A/N: Time warp ahead…..
Kathy POV
Two Months Later
Damn….I look good in this dress. Glad I bought it., with a little help from my girls. Somehow, I almost look….younger, maybe.
"Lookin' hot Mom."
"Maureen….thanks. I try. So, what's up?"
"I just wanted to say, it's nice that you and Dad got all of us involved. Since, you know, we didn't get to be here the first time."
"At least not in person."
"Yeah, well, look. I was old enough to know what happened and what that meant years ago. And I learned to deal. And, I'm glad you two worked out whatever you needed to."
"What makes you think we needed to work something out?"
There's a familiar look. Just like her father. "Mom. Please, growing up with a cop for a father, you learn to be observant. And, uh, you can also learn to ignore the things you don't want to see."
"Well, I'm sorry if…."
"Nah. You guy's don't have it easy. Plus, in some small way. I think we had a lot to do with it."
"Oh honey…you guys…"
"No, we always NEED something from either of you. That, you know, finding time for all of us…plus jobs, plus housework….I don't see how you could find time for each other."
"Maybe that was part of the problem. When'd you get so smart huh?"
"What you mean is…when did I grow up? Right before your eyes. Look, I…..I think you and Dad really love each other. And plenty of people are married that care a lot…just not love. It would be a shame to see two people so much in love just…walk away."
"Thanks…I think. Hey…about time huh?"
"Yeah, it is."
She looks so much like Elliot…and sometimes me; its scary. You know what else is scary? That I am THIS nervous about marrying Elliot all over again. Only this time….less pressure….and more friends and family. I'm just glad. Glad I'm here….with him. Forever.