On account of Hurricane Sandy delaying Halloween for kids in Jersey...here we go...late Halloween gifts from Doc and Super Dave.

Also, a shout-out/honor to Lucy and Little Ricky from I Love Lucy :) This reminded me of them.

Do not own CSI, Pandora, or I Love Lucy...

The Grissom Tribe

"So, what do we have Doc? David?" Sara acknowledged the men as she strolled into the morgue. Super Dave was cleaning supplies while Doc's back was turned, presumably taking notes. Now standing over the body, Sara observed the large gash across the forehead.

"Hello Sara. Well, it appears our victim was hit over the head before she died. A sticky substance and bruising around the wrists suggest she was restrained—maybe duck tape? I sent a sample to trace."

Out of the corner of her eye, Sara could see David. She focused her attention back to the body. "Ok, did you notice any other cuts or bruises?"

"No, suggesting the one blow to the head knocked her out, leaving it easy to restrain her."

"What about this gash? Know what might have caused this?"

"Based on width and depth, I would say a household item of some kind."

"Hmm, I'll have to look into that," Sara noted. Peering down at the woman, she noticed the woman's physique and appearance. "Did you do an SAE kit and tox screen?"

"I did an SAE kit, but not a tox since I didn't see the need. I can run one for you now, if you'd like."

"Sure, no rush. I'm just trying to play all sides. We don't have much going for this case." Sara sighed, visibly frustrated. "Well, thanks Doc. I'll relay this info to DB." She attempted to smile. As she headed for the door she called, "Bye Doc, Super Dave!"

"Hold on a sec Sara!"

Doc took off his gloves and removed something from his pocket. Dave made his way next to Doc while hiding something behind his back.

"Yeah?" Sara asked. Very strange not one, but both of them were here together as well as holding something in their hands. "What's up? Got my results already?" She joked.

"No, though we got something better!" Dave motioned for Sara to come closer. "We," He pointed to him and Doc, "each got you a little something. Everyone's been raving about your bracelet and we decided to get you some charms." He held out the trademark, white Pandora box. Doc chimed in, "Exactly what Dave said. We don't get much gossip down here to begin with. Hasn't been much upstairs either, except for your bracelet. Apparently the majority of the team gave you charms, so we wanted to chip in too." Another box was placed in her hand.

Grinning proudly, Sara marveled at the two boxes given to her. She set one aside and opened the other. Inside was a silver feather charm, coiled all the way around. "Gosh," she started, "it's beautiful." The other box revealed a silver and gold drum with matching sticks along the side. "Aww, I sense a theme here!"

Both men beamed. "We loved your family's Halloween costumes! Seeing everyone, including Grissom, dress up was a sight." Doc recalled the Grissom's portraying an Indian tribe a few nights prior.

"Yes and little Caleb was the cutest drummer boy!"

"That was a great night..."

"Are we ready to see everyone?" Sara asked her kids. She was sitting in the front passenger seat while Gil sat in the driver's seat. It was Halloween night. They had recently finished trick-or-treating in their neighborhood and as they turned onto their street, Aaron begged to visit the lab.

"Yes!" Aaron squealed. High off candy, he was a jumping bean. A little less hyper Halley sat content, giving a smile to go ahead. Caleb on the other hand was fast asleep in his car seat. Settled between his siblings, he didn't move a muscle.

"He's wiped from his first Halloween," Gil stated. "And the night's not even over!" As his father said that, the pacifier fell from his mouth to his lap.

"Let's get this show on the road before everyone conks out!"

Hand-in-hand, the Grissom's signed in at the front desk and went in search of their party. Spooky decorations were hung throughout the building. Aaron was so intrigued, he wanted to stop and look at every single one. It was the up-teenth time Gil continued to walk when Aaron him them back. "Come on, bud! There're plenty more where the guys are."

Along the way various techs stopped to compliment them. Some smiled while others chuckled. It wasn't until Mandy stopped them that they learned everyone was in at the moment. "They're all in the layout room, running a case. I'm sure they could take a break to see you guys. How we've missed seeing everyone!" Mandy patted Sara's shoulder and dropped some candy in the kid's bags. "Happy Halloween! Make sure you stay in character. Everyone will love your costumes!"

"Thanks Mandy." Gil waved to the tech.

As she said, everyone was going over a case. Halley and Aaron led the way. They stopped outside the room, hesitant to go in. Sara and Gil gave each of them a push and soon all eyes were on them.

"Well, if it isn't the Grissom tribe! Howww is everyone tonight?" Greg practically sprang from the table and scooped Aaron into the air. "What are you supposed to be?"

"I'm an Indian, Uncle Greg!"

Looking dumbfounded, Greg smacked his forehead. "Why of course you are! Very handsome Indian you are. And we have another Indian over here. Very pretty, might I add." Greg stood in front of Halley. A few pieces of candy fell into each of their bags.

"Yes, awesome costumes!" Nick added. He rounded the table and knelt in front of Aaron. "I wish I could've worn my cowboy costume. We could've played cowboys and Indians!"

Aaron threw his hands in the air. "You should've!"

"Next time I'm not working I will, ok? I can't dress up while I'm on duty." Aaron nodded his head and attempted to fit a whole Kit-Kat bar in his mouth.

"Hey, hey!" Gil took the candy from his son's mouth. "Small bites! And I think this will be the last piece for tonight. It's late enough. You need to be able to sleep!"

By this point Morgan, Finn, and DB joined Greg and Nick, forming a semi-circle around the Grissom's.

"Nice matching costumes," DB acknowledged Gil and Sara. The couple turned to each other and smiled. They, along with their kids, spotted feather headbands, face paint, tan frayed shirts, brown pants, and moccasins.

"But where's the munchkin?" Morgan questioned.

"Yeah, I don't remember him walking yet," DB chuckled.

"I definitely would've remembered him crawling, so definitely not walking yet Russell." Finn slapped him on the arm. In attempt to hide the gesture from the kiddies, she stood on her tiptoes and did her best to hug her boss.

"I think I know!" Heads turned to Dave and Doc Robbins. Sara followed everyone and faced the hallway. Strapped to his mommy's back, was Caleb. He remained out-cold with his pacifier in his mouth and a toy drum against his leg.

"Thank you guys. Really...I don't know what to say. This was so sweet. They go perfect with my other charms. I'm so glad I'll have them to remind me of what a great Halloween it was." With charms still in hand, she signaled Doc and Dave in for a hug.

A bit late, but needed :) Hope you had a great Halloween whether it be on-time or delayed like me.