Chapter Eight
Hospital Honey Moon
June 3rd, 1994
Steve sighed and looked in the mirror, the pain in his side was getting annoying, but he couldn't think about that, as he was to busy thinking about walking down that isle in an hour. Jesse came up from behind him and smiled.
"How ya feeling?" He asked his best friend. Steve turned slightly and sighed.
"I'd feel better if my father were here," he admitted.
"He is here Steve, he's right here," Jesse said pointing to Steve's chest.
"I know, but I wish he was right here," Steve said pointing to the empty space beside him.
"You've got James and Cate," Jesse said.
"Thank God for that, I don't know what I'd do without those two, and you guys," Steve said quietly.
"Steve, are you okay, you're looking a little pale," Jesse said seeing his friend's face. It was paler than usually, he wanted to blame it on Steve's nerves, but truth was he didn't really think it was nerves.
"Ah, I'm all right, side hurts a little, but I'll live," he whispered.
"All right, well let me know if you aren't," he said.
"You bet Jess," he watched the younger man leave the room and he sat down, his eyes landing on a picture beside his bed, slowly picking it up he had to force back a smile, it was a picture of his father and himself. He sighed.
"Where ever you are dad, I miss you and love you," he whispered.
The wedding came quickly; Steve was dressed in his best, standing up front with him would be Jack, Jesse, CJ and Dion, the ushers in the back were Kevin and Jack. The brides maids were Amanda, Allie, Cheryl, Mandie and Carol, the maid of honor was Jen's little sister Amy. There were cops from the precinct, as well as hospital personnel on both sides. Jen's family was on her side, talking and chatting amongst each other, while Steve's small family was on the other side.
Finally the music began, Jack and Amanda were the first ones to walk down the isle. Amanda was wearing a beautiful light peach colored dress that really brought out her eyes, a smile was evident on her face, Jack was dressed in a nice black suit. Behind them was Carol and Dion, although Dion was only ten he and Carol were having a ball, Carol had taken to the boy quickly and found him much like her brother so they didn't mind being paired. Kevin and Cheryl were after them, Cheryl also looking beautiful in the dress, Kevin smiled at Steve as he came to stand beside Jack and Dion. Allie and Jack, Jenny's brother, were next, Allie hadn't liked the idea of walking with Jack at first, wanting to walk with her boyfriend, however in tradition she had done it and didn't seem to mind much. The ring barer and flower girl were next, as CJ held his little sister's hand and she smiled at everyone. Jack smiled at his two children as they took their places. Finally the best man and maid of honor came, Jesse had a huge smile on his face, probably from Amy who had told him a day ago that she was excited to be walking with the hot one. She smiled at Steve pleasantly and joined the other girls, while Jesse stood beside Steve.
"Thanks buddy," Jesse said.
"Don't thank me, I haven't made my speech yet," he said smiling mischievously as Steve looked at him when the music began. Steve looked up and had to catch his breath, there Jenny stood at the end of the isle, in a billowing white wedding dress, a beautiful veil in front of her face, her long blond hair was dyed not only red but pulled back in a prefect French Braid, a smile on her beautifully delicate face. James stood next to her proudly as he escorted her down the isle, all eyes on them, Steve wanted to grab her and whisk her away, not caring about the wedding, only her. It seemed to take years for them to reach the front of the church and finally the altar. James lifted the vale from her face and kissed her cheek as she did his.
"Who gives this woman away?"
"Her mother and I do," he said smiling. She gave him a hug and watched as Steve's arm took his arm's place.
"You may be seated," the minister said. Steve looked at Jenny, and once again her eyes captured him, they seemed to be a sapphire blue right now, and shining with love for him.
"Dearly beloved we are gathered here today... Do you Steven Michael Sloan take Jennifer Katherine Hudson to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, through sickness and in health, for richer or for poorer for better or for worse for long as you both shall live?" Steve smiled and looked at her lovingly.
"I do," he said quietly, finding it hard to speak as he gazed at her.
"Do you, Jennifer Katherine Hudson, take Steven Michael Sloan to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, through sickness and in healthy, for richer or for poorer, for better or for worse for as long as you both shall live," she swallowed past the lump in her throat and wiped a tear away.
