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"Did you have a good talk," Chris finally asks. He's been down here ever since Garth left but he's been fighting the urge to find out what went on and we both know it.

I really should simply look him in the eye and say it went fine. But he'd probably make me regret it. So instead I shake my head and say, "I think I'm more confused now than I've ever been. I feel like I'm in some alternate dimension or something."

... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5128 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:32:26 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5127/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5127
I can't resist sneaking a peek over at Beck. Katy is still sitting on his lap and the two of them are totally engrossed in the movie. Most other men would run the other way from a woman who has kids, especially young kids like mine are. But not Beck, he seems just as eager to spend time with Katy and Jack as he does me.

I like that about him.

Katy looks up with sad eyes and asks, "Why is he sad?"

I glance at the movie. Ratatouille... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5127 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:30:43 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5126/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5126 Morgan looks at the clock and admits, "Maybe you should check on them. I know I told you to stay out of it. I know I told you to leave it, but...."

"They're fine," I say, keeping an eye on Bella. She's currently inching her way toward the arm of the couch. Someone's discovered quite the daredevil streak. "How are you doing?" I ask Morgan.

She smiles, and it warms my heart to see it reach her eyes. "I'm... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5126 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:29:57 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5125/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5125
I can't believe I'm actually answering Chris's summons. He's a big boy and he can write a song without me playing piano for him. He isn't great at playing, but he can manage for a song or two. I have to admit that I really just wanted to get out of the house. Cam and Maddie are glad to come over to play and Joe was willing to get the others fed and ready for bed. I have a feeling I'll be owing him one for the rest of my life if he keeps doing nice... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5125 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:29:24 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5124/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5124
I stick my hand back into the bowl of ice water and wince. Its not so much the cold that gets to me as the glare Mel has been shooting my direction for the past hour. Guess that means she doesn't think I should be the candidate to defend her honor.

Finally I reach out with my free hand and grab the towel slung over her shoulder. "Okay, I think I'll live." Removing my other hand from the water I start to dry it off.

"Only because... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5124 Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:28:34 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5123/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5123
The applause ends and I stand up and wave my appreciation to one and all and then make a bee-line for the restrooms. I need a minute to compose myself before I can talk to Garth. I wasn't really expecting to see him, and that song...I just need a minute or ten.

Actually I could probably use longer than that but lets not get carried away. Thankfully the ladies washroom is empty and I resist the urge to slide the lock on the door closed. Instead I stand in front of... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5123 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:11:14 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5122/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5122
Pam's mood doesn't seem to be altered by the unexpected encounter with Joe and I'm relieved. On the way to the car I was worried she'd want an early end to our day but turns out I was worrying for nothing. She was just as talkative as she was throughout lunch all the way to our next destination, and as soon as I pull up in front of the ice cream shop, she lets out a squeal.

"You're kidding me?" She looks out the window at the store... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5122 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:10:37 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5121/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5121 I can never quite pinpoint a moment when everything just seems overwhelming. The feelings always simply sneak up on me, like a thief in the night, silent yet dangerous. If I look back there have been a few respites but our life has been one drama after another. Not even counting the mess of a summer, Chris and I have come to the brink of divorce and back, and we've organized a move to a new house, and thrown quite the Halloween party. We've coped with keeping three kids... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5121 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 09:10:04 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5120/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5120
Joe holds the door open for me and I enter the restaurant, almost walking right into another diner. "Oops, I'm sorry," I instantly apologize, putting my hand out just in case the other person needs steadying. But if the muscular bicep I touch is any indication, I don't think he's going to topple over any time soon. "Sorry," I say again, then stare. I know this face. "Hey Beck, I didn't mean to walk right into you."

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One bonus to the new house, along with enough space for everyone and everything, is Bella's renewed interest in naps. It looked as though she'd given them up when we were still in the old house and that usually ended up in an early bedtime or alternately some grumpy hours when she finally ran out of energy. But now that we're here, she's been heading up to her room for a couple hours mid morning; of course given that she's definitely an early riser, mid... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5119 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:56:08 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5118/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5118
I've come to the conclusion Pam thinks my sudden re-appearance at Chris and Morgan's Halloween party is more a treat than a nasty trick. She might not have wanted my company after the party but that only last the one evening. The next morning she called to apologize even though I assured her no apologies were necessary.

