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Summary: This may be out of order in whatever way, but hey, its my story, I get to decide how it goes. ;-) Sorry if it takes a while for me to get it posted, but I've been writing it in whatever time I get between classes and stuff and I'm laptop less so its all scribbled down on paper and I've actually gotta find time to type it all up. But hopefully I'll find enough time somewhere. ) Also, I've decided to make it easier on people to let me know what they think, and give me more ideas of what to write. If you would like, I can be reached via email or Yahoo! messenger at or via AOL instant messenger as PrincessSpzMnky . Feel free to drop me a line if you'd like. ) Happy Reading! )
Hey Everybody! I am so sorry it has been so long since I last updated, but unfortunately I have been extremely busy. Life is just completely crazy right now. My goodness, I had no idea how hard it is to go to be a full-time student, work full-time at one job, and then part-time at another. IT'S HARD!!!!!!!!!!!!!! GEEZ!!!!!!!!! LOL ;-) Anyway, I hope everybody has a great Thanksgiving! ) Hopefully I'll be getting some more time to update really soon, but if not, I promise to try to get something out over Christmas vacation. Just please, bear with me. I'm really trying. Unfortunately for me, one of my jobs is working retail, so my suggestion, STAY AWAY FROM THE MALL ON THE WEEKENDS!!!!!!!!!!! I am not even kidding, its sooooooooooo BUSY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Anyway, I hope you enjoy this new chapter and I promise to try really hard to get more up soon (I just have to finish getting college apps in so I can graduate and transfer schools in the next few months). ) Happy Thanksgiving and if I don't get anything up in the next few weeks, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas & all the best for the rapidly approaching new year! )
Dreams Of Gold
One Year Older
Mariah's Birthday
"So you really didn't mind having an SUV then?" Aisha asked as she helped Kimberly set up for Mariah's party.
"No, not really. It sucks gas, but it could be worse. The escalade and Yukons suck a lot more gas than the 4-Runner. And I love all the options we got."
"And ita easier with Mariah."
"Yes it is! Plus I can actually haul a lot more than I could with the convertible."
"Do you miss your little car?"
"More than anything! I loved that car! But I understand Tommy's concerns. And I saw the pictures from the accident, so I'm glad we got a bigger car. But Tommy still has the souped up BMW, so I can always borrow it when I get sick of the big car."
"That's always good. We're all just glad you're ok. We were scared to death after we heard about your accident!"
"I remember when Tommy was in the hospital after a fight with Goldar. I was scared out of my mind! I don't know how he stayed so cool while I was hurt."
"Cool? Are you kidding me? Tommy was the biggest basket case of us all!"
"Tommy? My Tommy?" Kimberly asked confused. "Are you sure?"
"He's the only Tommy that we know!"
"He really lost his mind over me?"
"I always have!" Tommy said joining the girls decorating the livingroom."
"Hey Sweetie, did you pick up the cake?" Kimberly asked as she handed Tommy a balloon.
"Its in the fridge. Need any help?"
"You can hang those balloons up for us."
"Anything else?"
"I think that's it, we're almost done."
"Ok, where would you like them?"
"Anywhere you'd like. How did your karate classes go this morning?"
"They went good! I think the kids are almost ready for the match next month."
"That's always good!" Aisha smiled.
"Its going to be great!"
"Honey, what time is AnneMarie going to be done with her dance classes?" Kimberly asked.
"David is going to pick her up on his way over."
"Oh excellent! Then you can stick around here and help out some more before the party!"
"That's the plan!"
"I hope it stops raining soon. I really wanted to have this party outside." Kimberly said as she looked out he window.
"I'm not sure what the weather has planned, but it doesn't look like the rain is going to let up any time soon." Aisha told her.
"Well, so much for a luau in April!" Kimberly whined.
"Oh come on Kim, its not that bad." Tommy told her. "It'll be a great party."
"I know, I just wish it wasn't raining."
"Kim, did you find the tape of Mariah crawling?"
