.::Run To The Water::.
Chapter 8
Tabitha grabbed Elijah's diaper bag and placed it on her left shoulder before closing the front door behind her and making her way out to where Carrie was waiting with her car. Tonight would be the first WWF event that she would be taking Elijah to and they were all very excited.
So does everybody know you're bringing the little guy tonight? I know Jeff was talking to Adam the other day and they were saying how everyone in the locker room wants to see him. They've seen pictures, but they are all saying they want to meet' him so to speak. Carrie said as she backed out of the driveway and turned onto the highway that would lead them to the arena holding RAW later that night.
Well of course Matt and Jeff know, but I don't think anyone else does. I'm kinda worried about bringing him, but I want him to get used to this life style and these people as much as possible and as early as possible because this is our life. Besides it's nearing Christmas and I really want to spend as much time with Matt as possible since it is our first Christmas as a family. Tabitha said as she looked back at the sleeping youngster.
I understand that girl and you can bet it will be one you'll always remember. You know Matt wouldn't miss it for the world, even if he has to jump thirty thousand different planes, he'll make it back to you guys in time. Carrie said flashing her a smile before turning into the arena.
They were waved back into the wrestler's parking area and laughed as they pulled into the parking spot next to Adam and Jay. They big men looked at each other and smiled a wicked smile before running over to the two women and opening their doors for them.
So which one of us gets to show the little guy around? Huh, huh, huh? Adam asked as he kissed Tabitha on the cheek and preceded to take Eli out of his car seat.
Tabitha looked at them and laughed. Never before had she seen grown men get so excited over a little baby, well never before, but besides Matt and Jeff she hadn't.
Excuse me, Sexton whatever your name was, hand over my nephew now. If anyone is going to show him around besides his parents it will be me and not some person who wants to pose for everyone with the benefit of flash photography. Jeff yelled from two rows of cars over as he saw Adam pick Eli up.
Adam turned around with an evil grin and watched the approaching Jeff with a glint in his eyes. He shifted Eli over to his other hip and looked at Tabitha with a smile.
Well at least I didn't wear daisy wrestling pants and dance around in plaid tights with my hair tied back in a ponytail. Adam said as he stuck his tongue out at Jeff.
Over from the side, Tabitha and Carrie were watching the exchange with barely guarded amusement.
Look at this, I wish we had a camera this is hilarious and Eli is loving it. Carrie said as she held her side to keep from laughing too hard.
Sure enough, Eli watched the exchange between the two with a smile and a giggle in his throat. As the two spewed insults at each other, his hazel eyes would move back and forth and brighten when he heard his uncle's voice over the others.
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Across the parking lot, Matt was talking to a few friends who had come to watch the match and saw what was happening. Excusing himself, he walked quietly up behind Jeff and started smiling at his son. Eli saw who it was and excitedly began kicking his feet and reaching out for him, gurgling with delight.
See he wants to come with me. Jeff said sticking his tongue out at Adam and putting his arms out.
Don't think so Rainbow Bright. He wants to come to his Daddy. Matt said stepping out from around him and picking up his son to bring him close to his chest.
Well, he did want me until you showed up. Jeff said stomping off with his nose in the air as the others laughed and Carrie ran after him making fun of the situation.
I have never seen anything like him with the baby. Matt said as he pulled Tabitha in close as well and kissed her on the forehead.
Me neither..it's actually kinda sweet when you think about it, but not as sweet as you. She said pinching him on the stomach.
Oww..that hurt. He said laughing as he ran after her with Elijah bouncing up and down happily in his arms.
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*Backstage*
Tabitha looked on with joy as she saw all the big, tough, guys disolve into little Teddy Bears when they held her son and played with him. She decided that it was definitely something that everyone should see once in their life. In the hands of these giants he looked like a tiny grain of salt, but he was treated with the utmost care and that alone amazed her and made her grateful for these people that had become so much a part of her family.
Matt walked over and gave them each a kiss on the cheek, telling them each that he loved them. He and Jeff were going to get ready for their match that night and Carrie, Tabitha, and Eli were going to find their seats.
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The three had just settled into their ringside seats when they heard the Hardy Boyz music hit. Fans all around screamed and stood up saluting the boys with the hand gesture while they made their way to the ring. Once there, they each climbed a turn buckle and took turns pointing at the three in the front row. Matt then kissed his fingers and pointed them at Tabitha who smiled in return. She looked down at her son and was delighted to see that he had a huge smile on his face and was happily pointing back at his Daddy. Matt saw this also and his smile got wider than it had been before.
Around them people were amazed by the athletic ability of the two men and were as loud as they could be. Tabitha looked down at Eli and was surprised to find that not only was he engrossed in the whole thing, but it seemed as if he knew exactly what was going on. Never once were his eyes off his father and never once did he protest to the noise around them. In an instant, she knew that she had another wrestler on her hands.
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After the match, they all made their way backstage and waited to go out to the parking area. While they were waiting for Jeff to finish with his shower, Matt and Tabitha grabbed a moment alone.
So how did he like it? Matt asked pointing over to the little boy asleep in his car carrier.
You would be amazed to know how still and how quiet he sat through that match. He never once took his eyes off of you and it was like he knew what you were doing and was completely excited about it. I'm telling ya we have another little wrestler right there. She said as she gave him a quick hug and kiss.
He picked up Eli's car seat and placed his arm around her before leading her out the door as they saw Jeff coming out of the shower. As they made their way closer to the main entrance, she saw the fans that were still left from the show had not diminished at all.
This is what scared her the most. Many of the fans had no respect for wrestler's families, especially a wife and a child. She looked up at Matt, fearful and grabbed his hand before forging on into the crowd. Numerous people saw them and asked for autographs and pictures. Seeing that Matt would have to sign autographs, she quickly took Elijah from his arms and brought him as close to her chest as she could. The crowd was getting anxious and closing in on them, just as she was about to have a panic attack, Jeff yelled loudly.
MOVE BACK!!!
Not used to having him use a tone as he had just used, everyone stopped what they were doing and took a few steps back from the boys.
Thank you. My sister-in-law and nephew were going to get squished and I love the little guy too much for that to happen. He said giving everyone a sweet smiled as the girls cried about how sweet he was being.
Jeff smiled happily over at Matt as all the teenage girls rushed to him and congratulated him on being such a nice uncle. Matt chuckled and raised an eyebrow at Tabitha who smiled and shook her head.
Typical, just typical. Matt said as he grabbed Tabitha's hand and made a dash for his car and their home for the night.