American Sweethearts
Author's note: The characters are property of 20th Century Fox.
Korea, May 1, 1952. It's a beautiful spring day. Margaret was just waking up to the sounds of the P. A. system "Attention all personnel! Incoming wounded. Please report to triage."
Margaret gets her fatigues on and leaves her tent to tend to the wounded. She notices her fellow officers at triage.
"Hi, Margaret. Did you get much sleep last night?" asked Colonel Potter
"Yes, Colonel, I'm always prepared for the wounded", replied Margaret
Hawkeye and B.J. are tending to Sergeant Weston who has a chest wound. "Charles, can you come over and look at this chest wound? I think that this guy can't wait", B.J. hollers over to Charles across the triage
"Doctor, will I make it through surgery?" asked Sergeant Weston
"We'll do the best we can. We're professionals", answered Hawkeye
In the O.R., Charles works on Sergeant Weston while Hawkeye works on Private Archer, who has a severed artery in the leg.
"Margaret, did you enjoy our date last night?" asked Hawkeye
"Hawkeye, you know that I always have a good time with you", answered Margaret
"You know, ever since you nursed me back to health after my appendectomy, I've noticed that you're not the Margaret that I used to know. Margaret, close for me and please go out with me to Rosie's tonight. You'll have a swell time", said Hawkeye
"I accept, Hawkeye", Margaret answered with a smile on her face
"Listen to those lovebirds, Hunnicutt. They're just like me and Mildred when we were courting" , replied Colonel Potter as he was working on Corporal Marsh's bowel resection
"Colonel, it also reminds me of when Peg and I were dating. I think it's sweet", B.J. says as he is closing up a Korean boy's flesh wounds
" I wouldn't know because I've never been in a long-term relationship", replies Charles
"You wouldn't have the patience or interest of a relationship because you're too buried into you work" said B.J.
" That's right! I love my work too much to have a life and that's why I'm a better doctor", answered Charles
"That's enough! I don't want any foolishness going on around here", said Colonel Potter
Back at the Swamp, Hawkeye gets ready for his date with Margaret. He gets a drink from the still while B.J. is reading a letter from Peg.
"Beej, when did you and Peg know that it was the right time to get married?" asked Hawkeye
"Well, Hawk, we dated for two years before I popped the question. I think that both people should feel ready instead of rushing it. Why do you ask?" asked B.J.
"As you know, Margaret and I have been going steady since my appendectomy. Over these past few months, I've grown to love her and feel that I'm not marriage shy. I'm gonna ask her to marry me", answered Hawkeye
"That's wonderful, Hawkeye! When are you gonna pop the question?" asked B.J.
"Well, I have an old engagement ring that's a family heirloom. My father gave it to my mother when they got engaged and I will ask Margaret tonight for her hand in marriage", answered Hawkeye as he pulls out the engagement ring from his footlocker and shows it to B.J.
"It's a lovely ring. Do you think she'll say yes?" asked B.J.
"I'd be the happiest man at the 4077 if she'd accept", answered Hawkeye
Charles enters the Swamp and sees that his fellow bunkmates are engaged into a heavy conversation.
"Pierce. Hunnicutt. Tell me, have you've been talking behind my back again", said Charles
"No, Charles, as a matter of fact, Hawkeye is going to ask Margaret to marry him", replied B.J.
"Pierce, you're a lucky man. I think you'll be very happy with her", answered Charles
"Thanks, Charles, but this isn't like you to be so nice. What's the occasion?" asked Hawkeye
"I realize that I have to put my colleagues ahead of myself for their happiness", answered Charles
Over at Rosie's, Hawkeye and Margaret have been there sipping a few drinks for a while. Hawkeye pulls out the ring.
"Margaret, these past few months with you have been the happiest months for me since I came to the 4077. I love you and will you be my wife", Hawkeye asked as he bent down on one knee and put the ring on Margaret's finger
"Hawkeye, I would be honored to be your wife", answered Margaret
"Does this mean yes?" asked Hawkeye
"Yes, I will marry you and become Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Pierce", answered Margaret
"Well, lets spread the good word", said Hawkeye
The newly engaged couple leave Rosie's and head over to Klinger's office. Klinger is writing a letter to his folks back in Toledo.
"Hey Klinger, Margaret and I need to use the P.A. We're calling a meeting", said Hawkeye
"At this hour! It must be important. By all means use it", replied Klinger
"Attention, would Colonel Potter, Captain Hunnicutt, Major Winchester, and Father Mulcahy please report to the office", Hawkeye said on the P.A.
All four men come running in the office
"What's the meaning of this nonsense, Pierce!" asked Colonel Potter
"I've asked you all here because I have an announcement. Margaret and I are getting married", said Hawkeye
"Well, that's wonderful. That's the best news I've had all day", said Colonel Potter
"Hawkeye, Margaret, congratulations!" exclaimed Klinger
"Hawkeye, I didn't think you would bo through with it, but I'm happy for both of you", replied B.J.
"Best wishes, Pierce and Margaret", said Charles
"May your future be filled of joy and happiness" answered Father Mulcahy
"So, when's the wedding, or have you've set a date yet?" asked Klinger
"Well, Hawkeye and I talked it over and we decided to have a wedding in the mess tent", Margaret answered
"B.J., I want you to be my best man. Charles, Colonel Potter, and Klinger, I want you there to be my groomsmen", Hawkeye asked
"We accept!" answered the four men in unison
"Father Mulcahy, would you do us the honor and perform the ceremony?" asked Hawkeye
"I'd be honored to, Hawkeye and Margaret", answered Father Mulcahy
"Well, that takes care of my men, the place and the minister. Margaret, who are you going to ask to be your maid of honor and bridesmaids?" asked Hawkeye
"Well, Hawkeye, I'm going to ask Kellye to be my maid of honor and I'll ask Baker, Able, and Bigelow to be my bridesmaids. I'll ask Igor to look after the food for the reception and Rizzo for our honeymoon jeep", answered Margaret
"Great! Well everything seems to be organized", said Hawkeye
"Not everything! Me and my attendants still need dresses, shoes, jewelry, flowers, and we need our hair and makeup done. Plus you guys need tuxedos, or are you wearing dress uniforms", said Margaret
"I think our dress uniforms will be fine", said Hawkeye
"Then it's settled, the wedding will be in two weeks. Lets notify the rest of the 4077 and our families about the wedding. Oh, Klinger, do you think you could get the paperwork sent to headquarters about the wedding and can you find us some outfits for the wedding?" asked Margaret
"You can count on me, Major", replied Klinger
It's two weeks later. The mess tent is decked out with fresh flowers. Igor is putting the finishing touches on the wedding cake. Hawkeye and his attendants are wearing their dress uniforms and are ready as the guests were arriving.
Margaret has her white wedding gown on from her first marriage and white shoes. Her and the nurses have their hair and makeup done. The nurses have pastel pink dresses on with matching shoes and pink roses as their bouquets.
"Are you nervous, Major?" asked Kellye
"This is the happiest day of my life. I'll be Mrs. Pierce after today and hopefully forever", answered Margaret
"Major, these earrings are antique. They belonged to my grandmother and I want you to wear them", said Bigelow
"This garter is new. This is my gift to you, Major", said Able
"Major, I want you to borrow my best bracelet to go with your necklace", said Baker
"And Major, I picked these blue wild flowers for your bouquet. I hope you like it", said Kellye
"Well, I guess I have something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. I want to thank you all for supporting my decision to re-marry. It's nice to have friends like you. Well, I guess it's time to go. Lets have a wedding we'll never forget", said Margaret as she and the nurses were leaving the tent to head for the mess tent.
Back at the mess tent:
"Are you nervous, Hawkeye?" asked Colonel Potter
"I'm fine, I can't wait to see Margaret", replied Hawkeye
"This reminds me of my wedding to Mildred", said Colonel Potter
"It reminds me of my wedding to Peg. Say Charles, do you think you'll ever get married?" asked B.J.
"If the right girl comes along Hunnicutt", answered Charles
"I don't know if I'll get married again", said Klinger
"Beej, thanks for that advice you gave me about leaving my single life behind", said Hawkeye
"No problem, Hawk!" answered B.J.