"Its in the cabinet under the TV."
"Oh good! My Uncle John and Aunt Linda are dying to see it.!" Tommy told her.
"Honey, is Sam coming with David?"
"He should be. Why do you ask?"
"No reason, I was just wondering."
"Ok." Tommy said as the doorbell rang. "I'll go grab that."
"Ok, I'm going to go get Mariah up from her nap."
"Would you like some help?" Aisha asked.
"If you'd like." Kimberly answered as she headed for the stairs.
"Hey John! Hey Linda!" Tommy said cheerfully as he opened the door. "Come on in!"
"Hey Tom! How are you doing?" John asked.
"I'm great! How are you guys?"
"We're doing good!" Linda answered as she removed her coat. "Where's the birthday girl?"
"She's upstairs. Kimberly just went to get her up from her nap."
"How's Kimberly doing?" John asked.
"She's doing a lot better! Her broken leg is all better, and her memory is back. But her knee is still a little messed up."
"Is she doing physical therapy?"
"Yep! Three times a week!"
"That's good. She'll be back to normal soon."
"Every day is a new day!" Tommy said with a smile. "Come on in, I'll take your coats."
"Thank you Honey!" Linda said as Tommy took her coat and hung it in the closet. "You're looking awfully good these days!"
"Thank you! I try to keep in shape as much as I can. Teaching karate helps."
"How's school going?" John asked.
"Its great! I actually finally decided on a major."
"Really? That's great!" Linda told him. "What major?"
"Actually Paleontology. I realized that I really like science, and I decided that when I get out of school, I want to teach.
"Tommy, that's great Sweetie! We're so proud of you!"
"Linda is right, that's great Tom!" John agreed.
"Thanks guys, I appreciate all the support." Tommy told them.
"What did Kimberly say about it?" John asked.
"She's happy about it. Kimberly is the most supportive person I've ever known." Tommy answered, leading his aunt and uncle into the living room.
"So, Paleontology Tommy, that's an interesting major to choose." John said as he took a seat next to his wife on the couch. "What made you decide on that one?"
"I'm not sure actually. I've just really been enjoying my paleontology class, and I love helping AnneMarie through her science classes. Its kind of weird, but I like it."
"Well I think it's a good major Tommy!" Linda told him.
"Thank you! You know what, I think I'm going to light a fire." Tommy said as he moved toward the fireplace.
"Tom, how is your brother?" John asked him.
"David is doing pretty good. He's been teaching some of my classes at the dojo and spending the rest of him time on the reservation with his father."
"How's his Leukemia been lately?"
"Non existent, thank goodness!"
"That's great news! We're so happy to hear that!" Linda smiled as Tommy placed a few logs in the fireplace, before carefully lighting them.
"It's a relief, that's for sure! Hopefully its gone for good this time."
"Hey Tommy! Uncle John, Aunt Linda!" AnneMarie said excitedly as she entered the living room.
"AnneMarie! Hi Sweetie! You look so grown up!" Linda said hugging her.
"Thank you! I didn't know you guys were coming! I've missed you so much!"
"We've missed you too!" John said hugging his niece. "Its been a long time, how are you Kiddo?"
"I'm great! Just keeping really busy with school, karate, and dance classes."
"Sounds exhausting!" Linda told her.
"It is! But I enjoy it."
"That's good! You're so talented Honey! Just like your brothers!"
"Hey David! Sam, its nice to see you again!" John said a the two men joined the group.
"Hey John, Linda! Its good to see you!" David said happily.
"John, Linda, hello!" Sam said with a friendly smile. "It is great to see you again!"
"Sam, I'll go get you some water." AnneMarie told him. "Would anybody else like something to drink?"
"No thanks Honey, I'm ok." Linda told her.
"Me too." John agreed.
"Tommy, David?"
"No thanks, I'm fine." David told her.
"I'll get something later on." Tommy answered.
"Ok, I'll be right back with your water Sam." AnneMarie said as she turned and headed out of the room.
