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Then some of the couple walk over and talk to them, then Jack walks over with drinks in hand. He put them on the table then he sat down next to Sam. They all talk and mingle for the next two hours while they are eating and drinking.
When everyone finished, Jack got up to get another round of drinks when he spoke to the bartender for a few minutes and passed his credit card over. When he return few minutes later they talk for fifteen minutes before leaving to go home for the night.
When they got home they did their night routines before going to bed where they talked and made passionate love for the next few hours before falling asleep in each other's arms.
The next morning Jack took Sam to the dinner for breakfast before dropping her off at the academy, then he went to the base where he worked on his report on what happened on the mission and had lunch while on the base.
Over the next few days have been busy for Sam, since she had a lot of catching up to do. She didn't tell the others about her rewards and promotions till after she got her new ID badge.
On Saturday it was Mark's twenty first birthday, they were holding the party at the 'Antler Hilton' hotel where out of town family and friends were staying. Jack and Sam were paying for the shindig party as a birthday present for him, which he accepted.
Mark picks out what innovations he would like to have, so Jack and Sam sorted that out for him and a list of people he would want to have at the party. They got all but one return to let them know who was coming and who couldn't make it. The only one who didn't return was Jacob and Elizabeth.
That night when everyone showed up at the hotel the party was in full swing. One of Mark's friends' younger sisters was babysitting the kids that night while everyone was enjoying the party. Grace got Mark a 21st mirror key with the air force signal engraved on it and '21' engraved in the middle of the star and have his full name and birth date engraved on it as well. He thanks her for the gift.
Tracey, Phillip and the family got him a family van since he and Ann have been saving up for a bigger car now they have got four kids. There were over five hundred guests at the party and everyone enjoyed themselves.
During the night there were a number of speeches about Mark which made everyone laugh. When it was Sam's turn she stood up with microphone in hand looking at Mark and everyone in the room.
"For the ones who don't know me, I'm Samantha Carter O'Neill, Mark's baby sister and for you single guys who I know you've been watching and asking Mark who I am. Well now you know and this hot good-looking guy next to me is my husband… Colonel Jack O'Neill"
Mark, Ann and every one who knows Jack and Sam were shock with what Sam said
"Yes Jack was promoted over a week ago, we thought you would love that surprise"
"That is a surprise Sam, congratulations Jack." Mark yelled out so everyone could hear. Jack raised his beer glass to Mark and gave him a nod
"Well that nothing compeer to my surprise" Mark and the family look at Sam who is smiling
"From now on when we are on base you can't call me Sam like you used to do, it is now…. captain Carter" Mark and Ann eyes widen in shock. Sam looked at them and around the room to see every one-shock face except for the ones who already knew
"You got promoted"
"Yep same time as Jack after I save everyone asses, oh the top brass gave me the medal of honour for saving everyone's lives and purple heart since I was wondered while covering their asses" Everyone was still in shock
"Sam the way you going, you going to make history" Phillip called out
"Uncle Phillip I have made history… again, I'm the youngest captain in air force history and the youngest and first female air force officer and second woman to receive the medal of honour in American history"
"Sam, I'm proud of you… it a shame that mum and dad isn't here tonight"
"I know but dad was at the awards and promotion ceremony, but I didn't speak to him" Mark nodded
"Now you all know, so all you young lieutenants watch out, I might kick your ass… you know I will. Mark I hope your enjoy your birthday party, happy birthday big brother"
Then Mark stood up and walked over to where Sam is and gave her a hug then she passed the microphone to him then walked over and sat down next to Jack.
"Thank you all for coming tonight, I hope you all enjoy yourselves. Thank you for your presents… and surprises… As my brother in law would say there is no party without cake, so where is the cake?" Every one laugh and they clapped just as the cake was wheeled out.
When Mark saw if it was twenty four-inch square cakes that were three inches high covered in white icing. On top was a blue air force signature with Mark full name underneath and '21' above the air force signature. Everyone sang happy birthday, when finished, Mark blew out the candles and everyone cheered. Then he cut the cake while photos were being taken.
