Chapter 12

8 Months later…

It had been a long eight months since John went into rehab for his drug addiction and he was making great process. He and Kate had kept in touch by writing letters, but even than they were short and sweet. Not wanting to write to much or else one or both of them might get up set. Phoenix had drawn pictures for her dad, which he had posted in his room. Neither John nor Kate knew how much longer it was going to be, John wasn't able to tell Kate because he didn't know and even if he did, he wasn't sure that he would tell her, wanting it to be a surprise.

Our love is unconditional, we knew it from the start.
I see it in your eyes, you can feel it from my heart.
From here on after let's stay the way we are right now,
And share all the love and laughter that a lifetime will allow.

'My Dearest Kate,

I can't explain how much I miss you and our daughter. I know that I've said it lots of times but this time it's harder. As much as I hate being here, it was for the best, because if you hadn't had gotten me help, our daughter just might have grown up without a father. Katie Girl, I just wanted you to know how much I do love you, and how much your love means to me. I can't wait for the day that I'll be able to hold you in my arms again, to kiss you, to laugh with you, to make love you to again. I want to be home with you and Phoenix. Each and every day I think of all the good times that we've had, and that's what keeps me going each and everyday. That and the love and support that I've gotten is incredible. I love you so much Katie Girl, and tell Phoenix that I love her too, and everyone else.

Yours and Yours only, John'

I cross my heart and promise to
Give all I've got to give to make all your dreams come true.
In all the world you'll never find a love as true as mine.

Flashback…

Opening the box, there was a diamond ring. "Katherine Roberts, I love you with all of my heart, your the mother of my child and the love of my life. I want to spend the rest of my life with you...so...will you do me the honor in becoming my wife?" asked John. Kate looked down at John with tears in her eyes.

Opening the mail, Kate saw that she had gotten another letter from John. Taking a seat on the couch, she began to read it. Tears were forming in her eyes. 'Oh John I love you so much.' Grabbing a pen and piece of paper, Kate began to write back.

You will always be the miracle that makes my life complete,
And as long as there's a breath in me, I'll make yours just as sweet.
As we look into the future, it's as far as we can see,
So let's make each tomorrow be the best that it can be.

'Dear John

I can't believe that it's been eight months since I've seen you. That's a long time to go without seeing the love of your live, but if it brings you home sooner than it's worth the wait. I too have been thinking a lot about our happy times, but sometimes they make me sad because they make me realize that their all I got left of you, until you come home. Phoenix misses you terribly, she's always asking when your coming home and it hurts me because I can't tell her. I love you so much John, and all I want is for you to get better so that you can come home and we can be a family again. I want to hold you in my arms, cuddle with you in bed, I want to kiss you. Oh John, please come home soon, I don't know how much longer I can do this without you….I need you.

Love, Katie Girl'

FLASHBACK... "I love you John" mouthed Kate as she took John's hand in hers. "I now can pronounce you man and wife, ladies and gentlemen, it is my honor to give you Mr. and Mrs. John Black." yelled the priest as cheering and clapping began. "You may now kiss the bride". With hearing that John pulled Kate into a long passionate kiss.

I cross my heart and promise to
Give all I've got to give to make all your dreams come true.
In all the world you'll never find a love as true as mine.

Putting the letter in the mail box, Kate felt a sadness come over her. 'God, please bring my husband home soon', she whispered. Walking back into the house, Kate took a seat on the couch and began to sob, but soon fell asleep.

"Mr. Black, may I talk to you for a second", the man asked as he delivered another letter to John. "Sure…what's wrong?" he asked. Smiling the man shook his head, "Nothing actually. I just wanted you to know that everything is good, your recovery was better than expected. I don't see why you shouldn't be able to go home soon." John was filled with excitement as he extended his hand and shook the man's hand. "Thank you, so much". Smiling the man walked out of John's room. John took a seat on his bed, excited he began reading Kate's letter.

And if along the way we find a day it starts to storm,
You've got the promise of my love to keep you warm.
In all the world you'll never find a love as true as mine,
A love as true as mine.