"I do," she whispered.
"Steven recite your vows as you place this ring of Jennifer's finger," the minister said. Steve smiled and looked down at her hands.
"I met you when I needed someone the most in my life, you never gave up on me, even though there are days when I think you should have. You continued to give me a reason to live, a reason to want to be here. You became a friend, teaching me how to let my feelings go, you once said you didn't really believe in fate...neither do I," he stopped, she reached out and wiped a tear from his cheek, he squeezed her hands, "but when I met you something told me fate was real. I Steven Michael Sloan will love you forever and ever, with this ring I thee wed," he said in a choked voice as he slipped the ring on her finger. She smiled at him.
"Jennifer you do the same," she nodded and gazed at him.
"You were more than a friend, I was lost and needed someone, I didn't have my family, you taught me how to love again, how to stop running. You gave me a reason to finally slow down and take a look around me. You showed me loyalty and honor, even though you don't think so. You did it without anger and heat. You won my heart before pride, you taught me it was okay to grieve but faith in the unknown was better. I Jennifer Katherine Hudson will love you forever and ever, with this ring, I thee wed," she whispered, her face covered in tears.
"Myself and the State of California now pronounces you Man and Wife, you may kiss the bride," Steve smiled and pulled her close, kissing her passionately. She pulled away and smiled.
"I've wanted to do that for a long time now," she whispered. He smiled.
"Ladies and Gentleman, I give you Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sloan," everyone was clapping as Steve and Jenny lead the trial of friends towards the doors. Everyone began to fallow, the families and wedding party came back in for pictures.
Steve and Jenny got to the reception shortly after everyone else, the entire wedding party entered as the people cheered. Steve smiled as he sat down at the long table, dinner soon to begin, they heard some clinking on the wine glasses and Steve leaned over to kiss his bride. She smiled at him, they kissed and then watched Jesse stand up, in front of his friends.
"First off, as the best man I'd like to say congratulations to Steven and Jennifer," there was a roar of clapping, causing both to blush. After it quieted down Jesse began again,
"This is the part where the best man is supposed to say something nice about the groom, well that could be easier said then done," he was pleased when everyone got the joke, "seriously though, There are a million things to say, I think some of the best things I can say is to begin with a fair warning. Jennifer, you're in for stubborn days. This man doesn't give up easily," she smiled at him.
"Steve, you're my best friend and above that my brother, there was a time when I though I would be married before you were, little did I know it would happen. You were once called the Unluckiest Bachelor in LA, a name rightfully earned as many can confirm," he smiled as he heard several people agree, causing Steve to chuckle, "however I think it's only fair to now call you the Luckiest Husband in LA, because that woman sitting next to you put up with a lot of stuff and that shows she loyal, or a gluten for punishment," He raised his glass in the air.
"To Steve and Jennifer, may your lives be filled with happiness, joy and pleasure for every day you are with one another," he said. There was a chorus of glasses clinking and everyone taking a sip. As Jesse sat down Jack stood up with a smile on his face.
"Okay, now this isn't really known to many people, but we played a little trick on Steve and Jennifer and we raided their pictures, so everyone please sit back and relax as we show you a little of their lives," Jack said. The lights got low and the pictures began, the first several were of their childhoods, growing up. Steve smiled as he saw pictures his dad had been watching once, him and his father playing games. Steve smiled as Jenny giggled when a picture of him with long hair was shown. Steve's favorite picture of Jenny was in there, as well as one of her dancing on her daddy's shoes. One of Steve before Vietnam, a picture of his mother and him dancing. More recent pictures of them together, recent pictures of Mark before he had left, the picture taken at Christmas.
The music came to an end as did the pictures she smiled at him as Steve wiped a tear away from his eyes.
"That was beautiful Jack," Jenny said as she gave him a hug.
"Thanks, but it was your sister's idea," he said smiling.
"Okay everyone, it's now time for the first dance of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Sloan," Jenny looked at Steve as grabbed her hand. Taking her out onto the floor he smiled.
A Whole New World By Peabo Bryson and Regina Bell Ooh I can show you the world Shining, shimmering, splendid Tell me, princess, now when did You last let your heart decide?
