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Chapter 19- We've Come so Far
After the six got all cleaned up they changed into some fresh clothes. The Chipmunks were dressed in simple jackets of the according color with a black T-shirt underneath. Jeanette and Eleanor were wearing Hawaiian flower sundresses of their favorite colors. Brittany was probably the most thrilled to be in something new. She wore a white spaghetti-strapped dress with dark pink polka dots. She was the last one out of the bathroom. The others had to wait for an extra fifteen minutes while she perfected her hair. She came out just in time before Alvin was literally about to march into the girls' bathroom and drag her out.
The chipmunks all sat at a table with Dave at the restaurant on the boat.
Alvin concluded, "And so I swooped in at the last minute on a vine, scooped everyone up from over the crocodile's jaws, and swung us all to freedom. If it weren't for my awesome strength, speed, and agility, we wouldn't have made it off of that island."
Dave commented, "That's terrific, Alvin. Now would someone like to tell me what really happened?"
"We'd be happy to," Brittany said.
"Wait! Dave! You don't believe me?" Alvin cried in disbelief as if he was actually surprised that Dave wasn't buying any part of his story.
"Well, Alvin, it's not that I don't believe, it's just that I know that you tend to… exaggerate a bit," Dave said.
Alvin folded his arms and tilted his head down in a kind of pout. The rest of the chipmunks told Dave about everything that they had been through during their stay on the island from when the boat first crashed to escaping the volcano.
Dave was overwhelmed, but he knew that they must have been telling the truth. When it came to the part about how Theodore was able to figure out where Alvin and Brittany had been traveling, Brittany commented, "And you guys thought it was a bad thing that I applied too much perfume." Everyone rolled their eyes.
When it came to the part where Simon built the sling shot, Alvin put in, "Yeah, Si. I guess during all the excitement I forgot to tell you that that whole sling shot thing you had going on. I have to admit, that was pretty… exciting. And well… I've kind of changed my mind about that whole 'boring' thing. You're far from it, bro."
Simon's eyes lit up at this. Jeanette, who was sitting next to him, squeezed his paw under the table and gave him a wink. She then leaned in and whispered to him, "You owe me new hair ties."
When it came to the part about the Chipettes snake charming, Brittany was constantly pointing out how it was her "marvelous idea" that saved them.
During the discussion on the Chipmunks all singing for a rat and crossing that dangerous bridge, Theodore sipped his milk pleasantly and then let out a small, "Hiccup!" The others giggled at this.
"Okay. Fine. We can call it 'cute' again," Alvin said, elbowing his little brother lightly.
The whole discussion seemed to involve the hawks that they had encountered during the whole island stay.
Everything was finally resolved and Dave slouched down in his chair. He breathed, "Wow. And you're all back in one piece. Amazing."
"Yeah. And to think that other than some scars and bruises, we can go back to living normally just like that," Eleanor said.
"No hospital trips or anything. I guess you're right," Dave said.
Alvin said while flexing his muscles, "Well, we chipmunks are built to live out in the wild. We can handle anything!"
"Well, I am extremely impressed with the six of you," Dave praised. The chipmunks were all feeling pretty proud of themselves.
"So are we still performing tonight? Today's our last day on this boat isn't it?" Jeanette asked.
"Well, if you six feel that you're up to it," Dave said.
The chipmunks nodded eagerly.
That night, one of the workers on the ship got up onto the stage and spoke into a microphone. He introduced, "Ladies and Gentlemen, for tonight's performance we have some very special guests. Give it up for the Chipettes and the Chipmunks!"
Alvin's ears went flat when he heard the Chipettes be announced before the Chipmunks thanks to Brittany's poster. Brittany noticed this and nudged him. She said in a harsh whisper, "Oh suck it up, Alvin."
The Chipmunks and Chipettes- or- the Chipettes and Chipmunks rather, performed "Come So Far (Got So Far To Go)". They lined up in a row already snapping and bouncing to the beat.
Alvin: Hey old friend, let's look back
On the crazy clothes we wore
Simon: Ain't it fun to look back
And to see it's all been done before
Theodore: All those nights together are a special memory
Brittany: And I can't wait for tomorrow
She twirled her way over next to Alvin who winked at her.
Brittany: Just as long as you're dancing next to me
All: Cause it's so clear
Every year we get stronger (stronger)
Alvin: What's gone is gone
Brittany: The past is the past
Eleanor: Turn the radio up
Theodore: And then hit the gas cause
All: I know we've come so far
But we've got so far to go
I know the road seems long
But it won't be long till it's time to go so
Most days we'll take it fast
And some nights we'll take it slow,
I know we've come so far but baby, baby
We've got so far to go
Simon made his way over to Jeanette, resting his elbow casually on her shoulder.
Simon: Hey old friend, together, side by side
And year by year
Jeanette: The road was filled with twists and turns
Oh, but that's the road that got us here
Theodore: Let's move past the bad times
But before those memories fade
Eleanor skipped over to where Theodore was and took his paw.
Eleanor: Let's forgive but not forget
And learn from all the mistakes we made
All: Cause it's so clear
Every year we get stronger (stronger)
Chipmunks: So don't give up
Don't say when
Chipettes: And just get back on the road again cause
Each chipmunk swayed back and forth to the beat with his or her arms over their counter part's shoulders while they sang.
I know we've come so far
But we've got so far to go
I know the road seems long
But it won't be long till it's time to go so
Most days we'll take it fast
And some nights we'll take it slow,
I know we've come so far but baby, baby
We've got so far to go
(instrumental)
Hey old friend come along for the ride
There's plenty of room so jump inside
The highway's rocky every now and then
But it's so much better than
Where I've been
Just keep movin', at your own speed
Your heart is all the compass
you'll ever need
Let's keep cruisin' the road we're on
'Cause the rear view mirror only shows
what's gone, gone, gone
As the small bit of instrumental played, each chipmunk took turns in singing the extra back up notes also doing this for the chorus throughout the entire song. They separated some and did their own little dances in one place.
All: Cause it's so clear
Brittany: Every year we get stronger (stronger)
All: So shine that light
Take my hand
And let's dance into the promise land cause
I know we've come so far
But we've got so far to go
I know the road seems long
But it won't be long till it's time to go so
most days we'll take it fast
And some nights we'll take it slow,
I know we've come so far but baby, baby
We've got so far to go!
They all seemed to let lose for as the music played, the Chipmunks began dancing with the Chipettes with even a bit of dipping and twirling. There were a few jazz leaps and flips. They didn't really think much of it. It just came naturally. Their swift movements across the stage seemed to blend nicely with the music and their voices.
They had the whole boat up and moving. They were full of energy and enthusiasm through the whole song. At the end, the six struck poses and bright smiles. They didn't know how their voices were still so great even after all they had been through. The excitement through the whole thing gave them the thrill.
They rushed backstage, jittery with excitement and joy, where Dave greeted them. He asked, "Ready for bed?"
Alvin looked at him as if he was crazy, "What? Are you kidding! It's only seven thirty! How old do you think we are, Dave?"
"Well, I know that you guys have all had a very, very long day and lots of excitement during these last few days. This has been some vacation don't you think? You spent it on some unknown island somewhere and I spent it feeling miserable and scared to death the whole time."
Theodore yawned, "Yeah. I think we should go to bed early tonight." Alvin was going to disagree, but everyone was already heading to their cabin.
"I'm living with a bunch of crazy people! C'mon! I'm not even tired," Alvin exclaimed as he hopped onto his bunk. However, as soon as his head hit the pillow, he was out like a light.
The other chipmunks laughed at this and then completely zonked as well only seconds after they reached their beds.
That night, Theodore was going to sleep all through the night with not a single nightmare. He was finally content once more.
Dave smiled and slowly closed the door behind him. He went to his cabin himself ready to doze off for he hadn't gotten much sleep for the past few days either. He fell asleep right away feeling relieved and delighted that his family was all united once again.
It's NOT the end! One more chapter guys! Don't forget!