"Hey Everybody!" Kimberly said a few minutes later, as she carried Mariah into the living room.
"There's the birthday girl!" Sam said with a warm smile. "Happy Birthday Little One!"
"Hey Sam! I'm so glad you could make it!" Kimberly told him. "Mariah, look who's here! Can you say hi to everybody?" Mariah just laid her head on Kimberly's shoulder, and sucked on her pacifier.
"Mariah Maylene, can Papa Sam have a smile?" Sam asked, gently kissing the little girl on the cheek.
"Kimberly, you're looking wonderful!" Linda told her.
"Thank you Linda! I'm feeling pretty good! You look great yourself! I love your sweater!"
"You mean your sweater!" Linda said with a gentle laugh. "I saw it in the store a couple months ago, and just had to have it!"
"That color looks wonderful on you!"
"Thank you Honey!"
"You all remember my partner Aisha, right?" Kimberly asked.
"We sure do! Hello Aisha, its nice to see you again!" John told her.
"Its good to see you guys too!"
"Hey Mariah, check it out!" AnneMarie said stepping up next to Kimberly. "We should go see Uncle David, he's got long hair for you to pull!"
"I think she's still pretty tired AnneMarie. Her really mean Mom had the audacity to wake her up from a nap." Kimberly told her.
"What a mean Mommy you have Princess! I'm sorry Sweetie, come see Daddy. I'll make it all better." Tommy said trying to take Mariah from Kimberly. Mariah latched tightly onto Kimberly's sweater, and turned her head away from the family. "Mariah, come see Daddy, you silly girl!" Tommy said as he carefully pried her hand away from Kimberly's sweater and lifted his daughter out of Kimberly's arms.
"Thanks Honey." Kimberly said as the doorbell rang again. "I'll go get that. Everybody, make yourselves at home."
"I'm going to go change. I'll be back in a few minutes." AnneMarie said as everyone found a seat in the livingroom, and began talking amongst themselves.
"Leslie! Oh my gosh! Hi, its been so long!" Kimberly said opening the door.
"Hi Kimberly! Its good to see you again!"
"How are you? Come in, come in!"
"I'm fabulous! I love your hair!"
"Thank you! You look great Kim, you really do ! I hope you don't mind my being here, David told me you had a little girl and I could drop by with a birthday gift."
"Oh no, not at all! I'm so glad you're here! I had no idea you and David were talking again! Come on in, everyone is in the living room."
"Thanks Kim, I just don't want to intrude on your party."
"Nonsense! You're family! Come on." Kimberly said leading Leslie into the living room. "Hey Everyone, look who's here!"
"Leslie! Its so great to see you again!" Tommy told her.
"Hey Tommy! Its good to see you! That must be the little Birthday Girl! Hi Sweetie! Happy Birthday!"
"Yes she is! This is Mariah Maylene." Tommy said proudly.
"She is absolutely beautiful! You all must be so proud!"
"Thank you!" Kimberly told her. "We are very proud! How have you been? Its been so long!"
"I've been doing pretty good! I got my real estate license last year, so now I'm busy selling houses all over the place."
"Oh excellent! That's great! Congratulations!"
"Thank you!" Leslie said with a bright smile as David approached her.
"Leslie, I'm glad you came." he said giving her a warm smile.
"I promised I'd stop by, so here I am!" Leslie said giving him a hug. "Thanks for inviting me."
"You're welcome." David said kissing her cheek as he slowly let go.
"Hey Everyone!" another voice said, joining the group.
"Hey Jase!" Aisha said from the couch.
"Happy Birthday Baby Girl!" Jason said kissing Mariah's cheek as he stepped past Tommy.
"Hey Jase! I'm glad you made it!" Kimberly said hugging him tight.
"Hey Kim! How are you doing?"
"A lot better, thank you."
"Good, I'm glad!" he said as the doorbell rang again.
"Come on in!" Kimberly called as the door opened to reveal Tommy's parents.