Jenny blushed as he took a microphone and softly began to sing to her, which she hadn't been expected. He held her close and smiled.
I can open your eyes Take you wonder by wonder Over, sideways and under On a magic carpet ride
A whole new world A new fantastic point of view No one to tell us no Or where to go Or say we're only dreaming
She smiled and took the mike this time, singing into it, he chuckled and held her as she continued to sing.
A whole new world A dazzling place I never knew But now from way up here It's crystal clear That now I'm in a whole new world with you
Unbelievable sights Indescribable feeling Soaring, tumbling, freewheeling Through an endless diamond sky
A whole new world (Don't you dare close your eyes) A hundred thousand things to see (Hold your breath - it gets better) I'm like a shooting star I've come so far I can't go back to where I used to be
A whole new world With new horizons to pursue I'll chase them anywhere There's time to spare Let me share this whole new world with you
Oh
A whole new world (A whole new world) A new fantastic point of view No one to tell us no Or where to go Or say we're only dreaming
A whole new world (Every turn a surprise) With new horizons to pursue (Every moment gets better) I'll chase them anywhere There's time to spare Any where There's time to spare Let me share this whole new world with you
A whole new world (A whole new world) That's where we'll be (Were we will be) A thrilling chase A wondrous place For you and me
Everyone clapped and cheered, surprised at how well they both sang together especially. Jenny smiled as she kissed her husband and part from him. She looked over at her father.
"Daddy, can I have this dance?" She asked. He nodded, while Steve spotted Cate.
"I know you're not my mother, but I would be honored if you let me have this dance...mom?" He said, causing her to smile.
"I would be honored, son," she whispered as the next song began.
Butterfly Kisses By Collin Raye There's two things I know for sure. She was sent here from heaven, and she is daddy's little girl. As I drop to my knees by her bed at night, she talks to Jesus and I close my eyes and I thank God for all of the joy in my life. oh but most of all..
..for butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer sticking little white flowers all up in her hair. -Walk beside the pony daddy, it's my first ride -I know the cake looks funny daddy, but I sure tried. Oh, with all that I've done wrong, I must have done something right to deserve a hug every morning and butterfly kisses at night..
Sweet sixteen today.. she's looking like her mama, a little more every day. One part woman, the other part girl.. To perfume and makeup from ribbons and curls. trying her wings out in great big world but i remember..
butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer sticking little white flowers all up in her hair.
You know how much I love you daddy, but if you don't mind I'm only gonna kiss you on the cheek this time. Oh, with all that I've done wrong, I must have done something right to deserve her hug every morning and butterfly kisses at night..
(choir: All the precious time)
Oh, like the wind the years go by
(choir: Precious butterfly, spread your wings and fly)
She'll change her name today she'll make a promise and I'll give her away. Standing in the bride room, just staring at her. She asks me what I'm thinking and I said I'm not sure I just feel like I'm loosing my baby girl
she leaned over....
Gave me butterfly kisses with her mama there, sticking little white flowers all up in her hair.
Walk me down the aisle daddy, it's almost time does my wedding gown look pretty daddy? Daddy don't cry
Oh, with all that I've done wrong, I must have done something right to deserve her love every morning and butterfly kisses..
I couldn't ask God for more, man this is what love is I know I got to let her go...but I'll always remember...
Every hug in the morning.. and butterfly kisses....
Jenny closed her eyes and leaned against her father as he held her tightly.
"I love you daddy," she whispered. He pulled her chin up and kissed her forehead.
"I love you too baby," he whispered touched her cheek. As the song came to an end she smiled as she saw Steve kissing her mother on the cheek in thanks. Jenny looked at Jesse and smiled.
"May I have this dance?" He asked quietly.
"Of course," he smiled and took her hand. Steve did the same with Amanda and smiled.
