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Post by jessie on Nov 14, 2010 0:45:39 GMT -6
Chapter 12
Melinda and Cliff left the beach, and went to a little diner close to Melinda's house. They went inside, and were taken to a table. They put Emily in a highchair, and Max wanted to sit beside Cliff. He sat trying to act all grown up, Melinda was never so proud of him. Cliff whispered, "What would you like Max"?
"A hot dog". Cliff smiled, "Wow that was fast, a hot dog it is".
Emily giggled, "I want dog to".
"You want a hot dog too Sweetie"?
"Yes, a dog". Melinda smiled, "Ok that is great, I will have a burger, I'm starving".
The waiter came over they ordered their drinks and dinner. Cliff was getting a burger too. They were talking, Emily was in a great mood she was giggling, and singing. Melinda was worried some of the customers, might get upset, but they smiled and said it was ok.
The waiter brought over the drinks, and Melinda was shocked, Max's milkshake, was huge, she didn't think he could finish it. Emily got a juice, Melinda put it in her juice cup with a lid. Emily was thirsty, she was drinking so fast.
"Emily slow down Sweetie". Melinda smiled
'I'm thirsty Ma Ma".
"Ok but take your time". Melinda and Cliff were drinking their coffee, looking at each other. She had the best day, Cliff is amazing, she prayed nothing ruined their friendship. The waiter brought over the dinners, Max smiled, "Oh yummy". Cliff smiled, "Should I cut your hot dog in half"?
"No, I'm a big boy, you can cut Emily's".
Melinda did, and Emily was eating her hot dog. Cliff laughed, "Poor thing is starving, we didn't get her a snack at the beach she fell asleep".
"She is hungry, but if she eats her dinner she can have a dessert". Emily got so excited, "ice cream , Ice cream".
"Yes, you can have ice cream".
"Not me Ma Ma, I want cake , I had ice cream at the Beach". Max says.
Emily looked , "Ice cream at the beach no"
"You fell asleep Angel, so you get it here".
"Ok Mommy". Cliff couldn't stop laughing Emily was a doll. They all finished dinner, and ordered dessert. Emily couldn't wait for her ice cream, it was her favourite thing to eat. She couldn't eat it fast enough when it came to the table. Melinda and Cliff had cheese cake. Max smiled, "Cliff you want to try my chocolate cake".
"Sure buddy", Cliff took a bite, and made such a fuss. Max and Emily were laughing, making Melinda laugh too. Cliff was amazing with the kids, she never seen them more happy. They finished, and paid, and they walked to Cliff's car. They drove to Melinda's place, and went inside. Melinda took Emily to her room to change her. She changed her diaper, washed her face, and hands. She put her nightgown on, and brought her back to the living room. Cliff was sitting with Max on the couch watching TV. Melinda walked over handing Emily to Cliff, and she told Max to come and get his pajamas on. He fussed but did, Melinda went with him. She came back, Max was showing off his Spider man pajamas. Cliff said Spider man was one of his favourite super heroes.
"I like Batman too".
Emily said she liked Ariel
"Who is Ariel"?
"Oh she is a Mermaid, a Disney movie, "Little Mermaid".
"Oh I would love to see that movie Emily". Cliff says
Melinda smiled, "OK we will watch Little Mermaid, than it is bedtime for you both".
"No Ma Ma".
"Yes, Max it is getting late". She sat down, the four of them watched the movie. Emily just stared , she loved the movie so much. Cliff looked down Max fell asleep, Melinda laughed, "Oh he was upset he was going to bed after the movie. He didn't even make it through the movie. She lifted him up, and carried him to his room. She laid him down, and he moaned but went back asleep. She kissed his forehead, and walked back out to the living room . Emily wasn't going down that easy, she was waiting until the movie ended. It ended and Melinda lifted her up, bedtime Sweetie. Say nightie night to Cliff". She kissed Cliff, "Night Daddy".
Cliff was shocked, but hearing that was the sweetest sound to his ears.
Melinda put her to bed, she went down easy, she was exhausted too. Melinda walked back to the living room, she walked over sitting beside Cliff. "Oh it is lovely when you get them down, it is peaceful".
"Yes, but I love having them around".
"I do too, but I love my alone time too".
Melinda smiled as Cliff moved real close, he touched her chin bringing his lips to hers. She touched his lips, "Cliff do you know how wonderful you are"?