"Hey Everyone!" Christine said happily, carrying an armload of presents into the house.
"Mom, you had better not have any more presents than that!" Tommy told her. "I'm not buying my one year old a house to hold all her stuff!"
"Oh relax Tommy! Let me spoil my Granddaughter on her birthday!" Christine told him. "Oh my goodness, Leslie! I'm so happy to see you!"
"Hey Christine! How are you?"
"I'm wonderful! How are you Dear?"
"I'm great!"
"You look great! Come give me a hug, I haven't seen you in forever!"
"Is that my little Munchkin?" Daniel asked, stepping up next to Tommy, and tickling his Granddaughter. "Happy Birthday little one!"
"Knock Knock! Room for two more?" another voice asked from behind the group.
"Oh my gosh!!! Dad, Kenny!!!" Kimberly cheered, throwing her arms around her older brother. "I'm so glad you two are here, I've missed you so much!"
"Hey Kim! I've missed you too!" Kenny told her, hugging her tight. "You look great baby sister!"
"Thank you! I had no idea you were even in town! What are you doing here?!?"
"I found him on board the Constellation down in San Diego, so I thought you might like to see him." Mr. Hart said as he hugged his daughter.
"Hi Daddy! I'm glad you're here too! Thank you for bringing Kenny home!"
"You're welcome Sweetheart. How are you doing? I'm sorry I couldn't be here after your accident Honey, its just been one long business trip after another. I'm so glad you're ok!"
"Thank Daddy. I'm just glad you're here now."
"Kenny, when did you get back?" Jason asked.
"Last week. I'm really glad to be on dry land again."
"Where were you deployed to?" Aisha asked.
"Japan and Guam." Kenny answered. "And in another couple months I'm leaving for a three year tour of Europe before I'm getting out."
"Oh geez, that's a long tour!" Christine told him.
"Yeah, but when I get back, I'm out of the navy for good!"
"That's always exciting!" Leslie said with a friendly smile. "Welcome home!"
"Thank you! I'm glad to be back!"
"Hey Mariah, come say hi to Grandpa and Uncle Kenny!" Mr. Hart said as he stepped closer to Tommy. "We haven't seen you since the day you were born!"
"Princess, go see Grandpa!" Tommy said as he started to hand his daughter over.
"Dada!" Mariah protested, holding onto Tommy as tight as she could.
"She's being clingy today." Kimberly explained. "I was a mean mom and woke her up from her nap."
"You sure have a mean mean Mommy!" Kenny said laughing as Mariah buried her face in Tommy's shoulder. "But you know, if you come see Uncle Kenny and Grandpa, we'll give you presents!"
"Kenny, I don't think bribes work on her yet." Kimberly told him. "Mariah is still a little young for that. She's usually clingy for either me or Tommy and if we're not around, she wants AnneMarie."
"But she's a Daddy's girl anyway." Tommy added.
"Yes she is!" AnneMarie agree, rejoining the group. "Mariah, will you come see me?"
"Dada!" Mariah protested again.
"I think she's defiantly being clingy today!" Tommy said laughing.
"Come on in." Kimberly called again as the doorbell rang.
"Hey you guys! Is there room for a few more?" Tanya asked as she headed into the livingroom with Kat, Rocky and Adam behind her.
"Hey guys!" Tommy said turning to face his friends. "Long time, no see!"
"Hey Tommy!" Kat said giving him a friendly hug. "Look at that adorable little girl! She looks just like you!"
"Kat! I had no idea you were in town! When did you get back?" Tommy asked surprised.
"Yesterday actually! Tanya flew in for a show next week, and convinced me to meet her here."
"Really? Wow! I knew Rocky was coming over today but I'm really surprised to see the rest of you!"
"Sorry, I hope you don't mind." Rocky told him. "I just had to drag the old crew along."
"No, its great!" Kimberly told him. "Its great to see you all again."
"Tommy, your little girl is so adorable!" Kat told him. "She looks exactly like you!"