I will Be Here By Stephen Curtis Chapman Tomorrow morning if you wake up And the sun does not appear I, I will be here If in the dark we lose sight of love Hold my hand and have no fear 'Cause I, I will be here
I will be here When you feel like being quiet When you need to speak your mind I will listen And I will be here When the laughter turns to crying Through the winning, losing and trying We'll be together 'Cause I will be here
Tomorrow morning if you wake up And the future is unclear I, I will be here As sure as seasons are made for change Our lifetimes are made for these years So I, I will be here
I will be here And you can cry on my shoulder When the mirror tells us we're older I will hold you And I will be here To watch you grow in beauty And tell you all the things you mean to me I will be here
I will be true to the promise I have made To you and to the One who gave you to me
Just as sure as seasons are made for change Our lifetimes are made for these years So I, I will be here We'll be together I will be here
As the night wore on people continued to dance, Steve smiled for at one point the YMCA had come on and he had the pleasure of watching Jack dance with Mandie to the song. It was about one when everyone started heading home, Steve smiled and got into the limo with his wife and kissed her lips.
"Ready for the best vacation of your life?" He asked. She smiled and nodded. They would go home and sleep tonight and then tomorrow they would depart for Hawaii where they would spend a luxurious week in the sun.
"You bet I am," she whispered. Suddenly Steve gasped in pain.
"What?" She asked, worried.
"Nothing, my side hurts a little," he said.
"Steve, those aren't nerves unless your nervous about tonight, which I seriously doubt," she said.
"No, honey I'm fine," he whispered.
"I don't believe you."
"I'm fine," he lied.
"All right," she whispered. He nodded and soon they were on their way back to the beach house.
Jesse was waiting for something to happen in the ER early the next morning when suddenly he heard a page for him. He ran out into the ER and gasped as he saw Jenny crying and Steve on the stretcher pale white.
"My God, Jen what happened?!" Jesse asked as they rushed him into the Exam room.
"I don't know, he was complaining very little about his side hurting, he said it was nothing, I think his appendix burst," she whimpered. He looked at her.
"Christ, okay, call your mother, I'll page Jack, don't worry honey he's going to be fine," Jesse said as he hurried into the Exam room.
Jack rushed into the ER shortly after the commotion, and saw Jesse in the middle of surgery, "what in the world!?" He said.
"Steve's appendix burst, it's a mess, give me a hand, there's no time to lose," Jesse said loudly.
Outside Amanda, James and Kate were sitting beside Jenny, talking to her as she continued to twist her wedding ring around her finger.
"Nothing ever goes normal around here," Jenny whispered as Kate continued to hold her.
"Don't worry honey, he's going to be fine," Kate said.
"Jen?" Carol called, she looked worried about her brother.
"Carol," Jenny whispered as she hurried to her arms and hugged her.
"What's going on?" She asked.
"He's in v-fib!" Jack yelled as he grabbed the paddles, looking at the heart monitor he yelled clear.
"Charging 350," Jesse said.
"Clear!"
Jenny was sitting silently, unable to think about what was going on around her, she was so worried about her husband. Amanda had offered her coffee about an hour ago, but she had turned it down.
"Jen," a soft voice called, it was Jesse, she stood up and ran into his arms as he held her tightly.
"We've done all we can, it made a mess, we were lucky. There is a risk of infection, but we're pumping him full of fluids to make sure that doesn't happen, would you like to see him?" She nodded slowly and he smiled.
"Come on honey," he said as he led her to the ICU room, he was pale and hooked up to various wires. She went towards him and touched his brow.
"Seems like a few days ago we were here, you've got to hold on Steve, I need and love you. Don't worry about anything but getting better honey," she whispered as she kissed his cold lips.
Jenny spent the next few days by his side, he was showing signs of improvement, however Jesse was annoyed to see he was running a slight fever. Jenny refused to leave his side, while everyone waited coming in and out to see how he was doing. By the fifth day Steve's fever was gone and they put him in a step down unit.
Steve slowly opened his eyes and quickly closed them to fend off the bright lights, a groan emitting from his lips.
"Steve?" Jenny called. He slowly titled his head towards her and smiled softly.
"Some honeymoon," he whispered. She giggled lightly and kissed his cheek.
"You're the only thing that matter, however you do owe me big time on this one Mr. Sloan," she said. He smiled softly.
"Believe me, I intend of repaying you well," he whispered in response.
"I love you Steve," she whispered.
"I love you too," he replied.
