The Same Night Except A Day Later For Those Who Live At The

Campbell Residence In

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

It was midnight, and Milo was worn out, but he couldn't bring himself to go up to bed. Without Andy, he didn't feel complete, and sleeping wasn't the same when he couldn't do it with her in his arms. He went into Andy's study and checked his e-mail. He smiled when he saw an e-mail from Andy. As he read it, he had to wipe away a few tears. He missed her.

"To:

From:

My love – I miss you terribly. Now I know how you must have felt when I was gone…except I'm sure your experience was much worse – thinking that I was dead. But I must admit that I'm scared for you. I don't know what you're doing out there in the middle of a desert…and it hurts me that I can't be there to protect you. I'm glad you've made a friend though. At least I know you aren't out there alone. Is she from Philly as well? It's good that you'll have someone to talk to. Do you know when they'll send you out into battle? I pray everyday that they don't…but I know that it's not very probable. So you must promise me that you'll stay as safe as possible. I put the boys to bed a few hours ago. They went down okay, but they asked me to read them an extra story, and of course I was glad to do so. They are such bright, intelligent, and loving boys. I can't thank you enough for raising my sons Andy. I just wish I could have been here when they were born. But I thank God every day that I could come back. I'm so lucky Andy. The girls are starting exams , so I want to make sure they are wide awake and have an extra good breakfast. School's going to be out in 8 days, and they are excited. Well…if I can't have you in my arms tonight, I guess I'll settle for hugging your pillow instead. I love you so much Andy, never forget that. Well, good night my love. I'm sending a kiss to you through the stars, so reach up and catch it – but make sure you return it.

All my love – Milo"

Milo rubbed his hands over his face, realizing how sleepy he was. He turned the computer off, and headed upstairs to Andy's room. He closed the door behind him, stripped down to his boxers, and slid into her bed. He lay his head on her pillow, and inhaled her light scent from the pillow. He closed his eyes, and allowed that soft, gentle scent to lull him to sleep.

Technically The Day Before

But The Same Time

Just A Different Time Zone

Army Training Camp

Fallujah, Iraq

Andy jolted out of her sleep, and sat up with a start. She rubbed her eyes before standing up to go get some fresh air. She walked outside of the barracks, and stood alone looking at the night sky.

She yawned, and searched the sky with her eyes. Suddenly, she saw a small, but very bright star twinkle and sparkle for a second, catching her eye. She smiled, raised a hand to her lips, and blew a kiss into the night air. She had returned Milo's kiss.

She stretched, cast one last, longing look at the sky before returning to bed. She fell asleep with a smile on her face – for she was thinking of Milo.

Technically The Day After

But The Same Time

Just A Different Time Zone

Campbell Household

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Milo stirred in his sleep, and smiled. He was dreaming of Andy. She was laying next to him in bed, with her arms wrapped around him comfortingly. She pressed a gentle kiss on his lips, before whispering, "I love you," softly in his ear.

And while they slept, Milo and Andy both heard the same thing in their dreams, coming from the lips of one another: "Love transcends all boundaries. It bends all rules, and wins all battles. Love conquers all; sin and sorrow, sadness and evil doings. Love withstands the tests; it lasts forever. Love is stronger than any man or thing. Love is all-powerful and all knowing. Love is pure, love is true. Love is innocent, love is faithful. Love is mighty, love is bold. Love is for forever, love is gentle. Love is kind, love is not boastful. Love is compassionate, love is intimate. Love is comfortable, love is understanding. Love is being able to know what each other is thinking without having to say a word. Love is what we have."

Sorry that this chapter was so short, but I was in kind of a mellow mood tonight, and I really just wanted to write a short, but sweet piece. It was kind of sappy, I know, but it's lovely.