"Really? I think she looks a lot more like Kim than she does me."
"She looks a lot like you."
"Well thank you! I appreciate that!"
"Tommy, what in the world have you done?!?" Rocky said sarcastically as he joined the girls in oogling over the baby.
"Hey there, I'm a great parent!" Tommy told him.
"Yeah, until you forget your daughter's birthday!"
"Gee, thanks Rocko!"
"She's so cute Tommy!" Tanya told him.
"Thank you Tanya! You're so kind!"
"I know! Oh my gosh! Is that Aisha over there?!?"
"Yes it is!"
"Oh my gosh! I haven't seen her in forever! Aisha!" Tanya said hurrying over to her old friend.
"Oh My Gosh!!!" Aisha squealed, throwing her arms around Tanya. "Tanya, its been so long!!! What in the world are you doing here Girl!?!"
"Rocky said he was dropping by Tommy's for a party and made me come. What are you doing here?"
"I work with Kimberly at Hart of Hearts, here in Angel Grove. We're partners. I had no idea you were in town! Last I heard you were off touring Europe or something."
"Yeah, I've only been back here twice since high school. But I'm here for a week. Its so great to see you!"
"You too! You look absolutely amazing!"
"Thank you! So do you!"
"Tanya, how are your parents?"
"They're fabulous! I'm actually going to visit them in two weeks. I've got a promotional tour to finish right now My Mom and Dad are going to fly in for the concert next Friday, then I'm going back to Africa with them for a couple months. I wanted to volunteer at a summer camp for under privileged children for a while, and my agent thought it was a great idea. So as soon as my tour is over, I'm heading home."
"That's awesome Tanya! I'm so proud of you!"
"Thank you! Oh my gosh Aisha, you guys all have to come to my show next week. Its going to be so great!"
"When is it?"
"Its Friday night at the Universal Amphitheater in Hollywood."
"Sounds awesome! I'll defiantly check my schedule."
"Everybody needs to come, I'll et all the passes so you can get back stage."
"Excellent! We'll be there! Infact, I've gotta talk to Kimberly about this, but I think I've got the perfect outfit for you."
"Really? That's great! I'll tell my stylist to take the week off then. Thank you so much!"
"Uh huh! Don't even mention it! Its what friends are for!"
"Hey Jase, where's Zack?" Kimberly asked a few minutes later.
"He should be here soon. He had a show in LA this morning, but it was supposed to be out by one. Zack said he would head straight here when he was done."
"What show is he doing right now?" Tommy asked.
"He's doing the new Mel Brooks musical; The Producers."
"At the Pantages Theater?" Kimberly asked.
"That's the one!"
"Oh my gosh! Tommy got me tickets for my birthday! I had no idea Zack was in it!"
"Well surprise I guess!" Jason laughed. "He's going to be in town for a while. After the LA run, they're moving to San Diego for three weeks, before heading back to New York."
"We'll defiantly have to do something then." Tommy told them. "I haven't seen Zack in forever!"
"You haven't seen anyone in forever Bro!" Jason joked as the doorbell rang again.
"I'll get it. Excuse me." Kimberly said, then quickly headed out of the room.
"Hey, Someone call for a stripper?" the voice at the door asked after Kimberly had opened it.
"Zack! Its great to see you!" Kimberly said hugging him tight.
"Its great to see you too Kim! You're looking great these days!"
"Thank you Zack! You always were the charmer!"
"Well, you did marry the wrong little boy You could have had a man, you k now!"
"I know, but he's just so hot, I had to take him off the market before someone else got the chance to! And he makes beautiful babies! Have you seen my daughter?!?"
"No, I haven't! May I?"
"Of course! Come on in!" Kimberly said leading him through the house, and into the livingroom.
"Zackman!" Tommy said happily. "Hey Bro, how are ya?"
"I'm great! I heard you have a hot little girl that I've gotta check out! Where is she?"
"She's right here, this is Mariah Maylene."