After he cut it the music started so he walked over to Ann who stood up then they walked out onto the dance floor and started dancing while the cake was taken away to be cut up. Just after they started dancing, Jack and Sam join them, and then other couples join in.
When everyone was gone except Jack, Sam, Mark and Ann.
"Jack, Sam, thank you for everything, it was a great party"
"Your welcome Mark, we going to head on home, good night" Jack said
They gave each other a hug before Jack and Sam walked out of the room when they heard.
"Well we better go home, it been a long day"
"Mark we not going home tonight"
"Ann, what do you mean?"
"We are staying the night here, I book in a hotel room for tonight… I haven't given you your birthday present and we haven't had much alone time in the past year"
"Oh Ann Cole Carter I love the way you think, so where is this room"
"Follow me fly boy"
"You've been hanging around Sam for too long," Ann laughed.
Jack and Sam look at each other and smile as they walk out the door knowing what is going to be happening with Mark and Ann that night.
When Jack and Sam got home, they did their normal night routine before getting into bed. They were both tired so they snuggled up in each other's arms and kissed before saying their good nights to each other and falling asleep seconds later. While at the hotel, Mark and Ann made passionate love which they both miss three times before falling asleep themselves with smiles on their faces.
The next morning Jack and Sam relax at home since there wasn't much to do and it was snowing outside so they stayed in bed all day, talking, watching TV, making passionate love. The next morning Sam returned back to the academy and got training for the final week before the Christmas holidays.
She was spending that week at the academy since the train was happening during the night. While Sam was at the academy Jack took care of the Christmas decorations and went shopping to get every one Christmas present since Grace, Mark and the family are staying in Colorado for Christmas and new year.
When the last day of training was finished for the year, the instructors wished them all a happy Christmas and new year before they went their separate ways.
When Sam got home that Friday night, Jack was here to greet her with a hug and passionate kiss then he scoops her up in his arms and walks inside the house and up to their bedroom where he lays her on the bed. Then he starts taking her clothes off and she takes his off till they both are naked then he climbs on top of her and they both kiss which became passionate and they made love twice before snuggling up into each other's arms.
"Welcome home Sam"
"It good to be home and I love the welcome home present" she said smiling up at him
"That good to know that you like it" Sam raised an eyebrow
"Like it, Jack I love it" he smile back at her
"Sweet, so what would you like to have for dinner?"
"Surprise me"
"Ok why don't we go and have a shower then head into town"
"Sounds good to me"
She moved so she could give him a kiss before they both got up together and walked into the bathroom where they shower together.
Fifteen minutes later they both left in Jack truck and head into town to a restaurant that Jack had book in for them. When they got to the restaurant and were inside sitting down, they ordered their drinks and meal.
They talk about Christmas, Sam birthdays and New Year parties. They were at the restaurant for two hours before leaving to go and see a movie before returning back home for the night. Sam didn't see what Jack did with the decorations till the next morning.
She was happy with what he had done to the house. They spent the weekend relaxing and talking about the training Sam did during the week.
On Monday while Jack was at work, Sam went to do the grocery shopping and last minute Christmas shopping and had lunch while in the mall. When she got home, she put everything away and got dinner on for her and Jack while listening to Christmas music in the background. When Jack walk in the door Sam was there to greet him with hug and kiss
"How was your day?" she asked
"Good, how was yours"
"Busy, I got everything we need for Christmas day"
"Good, so what cooking good looking" Sam giggle as she watches Jack take his boots and jacket off
"Food" she said
"Funny"
"Well you did ask"
"True" they walk into where the kitchen is while they carry on talking.
Jack watched Sam dish up crumb fish and egg omelet which was in the same pan, pasta and cheese sauce which got crushed garlic and chives in it, beans and sliced carrots when done they walked over to the table with plates in hand. Jack saw knives, forks and drinks on the table. They sat down and started eating their evening meal.
