Christmas had come and gone and it was finally January. Katey stood in front of a tall mirror in the backroom of the church. She wore a thin white gown that hung straight to her ankles. She didn't find it proper to wear a real wedding gown since this was her second wedding. Instead, she chose a simple white dress with elegant beads. Atop her shoulder-length blonde curls, a crown of white roses adorned Katey's head. A thin white veil was attached to the back, and it hung down her back. She turned to Susie and smiled. "This is the day I've waited all my life for. When I can share my life with my true love… Javier."
Susie smiled back. "Katey, you look beautiful." Susie stood up and straightened her pink dress. Jen walked in wearing a matching dress and hugged her mom. "Mom, you look so pretty."
"You look gorgeous too, Sweetheart." Katey beamed. "Is everything ready?"
"Yep, we're just waiting on you two." Jen, Susie, and Katey left the room and headed into the chapel.
The wedding went through as planned. It was a beautiful ceremony. All of the children had some part. They were all surprising well behaved. After the ceremony, the wedding guests headed over to Riverton's, a small hall for the reception. Katey introduced Javier to all of her aunts and uncles. Her cousins also seemed pleased to meet such a nice young man. They all loved Javier's kids too, especially Javi.
"I'd like to say something," Jen stated loudly, standing on a chair. She picked up a champagne glass full of water and raised it high above her head. The room silenced as she flicked her long, dark brown braid off her shoulder. Tomas walked up beside her. He had grown so much that he was almost as tall as Jen standing on the chair. "Tomas and I would like to ask something of our new parents."
"We have thought about this and have decided that we are mature enough to make this decision," Tomas said with confidence.
"Javier," Jen began, taking a deep breath, "Will you adopt me?"
Before Javier could get a word out, Tomas asked his question. "Katey, will you adopt me?"
Katey and Javier looked at each other. They smiled and stood up. Katey walked over and gave Tomas a big hug. "Of course, Tomas. I will adopt you."
Tomas smiled. "I love you, Mom."
"I love you too, Son."
The wedding guests smiled and applauded. Jen looked eagerly at Javier. "Well?"
Javier lifted Jen off the chair and placed her on the ground. He knelt down in front of her and placed his hands on her shoulders. "Sí, mi hija. Le adoptaré y te quiero."
Since Tomas had been teaching Jen Spanish, she was almost certain that Javier said yes and that he loves her. She immediately threw her arms around his neck and he stood up, holding her close.
Everyone at the wedding was not only happy for the children, but struck by such maturity. Everyone had an awesome time at the wedding.
Epilogue:
The next day, the new family spent the entire day at the park having fun. They had a lovely time. Over the next few months, they were able to move into a nice house that was adequate for their current children, and the one on the way.
In late October, Katey and Javier welcomed their newest child, a little girl. They named her Maria. She had Katey's striking blue eyes and Javier's dark hair and skin. She was truly a beautiful baby.
Following in their big sister's footsteps, Miles, Sam, and Kerri began to call Javier dad. They hadn't known Robb that well, so the change wasn't hard for them. Javier's kids also began calling Katey Mom. They didn't mind since Rosa was never that nice to them in the first place.
Katey and Javier were really happy. They had been dreaming of this life ever since they met in Cuba. It took over 15 years and so many obstacles to get there, but they decided it was well worth it.
A/N: How's that for an ending? Hope y'all liked it. Review please!!! Thanks for reading.