The wedding march starts to play as Bigelow, Baker, Able, Kellye, and Margaret walk down the aisle. Hawkeye and Margaret smile at each other and think about how the other one looked wonderful. Father Mulcahy starts the ceremony as the music stops and Margaret is standing beside Hawkeye.
"Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to join this man and this woman in holy matrimony. If there is anyone who objects to this union, speak now or forever hold your peace", said Father Mulcahy
Not one person objected to this union.
"Very well then. Now do you Benjamin Franklin Pierce take this woman to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, for better or for worse, in sickness and in health as long as you both shall live?" asked Father Mulcahy
"I do", answered Hawkeye
"And do you Margaret Jean Houlihan take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, for better or for worse, in sickness and in health as long as you both shall live?" asked Father Mulcahy
"I do", answered Margaret
"Now, may I have the rings please. These rings are a symbol of love. Place the rings on the left finger as I have already blessed them", said Father Mulcahy
Hawkeye places the ring on Margaret's finger, "Margaret, with this ring, I thee wed"
Margaret places the ring on Hawkeye's finger, "Benjamin, with this ring, I thee wed"
"By the powers blessed in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride", said Father Mulcahy
Hawkeye and Margaret kiss for a moment and then head over to sign the register with B.J. and Kellye. After all four of them sign, Father Mulcahy makes an announcement "May I present to you Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Pierce"
Hawkeye and Margaret left the aisle arm in arm as rice was thrown at them and their attendants. The reception was lovely. The wedding cake was cut and passed around. Speeches were made to the bride and groom and the couple expressed sadness that their close family members couldn't share the celebration with them. A surprisingly delicious meal was enjoyed by all and Hawkeye and Margaret left for their 1 week honeymoon in Tokyo with Rizzo's jeep decorated with a just married sign and streamers. B.J. and Charles moved Hawkeye's things into Margaret's tent and Colonel Potter updated their paperwork to show that they were legally married and that the marriage will be legal once they are back in the States after the war is over. All is fair in love and war!
The End
Author's note: The characters are property of 20th Century Fox.
Korea, May 1, 1952. It's a beautiful spring day. Margaret was just waking up to the sounds of the P. A. system "Attention all personnel! Incoming wounded. Please report to triage."
Margaret gets her fatigues on and leaves her tent to tend to the wounded. She notices her fellow officers at triage.
"Hi, Margaret. Did you get much sleep last night?" asked Colonel Potter
"Yes, Colonel, I'm always prepared for the wounded", replied Margaret
Hawkeye and B.J. are tending to Sergeant Weston who has a chest wound. "Charles, can you come over and look at this chest wound? I think that this guy can't wait", B.J. hollers over to Charles across the triage
"Doctor, will I make it through surgery?" asked Sergeant Weston
"We'll do the best we can. We're professionals", answered Hawkeye
In the O.R., Charles works on Sergeant Weston while Hawkeye works on Private Archer, who has a severed artery in the leg.
"Margaret, did you enjoy our date last night?" asked Hawkeye
"Hawkeye, you know that I always have a good time with you", answered Margaret
"You know, ever since you nursed me back to health after my appendectomy, I've noticed that you're not the Margaret that I used to know. Margaret, close for me and please go out with me to Rosie's tonight. You'll have a swell time", said Hawkeye
"I accept, Hawkeye", Margaret answered with a smile on her face
"Listen to those lovebirds, Hunnicutt. They're just like me and Mildred when we were courting" , replied Colonel Potter as he was working on Corporal Marsh's bowel resection
"Colonel, it also reminds me of when Peg and I were dating. I think it's sweet", B.J. says as he is closing up a Korean boy's flesh wounds
" I wouldn't know because I've never been in a long-term relationship", replies Charles
"You wouldn't have the patience or interest of a relationship because you're too buried into you work" said B.J.
" That's right! I love my work too much to have a life and that's why I'm a better doctor", answered Charles
"That's enough! I don't want any foolishness going on around here", said Colonel Potter
Back at the Swamp, Hawkeye gets ready for his date with Margaret. He gets a drink from the still while B.J. is reading a letter from Peg.
