Title: Life has it's reasons

Author:Chickee1

Rating: PG-13, language

Summary: Marisol has news for Horatio, but with obstacles in her way will she be able to tell him in time.

Disclaimer: I do not own anything or anyone from CSI Miami. I am only a fan who enjoys writing stories that take an interest in the show.

Authors Note: The song used is 'From this moment' by Shania Twain.This is my take on what should happen after the episode 'Driven'. Spoilers included. I am a H/C fan, but H/M makes for an interesting story line. H/C later on...possibly.

"How did you manage all of this?" asked Calleigh as she stood at the back, behind what looked like a wedding ceremony.

"I had help" whispered Horatio.

"I thought we were going to wait" she asked.

"We've waited long enough, and I know how stressed you've been with the kids and work and well I wanted to do this for you. A little private ceremony with only family and friends" Horatio said as he looked over his shoulder.

"Lambchop"

"Dad" she whispered through her tears.

"Horatio, let me know about everything. So I'm asking you, would you give me the honour in walking you down the beach?" her father asked.

Nodding her head, Calleigh smiled. "Thank you..Thank you" she cried.

Leaving Calleigh with her father, Horatio headed to the front where he was met by his children. "

Dada" they called. "Hey guys, I'm glad you kept our secret from mama. Now you have to go and take your seats with your Uncle Frank and Uncle Ryan." he said. Both Jacob and Samantha nodded and walked to their front row seats.

"You look happy Horatio" said Eric as he came up behind him.

"I am...Eric whatever happened, I'm sorry", Horatio said, looking at his best man.

"H, life has it's reasons for everything. I'm glad that your happy, and I'm glad that she's happy" he said pointing at Calleigh.

"You've got yourself a good man there Lambchop" whispered her dad.

"I know. I love him so much and he's given me the most beautiful children. And now...we're actually going to be a family." she cried.

"Honey, don't cry. It's suppose to be the happiest day of your life".

"It is...it is dad. I'm about to marry the most amazing guy ever."

"You ready?" asked her father as he held out his arm.

Nodding Calleigh smiled, "I don't think I could wait any longer" she said as the two began to walk down the beach.

(I do swear that I'll always be there. I'd give anything
and everything and I will always care. Through weakness
and strength, happiness and sorrow, for better, for worse,
I will love you with every beat of my heart.)

"Who gives this woman to this man" the priest asked. "I do" her father answered as he placed a soft kiss on her cheek. Horatio nodded at the older man and linked his arm with Calleighs. "I love this song" she whispered. "That's why it's playing" Horatio whispered as she smiled at Calleigh. "Only for you".

"Family and friends we are gathered here today to witness and celebrate the marriage of Horatio and Calleigh. As the tides ebb and flow, so too do the fortunes of life.
Footprints in the sand are washed away, driftwood moves on its endless quest for a peaceful harbour.. Only a deep and abiding love can withstand the tides of change in two lives. The love of this couple, Horatio and Calleigh, is enduring and profound."

"Horatio and Calleigh we gather here today to witness the happiness you found in each other.
You stand before us to declare your love for each other and to share with us your marriage promises".

From this moment life has begun
From this moment you are the one
Right beside you is where I belong
From this moment on

"Do you Horatio promise Calleigh , as your partner and best friend that your love and loyalty will weather the storms of life, that you will love, comfort and respect her no matter what course the two of you set... Do you commit to Calleigh a lifetime of continued love trust and friendship" asked the priest.

"I do" Horatio said, "And than some" he said with a chuckle.

"Do you Calleigh promise Horatio, as your partner and best friend that your love and loyalty will weather the storms of life, that you will love, comfort and respect her no matter what course the two of you set... Do you commit to Horatio a lifetime of continued love trust and friendship", he asked although already knowing the answer.

"I do" she whispered, through the tears that had begun to form in her eyes.

From this moment I have been blessed
I live only for your happiness
And for your love I'd give my last breath
From this moment on

"Horatio and Calleigh, on this joyous and memorable day, you stand surrounded by your friends and family, who are here to witness your marriage and share in the joy of this very special occasion. as you stand here you may not only draw on your love for each other but also on the love of those around you".

"This ring is an ancient symbol used to seal a solemn promise. These wedding rings, perfect circles of love symbolize your unending love and reminds you of the vows and promises you have made today."