She's coming off two relationships in quick succession and I'd be a fool if I didn't understand that she might want to take... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5118 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:55:33 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5117/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5117
The caterers have done all their end of the clean up and I watch their van pull out of the driveway. There's still some little things to be done, and I'd rather do them now then face it all tomorrow. Morgan has taken the kids up and gotten them into bed. It won't be long until we follow them. It's been a long day, but a good one. When it's all said and done, we had a good time. And I think everyone else did as well.

Footsteps on the gravel path... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5117 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:15:57 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5116/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5116
The kids are all tucked in and I walk into the living room. This is going to be awkward. I have no idea what happened on that dance floor at Chris and Morgan's tonight. What bothers me more is I don't know what to do about it. I know that people say that sometimes you look so hard for something that you don't see what's right in front of you, but I really just don't think that's the case with me and Joe.

I don't think it has to do with our... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5116 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:15:36 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5115/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5115
Surprising after our initial spin on the dance floor, it's not all that hard for me to convince Chris to get back out there later in the evening. The party is starting to wrap up, we've already say goodbye to Logan and Sydney, as well as Annie, Tom, Hank and Louise. But there are still enough stragglers that the music is still playing. We'd considered getting a live band to play tonight, but I knew Chris would never relax and just let them play; he'd... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5115 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:13:21 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5114/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5114
The DJ switches modes just a little. Mel starts to walk off the dance floor and I pull her back to me. "Come on, we're already out here. Let's dance another."

She rolls her eyes, and says, "I expect pancakes for breakfast."

"Breakfast in bed. Just one more." I promise her. I get an idea and run up to the DJ. It's a Halloween party after all, we need something in the spirit of the season. I make it back to Mel and as... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5114 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:12:51 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5113/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5113
It's finally a slow and sultry song and I decide I'm not going to waste it. I've been trying to convince myself to make the most of the setting for the better part of an hour and now it seems like this just might be my best chance. Making a beeline straight for Pam, I take hold of her hand and ask, "Dance with me."

"You aren't going to take no for an answer are you?" comes her reply. She's not pulling away from me so I take it... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5113 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:12:35 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5112/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5112
The simple drum beat sounds familiar, but with all the music in and around my life the last few years I don't spend much time trying to pinpoint it. Joe is walking toward me. "Dance with me?"

I don't really want to dance, but I saw what happened between him and Chris a little while ago, and Joe is my friend. He's done so much for me since Griffin died, there is no way I would refuse such a simple request. I offer him my and he takes it and leads... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5112 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:12:19 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5111/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5111
I kick my heel against the tree I'm leaning against. What is she doing here? What have I done to deserve this particular place in hell? I've made my choice. I choose to make it work with Morgan and we are making it work. First Pam strolls in here and I have to deal with her and then Mel comes in wearing that freaking mask. It took everything I had not to rip it off her face. But I don't have an explanation that is acceptable for others to hear to explain a... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5111 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:11:59 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5110/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5110
I feel hands on my shoulder and expecting it to be Joe checking on me for the tenth time, I don't look around. "I'm fine."

"Yes you are."

I try to turn and face the voice but the pressure on my shoulders prevents it. I look over my shoulder and met the smiling blue eyes of Chris Gaines. His gaze rakes over my face, lingering on the mask. "I can't believe you wore that."

"I didn't plan this. Joe... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5110 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 14:11:48 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/reply/5109/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html#reply-5109
I hand over the carved jack-o-lantern and dust off my hands. I can't believe after all the chaos of carving them last night, I forgot them and had to run home. I need a beverage of some kind and look around to see where refreshments are set up. It's a really nice party, and the kids in their costumes make it so festive. I feel sort of underdressed in blue hospital scrubs. I grab a cup of punch and turn to look around to see where everyone is at. I haven't spoken... ]]> feeds@yuku.com (starwoodcg) http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/sreply/5109 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:53:51 GMT http://thefictionhouse.yuku.com/topic/818/t/REPERCUSSIONS.html REPERCUSSIONS



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