Okay so here's what's happened in my life since I last uploaded.
My grandpa passed away two nights ago. Very sudden, so my parents aren't telling me all the details. We went and visited him and my family over break two weeks ago and he was fine. I'm very very heartbroken right now.
My second eldest brother got into huge trouble, and not mom and dad trouble, but law trouble. It's bad and I'm scared now. Not of him, but other things I can't mention.
Since we moved, we're having huge issues with the new neighbours, and our new house.
I moved halfway through a semester, so the workload has been huge because I need to catch up on everything.
To top it all off, my dad got into a car accident last week and broke his leg and arm, so he can't move around much and I've been helping him with stuff as simple as getting up.
I was halfway through the next upload when things started to happen, and haven't had the time to do anything but help my family, and myself. I promise I haven't forgotten about anyone, and will continue to work in my spare time. If everyone could just give me a few weeks to sort out my life, I promise I'll be back with great content and surprises as well. Below, I have answered as many reviews as I can, so please read if you made a review and I haven't said anything about it. I appreciate all of you and am so thankful.
Just as an FYI, when I upload again, the new chapter will be uploaded at the bottom of this message.
Guest chapter 12 . Mar 23
I know life is crazy right now, but when are you going to post again? It's hard to find a good Heartland fanfiction that stays true to the characters personalities and this story is definitely one that does! Keep up the great writing and I hope you get the chance to write more soon!
Britt
My response
You are so sweet to review this! I know I am becoming a disappointment, but if you lived my life, it'd be hard too. I really hope to upload soon, and I promise I will try my best, but with issues like the ones mentioned above I don't know when I'll upload again. Hopefully soon! But I really love you for sticking with this story, please DM on Instagram wyorgie me if you need anything or just so we can talk.
SpartanAmyMiracleGirl10 chapter 1 . Mar 22
Can you pretty please update your wonderful story 10 Years, A Heartland Story on here?
My response
I will, I promise. Soon, I hope. You're reviews make me try to write, but lately I've been too worked up.
Guest chapter 12 . Feb 11
Don't forget your fans ...
My response
I promise I haven't forgotten anyone, forgive me for being inactive! Thanks for your support and time you've spent on my story!
heartlandwriters chapter 12 . Feb 3
Absolutely in love with this chapter! Loved the tidbits of what Georgie was feeling, and I especially liked the part where the nurse confused Georgie to be Lily's mom. That was adorable. Can't wait for the next chapter!
My response
You are so kind! I liked that part too :) I'm glad you're looking forward to it! Thanks for reading!
Anna chapter 12 . Jan 28
Ons more week ... yesssss
My response
Haha, that's so cute! Thanks for reading!
Hi guys, I'm finally uploading again! I feel so guilty not uploading, but I'm sure you all understand why. All the comments you left after I first posted this chapter were so kind and I felt much better after reading them. I will be replying to them at the end of this chapter. I'm not sure when I will update again, but I promise it won't be as long a wait as before. Thank you all for your support and please comment if you liked this chapter!
-Oakley
Chapter 13 - They'll Be Alright
"So how's your arm?" Lyndy asked Lily, perching on the edge of her bedside. Because of her injury, Lyndy offered up her bed for her little sister to sleep in until her shoulder healed, and Lily graciously accepted. Lyndy took up Lily's place on the floor with TJ. It wasn't the most comfortable place to sleep, and Lyndy was surprised TJ and Lily hadn't complained about it yet. But they were tougher than they looked, and Lily had proved that with her dislocated shoulder.
"It's okay, kinda numb," Lily replied. The doctor had given her some painkillers, and Lily had been taking them to take away at least some of the pain.
"Well I'll go get you some juice, then maybe you'll be able to nap." Lyndy stood up, and started for the stairs. When she reached the kitchen. Wyatt was leaning over something on the kitchen table, and TJ was hovering nearby.
"Oh hey Lyndy," TJ said, not looking up more than a glance.
"What on earth are you doing?" Lyndy paused by the fridge to watch. Wyatt had some pieces of wood scattered around him, and it looked like he was gluing something together.
TJ held up a picture of an airplane on the front cover of a kids magazine. "I'm building this! Wyatt's helping though, because the pieces are really finicky."
"Cool, we'll have to go outside and fly it later." Lyndy finished pouring Lily's juice, and then turned to Georgie, who was sitting at the dinner table looking over some photographs from an old album. "Can I take this juice up to Lily?"
Georgie nodded, not looking up. "Oh wait, actually get her to come down here because I have some photos to show you."
"Okay." Lyndy set the juice down and ran to the stairs leading to her room. "Lily, can you come downstairs? Georgie wants to show us some pictures."
