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Chapter 1:

Hey all you WWE fans,

I know, it's been awhile since my last blog. I apologize profusely for that, but hey, I didn't realize I was going to be so busy. It's been kind of hectic where I am.

So guess what? We're barreling down on my one year anniversary as a WWE Diva. Can you believe it was almost a year ago that I made my debut and gave Melina a rock bottom she'll never forget? It's been such a roller coaster ride that it feels like eons longer than just a year. As you all well know, a lot has happened in my first year.

You want to know what my favorite time was during my introductory year? That would have to be Wrestlemania 24. That's right, when I made Beth Phoenix, the Manazon, tap to the sharpshooter and I became the WWE Women's Champion! Can you believe I still have the belt now, a few months later? Beth Phoenix has tried everything she could think of to get it back and I still prevail, what a world. Although, I think that new Diva, Katie Lea wants to make a play for it. Yeah right, I waited almost a year for my shot and her attitude doesn't earn her one.

But, I can't take all the credit for my win. I had a lot of help, because you all know that October, November and December were really hard months for me. My head just wasn't in the game, no pun intended. Honestly, I owe my success Triple H. If it weren't for him, I don't think I would have won at Wrestlemania. He's been my mentor, trainer and friend since I joined the company and when I was at my lowest, he helped me back up. I can't even put into words how much he has done for me and how grateful I am.

Next, I owe Shawn Michaels for waking my ass up. I was in such a funk and he really knew what to say to get me thinking. He's been around a long time and he knows better than anyone what you go through. He's simply amazing in motivation. So thank you, Shawn. It's sounds so little compared to how much you've done, but thank you none the less.

I can't forget my girls. Mickie, Maria, Ashley, Michelle, Torrie, Kelly and of course my best friend Candice. They have stood by me through thick and thin, always with hugs and a shoulder to cry on. They all knew exactly how fierce Beth Phoenix is and are the best friends a girl could ask for.

We can't forget my other best friend, a man who came back to save the WWE, but ended up saving me instead. Not that either of us are complaining. Chris Jericho was the final push back to the top. Not only did he save me from the Champ, but he made me his valet. I know, kind of weird, but it really pushed me forward. Focusing on his matches helped me move on from my own problems and go for the gold. That and he's just the best guy to have around when you're feeling blue.

I owe my ex-boyfriend too. I know, big shock. But John Cena broke my heart, which might have been one of the best things for me. Seriously, I don't think I would have had Chris, Shawn or Hunter in the way I do now if John and I were still together. Okay, I did hit rock bottom, again, no pun intended, but I recovered. To quote Kanye "That, that don't kill me, can only make me stronger."

Here's another shocker, I should also thank (gasp) Randy Orton! I know I know! The man has been nothing but a complete assclown to me, to quote Chris. But in case you guys forgot, Randy and I were pretty tight when I first entered the company. Okay, he hurt me and betrayed me later on, but two things came out of it. You can boo him all you want, but the guy knows how to wrestle. When we were friends, I really picked up on some of his technique, where do think my awesome standing dropkicks come from? And when he betrayed me? Fuel to the fire baby. He motivated me more than anyone to rise above through anger. And, look where I am now. Actually, look at where both of us are now? We're actually friends again.

There are plenty of other people I can thank for just being good friends; Jeff Hardy, Matt Hardy, Cody Rhodes, Brian Kendrick, Paul London, the list goes on.

But, I cannot forget to mention the man who got me here in the first place, the Rock. He's my family, my friend and my hero all in one. He trained me, coached me and encouraged me to this point. For him, I'm about to become a legacy.

You know, the belt wasn't the only thing that made Wrestlemania 24 the best moment in the past year. I finally found real happiness on a personal front. I didn't realize it at first, but since Vengeance 2007 I had been falling in love with the most amazing man. It took me a long time to realize it and a lot of nagging from Chris and Candice before I admitted it. I'm pretty sure most of you saw our very first kiss, live at Wrestlemania in the middle of the freaking ring haha. I'll tell you right now, I've never been more happy than I am with this man. The only thing that sucks is that we're on different brands, blah!

All the bad stuff that happened this year doesn't matter anymore now. Because I am the WWE Women's Champion, and I, Haley Mariano, am completely, head over heels in love with David Michael Batista!

Toodles guys, and much love,

Hales xoxo

Satisfied, Haley Mariano hit the save button on her laptop and posted the blog on the WWE website. Thankful she wouldn't have to post another for a couple weeks. She loved writing to the fans, but her eyelids were beginning to get heavy. Rolling her shoulders to loosen up, she raised her arms above her head and stretched, yawning in the process. She was physically spent.