"She's gorgeous! Looks exactly like her mother!"
"Lucky Duck!" Jason commented from behind him.
"My sentiments exactly!" Zack agreed. "Kid defiantly got a lucky break!"
"Yeah, she could have come out looking like this ugly guy!" David said, throwing his arm over Tommy's shoulder.
"Haha! David look in the mirror! We can pass for twins you knucklehead!" Tommy reminded him.
"Whatever. You know I'm still the better brother! Even AnneMarie agrees, don't ya Sis?"
"Depends on how much cash you're dishin' out!" AnneMarie said as she walked by the group.
"Ouch!" Zack said pretending to have been stabbed in the chest with a stake.
"Zack, how are you?" Jason asked.
"I'm smokin'! Had a totally fabulous show today! It was awesome!"
"How's the run going?"
"Its incredibly! Totally different from being on Broadway, yet just as great! You've gotta come to the show guys!"
"Tommy got me tickets for my birthday." Kimberly told him. "But they're not for any time soon. He got them for the middle of June."
"Well, what are you all doing tomorrow? I have 20 tickets to shell out."
"You're serious?"
"Aren't I always?"
"No."
"Yes, of course I'm serious! Well, except for Tommy, cause he stole you away from me . . . . ."
"Gee, thanks Zack! I can sure feel the love here!" Tommy said laughing. "But you know, that's ok! My daughter loves me, and hates all of you, so I think we'll go have our own little party without you guys!"
"Tommy, give me my daughter!" Kimberly laughed as Tommy turned to leave.
"She won't go to you Kim, she wants 'Dada', remember?"
"But she loves her Mommy, huh Mariah! You wanna come see Mommy?" Kimberly asked, holding her arms out toward their daughter. Mariah just turned her face away and held tighter to Tommy's shirt.
"See! I told you so!" Tommy laughed, as Kimberly frowned and pretended to act hurt.
"So Kim, I heard about your big accident. How did your car hold up?" Zack asked.
"It crumbled!" Tommy answered for her.
"Tommy made me get an SUV." Kimberly pouted.
"Hey, whatever keeps you safe, right?"
"Yeah, I guess. The 4-Runner is nice, but I still miss my little convertible."
"Well I'm really glad you're safe. I called Jason like every 15 minutes, to see how you were doing."
"Thanks Zack, that's sweet. I'm doing a lot better. I'm all better, except my knee. I still have a lot of physical therapy to get through, but I'm getting there."
"Just give it time Kim. Things will be better soon."
"I know. But you know me and waiting; we don't exactly get long."
"Hey everyone! Room for one more?" a voice asked from behind them.
"Mom!!!" Kimberly squealed, spinning around. "What are you doing here?!?"
"You don't' think I would miss my only Granddaughter's birthday, do you?"
"Well no, but you were just here a few weeks ago, so I thought for sure you'd be too busy to come . . ."
"Nonsense! I'm never too busy for my little girl! How are you feeling Sweetie?"
"I'm doing a lot better! I'm so glad you're here!"
"Mom!" Kenny said joining the group.
"Kenny! Hi Honey! I didn't know you would be here! When did you get back?" Darlene asked.
"My ship came into port last week. I had no clue you were going to be here today."
"That makes two of you!" Darlene said laughing. "I left a message at Kimberly's office lest week.
"Yeah, but you said you were going to try to come, I never heard you were coming for sure though." Kimberly told her.
"Well I wanted to surprise you, so I guess I succeeded!"
"You sure did!" Kimberly told her. "Thanks for coming Mom, I'm so glad you're here!"
"Me too, I missed you Mom!" Kenny told her.
"I missed you too Sweetie, welcome back to dry land. Well, sort of . . ."
"Yeah really. Its been raining all day!" Kimberly told them.
"Mariah, Sweetie, Happy Birthday!" Darlene said, gently rubbing her granddaughter's back.
"She's been a little clingy today." Tommy explained. "She's pretending to be a Daddy's girl."