"Beej, when did you and Peg know that it was the right time to get married?" asked Hawkeye
"Well, Hawk, we dated for two years before I popped the question. I think that both people should feel ready instead of rushing it. Why do you ask?" asked B.J.
"As you know, Margaret and I have been going steady since my appendectomy. Over these past few months, I've grown to love her and feel that I'm not marriage shy. I'm gonna ask her to marry me", answered Hawkeye
"That's wonderful, Hawkeye! When are you gonna pop the question?" asked B.J.
"Well, I have an old engagement ring that's a family heirloom. My father gave it to my mother when they got engaged and I will ask Margaret tonight for her hand in marriage", answered Hawkeye as he pulls out the engagement ring from his footlocker and shows it to B.J.
"It's a lovely ring. Do you think she'll say yes?" asked B.J.
"I'd be the happiest man at the 4077 if she'd accept", answered Hawkeye
Charles enters the Swamp and sees that his fellow bunkmates are engaged into a heavy conversation.
"Pierce. Hunnicutt. Tell me, have you've been talking behind my back again", said Charles
"No, Charles, as a matter of fact, Hawkeye is going to ask Margaret to marry him", replied B.J.
"Pierce, you're a lucky man. I think you'll be very happy with her", answered Charles
"Thanks, Charles, but this isn't like you to be so nice. What's the occasion?" asked Hawkeye
"I realize that I have to put my colleagues ahead of myself for their happiness", answered Charles
Over at Rosie's, Hawkeye and Margaret have been there sipping a few drinks for a while. Hawkeye pulls out the ring.
"Margaret, these past few months with you have been the happiest months for me since I came to the 4077. I love you and will you be my wife", Hawkeye asked as he bent down on one knee and put the ring on Margaret's finger
"Hawkeye, I would be honored to be your wife", answered Margaret
"Does this mean yes?" asked Hawkeye
"Yes, I will marry you and become Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Pierce", answered Margaret
"Well, lets spread the good word", said Hawkeye
The newly engaged couple leave Rosie's and head over to Klinger's office. Klinger is writing a letter to his folks back in Toledo.
"Hey Klinger, Margaret and I need to use the P.A. We're calling a meeting", said Hawkeye
"At this hour! It must be important. By all means use it", replied Klinger
"Attention, would Colonel Potter, Captain Hunnicutt, Major Winchester, and Father Mulcahy please report to the office", Hawkeye said on the P.A.
All four men come running in the office
"What's the meaning of this nonsense, Pierce!" asked Colonel Potter
"I've asked you all here because I have an announcement. Margaret and I are getting married", said Hawkeye
"Well, that's wonderful. That's the best news I've had all day", said Colonel Potter
"Hawkeye, Margaret, congratulations!" exclaimed Klinger
"Hawkeye, I didn't think you would bo through with it, but I'm happy for both of you", replied B.J.
"Best wishes, Pierce and Margaret", said Charles
"May your future be filled of joy and happiness" answered Father Mulcahy
"So, when's the wedding, or have you've set a date yet?" asked Klinger
"Well, Hawkeye and I talked it over and we decided to have a wedding in the mess tent", Margaret answered
"B.J., I want you to be my best man. Charles, Colonel Potter, and Klinger, I want you there to be my groomsmen", Hawkeye asked
"We accept!" answered the four men in unison
"Father Mulcahy, would you do us the honor and perform the ceremony?" asked Hawkeye
"I'd be honored to, Hawkeye and Margaret", answered Father Mulcahy
"Well, that takes care of my men, the place and the minister. Margaret, who are you going to ask to be your maid of honor and bridesmaids?" asked Hawkeye
"Well, Hawkeye, I'm going to ask Kellye to be my maid of honor and I'll ask Baker, Able, and Bigelow to be my bridesmaids. I'll ask Igor to look after the food for the reception and Rizzo for our honeymoon jeep", answered Margaret
"Great! Well everything seems to be organized", said Hawkeye
"Not everything! Me and my attendants still need dresses, shoes, jewelry, flowers, and we need our hair and makeup done. Plus you guys need tuxedos, or are you wearing dress uniforms", said Margaret
"I think our dress uniforms will be fine", said Hawkeye
"Then it's settled, the wedding will be in two weeks. Lets notify the rest of the 4077 and our families about the wedding. Oh, Klinger, do you think you could get the paperwork sent to headquarters about the wedding and can you find us some outfits for the wedding?" asked Margaret
"You can count on me, Major", replied Klinger
It's two weeks later. The mess tent is decked out with fresh flowers. Igor is putting the finishing touches on the wedding cake. Hawkeye and his attendants are wearing their dress uniforms and are ready as the guests were arriving.
