the door opening it. She took Emma from Reid, and asked him to come in for a coffee. He smiled, "You sure it is not to late"?

"A coffee would be fine please come in" Jessie hung up her coat, and took his, and hung it up. She smiled, "I will go get Emma ready for bed, if you like"

"Sure but bring her out to say goodnight, before putting her down"

"I will" Jessie took Emma, and walked down the hall to the nursery. Sanda and Reid went into the kitchen. Reid sat down, Sanda was putting water in the kettle.

"Sanda your friend Jessie is a little nervous about me"

"No she is fine, she was just shocked, I brought you home"

"Yeah I guess, Melinda and Jessie seem really cool"

"They are my best friends, I would have lost it without them in my life. They helped me after I lost Eric, I was devastated, but Emma, and my friends pulled me through it. I will never forget Eric, but I know now I have to move on for Emma, and for myself"

"He sounds like a wonderful Man, I'm so sorry for your loss"

"He was amazing, you would have liked him a lot. He would help anyone, I guess that verse the good die young it is true"

"I'm a Doctor, I see so many deaths, and I never get use to it. I know they say things happen for a reason, but I don't understand that"

"Yeah me too"

Jessie walked into the kitchen, "Look at our Princess, this outfit is to cute"

Sanda almost cried they bought her a little red nightie, with a matching Santa hat, and little red socks. Emma was smiling, making Reid get up taking a picture on his cell phone. "She is the cutest little girl, may I hold her for a minute"? Jessie smiled, "Sure she really likes you"

Reid took her, and sat her on his lap. "Santa will be coming soon, I bet you will be spoiled"

Jessie giggled, "Yeah by Santa, but her Aunt Melinda and Aunt Jessie, have a real special present for her"

"What did you two do"?

"You will find out tomorrow, you will love it. Melinda is so talented, you have to see what she did, it is amazing"

"Melinda made it"?

"Well I helped, well she pretended, I helped, but I tried". Jessie smiled, she sat down, smiling at Emma.

"Jessie you want a hot chocolate"?

"Sure thanks"

Sanda brought everything to the table, and brought over a bottle for Emma. Reid smiled, "I will feed her if I can"

"Sure" Sanda handed him the bottle, he laid her back, and she snuggled in his arms, and took the bottle. Jessie whispered, "Boy you are great with kids, you are a keeper"

"Jessie " Sanda said but Reid smiled, "No that was sweet, thank you". He looked at Emma as Jessie grinned at Sanda, who smiled back at her.

[melindajo2000]

this is so good you have me hooked on Sanda/Reid stories, I want more lol

[Sanda]

Sweet update Jessie. OMG Reid is soo good with Emma Lynn. I agree with Jessie that Reid is a keeper. ;D

[jessie]

Chapter6

Reid was feeding Emma, and he lifted her over his shoulder to burp her, and she gave him a loud strong burp making Sanda, and Jessie smile.

Jessie whispered, "Now that is a lady she is not shy"

"She is a baby Jessie, but I have a feeling she wont be shy"

Reid sat Emma on his lap, and Emma was full of smiles she was such a happy child. Reid looked into her eyes, and he saw Sanda in her. She was a beauty just like her Ma Ma.

"Reid would you like me to take her"?

"Is it her bed time"?

Jessie smiled, "Yes, and her Aunt's Jessie's bedtime too. Melinda had me hopping she never stops she wants everything perfect for tomorrow, I think we made enough desserts for 40 people, I hope you love sweets Reid"

"I love it"

Jessie got up, "I can get her settled in her crib if you like to say goodnight to Reid alone Sanda"

"That would be awesome Jessie". She took Emma from him, and said goodnight, and walked down the hall with the baby.

"She is beautiful Sanda"

"Jessie or Emma"?

'Well both but I was talking about Emma she is a happy one"

"I was blessed does that mean she will give me trouble when she is a teen"?

Reid smiled, "I think all teens give their parents trouble"

"Oh I didn't I was a Angel Reid"

"I'm sure you were Sanda".

"Reid I'm really looking forward to tomorrow, I'm so glad your joining us"

"I should get going, and let you get some sleep, but I'm looking forward to tomorrow, I will pick you, Jessie, and Emma up"

"That would be nice of you thank you"

Sanda walked Reid to the door, and he stopped, and put his shoes on. He was putting his coat on, all the while smiling at Sanda. He walked over, and kissed her cheek, and touched her chin, and Sanda brought her lips over Reid's, and they kissed for the longest time. Sanda touched her lips as Reid whispered, "Goodnight Angel see you tomorrow"

"Bye"

Sanda watched as he walked to his car, and she waved as he drove off. She was locking the door when Sanda walked up behind her.

"Oh man that was a kiss"

"You scared me , I thought you were getting Emma settled"

"I was she went down really well, and I was walking to my room, and I saw the kiss, and it was sweet"

"It was just a kiss he is sweet Jessie"

"Yeah, and sexy, and hot, and a great kisser"

"How would you know but he was"

"He is a Surgeon now that is someone I would hang on to"

"Jessie go to bed you always have such romantic thoughts"

"Yeah but I'm single is that fair"

"Well you have to get out in the world so does Melinda"

"Well you found Mr. Hot lips at work, how sweet is that"

"I will lock up go rest because tomorrow you will be busy, and you know you will be Grumpy if your tired"

"Yeah want some help locking up"

"No I'm fine thanks for helping out with Emma today, you , and Melinda are amazing"

"Yeah I know I am I just can't help it"

Sanda smiled, "Go or I will make you clean up in the kitchen"

"I'm going goodnight , I guess I don't have to tell you to have sweet dreams, you will after that kiss". Jessie ran down the hall to her room, and Sanda whispered, "Goodnight Jessie"

"Night Sanda". Sanda went into the kitchen, and lifted up the mug Reid drank out of, and smiled.