"Me", he smiled, "you are the wonderful one Melinda"
Her heart was racing, no man ever got to her like Cliff did. She never wanted anyone like she wanted Cliff. She was scared, and excited at the sometime. She has been alone, for so long, she ached for some attention from a man who thought she was beautiful. She froze when he stood up, and put his hands out to her. He smiled, "Lets go to bed Melinda, unless you want me to sleep out here". She got up looking into his eyes, she took his hands, and they both walked to the bedroom.
Sorry Melinda you have to wait until the next chapter, to see what happens next. ;D
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Post by Sanda on Nov 14, 2010 13:24:49 GMT -6
Cute update Jessie. Melinda, Cliff, Max and Emily are soo cute and adorable together. I LOVE the movie The Little Mermaid.
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Post by melindajo2000 on Nov 14, 2010 18:40:28 GMT -6
no fair Jessie lol. this was a cute chapter. Melinda's kids are so cute and Cliff is so good with them. I love how happy everyone is. I hope they can stay happy
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Post by jessie on Nov 14, 2010 20:19:22 GMT -6
Chapter 13
Melinda and Cliff went to her room shutting the door. She turned as he pulled her close. She smiled, "Oh Cliff we do this, it will change everything"
"Melinda, I love you, I know it is strange, we just met, but I do. I love your kids, I love being with you all. When I walked into that Diner that day, I was at the lowest point in my life. I saw you, and your kids, and something in side, me just felt so close to you all. I know you have had a rough life, but I want to change that. Let me help you , let me do stuff for the kids, I would love to move in here with you. When your ready, I want to marry you, but I want you to really want me".
"Oh wow that was sweet Cliff, I know you care about us all. I care too, I was pretty low too, but my kids are my everything. I need love, I need someone to hold me , kiss me, to say I'm their everything . I adore you Cliff Barnes, I would love for you to move in. I'm not ready quite yet for marriage, but that will come. I want Max and Emily to feel like they have a Father figure, I think you are the perfect choice for that. I will find it hard to accept things, but we are going to be a team, so I will try".
Cliff smiled , as he brought his lips to hers, pulling her close. They kissed so passionately, they both just held on to each other. Cliff put his finger to her lips, and brought his lips to hers. She moved closer to him , she whispered, "Can you do this without taking the next step. I love having you close, but I don't want to make love yet, do you understand". He smiled, "Oh I understand, you have children, you are nervous"
"I want us to get closer, but I want to take time Cliff " Cliff smiled
He leaned down kissing her, "we can snuggle, and talk, that sounds just perfect to me". Melinda smiled, "Good because I love having a adult to talk to. You truly are the nicest man I have ever met, and thank you for understanding."
They were laying in each others arms, when the door opened.. Melinda covered herself, she was horrified, Max was standing in the doorway. Cliff tried to stay calm, "Max what is wrong"?
"I can't sleep, I'm hungry ".
"Oh Max, you shut the door, I will come to your room in a minute". Cliff says
"Ok" Max shut the door, and went to his room sitting on the bed. Melinda was frantic, "what will he think, seeing you in my bed"?
"Melinda he is fine please calm down".
"He is my boy, I didn't want him to be confused". Cliff got up pulling his pants on. Melinda put her housecoat on. Cliff ran over touching Melinda face, "We didn't do anything wrong Melinda, calm down".
"I know , but my boy".
"Do you want me to move in Melinda"?
"Yes but".
"No but, we will act normal, we didn't do anything wrong"
Melinda smiled, "Your right, lets go to Max". Cliff kissed her, and they walked out together.
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Post by Sanda on Nov 14, 2010 20:35:29 GMT -6
Cute update Jessie. LOL at Max walking in on Cliff and Melinda in bed together.
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Post by melindajo2000 on Nov 14, 2010 22:06:02 GMT -6
Oh no, poor Max, I hope Melinda doesn't change her mind about Cliff moving in, this was one of my favorite chapters
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Post by jessie on Nov 18, 2010 21:59:50 GMT -6
Chapter 14
Melinda and Cliff went to get Max.
"Hey Max, your hungry"?
"Yes, I'm really hungry, my tummy is making funny noises". Melinda smiled, "Ok lets go find something to fix that". They all went to the kitchen, Max sat at the table. Cliff sat beside him, and smiled at Max.
"You and Mommy were in bed together".
'Yes, we were sleeping, why are you upset"?
