Title: Vacation of a Lifetime

Chapter: 3/?

Author: socgrl

Rating: PG-13 maybe R later

Category: Romance

Disclaimer: I don't own anything. And even if I did it wouldn't be worth much anyway. I don't own them and besides I would have had H and M together a long time ago.

Summary: Harm and Mac are sent to La Jolla for a little R and R.

Spoilers: Enemy Below, Critical Condition, and seasons 2-7 pretty much



1930 PST

La Jolla California

Home of Frank and Trish Burnett

Mac pulled the car into the driveway of Harm's mothers house. "That was awesome. I must say Harm, you've got me hooked on fast cars." "Yeah well, it's one obsession that we can indulge in together," said Harm with a big smile. 'And that's not the only thing we can indulge in together' she thought as a sly grin graced her features. "What are you thinking Marine" "Oh nothing," she sighed.

"Harmon, Sarah it's so good to see you!" Trish exclaimed. She ran up to the two and gave them both a big hug. "We've never officially met and I already know so much about you, Harmon can't seem to have a conversation without mentioning your name." At that comment Mac began to blush. "Well she's special mom," said Harm, as he looked deep into Mac's eyes. His eyes seemed to sparkle, brighter then usual, it was pure happiness that was being reflected.

"Well then, lets get you two inside. I'm sure you are just starving from the flight." Trish led the pair in the house. "Frank has broiled some fresh flounder and made lemon risotto if that's all right." "It sounds delicious Mrs. Burnett," said Mac. "Please dear, call me Trish, no formalities." "That sounds great.Trish." Harm had to smile. Even his mother loved Mac. It was perfect. "Well just leave your things in the foyer for now, we will discuss sleeping arrangements after we eat."

Dinner was absolutely fabulous. The conversation was comfortable like a real family dinner. Mac was at ease with Harm's family. Nothing was pressured, just relaxed. "Ok, the reason Frank and I have offered for the two of you to stay the rest of the week is because we are going out of town. We will leave tomorrow afternoon and go to Napa for the wine festival. We will be staying at the vineyard because I am in charge of a small gallery showing that is the feature of the week. After talking to Harm a couple of weeks ago I thought that a little rest and relaxation were in need for my two favorite JAGs. So I discussed the idea with the Admiral and he worked out the logistics. So Frank and I will be leaving at around 2 o'clock tomorrow after lunch." "Mom, are you sure you don't mind?" asked Harm. "If I minded Harmon, I would have never come up with the idea. Now for tonight, Harm you are in the first guest room and Sarah you are in the one across the hall, unless you would like to share a room? Either way they are both open," said Trish.

The rest of the evening was uneventful. They all watched a movie together and talked about what was going on in their lives. Harm and Mac told Trish how Bud was coping with his physical therapy and Trish gave him a teddy bear to give to little AJ as a gift. It was a 'build-a-bear' in a naval uniform that hummed the Naval Hymn. "Thanks mom, that's a great idea. I'm sure AJ will love it." It was getting late and Harm and Mac decided it was time for bed; the jet lag had done them both in. Agreeing with her son, Trish and Frank headed to the other end of the house for the evening. Harm walked Mac down the hall. "Are you gonna be ok tonight?" he asked. "Yeah I'll be just fine, you're right across the hall." They said their goodnights and Harm reached down to caress Mac's cheek. He lifted her chin and placed the softest kiss on her lips. "Night. See you in the morning.unless you get lonely" said Harm with a grin playing on his lips. "We'll see squid" said Mac and retreated into her bedroom.

A/N: Thanks for the wonderful reviews. Tell me what you think.the good the bad and the ugly.preferably good.so R&R pretty please. (Oh the "sweet" thing was me.I too doubt Mac would say it.Chap 2)