Glancing over at the clock on her night stand, she noticed that it was now one am. She had been working on WWE dot com for two hours now. It was time for bed. She loved every moment of being the champion, but it did get exhausting at times. Her autograph signings and appearances doubled, her amount of matches during the week had increased too and she had very little time to herself, much less time to visit her boyfriend. On top of that, she had just faced Beth Phoenix for the third time tonight with the title on the line. Haley had pulled off another victory and hoped that feud would be put to rest, so she could focus more on Dave.

But, Dave's schedule had been just as packed as hers was, if not more so. Between dealing with his own feuds on SmackDown, including a World Heavyweight title match against the Undertaker, he had been on RAW almost every week this past month. His confrontations with Shawn Michaels had come to a boiling point, and even though they had roomed together, he had been worn out. Now that Backlash was over, she hoped it would give them an opportunity to relax and be themselves again.

She didn't have to worry about that tonight; however. Her bed was not empty waiting for her, there was a figure currently passed out in nothing but boxer briefs. He barely managed to shower, before collapsing on the bed in exhaustion. So, Haley decided to post a blog and update her page, while he slept. She was just happy to be physically in the same room with him.

After his grueling match against Shawn Michaels earlier that evening at Backlash, she didn't blame him for being tired. It hadn't just been a physically trying match, but an emotional one as well. Dave had been so adamant about punishing Shawn for the retirement of Ric Flair, that he had put everything he had into that match. She just wished it had paid off for him and very rarely did she want to see Shawn Michaels lose.

At least it was over and Dave would put it behind him. They were still on opposite brands, but she hoped his feud with Michaels was over, as she wanted to explore her new relationship more. They had yet to actually consummate their relationship. With all of Dave's traveling and both of their respective feuds, their nights together had been spent sleeping in each other's arms, which wasn't a bad thing, but Haley was ready to take that next step. Since Dave planned on traveling with her until Tuesday morning, when he would have to leave for the SmackDown taping, she hoped it would finally happen tomorrow night.

Dressed in only short shorts and a Punishment Unleashed shirt, she crossed over to the bed and slipped in beside him. Snuggling up to his chest, she began to trace patterns along his abdomen, taking the time to go over the outline of the sun tattoo around his naval. The Animal began to stir, grunting slightly in his sleep.

Haley pressed her lips in the crook of his shoulder, smiling when he moved. He was slowly but surely coming out of whatever dream he was in. A part of her hated to wake him, but another part of her had missed him like crazy and she had let him sleep for two hours at least. That and she didn't plan to keep him up too long.

He moved quickly. She shouted in laughter, when he jerked her up and on top of him, his eyes open and now awake. His smile was still slightly drowsy, but he was up for the most part. She couldn't help but grin down at him lovingly.

"As far as wake up calls go, you sure as hell beat my clock radio." His voice was thick and rough with sleep. "You look a hell of a sight better too."

"I should hope my beauty surpasses that of a clock." She laughed and ran her fingers through his hair, which thankfully was growing in again. It was nice and full so her fingers could get lost in it.

"Your beauty surpasses that and a whole lot more." He let his hands rest on her lower back. "God, I've missed you."

"No more than I've missed you." She shook her head and they brushed noses. "This whole being on different brands thing sucks."

He chuckled deeply. She felt it rumble up through his chest. "That is does. You could always bring the title over to SmackDown!" He teased.

"And fight Victoria, Natalya, Layla, Lena and Eve? No thanks. I've got enough with the bitches here. That new girl, Katie Lea is starting up a fuss about getting a title shot." Haley rolled her eyes. "Mickie kicked her ass last week and she lost to Maria a week before."

"So she's got an ego, you can handle it. You dealt with Randy for months." He joked, rubbing his hands up and down her back. "At least you're not dealing with Edge all the time, talk about ego. Don't you have a non title match against her tomorrow night anyway?"

"Yeah and she's going to bring her oaf of a brother, who loves to interfere. Maria had Brian with her at the time and Cody came out when he put his hands on Mickie." She sighed. "I just shouldn't be facing her if she can't beat them and I don't want to be in a title match with her. I'd rather face Jillian with my belt on the line."

"Are you going out alone?" A frown marred his handsome features.

"No, valet works both ways. I've got Jericho in my corner. " She sighed happily. "Oh, and Jericho wants me to join him for the Highlight Reel tomorrow night."

"Looks like the crowd's going to be enjoying you tomorrow night." Dave laughed and kissed her forehead. "I know I enjoy you."

She beamed at him. "I love you, Dave."

"I love you too, Haley." He held her tight. "More than anything."

She sighed in contentment when his mouth found hers. Life was good. A lot of things had happened over the past eleven months, but she could truthfully say she was completely over it.