"No, I like it", Max giggled, Melinda looked at Cliff, he winked at her. Melinda brought over a bowl of cereal for Max. "Cliff you want some Captain Crunch"?
"Sure, why don't the three of us have some"? Melinda grabbed two more bowls, and they all sat eating.
"Max how would you like it if Cliff moved in with us"?
"Can he"?
"Sure but your ok right"?
"Yes, he will be my Daddy now".
"Max, I'm not your Daddy, but I love it that you feel like I am".
"If you move here, does that mean Mommy doesn't have to work at the restaurant anymore"?.
"Max, I am still going to work, but maybe now, I can afford a babysitter for you and Emily".
"I want you Ma Ma not a babysitter" Cliff smiled, "I can support us all, and you can spend more time with the kids".
"Cliff I want to keep working, I have to ".
"Ok how about less hours, we can both work together, so one of us are with the kids at all times".
"I could do that, less hours seems good". Cliff smiled at Max, "How is your tummy now buddy"?
'Better, maybe I will go back to bed now". Melinda and Cliff took him to his room tucking him in. He smiled, "Goodnight Daddy and Ma Ma".
"Goodnight", Melinda kissed his cheek, so did Cliff. They walked out, and Cliff whispered, "he is adorable".
"Yes he is, I thought he might ask more questions".
"Me too, we were off the hook". Melinda smiled, as they checked on Emily. She was so cute, she was sound to sleep. Cliff wrapped his arms around Melinda, "I love your kids, they are a joy to be around". They walked out going to Melinda's room. They walked in but locked the door. Melinda turned, "You really are sure, about moving in"?
"Yes, I never wanted anything more in my life".
"You really are a blessing Cliff, I was so down when you walked into my life".
He brought his lips to hers, and they kissed, they laid down, both holding each other, as they drifted off asleep.
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Post by melindajo2000 on Nov 18, 2010 23:47:34 GMT -6
this was a perfect chapter. I love it that Max was calling him daddy, and that Cliff was moving in and that they are sharing a schedule together . I just pray that JR doesnt get involved with this one to ruin a happy home. This is one of my favorite stories. Cliff deserves to be happy for once and so does Melinda. They are perfect for each other. Great writing and your romance writing keeps getting better all the time too. very impressive too, considering they were allready at the top of your game! You are outdoing yourself all the time girl!
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Post by Sanda on Nov 19, 2010 18:13:22 GMT -6
Cute update Jessie. I LOVE that Max is calling Cliff Daddy already. I hope that JR doesn't do anything to spoil things for Cliff, Melinda, Max and Emily. I agree with Melinda JO that you are awesome storyteller and all of your stories are soo awesome and amazing. I agree with Melinda that you are outdoing yourself all the time.
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Post by jessie on Nov 19, 2010 20:43:11 GMT -6
Chapter 16
Melinda and Cliff were both sleeping . They left the door open just a little just in case the children cried or got up. Melinda cuddled with Cliff, she loved having him in her arms. She longed for a person to share her life with. She loved her children, but never having a adult to talk to to was taking a toll on her. She leaned on Cliff's chest. "Cliff I would love for you to move in as soon as possible."
"Is tomorrow soon enough"?
"Yes, after I work, you can bring some of your stuff here. I don't know what your going to do with all your furniture"?
"I have a great idea, I have a great twin bedroom suite. It would be perfect for Max, and you could use Max's bed for Emily."
"Sounds good, Emily has to get her own bed , she tried to get out of her crib before. I'm scared she would hurt herself, but I can't afford a new bed yet. I have been saving but with Christmas coming up, and Emily's birthday which is in 3 weeks".
"Really 3 weeks, we have to have a big celebration".
"The four of us can go to a movie and dinner she would love that".
"Melinda don't get angry promise".
"Oh no you changed your mind already right"?
"No never, but your couch and kitchen set is pretty old sweetie".
"Yeah, well I'm raising two children on my own. My husband doesn't help at all, I do it alone. Thanks for making me feel horrible Cliff".
"Melinda, lets get rid of you suite, and use mine. It is 2 months old, and the kids will love it. There is tons of pillows , it is big and so comfy".
"Really that is sweet Cliff, but with two kids, it might get ruined".
Than we get a new one, deal my furniture in, yours out".
"Ok deal, sorry for getting upset, but I'm trying".
"I know I would never judge you Melinda, I love you". Melinda was shocked, "You love me"?
