WEDDING PLANS

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A month had passed since Mac and Harm proposed to each other.  They split time between the two apartments and even spent nights alone. Much to Harriet's dismay, Mac did not want an engagement party.  She wanted things different this time.  Call it paranoia call it superstition call it what ever you want, but this was forever and nothing was going to ruin it.  Mac had already told Harm that once they set a date, he could not go flying for one month before the wedding.  He reluctantly agreed, but knew the horror she had been through when his plane went down.  It was the weekend and they had assumed their positions on Mac's couch.

MAC'S APARTMENT

"Mac I was thinking." Harm said, and before Mac could open her mouth, "I know refreshing."

"I wasn't going to say a word, but since you have…" Mac laughed.

"Let's get everything done now." Harm said.

"Now? What do you mean?" Mac asked.

"Let's plan the wedding. The sooner we get it all done, the sooner we can relax.  I don't want to be one of those grooms running around at the last minute getting things done." Harm said.

Mac had to laugh, "Harm it's the bride who does all the last minute running around.  But that is a good idea.  So what did you have in mind flyboy?"

"Well, I thought you might have some ideas." Harm said with a sheepish grin.

"Now that you mention it, would you like my list?" Mac smiled.

"Bring it on!" Harm said grabbing the legal pad off the table.

"First do you want a church wedding?" Mac asked.

"As long as it's legal, I don't care where we get married." Harm replied.

"I don't want a church wedding. I want something different." Mac said.

"Ok different." Harm said as he wrote the word down on the paper.

"Harm, stop. This was your idea." Mac playfully slapped him.

"Hey, that hurt." Harm joked and looked wounded.

"I would like Reverend Turner to perform the service." Mac said. "Agreed" Harm replied.

"Chloe to be my Maid of Honor. I think she's old enough." Mac smiled.

"Sounds good, I want Sergei to be the Best Man." Harm stated.

"Naturally Harriet and Bobbie will be bridesmaids. And Bud and Sturgis as your groomsmen?" Mac asked.

"Absolutely, I was also thinking of asking Jack and Webb to be ushers." Harm said.

"You, Sturgis and Jack at my wedding?" Mac said with a laugh. "That should be interesting."

"Mac, come on." Harm said.

"Harm, anyone you want is perfect with me." Mac said with a big smile.

"Good, now who's going to give you away? Or did you plan on walking in to the Marine Hymn?" Harm teased.

"Funny, only if you guys dance to Anchor's Aweigh." Mac shot back.

"Seriously, I know you want things different than you last planned wedding." Harm said.

"I want that to be the same.  I'm going to ask the Admiral." Mac said with a smile. "Oh and Little AJ as the ring bearer."

"So to recap something different, Reverend Turner, Chloe, Sergei, my guys, your gals, the Admiral and Little AJ.  What else is there?" Harm asked.

"Where to have the ceremony, where to have the reception, when to have this wedding, invitations, flowers, the guest list, my gown, the bridesmaids gowns, shall I continue?" Mac said with a laugh.  Just then there was a knock at the door.

"Expecting anyone?" Harm asked as he walked to the door.

"Not me?" Mac replied as she wrote some things on the list.

"Delivery for Colonel Sarah MacKenzie." The UPS man said.

"Thank you." Harm said as he signed for the package.

"Must be an engagement gift.  I didn't order anything." Mac said looking at the boxes.

Harm went and got scissors and opened the box.  Inside was a white box with a beautiful silk ribbon.  He handed the box to Mac to open.

"Oh my." Mac said as she opened the box.  Inside were two very delicate crystal doves.  She searched though the paper for a card.  Written on the envelope, To the future Commander and Mrs. Harmon Rabb, Jr. "I know that handwriting." Mac said as she opened the envelope with shaking hands.  She read the note, shook her head and smiled.

"What?" Harm asked. "Who is it from?" Mac handed Harm the picture that was in the envelope and read the note aloud.

Dear Sarah,

I know this letter finds you well.  I heard of your engagement and wanted to send you both my congratulations.  The picture is of my daughter, Emma born 31 August.  Her mother reminds me of you, a lot of spunk and a lot of mouth.  I found my happiness and I know you have yours. Doves are a symbol of peace.  I wish that for both of you.

With regards,

Mic

The both looked at each other stunned.  "Well that's strange. Our first engagement gift and it came from Brumby." Harm said looking at the doves.

"I think he means it Harm.  He's gone on with his life. I'm happy for him." Mac said.

Harm sat down on the couch and rested is face in his hands.  He looked as if the weight of the world had been lifted from him.  "You know, deep down I was worried that if Brumby found out, he might try something."

"Harm, he's gone.  I love you, I always have.  He knew that. Let's forget Brumby." Mac said. "Oh there is one thing.  I think you should send him the thank you note."

"Why me?" Harm asked.

"Harm, he's made peace. You need to as well." Mac said almost as an order.

"Fine, I'll write it, but I am not sending a baby gift." Harm said with a laugh.

"Fair enough. I'll send it from both of us.  It's the polite thing to do." Mac said with a smile. "Now let's get back to the wedding plans."

"What date do you have in mind?" Harm asked.

"I was thinking about that, I think that we should wait until spring.  If we have it in the winter we have to have it indoors.  Not to mention that Harriet will not be happy if she has to waddle down the aisle." Mac said with a laugh.

"So a spring wedding it is. Any date in mind?"

"Yes, April 26th" Mac said.

"Any reason?" Harm asked.

"The baby is due the beginning of April and just call it my vision." Mac said with a hidden smile.

"Good enough reason for me." Harm said with a smile. "I have an idea for the reception."

"Well don't keep it to yourself!" Mac said excitedly.

"The Landon House in Maryland. It's where J.E.B. Stuart had the Sabers and Roses Ball during the Civil War."

"Harm that sounds wonderful." Mac said.  Harm got up and went to his brief case.  He looked at some notes, "It's available April 26th. Shall I call?" Harm said picking up the phone.

"Harm you've been planning." Mac said with a laugh, "So have I. I know where I want to get married." She pulled out a picture and showed it Harm. "The only ones who know are you, me and Webb.  He made a call, it can be done."

"Mac aren't people going to know when they see the invitation?" Harm asked in shock still looking at the picture.

"Nope, we have them all meet at JAG or some central location and then bus them there." Mac said with a wicked smile.

"You have it all figured out don't you?" Harm said hugging her. "This is amazing."

"Forever Harm, this is going to be forever." Mac said settling back into his hold.

ACROSS TOWN

She was excited she finally picked a song.  She knew he would love and couldn't wait to tell him.  Everyone would watch them dance and know that they really were the perfect couple.  If only he could get away from that woman.  That hold she had on him was ruining everything.  Once they were married he would be free.