"Mmm this is good Sam what did you do to the fish?"
"I beat up a couple of eggs then I dip the fish pieces into the egg then into the bread crumb and into the oil pan. When that was done I move them to the side and put the beaten up egg and put it in the pan and cook it up"
"Ah, this is good" They talk while enjoying dinner.
When finished, Jack took care of the dishes then returned with hot chocolate for them both. They walk into the living room where they watch some TV for a couple of hours before going to bed for the night.
The next day Jack had work so Sam stayed at home doing housework and writing letters to family and friends. That night, Jack and Sam went to a restaurant to meet the other black ops team members and their partners for pre Christmas team dinner.
They even invited Andy and Jane, but they sent their apologies since Jane was on bed rest since she was two weeks away from giving birth to their second child. They all meet up at 'Stagecoach inn' for dinner.
They all talk and laugh while enjoying their evening dinner with their friends. By the time Jack and Sam got home it was almost midnight.
The next morning it was Christmas day. Jack and Sam made love four times before they left their bedroom to go downstairs for breakfast and to get lunch sorted out and on. They both work in the kitchen getting everything done after they had breakfast, then they walk into the dinning room and start getting the table set up for Christmas dinner. When everything was done Jack pulled Sam into his arms and they both kissed knowing that they were under the mistletoe.
"Sam what did you get me for Christmas?"
"You will find out in due time"
"Sam" he said sounded like a five-year-old, which made Sam laugh
"JJJAAACCCKKK" she said back
"Come on" he said when he try to give her the puppy look
"You can wait, trust me"
"You know I do Sam"
"Good" then she gave him a kiss just as they heard Mark Van pulled up
"There here" she said
Then gave Jack a quick kiss before walking to the front foliar and opening the door to see Mark and the family getting out of the van and walking to the front door and inside. Once inside and the door closed. They wish Jack and Sam a merry Christmas as they took their boots and jackets off.
Then they follow Jack into the kitchen/dining area where there was eggnog for the adults and hot chocolate for the kids. They talk while Jack and Sam dish up lunch and put them on the main dining room table. While they were doing that.
Ann got the older kids in their highchairs that Mark brought in then returned to help Ann with the presents while Grace walked in with John in her arms. Once everyone was seated around the table, Grace said grace then they all help themselves to lunch. There was turkey, ham, chicken, pork, cranberry sauce, roast potatoes, sweet potatoes, yams, pumpkin, peas, corn, slice carrots apple sauce and gravy.
"Gee Sam you sure got plenty of food here" Mark said
"Well what left over will do Jack and me right up to New Year"
"Looked like it" they grin
"Well remember what grand dad use to say 'I rather have plenty of food on the table for guests than not enough'"
"That is so true Sam and you never forget that"
"No grandma, I didn't," she said smiling
They all enjoyed their dinner, even the kids did although they are the meat and sauces and not their vegetables.
"Jo, Hannah, MJ why aren't you eating your vegetables?" Sam asked
"Don't like"
"They are like that at home," Ann said
"Mark was like that when he was their age" Grace said
"I know, he told me"
"Well then since you kids are not eating your vegetables… more desert of the rest of us" they look at Sam
"What desert?"
"Christmas steam pudding, hot custard and ice cream" when she said 'ice cream' their eyes lit up
"Can we have ice cream auntie Sam please?" Jo asked
"Eat your vegetables, then you will have ice cream" They all wine
"Well the choice is yours" she looked at them then to Jack who is smiling at Sam
"Sam what flavour ice creams did you get?" Jack asked knowing what was in the freezer
"Vanilla, strawberry and… chocolate"
When she said 'chocolate' she looked at the kids when their eyes lit up then they started eating their vegetables which made the adults smile. They watch the kids eat all their vegetable then heard each of them say 'Finish'
"Well since you did eat all your vegetables you can have some desert, well done and you know vegetables are good for you, they make you grow up big and strong"
"Like you Auntie Sam?"
"Yes," she said smiling.