I give my hand to you with all my heart
Can't wait to live my life with you, can't wait to start
You and I will never be apart
My dreams came true because of you

"Can we have the rings please?" the priest asked. Eric reached into his pocket and pulled out the wedding band and handed it to Horatio.

"Horatio place this ring on the third finger of Calleigh's left hand, repeating after me"

"Calleigh, I give you this ring as a symbol of my
love and commitment as powerful and endless as the sea." said Horatio as he placed the sing on her finger.

"Here you are sweetie" said Alex, as she handed Calleigh, Horatio's wedding band. Watching the two of the brought tears to her eyes. 'I knew she'd like her surprise' Alex thought to herself.

"Calleigh place this ring on the third finger of Horatio's left hand repeating after me"

"Horatio, I give you this ring as a symbol of my
love and commitment as powerful and endless as the sea". She said, trying to fight back her tears.

From this moment as long as I live
I will love you, I promise you this
There is nothing I wouldn't give
From this moment on

"Having witnessed the vows Horatio and Calleigh have made to each other, surrounded by their friends and family, their love and by sand, the sun and the ocean; upon the authority vested in me by the State of Florida, I declare now declare you husband and wife. But before I can allow the groom to kiss his bride, he would like to share something with his new wife"

"Thank you. I was trying to find the prefect thing to say to Calleigh, even before this all happened, and I think now I have." said Horatio as he reached into his jacket pocket and pulled out a white piece of paper.

"You are not the air that I breathe,
You are the sweet scent that drifts upon it
You are not the sounds that I hear,
You are the music of my life
You are not the food that I need,
You are the nourishment of my soul

You are not my will to survive,
You are my reason for living
It is with you that I experience
the wonders of the world
It is with you that I triumph
over the challenges in my pathIt is your partnership that will lead me
to the fulfilment of my dreams

It is your friendship that guides me
as I grow and learn
It is your patience and wisdom
that calms my restless nature
It is through you that I know my true self
I do not take you for granted,

I cherish you
I do not need you
I choose you
I choose you today in witness
of all the people who love us
I choose you tomorrow
in the privacy of our hearts
I choose you in strength and weakness

I choose you in health and sickness
I choose you in joy and sorrow
I will choose you, over all others, every day
for all the days of my life

I love you Calleigh...and only you" he said, looking into her teary green eyes.

"I love you too" she cried.

"Okay, now you may now kiss the Bride!"

You're the reason I believe in love
And you're the answer to my prayers from up above
All we need is just the two of us
My dreams came true because of you

As Horatio moved closer to Calleigh, he stopped. "I passed" he said.

"I knew you would." whispered Calleigh.

"Kiss her already" yelled Ryan.

Smiling, Horatio shook his head placed a sweet but yet passionate kiss on her lips.

"Ewwwwwwwwwww" yelled Jacob. "Not good" Samantha added.

Both Horatio and Calleigh pulled back laughing. "I don't think our children appreciate that" whispered Horatio.

"They'll get use to is" said Calleigh as she kissed him one more time.

"Friends and Family, I now introduce, Mr and Mrs Caine.

From this moment as long as I live
I will love you, I promise you this
There is nothing I wouldn't give
From this moment
I will love you as long as I live
From this moment on

"Alex, are you still taking the kids tonight. I think my bride and I would like to enjoy some alone time" Horatio said, as he wrapped his arms around Calleighs waist.

"That's why I offered in the first place." said Alex smiling.

"It's amazing how things have turned out, I mean so many terrible things have happened" started Ryan

"But for every terrible thing, we've gotten something good" finished Eric.

"I didn't think I'd ever see this day." said Frank as he walked up to them holding onto the twins.

"Life..." whispered Calleigh as she walked up to Frank and took Samanthain her arms, watching hiswife,Horatio did the same, picking up Jacob.

"Life... has it's reasons", whispered Horatio, as they all looked out on the sun setting over the water.

AN : I want to take the time to thank everyone who read my story and to those who reviewed. It was you who made me write more, to conintue with it. So thank you all for taking the time to R/R, it meant alot to me, and I was glad to have created this story for you.

I don't want to say it...because I don't know if it is true. So instead of saying "THE END"..I'm going to say... 'STAY TUNED' because knowing me, I'll come up with more to write..when I have time of course.

I hope for those who read this are satisfied with the last bit in this chapter. I tried to think of the perfect thing to say...Miami Style.

Thanks again, and like I said, Stay Tuned. R/R if you enjoyed this much. Thanks again.