There was a faint voice that replied, "Okay, be down in a minute!"
Lyndy grabbed the seat next to Georgie. She peered over Georgie's shoulder to look at the photos displayed. There were really funny ones, like Lyndy, Amy and Ty with Spartan when Lyndy was just a baby. One of Lyndy being twirled high above Ty's head. There were good ones of Lyndy and TJ, a few days after TJ was born. But the best ones were of Lily when she was two or three.
Lily was always a sassy child. She was famous for her silly, mad or just plain attitude-filled faces when she was younger. Amy and Ty had managed to capture many pictures of Lily's faces.
Lyndy was laughing so hard at a particular picture, when Lily came down the stairs. Looking confused, Lily crossed over to sit on the other side of Georgie. She took one look at the picture Lyndy was holding, and burst out laughing herself.
Lily used to love just playing in the barn every second of everyday. She would run there before breakfast and be there when it was time for bed. One time, when all the horses had come down with an illness, Lily hadn't been allowed in the barn in case the disease was contagious to humans. Lily had been so mad, that she put on that sassy frown and made a tent of saddles and pads in the corner, refusing to leave. Lyndy always thought that was the best picture in the world, and Lily agreed.
"That picture is awesome," Lily said, in between laughing. She smiled, and Lyndy breathed a sigh of relief. Lily was distracted and wasn't thinking about the pain in her arm.
Suddenly the door opened. Lyndy sprang from her seat, and saw that her parents were standing in the foyer. "Mom! Dad!" Lyndy shouted, and ran to hug them. TJ did the same. Ty and Amy enveloped their kids in hugs. As their oldest two stepped back, Lily approached them, her arm still in a sling.
"Lily, how are you feeling?" Amy asked, reaching out to gently hug her youngest daughter. "We came home early to see how you were holding up."
Lily looked from Wyatt to Georgie, then back to her parents. "I'm fine! Georgie and Wyatt are taking great care of me! You had no reason to worry!"
Amy exchanged a glance with Ty. "Well, I'm glad to hear that," Ty said, with a smile. As he listened to all his kids' stories of the past few days, Amy walked over to Georgie.
"Thank you for being there for Lily," she said. "Ty and I don't blame you in the least for the accident."
Georgie nodded. "Thanks for saying that Amy, I really appreciate it. You may like to know that Wyatt and I have talked a bit, not much, but a bit."
Amy smiled. "So we really didn't need to come back early. Well then, life does have a way of working out."
Georgie smiled back. Lyndy ran up to her mom and grabbed her arm. "Mom, come look at the photos Georgie was showing us before you came!"
Amy followed her daughter, and sat next to her husband. And as the family all came together, Amy surveyed her surroundings. Ty was holding Lily in his lap was laughing at a photo, while Wyatt and Georgie and TJ were overlooking something else. They'll be alright, Amy thought. Everything will be fine.
How was that? Sorry it's so short. Replies to comments are listed below, please review and follow this story!
Also, who's excited for season 12? MEEEEEE! Also, follow my Instagram wyorgie. I'm super pumped because I get to meet Amber Marshall this summer! EEEIIIIII!
Guest chapter 13 . May 31
How are you and your family ? Just wanted to know ... i miss you and your stories ! Take your time
My response
Hi there! Thank you so much for asking! We are doing MUCH better, and getting ourselves straightened out. Living every day like it's our last, you know? You are so kind to ask about us, and I appreciate this so much! I miss writing, but it all slipped my mind while I was going through all the terrible stuff a while ago. Thank you so much for asking, and it's for your guys that I keep writing! Thank you! Please keep reading and I can't wait for you to see what's going to come!
Anna chapter 13 . Apr 21
Please take your time ... my thoughts are with you
Guest chapter 13 . Apr 8thanks for posting this. it's really sweet.
heartlandwriters chapter 13 . Apr 8You're not becoming a disappointment, Oakley. I understand how rough things are for you, and I'm really sorry about everything you're going through. Really hoping that you get through everything, sending all my wishes. Please take your time with the story, and for now you should focus on what's important. Us fans can wait ;)
bemabound chapter 13 . Apr 7my heart n prayers are with you as I'm sure are all your other fans. you DO what you need to do Please don't feel pressured. Keep positive
Guest chapter 1 . Apr 7love it
Buffaloboy chapter 13 . Apr 7Take your time. When you get the chance we will be here to read your continuation. Sorry about your grandpa
My response
Everyone is so sweet! I am so glad to have fans like you guys! Thank you all for your kind words and taking the time to comment and make me feel better. I love and appreciate every single one of you. Stay fabulous!
Next update/chapter
Georgie and Wyatt have a long talk, and the Flemming-Borden's have a family day!