Staying
Kristina opened her eyes, not quite aware of where she was. She felt Parker's arms around her from behind. Twenty four hours ago they woke up the same way. It was supposed to be the beginning, a different beginning than what was presented today. Kristina was with Parker and that's all that mattered.
Kristina tried to stretch without waking Parker. She turned to face Parker, watching her sleep. The sun came in slightly from between the curtains, gently lighting Parker's face. She looked even more beautiful in the morning sun, Kristina thought.
Krisitna's phone rang. She reluctantly got up from the bed and looked to see who was calling so early.
"Hey Sam. You're in New York? Why? Is Jason with you? Sure, I can watch Scout for a few days. No I don't think Amy would mind. Sam? Has mom called you? Oh ok. No, nothing to worry about. Enjoy your trip."
"Your sister called?" Parker asked trying to rub out the sleepiness from her eyes.
"Yeah, is it ok if Scout stays with us for a few days? You were so good with her and I'm not."
"Of course she can stay. Wait don't you have to go to work?"
"Work? Oh, Perks. I actually have the day off today. I guess I can't quit since we're staying a while."
"No you can't," Parker laughed, shaking your head. "Real world experience remember?"
"Fine, but can we go to the park and have a picnic?"
"Yes," Parker said, getting off the bed and walking over to Kristina to kiss her.
The two women pushed the stroller in the park. It was early enough that joggers were were getting their run in before work. No one took a second glance at them. Even if some one did stare, the two wouldn't have noticed.
"Let's sit over there under the tree," Kristina said, pointing to a shady area.
As Kristina spread the blanket out, Parker lifted Scout out of the stroller.
"Awe Scout, you're so quiet today. Your mommy will be back in a few days until then you're going to stay with me and Aunty Kristina," Parker said, as she tickled Scout.
Scout let out a laugh.
"You're so good with her," Kristina said with admiration.
"It's only because Scout's a good baby, yes you are."
Parker gave Scout her bottle. Scout immediately fell asleep in Parker's arms after the feeding.
"I think I have competition" Kristina said.
"What? What do you mean? I think Scout's in love with you. She never does that with me or her other baby sitters," Kristina smirked and shook her head.
"Well if I can get her to accept me..."
Kristina leaned in to kiss Parker softly.
"Let's not even think about anything else," Kristina said, as she held Parker's hand.