"That's ok. She was Grandma's girl a few weeks ago, weren't you Sweetie? Grandma loves her little girl!"
"Darlene, welcome back! How are you?" Christine asked as she approached the quickly growing group.
"I'm great! How are you Christine?"
"Just wonderful! It's great to see you again!"
A few hours later, Tommy sat in his recliner with Mariah drinking a bottle on his lap, as everyone around them chatted.
"Ok, I know a little girl who needs some presents before she falls asleep." Christine said, glancing over at her son.
"Probably a good idea." Kimberly agreed. "Mariah, why don't you come see Mommy." Mariah willingly went to Kimberly, and laid her head on Kimberly's shoulder.
"Kim, stay here, I need a picture." Darlene said as Kimberly started to move away from Tommy.
"Scoot over Honey." Kimberly said, turning back to her husband.
"You can sit on my lap." Tommy offered.
"Ok, but this was your idea!" Kimberly told him, as she sat down.
"Mariah, smile for Grandma!"
"She's pretty tired Mom." Kimberly said as Mariah snuggled into her chest. Darlene snapped a picture, then Aisha handed Kimberly a present for Mariah to open. "Mariah, look! You have a present from Uncle David!" Kimberly told her.
"Wait, Kim, that might explode!" Tommy said jokingly.
"Haha!" David laughed.
"Look Sweetie! Uncle David got you a dolly!" Kimberly said enthusiastically as she unwrapped the present. "Thank you Uncle David!" Mariah looked at the box in Kimberly's hands, then up at Kimberly. "Uncle David, will you open the dolly for her?" Kimberly asked, holding the present out for David, as Aisha handed her another present. "Uh oh! This one is from Rocky. I'm not sure I should be opening it . . ."
"I picked it out. It's safe." Tanya assured her.
"Oh good! Thanks Tanya!" Kimberly said as she began to tear away the wrapping paper. "Oh how cute! Rocky got you a cute little dress! Great choice Tanya!"
"I have the receipt if it doesn't fit. Feel free to take it back." Tanya told her.
"It's a 12 month, so it should fit her very soon. Thanks you guys, I love it!"
"I even got a matching one for Rocky!" Tanya joked.
"Oh perfect! Guess who gets to babysit! You can even match!" Adam said, playfully slugging his friend.
"Nice guys, nice . . ." Kat laughed.
"Thanks Rocky! And great job taking Tanya with you!" Kimberly told him.
"And this one is from Uncle John and Aunt Linda." AnneMarie said handing Kimberly the next present.
"The smaller one is actually for you and Tommy." Linda said as Kimberly began to open the present.
"Cool! A digital camera! Thanks guys!" Kimberly said excitedly.
"Now you have no excuse to not send us pictures." John told them.
"Man, no wonder I never replaced the old camera." Tommy joked.
"And a scrapbook, thanks guys! I love it!" Kimberly told them.
"Christine and I started the scrapbook for you, I hope you like it."
"Thank you!" Kimberly said opening the book. "Oh my gosh! This is awesome! Thank you so much!"
"Don't thank me, thank Christine. She's the one who provided all the pictures." Linda told her.
"Yeah, after Tommy accidentally broke his digital camera." Christine added.
"Actually, its my fault. It was kind of crushed in the accident. Tommy just never got around to replacing it. But heck, we just finally replaced the car!" Kimberly told them.
"That's ok Sweetie." Christine told her. "You've got a new one now, and it's better than the old one."
"Yes it is! Thank you so much for buying it for us!" Tommy said as he checked out the new camera.
"You guys are very welcome!" John told them.
"And Kimberly, if you'd like, I'll continue putting the scrapbook together for you. I know you don't have a lot of free time." Linda offered.
"Really? That would be great! Thank you so much Linda!"
"It's my pleasure! It gives me something to do while we're on the road."
"Yeah, I know what that's like!" Kimberly agreed as she was handed the next present.
To Be Continued . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .