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Not much going on. Mainly the arrival of more characters, and preparing for a snow blizzard. Lots of fun. We're going to have a little fun, but then we got some things fixing to happen. Just hang in there with me.

LIFE

Chapter 29

Everyone get's cleaned up, and the ladies start bringing over dishes, flatware, and glasses of ice. Then they start bringing over the food. They made country fried chicken, and country fried steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, turnip greens, skillet creamed corn, sawmill pepper gravy, and biscuits. Maggie made a big sheet carrot cake, and homemade cookies of different kinds.

The men start fixing their plates, while someone walks around filling their glasses with something to drink. I fix my babies some mashed potatoes with gravy, and one piece of fried steak mixed in. I set it down for them to enjoy their dinner. Sasha fits right in with them. Baxter kind of finishes his in a hurry, and then stands guard over Sasha, and Lise. To cute !

I turn, and Edward has already fixed us both a plate. I get us both a glass of sweet tea, and sit down next to him to enjoy dinner. I look around at everyone, and notice it is awfully quiet. They are just enjoying the dinner, and it is wonderful. I notice how people are grouped up; Black, and his men are sitting down at the end of the tables. They are enjoying their meal, but are very quiet. I look at Emmett, and kind of motion towards them. He immediately starts talking to them about their trip, and then delves into what we got going on here.

I get asked about my plans for this property, and I tell him of making a very big horse, and cattle ranch. Possibly ending up in being one of the biggest in North America. I give them a quick abbreviated description of what we are going to be building, where, and hoping to have the biggest part of it built by this time next year.

We are winding down on dinner, and plates are taken to the sink, while Maggie brings the carrot cake, and a big platter of cookies. She made chocolate chip, peanut butter, oatmeal, and sugar cookies.

I then explain about the bathroom in the corner of the building, the use of the washers, and dryers. I tell Jake, and his men about letting the ladies know about anything they would like to eat. I ask about any known allergies, explaining about our having a doctor, and nurse at our disposal.

I then explain about the incoming weather this weekend, and the first part of next week. I let them know I have someone at the weather center letting me know of incoming weather conditions, and things to be prepared for. I tell them about some of the things' we have to work with, and if there is an immediate need for something weather permitting I can have it airlifted into us.

I fill Jake into some of the people that are working for me, their positions, job capabilities, future job positions, and then explain a little about what I'm offering to his company. I start winding it down by tell them about Seth, Edward, and my dogs. I also explain we have ample fire power if there appears to be a threat from the wildlife. I ask if they know how to use a gun, and let them know I do, and most of the men here if it is needed.

I have no intention of leaving any doubts we can take on any kind of threats. I tell them about my killing a bear with two shots, and we have been hunting since then. Edward starts asking questions, and so do they. Edward puts his hand on my knee, and I lean on his shoulder. I don't want there to be any doubts as to who I'm with totally. The next thing I know someone is laying me on my bed.

"Come on baby. Let's get ready for bed, alright?" I manage to sit on the side of the bed, and start undressing. I ask him about my babies, and they are all in on the couch up front. They are getting along great. Baxter is still acting like their body guard, and it is so cute. I'm glad they are getting along.

Edward has stepped in to check the door is locked, curtains are pulled closed, loving on all the babies, and stopping to get us a water from the frig. I'm just about to step into the bathroom, and I ask him if he's going to shower tonight, or in the morning. We're waiting until morning. I ask for a minute in the bathroom, and he sits down starting to undress. I come out motioning him to go in, while I go love on everyone. I then head to bed turning out lights as I go. I get under the covers just as Edward comes out climbing in with me.

We lay there talking a bit, and I assure him there is nothing to be worried about. I tried to make it clear I would shoot first, ask questions later. He told me he was asked if we were together, and he told them we were...long term. In the meantime, I fell asleep on his shoulder, and that's when he picked me up taking me to the trailer. Seth, and Sean helped bring my babies out, and left going to bed.

We talked a bit more, then some heavy kissing, and we both fell asleep like two spoons in a drawer. I love it.

Morning came way before we were ready for it, but there was a lot to be done today. We had to gather more firewood, and help erect another yurt. I had not seen the inside of the first one. I was interested enough to go for a tour. I was considering having one built as a green house. I was thinking more along the lines of a partial wood structure with a plexy glass roof as a yurt green house. I'll just have to wait to see. I told Emmett about the idea for something unusual, and he said to give him a bit, and he would see what he could come up with.

