Chapter 29
"Well that certainly sounds interesting," Adel said, but it was clear she was still skeptical.
The three of them stayed up until about midnight talking, catching up, and getting to know each other. Amica had many questions about ranch life. It became clear that she really hoped to visit the ranch one day.
Adel assured her that the two of them would be very welcome to visit Texas anytime they liked.
AJ grinned and said they shouldn't wait too long because if they were going to start a family it might not be good for Amica to travel while pregnant.
"How soon are you planning to start your family?"
With a grin AJ told his sister, "As soon as possible since Amica wants to have six or seven.'
"WHAT!?" Adel gasped.
The other two laughed and explained the conversation they had several days before. Relieved Adel said good night and went to the guest room.
AJ walked Amica to his den and said, "Just think in a few hours we will be married."
"I can hardly wait. I love you AJ."
"And I love you too Amica," he told her and kissed her good night, all the while thinking that the next night the last thing he would see was her lovely face and it would also be the first thing he saw each morning!
The next morning Adel got up and made a bacon, spinich, cheese quich. She was taking it out of the oven when Amica came into the kitchen. "Adel you didn't need to cook!"
"I didn't mind. In fact I love to cook and so rarely get the chance to do much because I live alone. And I wanted to do something nice for the two of you."
"Well thank you. AJ should be up any minute so I'd better get some coffee started."
"You don't seriously make that sludge that he likes to drink, do you?!" Adel questioned.
"Did you notice the two pots on the counter? I had to insist on a pot of my own after tasting the stuff he drank!"
"I hope you don't mind if I share your brew?"
"Not at all, you're welcome to share mine."
"Share your what?" came AJ's voice from behind the two of them.
"Her coffee! Since no human being should drink the stuff you call coffee!" Adel assured him.
"Hey my Chief of Staff at works loves my coffee!"
Amica leaned over and told Adel, "His Chief of Staff is a Marine."
"But that reallly isn't an explanation since he's in the Navy," Adel prostested.
"I know," Amica agreed shaking her head trying to hold back her laughter.
After breakfast Amica headed for the shower while AJ and his sister took care of the dishes and other clean up.
AJ was outside showing the rental people where the chairs and floral arch was to be set up. Adel had jumped into the shower and Bud and Harreitt had arrived early to help out. Bud took over outside so AJ could get a shower and dress Harriett headed in to find Amica so she could help her with her hair and make-up.
People had just started to arrive as Harriett was helping Amica into her dress. The caterers had also arrived and on the side lawn began setting up the lunchoen AJ and Amica had ordered.
The music began playing from AJ's stereo system and Little AJ started down the asile set up between the chairs that had been set up. His mother was just a few steps behind him and then when the wedding march started it was Amica's turn to walk towards Chaplain Turner where AJ stood waiting for her.
Before long Chaplain Turner pronounced them husband and wife then told AJ he could kiss his bride. Moments later the guests were applauding.
AJ introduced Amica to the JAG staff that she hadn't met yet as they were both hugged and kissed as the receiving line when by them. As the last person went by them AJ put his arm around her and led her to the food line.
To be continued…