Hospital Honey Moon
June 3rd, 1994
Steve sighed and looked in the mirror, the pain in his side was getting annoying, but he couldn't think about that, as he was to busy thinking about walking down that isle in an hour. Jesse came up from behind him and smiled.
"How ya feeling?" He asked his best friend. Steve turned slightly and sighed.
"I'd feel better if my father were here," he admitted.
"He is here Steve, he's right here," Jesse said pointing to Steve's chest.
"I know, but I wish he was right here," Steve said pointing to the empty space beside him.
"You've got James and Cate," Jesse said.
"Thank God for that, I don't know what I'd do without those two, and you guys," Steve said quietly.
"Steve, are you okay, you're looking a little pale," Jesse said seeing his friend's face. It was paler than usually, he wanted to blame it on Steve's nerves, but truth was he didn't really think it was nerves.
"Ah, I'm all right, side hurts a little, but I'll live," he whispered.
"All right, well let me know if you aren't," he said.
"You bet Jess," he watched the younger man leave the room and he sat down, his eyes landing on a picture beside his bed, slowly picking it up he had to force back a smile, it was a picture of his father and himself. He sighed.
"Where ever you are dad, I miss you and love you," he whispered.
The wedding came quickly; Steve was dressed in his best, standing up front with him would be Jack, Jesse, CJ and Dion, the ushers in the back were Kevin and Jack. The brides maids were Amanda, Allie, Cheryl, Mandie and Carol, the maid of honor was Jen's little sister Amy. There were cops from the precinct, as well as hospital personnel on both sides. Jen's family was on her side, talking and chatting amongst each other, while Steve's small family was on the other side.
Finally the music began, Jack and Amanda were the first ones to walk down the isle. Amanda was wearing a beautiful light peach colored dress that really brought out her eyes, a smile was evident on her face, Jack was dressed in a nice black suit. Behind them was Carol and Dion, although Dion was only ten he and Carol were having a ball, Carol had taken to the boy quickly and found him much like her brother so they didn't mind being paired. Kevin and Cheryl were after them, Cheryl also looking beautiful in the dress, Kevin smiled at Steve as he came to stand beside Jack and Dion. Allie and Jack, Jenny's brother, were next, Allie hadn't liked the idea of walking with Jack at first, wanting to walk with her boyfriend, however in tradition she had done it and didn't seem to mind much. The ring barer and flower girl were next, as CJ held his little sister's hand and she smiled at everyone. Jack smiled at his two children as they took their places. Finally the best man and maid of honor came, Jesse had a huge smile on his face, probably from Amy who had told him a day ago that she was excited to be walking with the hot one. She smiled at Steve pleasantly and joined the other girls, while Jesse stood beside Steve.
"Thanks buddy," Jesse said.
"Don't thank me, I haven't made my speech yet," he said smiling mischievously as Steve looked at him when the music began. Steve looked up and had to catch his breath, there Jenny stood at the end of the isle, in a billowing white wedding dress, a beautiful veil in front of her face, her long blond hair was dyed not only red but pulled back in a prefect French Braid, a smile on her beautifully delicate face. James stood next to her proudly as he escorted her down the isle, all eyes on them, Steve wanted to grab her and whisk her away, not caring about the wedding, only her. It seemed to take years for them to reach the front of the church and finally the altar. James lifted the vale from her face and kissed her cheek as she did his.
"Who gives this woman away?"
"Her mother and I do," he said smiling. She gave him a hug and watched as Steve's arm took his arm's place.
"You may be seated," the minister said. Steve looked at Jenny, and once again her eyes captured him, they seemed to be a sapphire blue right now, and shining with love for him.
"Dearly beloved we are gathered here today... Do you Steven Michael Sloan take Jennifer Katherine Hudson to be your lawfully wedded wife, to have and to hold, through sickness and in health, for richer or for poorer for better or for worse for long as you both shall live?" Steve smiled and looked at her lovingly.
"I do," he said quietly, finding it hard to speak as he gazed at her.
"Do you, Jennifer Katherine Hudson, take Steven Michael Sloan to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold, through sickness and in healthy, for richer or for poorer, for better or for worse for as long as you both shall live," she swallowed past the lump in her throat and wiped a tear away.