"You must feel it Melinda, you really make me happy".
They kiss as they heard , "Mommy Mommy". Melinda smiled, "Oh Cliff this is how it will be, my Angel probably had a nightmare".
"Can I get her Melinda"?
"Sure Cliff". He got up walking out of the room, walking into Cliff's room.
"Hi Angel".
Emily's eye's lite up seeing Cliff, "Daddy ". She put her arms out to him. He lifted her up hugging her. "You have a bad dream"?
"I want Mommy".
"Ok lets go see her, how would you like to snuggle with us"?
"Yes, can I". Cliff smiled, "Oh I hope Mommy thinks it is ok". Cliff walked into the room holding Emily.
"Melinda, would you mind if Emily snuggles with us."?
"Sure Sweetie come to Ma Ma". Cliff handed Emily to Melinda as he got in bed too. Emily giggled as she got between them all comfy. She was talking and giggling, making Melinda and Cliff laugh.
"Emily you got to sleep it is late".
Emily shut her eyes, as they both kissed her cheek. She was out in no time. "She is a sweetie Melinda"
"Yes, she is both my babies are". Melinda held Cliff's hand, they laid staring at each other. Cliff has never felt more happy, and content, he knew Melinda , Max and Emily were what he waited his whole life for.
They jump when they felt Max get on the bed .
"I'm joining you guys, Ok"?
"Ok just for tonight , now we all have to sleep". Max smiled at Cliff , he laid beside Melinda, and the four of them fell asleep.
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Post by melindajo2000 on Nov 19, 2010 21:14:17 GMT -6
very cute chapter, I like Cliff using his stuff to help Melinda out, she probably wouldnt accept new stuff. That was cute all of them cuddling up together. Thanks for updating this tonight Jessie
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Post by jessie on Nov 28, 2010 19:37:16 GMT -6
Chapter 17
The next morning, Cliff opened his eyes, and saw two little faces smiling at him. Max and Emily both were staring at him. He looked over Melinda was still asleep, she didn't have to get up for another hour for work. Cliff touched Emily's nose, "want to go out, and get something for breakfast"?
"Yes, please". Cliff smiled as he got out of bed, lifting Emily, and taking Max's hand. They walked out, Cliff shut Melinda's door.
Cliff smiled, "Oh I think you need a diaper change Emily".
Max laughed, "Yes she does, she did a stinky Daddy".
"Max go sit at the kitchen table, I will change Emily".
"Ok", Max ran down the hall, as Cliff took Emily in her room. He smiled, "Oh I hope I do this right". He laid her on the change table, and grabbed some wipes, and a fresh diaper. He pulled her nightie up, and took off her diaper. He put his hand to his mouth, he noticed Emily watching him with a confused look.
"Oh I'm sorry Emily, that was rude, you didn't do anything wrong". He wrapped the diaper up throwing it out. He cleaned her, than put the fresh diaper on. "Hey Emily I did it are you proud"?
"Yes", Emily giggled, making Cliff laugh. He lifted her up, and whispered, "How about me and you wash our hands"? He walked to the bathroom sitting her on the sink, while he washed her hands, than his. "Now we can eat lets go Max is waiting". He walked out putting her into her highchair. He smiled, "Ok cereal for you both".
"Yes, Captain crunch Daddy", Max smiled
"Captain Crunch it is", he walked over grabbing 3 bowls, and milk. He got Emily's sippy cup, and 2 small glasses, and the juice. He poured them all some juice, as he poured the cereal. Emily giggled, "Yummy right Daddy".
"Yes, Yummy", Cliff felt tears come to his eyes, he never thought he would be this happy. He loved Melinda and her kids, he wasn't ever going to lose them.
Cliff was eating, while watching the kids. Max was on his second bowl, Cliff was laughing, Emily was trying but she got more on her than in her mouth. He was proud she was trying, so he let her continue. Emily grabbed her sippy cup, and was drinking some juice.
"Daddy can we watch a cartoon"?
"Sure you go put it on, I will wait until Emily is finished".
"Ok Daddy", Max ran into the living room, and stopped, "Mommy your up, we had breakfast already".
"Good Max go watch your cartoon". He ran and put his favourite channel on, and sat on the couch. Melinda walked into the kitchen, "Cliff you should have woke me up".
"No you needed some sleep, you have to work today. I changed Emily, and got them cereal, that is all I can make".