Margaret has her white wedding gown on from her first marriage and white shoes. Her and the nurses have their hair and makeup done. The nurses have pastel pink dresses on with matching shoes and pink roses as their bouquets.
"Are you nervous, Major?" asked Kellye
"This is the happiest day of my life. I'll be Mrs. Pierce after today and hopefully forever", answered Margaret
"Major, these earrings are antique. They belonged to my grandmother and I want you to wear them", said Bigelow
"This garter is new. This is my gift to you, Major", said Able
"Major, I want you to borrow my best bracelet to go with your necklace", said Baker
"And Major, I picked these blue wild flowers for your bouquet. I hope you like it", said Kellye
"Well, I guess I have something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue. I want to thank you all for supporting my decision to re-marry. It's nice to have friends like you. Well, I guess it's time to go. Lets have a wedding we'll never forget", said Margaret as she and the nurses were leaving the tent to head for the mess tent.
Back at the mess tent:
"Are you nervous, Hawkeye?" asked Colonel Potter
"I'm fine, I can't wait to see Margaret", replied Hawkeye
"This reminds me of my wedding to Mildred", said Colonel Potter
"It reminds me of my wedding to Peg. Say Charles, do you think you'll ever get married?" asked B.J.
"If the right girl comes along Hunnicutt", answered Charles
"I don't know if I'll get married again", said Klinger
"Beej, thanks for that advice you gave me about leaving my single life behind", said Hawkeye
"No problem, Hawk!" answered B.J.
The wedding march starts to play as Bigelow, Baker, Able, Kellye, and Margaret walk down the aisle. Hawkeye and Margaret smile at each other and think about how the other one looked wonderful. Father Mulcahy starts the ceremony as the music stops and Margaret is standing beside Hawkeye.
"Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to join this man and this woman in holy matrimony. If there is anyone who objects to this union, speak now or forever hold your peace", said Father Mulcahy
Not one person objected to this union.
"Very well then. Now do you Benjamin Franklin Pierce take this woman to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, for better or for worse, in sickness and in health as long as you both shall live?" asked Father Mulcahy
"I do", answered Hawkeye
"And do you Margaret Jean Houlihan take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, for better or for worse, in sickness and in health as long as you both shall live?" asked Father Mulcahy
"I do", answered Margaret
"Now, may I have the rings please. These rings are a symbol of love. Place the rings on the left finger as I have already blessed them", said Father Mulcahy
Hawkeye places the ring on Margaret's finger, "Margaret, with this ring, I thee wed"
Margaret places the ring on Hawkeye's finger, "Benjamin, with this ring, I thee wed"
"By the powers blessed in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride", said Father Mulcahy
Hawkeye and Margaret kiss for a moment and then head over to sign the register with B.J. and Kellye. After all four of them sign, Father Mulcahy makes an announcement "May I present to you Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin Franklin Pierce"
Hawkeye and Margaret left the aisle arm in arm as rice was thrown at them and their attendants. The reception was lovely. The wedding cake was cut and passed around. Speeches were made to the bride and groom and the couple expressed sadness that their close family members couldn't share the celebration with them. A surprisingly delicious meal was enjoyed by all and Hawkeye and Margaret left for their 1 week honeymoon in Tokyo with Rizzo's jeep decorated with a just married sign and streamers. B.J. and Charles moved Hawkeye's things into Margaret's tent and Colonel Potter updated their paperwork to show that they were legally married and that the marriage will be legal once they are back in the States after the war is over. All is fair in love and war!
The End