"I do," she whispered.
"Steven recite your vows as you place this ring of Jennifer's finger," the minister said. Steve smiled and looked down at her hands.
"I met you when I needed someone the most in my life, you never gave up on me, even though there are days when I think you should have. You continued to give me a reason to live, a reason to want to be here. You became a friend, teaching me how to let my feelings go, you once said you didn't really believe in fate...neither do I," he stopped, she reached out and wiped a tear from his cheek, he squeezed her hands, "but when I met you something told me fate was real. I Steven Michael Sloan will love you forever and ever, with this ring I thee wed," he said in a choked voice as he slipped the ring on her finger. She smiled at him.
"Jennifer you do the same," she nodded and gazed at him.
"You were more than a friend, I was lost and needed someone, I didn't have my family, you taught me how to love again, how to stop running. You gave me a reason to finally slow down and take a look around me. You showed me loyalty and honor, even though you don't think so. You did it without anger and heat. You won my heart before pride, you taught me it was okay to grieve but faith in the unknown was better. I Jennifer Katherine Hudson will love you forever and ever, with this ring, I thee wed," she whispered, her face covered in tears.
"Myself and the State of California now pronounces you Man and Wife, you may kiss the bride," Steve smiled and pulled her close, kissing her passionately. She pulled away and smiled.
"I've wanted to do that for a long time now," she whispered. He smiled.
"Ladies and Gentleman, I give you Mr. and Mrs. Steven Sloan," everyone was clapping as Steve and Jenny lead the trial of friends towards the doors. Everyone began to fallow, the families and wedding party came back in for pictures.
Steve and Jenny got to the reception shortly after everyone else, the entire wedding party entered as the people cheered. Steve smiled as he sat down at the long table, dinner soon to begin, they heard some clinking on the wine glasses and Steve leaned over to kiss his bride. She smiled at him, they kissed and then watched Jesse stand up, in front of his friends.
"First off, as the best man I'd like to say congratulations to Steven and Jennifer," there was a roar of clapping, causing both to blush. After it quieted down Jesse began again,
"This is the part where the best man is supposed to say something nice about the groom, well that could be easier said then done," he was pleased when everyone got the joke, "seriously though, There are a million things to say, I think some of the best things I can say is to begin with a fair warning. Jennifer, you're in for stubborn days. This man doesn't give up easily," she smiled at him.
"Steve, you're my best friend and above that my brother, there was a time when I though I would be married before you were, little did I know it would happen. You were once called the Unluckiest Bachelor in LA, a name rightfully earned as many can confirm," he smiled as he heard several people agree, causing Steve to chuckle, "however I think it's only fair to now call you the Luckiest Husband in LA, because that woman sitting next to you put up with a lot of stuff and that shows she loyal, or a gluten for punishment," He raised his glass in the air.
"To Steve and Jennifer, may your lives be filled with happiness, joy and pleasure for every day you are with one another," he said. There was a chorus of glasses clinking and everyone taking a sip. As Jesse sat down Jack stood up with a smile on his face.
"Okay, now this isn't really known to many people, but we played a little trick on Steve and Jennifer and we raided their pictures, so everyone please sit back and relax as we show you a little of their lives," Jack said. The lights got low and the pictures began, the first several were of their childhoods, growing up. Steve smiled as he saw pictures his dad had been watching once, him and his father playing games. Steve smiled as Jenny giggled when a picture of him with long hair was shown. Steve's favorite picture of Jenny was in there, as well as one of her dancing on her daddy's shoes. One of Steve before Vietnam, a picture of his mother and him dancing. More recent pictures of them together, recent pictures of Mark before he had left, the picture taken at Christmas.
The music came to an end as did the pictures she smiled at him as Steve wiped a tear away from his eyes.
"That was beautiful Jack," Jenny said as she gave him a hug.
"Thanks, but it was your sister's idea," he said smiling.
"Okay everyone, it's now time for the first dance of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Sloan," Jenny looked at Steve as grabbed her hand. Taking her out onto the floor he smiled.
A Whole New World By Peabo Bryson and Regina Bell Ooh I can show you the world Shining, shimmering, splendid Tell me, princess, now when did You last let your heart decide?