"That is what they love anyway, Cliff your amazing". Emily smiled, "Ma Ma, I ate myself".
"I see sweetie".
"Oh man you feed her don't you"?
"Well yes, but she has to learn". Melinda kissed Emily's cheek, than walked over touching Cliff's face. "Mr Barnes, I love you". Cliff smiled getting up hugging her so tight, she couldn't breath.
"Cliff what is wrong"?
"I love you Melinda, I never want to lose you or your kids". Melinda smiled, "you won't I won't let you go".
Cliff lifted Melinda up, and twirled her round and round. They both hear Emily yell, "Oh me too Daddy". Cliff put Melinda down, he lifted Emily up, and hugged her, while he twirled her.
Melinda laughed, "Watch out she might get sick".
"Oh", Cliff stopped, and smiled Emily was so happy, he just knew they were perfect for him, but in his heart, he knew he was perfect for them too.
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Post by melindajo2000 on Nov 28, 2010 21:23:59 GMT -6
aw very cute chaper, I hope they can stay happy like that. I love how good he is with the kids. wonderful writing Jessie
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Post by Sanda on Dec 5, 2010 22:55:53 GMT -6
Cute updates Jessie. Melinda and Cliff are soo cute and adorable together with Emily and Max.
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Post by jessie on Dec 18, 2010 16:43:27 GMT -6
Chapter 18
Melinda walked into the Kitchen , and was cleaning up. She had to go to work, and she had to get the kids ready. She jumped when Cliff wrapped his arms around her.
'Cliff you scared me, I hate this but I have to get ready for work".
"Your not taking the kids to that diner Melinda"
"What I have to don't you dare judge me Cliff Barnes. I'm a great Mother, I do what I have to. Their Daddy hasn't lifted a finger to help me since Emily is born. I do what is best for them, and I hate that they sit there everyday. What do you expect me to do tell me"?
"Oh God I was just saying, I would stay with them today, while you work. I phoned the office, and told them I wouldn't be in today. I thought after work we could interview a few people to watch the kids here while we work. We would only need a sitter for maybe two days. We will work our schedules to be with them, and not have strangers with them".
"You are kidding Cliff you would do that for my kids"?
"Yes, and you silly, I wasn't judging you, I think you are amazing". Melinda rapped her arms around Cliff and they both kissed. He pulled her so close she giggled as he whispered, "Oh man where have you been all my life"?. Melinda looked over but was shocked, Max and Emily were on the couch staring over the back of it, watching them kiss. Melinda whispered in Cliff's ear, "We have a audience Cliff". Cliff turned and the kids sat down really quick but were giggling. Cliff turned, "Oh God I'm sorry, I should be more careful"
"You kissed me Cliff we were not making love, but I could tell you wanted to". Cliff went 10 shades of red, "how could you tell"?
' Don't worry, it is flattering".
"Melinda go get dressed, don't worry about them. I will be fine, I promise you, and if we have any problems I will call you promise"
"You will have to change her a few times, and Max will keep you running. They will want to watch all their favourite shows, and they have a lot. You sure you are ready for this Cliff".
'Go get dressed, we don't want you losing your job". Cliff smiled as she ran down to shower and change. Cliff walked over, and smiled when Emily and Max where cuddled together both staring at him. He knelt down, "would you like to ask me what just happened in there"?
"You kissed Mommy", Max smiled and Emily giggled
"Yes, we really care for each other, and I loved kissing your Mommy. You are not upset are you"?
Emily giggled, "No Daddy"
Cliff was shocked he lifted Emily in his arms. "I don't get how your Daddy hasn't been around, but I promise I won't ever leave you or your Mommy. You know what is coming up soon"?
Emily clapped her hands, "Yes Santa is coming soon, I'm getting a doll, and a puppy"
Max yelled, "Mommy said no puppy Emily, they cost to much to feed them".
"I want a puppy Max" . Emily put her head on Cliff's shoulder, and started to cry.
Max pouted, "I want one too, but Mommy said no"
Cliff smiled, "Hey maybe with me living here we can afford a puppy, but you have to wait until Christmas to see if Santa will bring one"
Max jumped up, "If me and Emily wish really hard, and pray to God will it happen"? Emily looked at Cliff with tears filling her eyes, one tear fell down her cheek. He started to cry, he would do anything for these two kids, he was going to make this the best Christmas ever for all four of them.
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