Dinner and a Date

Reese's pov

A few days later, my parents were going on a romantic getaway, which meant I was staying with Grandpa and Pops for the weekend. Grandpa appeared by my side as they dropped me off and smiled "You excited?"

I nodded "YES! "I then smirked" Best of luck to you and Pops, though. I'm not exactly, what's the word..." My lips curled upward, making my smirk widen as I spoke, with an emphasis on the word "behaved." That got my grandfather laughing, and he replied "I doubt you'll be as much as a handful as Jamie." my Dad has an eternal rep for being mischievous to every degree possible. He'll never live it down as long as us Reagan's are around. I smiled

"The only promise I can make is I won't swallow everything in sight like Dad did when he was a baby."

Yeah, that's another one of his childhood traits that have been immortalized in Reagan history. He swallowed coins, his mom's pearls... my thoughts are interrupted by my Grandpa, but he was clearly thinking the exact same thing as I was, for he mused "Your dad was almost an accomplished thief!" we both laughed at that.

After a few moments of silence, I spoke "I only swallow all FOOD in sight." my grandpa decided to put my affirmation to the test, eyes twinkling "Even vegetables?" I shrugged "Depends on the veggie. All that food talk was taking a toll on my growling stomach and I asked "Is Pops cooking tonight?What's for dinner?"

Having heard the question, Pops replied "You bet I am! I'm making you a surprise." I broke out into a grin "YES! Thank you!" I hugged him then an all too familiar scent caught my attention and I guessed correctly "My Mom's lasagna recipe?"

Nodding, my great- grandfather spoke "Exactly. I hope I do it justice." smiling, I assured "Trust me, it will." After we had all taken a bite, he asked if it was like my Mom's, and I nodded, mouth full "This is soooo good! Thank you so much!" he smiled "You're welcome, Kiddo." My grandpa looked at me "Hey, Reese. Chew, swallow, then speak. Not only is it good manners, but we avoid the Heimlich." I swallowed and grinned sheepishly

"Whoops. Sorry." he shrugged "It's ok. Hey, the Jets are playing tonight." Pops piped up "Do you think they'll win?" eager to watch the game, I smiled "Hope so."

He smiled back "That makes two." My Granddad sat on my other side in front of the TV " Make that three. And I have snacks and soda." he then started passing said beverages and snacks around as we got ready to watch yet another Jets game.

It did not take long for me to lose my patience and my temper; yelling at the ref over fouls he did notnappoint and fouls he appointed that weren't fouls to begin with. I was FUMING. My Pops was amused "You're gonna lose your voice, Kiddo."

I was livid with frustration "This ref is completely nuts!That was a foul! Clear as day!" amused by my strong reactions, my grandfather spoke "They can't hear you through the screen, Bud."

About my reactions to the ref's calls , he weighed in "I agree. A bit quieter, but I agree."

Pops and I shook our heads "We better win." thankfully, the Jets did end up winning the game, despite the incompetence of the ref. I could not contain my happiness "Yes!"

My Grandpa ruffled my hair affectionately "Ice cream to celebrate?" I obviously agreed, to which they replied "Don't tell your parents we're spoiling you, ok?" I nodded "It's going to the grave."

Meanwhile

Jamie's pov

Hand still in mine as I drove us to the secret destination, Maria asked "So, Jamie... Where are you taking me?" smiling, I replied "It's a surprise."

She batted her eyelashes at me and pouted, trying to pry the information out of me "No fair..." I grinned "Relax, we're here. Smythe House bed and breakfast in Saugeries, New York."

Her jaw dropped in a surprised and happy state as she exclaimed "Oh! I've heard it's amazing!" once we were inside, she exclaimed, awe and wonder in her eyes as she took in everything around her "It's beautiful."

Snaking my arms around her as we grabbed the keys to our room, I spoke "Not as beautiful as you." she kissed me and spoke i an affectionately teasing tone "Smooth."

We had an amazing getaway with tons of quality time with each other, knowing we did not need to worry about work and that our son was in great hands.