Jenny blushed as he took a microphone and softly began to sing to her, which she hadn't been expected. He held her close and smiled.
I can open your eyes Take you wonder by wonder Over, sideways and under On a magic carpet ride
A whole new world A new fantastic point of view No one to tell us no Or where to go Or say we're only dreaming
She smiled and took the mike this time, singing into it, he chuckled and held her as she continued to sing.
A whole new world A dazzling place I never knew But now from way up here It's crystal clear That now I'm in a whole new world with you
Unbelievable sights Indescribable feeling Soaring, tumbling, freewheeling Through an endless diamond sky
A whole new world (Don't you dare close your eyes) A hundred thousand things to see (Hold your breath - it gets better) I'm like a shooting star I've come so far I can't go back to where I used to be
A whole new world With new horizons to pursue I'll chase them anywhere There's time to spare Let me share this whole new world with you
Oh
A whole new world (A whole new world) A new fantastic point of view No one to tell us no Or where to go Or say we're only dreaming
A whole new world (Every turn a surprise) With new horizons to pursue (Every moment gets better) I'll chase them anywhere There's time to spare Any where There's time to spare Let me share this whole new world with you
A whole new world (A whole new world) That's where we'll be (Were we will be) A thrilling chase A wondrous place For you and me
Everyone clapped and cheered, surprised at how well they both sang together especially. Jenny smiled as she kissed her husband and part from him. She looked over at her father.
"Daddy, can I have this dance?" She asked. He nodded, while Steve spotted Cate.
"I know you're not my mother, but I would be honored if you let me have this dance...mom?" He said, causing her to smile.
"I would be honored, son," she whispered as the next song began.
Butterfly Kisses By Collin Raye There's two things I know for sure. She was sent here from heaven, and she is daddy's little girl. As I drop to my knees by her bed at night, she talks to Jesus and I close my eyes and I thank God for all of the joy in my life. oh but most of all..
..for butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer sticking little white flowers all up in her hair. -Walk beside the pony daddy, it's my first ride -I know the cake looks funny daddy, but I sure tried. Oh, with all that I've done wrong, I must have done something right to deserve a hug every morning and butterfly kisses at night..
Sweet sixteen today.. she's looking like her mama, a little more every day. One part woman, the other part girl.. To perfume and makeup from ribbons and curls. trying her wings out in great big world but i remember..
butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer sticking little white flowers all up in her hair.
You know how much I love you daddy, but if you don't mind I'm only gonna kiss you on the cheek this time. Oh, with all that I've done wrong, I must have done something right to deserve her hug every morning and butterfly kisses at night..
(choir: All the precious time)
Oh, like the wind the years go by
(choir: Precious butterfly, spread your wings and fly)
She'll change her name today she'll make a promise and I'll give her away. Standing in the bride room, just staring at her. She asks me what I'm thinking and I said I'm not sure I just feel like I'm loosing my baby girl
she leaned over....
Gave me butterfly kisses with her mama there, sticking little white flowers all up in her hair.
Walk me down the aisle daddy, it's almost time does my wedding gown look pretty daddy? Daddy don't cry
Oh, with all that I've done wrong, I must have done something right to deserve her love every morning and butterfly kisses..
I couldn't ask God for more, man this is what love is I know I got to let her go...but I'll always remember...
Every hug in the morning.. and butterfly kisses....
Jenny closed her eyes and leaned against her father as he held her tightly.
"I love you daddy," she whispered. He pulled her chin up and kissed her forehead.
"I love you too baby," he whispered touched her cheek. As the song came to an end she smiled as she saw Steve kissing her mother on the cheek in thanks. Jenny looked at Jesse and smiled.
"May I have this dance?" He asked quietly.
"Of course," he smiled and took her hand. Steve did the same with Amanda and smiled.