I sat down with a cup of coffee after fixing my babies some breakfast. Sasha didn't know what to make of the food, but didn't have a problem diving in like the other ones. She sure is a beautiful dog. I'm glad I got her for Edward, and can hardly wait until everything is up, and running. I plan on getting a few more dogs, large dogs. LOL

We're trying to get everything set up, cause the weather center just called me to tell me we have a pretty big snow blizzard headed our way. It was going about forty five mph, and was just now hitting the Bering Straits. It was possible it could pick up in mass, and wind speed when it got there. As it was, it was going to be about Wednesday to Friday hitting us. I thanked them for keeping me updated, and went to tell Edward, Emmett, and Sean.

I still had to tell Sean about his new position, and increase in pay. I'm hoping he'll accept, and I'm hoping he's one of those that stays...permanently. I do have Maggie as an incentive. We'll see.

They have just about got the other yurt erected, and then I want to see the inside of one. I told Jake I had some additional cots, and bedding if he needed it. I'm just not real comfortable in the way he looks at me, as if I was something to eat. So not happening. Only Edward could eat me...lol.

Anyway, we had a good accumulation of firewood, so I was not worried about that. I walked in to talk to the ladies about what they were cooking for dinner. Maggie was making blueberry, strawberry, and apple pies. Gianna, and Leah were cooking ground bear hamburgers, and homemade french fries. Damn, I am so going to need to go ona diet, or exercise.

I picked up Lise, Sasha and Baxter followed me out to our trailer. I went in to check on everything, making up beds, stock in refrigerator, and the water in the shower. I grabbed up our dirty laundry, and headed back into the building. I started a load of laundry, and sat back down with a glass of tea. My babies were laying around the fire place almost all of them in a coma. To cute!

I grab my laptop, and start doing some looking for more ideas, and see what other people have done. I also check out the news, and turns out I'm quite the subject matter in Fairbanks. They were loving the additional income, and hoping for some job openings. I might have to give this some thought. I'm not really concerned whether it is a good thing for anyone but myself, and the people working for me. I'm almost to the opinion of the more people I meet, the more I love my dogs. But, I guess I can blame that on being chased by the news constantly.

Anyway, I'm beginning to get bored. It is so time for some excitement, something to happen. Maybe I need to not ask for trouble, just go with the flow of how things are happening day by day.

Things have been very calm today. Edward took me to see the yurt once it was finally set up, and I really like it. If I could get something like it built for my greenhouse I think I would like it. I need to do some more research about it's being of use year round, and how to keep it functional during the winter months here. I don't know; I guess it's something to think about.

I am getting kind of antsy. I need to call 511 for road conditions around my area. I'm just about tempted to take my truck into Fairbanks just to get out. That really doesn't sound like I'm using my brain. Alright then, I could get Edward to take me out on one of the ATV's I guess.

Before I know it the day has passed me by. The ladies are setting the tables up for dinner. I guess I need to get off my lazy butt, and see about helping.

That didn't work out so well. I got told to go sit my butt down. They could handle it. Alrighty!

They get everything set at the table, and everyone get's plates fixed. Another fairly quiet meal for the first little bit. A lot of moaning, and then people start to talk. Jake made the comment about always getting these kinds of meals every day. I assured him there was always breakfast, and a big dinner every day. It was part of what I tended to provide. That I would have that when things were fully operational. There would be three meals a day; breakfast, and dinner cooked by my people. Lunch was a serve your-self kind of thing. If they came in hungry there was always stuff for sandwiches, which someone would gladly help with. It was the ladies kitchen, and they would be the ones to go to.

Kind of surprised him. Not expecting that, or not gotten that before on other jobs. Huh!

Anyway, I fixed a couple hamburger patties with cheese crumbled up for the babies. They sure loved it. The hamburgers were very good. I've had bear before, but usually mixed with ground beef. They were very good. Personally I can hardly wait for dessert.

We got through dinner, and Maggie had already plated up servings of each one of her pies. She ended up making six of them; two of each kind. We had blueberry, strawberry, and apple. I had to have blueberry, and it was wonderful.

Later once dishes were done, leftovers put up, everything wiped down, and everyone sitting around having a drink to unwind from the day. It was nice. Just peace, and quiet. No buzz of city noises. Nothing. I loved it.

I stepped out with Edward to take our babies one last time for a bathroom break, and I looked up to see the lights of the Aurora Borealis. It was absolutely beautiful. Edward came up behind me, pulling me into his arms. "It's beautiul," but not to be out done Edward had to say, "Yes, it is beautiful," and I turned to notice he was looking at me when he said it.

"Yes, silly man, you are beautiful. I love you," and leaned into kiss him. This went on until I needed to just breath. He held on to me tightly telling me he loved me, too.

We finally got our babies, and headed into bed. I was so ready. I felt very tired. Another day to look forward too.

This might seem like probably a filler chapter. Not much going on, but there are a few more storms headed our way, and might not just be weather wise. Just stick with me. Let me know what you think, and don't forget to check out group page for pics to go with the story.

Thanks muches...