The Life of The Wife
By: GracieGirl101
DISCLAIMER: "Emergency!" and its characters © Mark VII Productions, Inc. and Universal Studios. All rights reserved. No infringement of any copyrights or trademarks is intended or should be inferred. This is a work of fiction. This story is only written for entertainment. No financial gain is being realized from it. The story, itself, is the property of the author.
Chapter 1:
John Gage woke up in his bed, next to his favorite person in the whole world. He leaned over and kissed her softly on the cheek. "Morning Honey." Joy Gage woke slowly, opening twinkling green eyes. "Morning to you too Mister," She said as her husband crawled out of bed. He dressed quickly, as his years of waking to tones in the middle of the night had forced him to learn to do.
Joy crawled out of bed leisurely, slipping into her robe and slippers as she began her descent down the stairs after Johnny. It was a little bit early, so she hoped she would be able to talk to her beloved for a few minutes before he left. A hand went up to her mouth in an attempt to stifle a yawn as she walked into the brightly sun lit kitchen. Johnny looked wonderful as always with his dark hair lying perfectly around his ears and those chocolate brown eyes seeming to melt her heart.
The paramedic got up from where he sat at the large dining room style table, and pulled out the chair next to where he was sitting. "There you go Mrs. Gage," He said wearing his famous 'Gage Grin'. Joy smiled back and sat down in hr chair, a cup of coffee waiting in front of her.
"What a gentleman," She cooed. "Now, remember that Serenity's play is tomorrow, so make sure to actually get some rest and eat this shift. I told Roy, and he'll be keeping an eye on you too. Joanne Desoto and I are helping with the costumes and kids, so we won't be here when you get odd. Make sure to be at the school at 10:00 o'clock sharp." She glanced down at her watch, and saw what time it was. "It's time for you to go."
Johnny smiled at his always collected and organized wife, as he put a batch of cookies in his arms. How does she do it? He thought. "Tell the guys to enjoy and you. You be careful," She whispered, softly planting a kiss on his forehead. Johnny kissed her back, drawing in the sweet scent of flowers that rested in her long wavy blonde hair. "I promise." He then pulled back, his soft smile once more taken away by a grin. "Have I ever told you how much I love you Joy?" Joy looked at him. "Hmmm….. I don't know." She paused, the murmured, "I love you too." She then swatted his arm. "Now get out of my house!"
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The petite blond paremedic firefighter's wife began about her housework as soon as Johnny left. She heated up some pancakes and bacon for breakfast, but made sure they didn't touch for her vegetarian daughter. She then left the table, fed the large sum of animals her family had acquired over the years and got ready for the day. Joy managed to sit down for a minute, and breathed a sigh of relief at having some peace and quiet. Of course, it didn't last long, and within seconds her son and daughter were stomping down the steps.
"Well good morning you two!" She said in a sing-song voice. "Go wash up, and I'll get your little brother and then help you get ready for church." They complied and ran into the bathroom, her 4 year old son, Adam, yelling at her 13 year old daughter Serenity about taking his toothpaste.
Joy climbed the stairs to go retrieve her youngest. 1 year old Jake. He had just woken, and she picked him up quickly with skilled hands. A quick change and placed quickly on her hip, she made her way into Adam's navy blue room.
Her middle child was looking at his dresser drawers as if they held the secret to life. She smiled as he contemplated what to wear, but knew from experience he didn't know fashion. She pulled out an outfit, combed his hair and told him to come downstairs when he was dressed, all while holding the baby.
Serenity's room was the next stop, although she never needed much help. As expected, when Joy entered the room, her beautiful daughter was almost ready. She had chosen a simple blue sun-dress, much like the one her mother had on, and had woven some blue flowers into her long blonde braid that was slung over her shoulder. Serneity smiled up at her mother when she entered. Now she was trying to put in soft white studs. Her outfit complimented her sparkling blue eyes.
"How's my precious princess?" Joy beamed down at her oldest child, using a nickname from her childhood. Serenity Grace Gage blushed slightly.
"I'm doing fine. Can I come down?" Her mom nodded and proceeded to head down herself. The sweet aroma of pancakes and bacon welcomed the threesome into the kitchen. Admam was already seated at the table, and Serenity ruffled his hair as she passed. She grabbed Jake from her mom and plopped him in the baby seat, pulling up her own chair next to Adam.
Joy smiled at her happy little family, her dearest treasure. "Anyone care to say Grace?" She said, with a meaningful glance at her son who was reaching for a pancake. He dropped it, and folded her hands. They all bowed their heads, and since no one volunteered, Joy started. "Dear Savior in Heaven, please bless this day and the food on our table. Help us to celebrate this holy Sunday, and please keep Daddy safe at work. Amen." She said, smiling as her son imideatly reached for the food when she was done.
Once they all had something to eat, Serenity not having any meat on her plate. "So, how is everyone?" The mom of three asked. Jake made a gurgling sound and they all laughed. "Thanks for the input Jakey Jake." Adam looked up, eager to talk.
"I'm fo exfited fo chuch foday." He said, food spilling out of his mouth. They all laughed again, as he blushed and finished chewing. Joy looked around at her happy little family, a smile dancing across her face. Little did she know that this perfect scene would end before she knew it.
Had to end with a cliffhanger! Please review, but don't be mean. Remember, I'm just going into MIDDLE SCHOOL for goodness sakes, so I'm not very good! :P