I will Be Here By Stephen Curtis Chapman Tomorrow morning if you wake up And the sun does not appear I, I will be here If in the dark we lose sight of love Hold my hand and have no fear 'Cause I, I will be here
I will be here When you feel like being quiet When you need to speak your mind I will listen And I will be here When the laughter turns to crying Through the winning, losing and trying We'll be together 'Cause I will be here
Tomorrow morning if you wake up And the future is unclear I, I will be here As sure as seasons are made for change Our lifetimes are made for these years So I, I will be here
I will be here And you can cry on my shoulder When the mirror tells us we're older I will hold you And I will be here To watch you grow in beauty And tell you all the things you mean to me I will be here
I will be true to the promise I have made To you and to the One who gave you to me
Just as sure as seasons are made for change Our lifetimes are made for these years So I, I will be here We'll be together I will be here
As the night wore on people continued to dance, Steve smiled for at one point the YMCA had come on and he had the pleasure of watching Jack dance with Mandie to the song. It was about one when everyone started heading home, Steve smiled and got into the limo with his wife and kissed her lips.
"Ready for the best vacation of your life?" He asked. She smiled and nodded. They would go home and sleep tonight and then tomorrow they would depart for Hawaii where they would spend a luxurious week in the sun.
"You bet I am," she whispered. Suddenly Steve gasped in pain.
"What?" She asked, worried.
"Nothing, my side hurts a little," he said.
"Steve, those aren't nerves unless your nervous about tonight, which I seriously doubt," she said.
"No, honey I'm fine," he whispered.
"I don't believe you."
"I'm fine," he lied.
"All right," she whispered. He nodded and soon they were on their way back to the beach house.
Jesse was waiting for something to happen in the ER early the next morning when suddenly he heard a page for him. He ran out into the ER and gasped as he saw Jenny crying and Steve on the stretcher pale white.
"My God, Jen what happened?!" Jesse asked as they rushed him into the Exam room.
"I don't know, he was complaining very little about his side hurting, he said it was nothing, I think his appendix burst," she whimpered. He looked at her.
"Christ, okay, call your mother, I'll page Jack, don't worry honey he's going to be fine," Jesse said as he hurried into the Exam room.
Jack rushed into the ER shortly after the commotion, and saw Jesse in the middle of surgery, "what in the world!?" He said.
"Steve's appendix burst, it's a mess, give me a hand, there's no time to lose," Jesse said loudly.
Outside Amanda, James and Kate were sitting beside Jenny, talking to her as she continued to twist her wedding ring around her finger.
"Nothing ever goes normal around here," Jenny whispered as Kate continued to hold her.
"Don't worry honey, he's going to be fine," Kate said.
"Jen?" Carol called, she looked worried about her brother.
"Carol," Jenny whispered as she hurried to her arms and hugged her.
"What's going on?" She asked.
"He's in v-fib!" Jack yelled as he grabbed the paddles, looking at the heart monitor he yelled clear.
"Charging 350," Jesse said.
"Clear!"
Jenny was sitting silently, unable to think about what was going on around her, she was so worried about her husband. Amanda had offered her coffee about an hour ago, but she had turned it down.
"Jen," a soft voice called, it was Jesse, she stood up and ran into his arms as he held her tightly.
"We've done all we can, it made a mess, we were lucky. There is a risk of infection, but we're pumping him full of fluids to make sure that doesn't happen, would you like to see him?" She nodded slowly and he smiled.
"Come on honey," he said as he led her to the ICU room, he was pale and hooked up to various wires. She went towards him and touched his brow.
"Seems like a few days ago we were here, you've got to hold on Steve, I need and love you. Don't worry about anything but getting better honey," she whispered as she kissed his cold lips.
Jenny spent the next few days by his side, he was showing signs of improvement, however Jesse was annoyed to see he was running a slight fever. Jenny refused to leave his side, while everyone waited coming in and out to see how he was doing. By the fifth day Steve's fever was gone and they put him in a step down unit.
Steve slowly opened his eyes and quickly closed them to fend off the bright lights, a groan emitting from his lips.
"Steve?" Jenny called. He slowly titled his head towards her and smiled softly.
"Some honeymoon," he whispered. She giggled lightly and kissed his cheek.
"You're the only thing that matter, however you do owe me big time on this one Mr. Sloan," she said. He smiled softly.
"Believe me, I intend of repaying you well," he whispered in response.
"I love you Steve," she whispered.
"I love you too," he replied.