Author's Notes: Note to self, always check previous chapters in case you forget things. I don't think anyone else noticed, but I just realized I had Kat call Patrick by the wrong middle name, its James not Joel. At the time I was writing it I couldn't remember and I meant to go back and check but I guess I forgot. I apologize for the long wait in between updates. I'm doing my best to update as soon as possible but finding time these days isn't easy.
PrettyDiva: Yeah, Rocky's been really busy. Poor Emily, having to give birth to six kids. But there will be more about all that in their story. What can I say I can't stop the whole naming the animals after things from their past as rangers. And yeah, I had to make Patrick the typical teen.
Dancerchick17: Thanks for the review. I did check out your fic and I hope my review has helped you. If not feel free to send me a message and I'd be glad to help you out with whatever you need.
Purple Strobe: Here's another Sweet chapter for you.
Destiny45: I threw in that last line about their grandkids becoming rangers because of the first chapter in this story because that's exactly what ends up happening. I have to agree with you that my favorite part of last chapter was the whole thing with Jayne and Susan.
HarryPassionFan: Sorry, but neither Patrick or Adam Jr. will be following in their parents footsteps Mostly because of what's happening in this chapter. But again, I agree about Susan and Jayne.
ULTRA SONIC: Yeah I couldn't resist naming the horse Wind Chaser. Thanks for the long review, I love it when I get those. In case you haven't noticed by now, I definitely accept 'A Season to Remember' as canon despite the whole Dino Thunder era.
Lushiouschell: Patrick's just a typical teen and they can be bratty at times. But he's still a good kid. I thought everyone would love the name of the horse.
"Who is it?" Patrick asked as there was a knock on his bedroom door.
"It's Mom," Kat's voice said from the hallway.
"Come in," Patrick said and Kat entered the room.
"I can't believe this day has finally come, it seems like just yesterday that the doctor was putting you in my arms and now you're all grown up," Kat said as she stared at her oldest son who was now eighteen dressed in his cap and gown.
"Aw, don't start crying now Mom, we haven't even left for the ceremony yet," Patrick said.
"I can't help it, I'm just so proud of you," she said as she gave him a hug.
"Thanks but there won't be anything to be proud of if we don't make it to the ceremony on time," Patrick replied.
"You're right, I better go make sure the other kids are ready," Kat said as she left the room.
When everyone was finally ready, the family headed to Angel Grove High School to attend the graduation ceremony.
"Alright now you kids be good for your grandparents," Tommy told Susie, Lauren, and Joshua. The kids would be sitting with both Tommy and Kat's parents, who had flown in from Australia, because as teachers he and Kat were required to sit on the stage with the rest of the faculty.
"Well Susie, it won't be long before it's your turn to graduate," Marie Hillard remarked as they found their seats.
"Grandma I'm only a freshman, I still have three more years to go," Susie replied.
"It's never too early to start thinking about graduation, especially about what college you'll want to attend," Jack Hillard commented.
"I can't see anything," nine year old Joshua complained.
"There's nothing to see yet Josh," eleven year old Lauren told him.
"Come on Josh, you can sit in my lap," Rick Oliver said.
"I hope those seats are for us," Tanya said as she and Adam approached them along with son Stevie who was a junior in high school.
"Of course, they are, we're just happy you guys could make it," Lily Oliver answered.
"Are you kidding we couldn't miss our godson's graduation," Adam said as they sat down in the empty seats.
An hour later, the ceremony was underway and Joshua was beginning to get tired of having to sit still.
"Can we go home now, I'm bored," Joshua said as he squirmed in his grandfather's lap.
"It's almost over," Rick said.
"Patrick's next," Susie said as she followed along in the program.
"Patrick James Oliver," the principal announced as Patrick stepped forward to receive his diploma and his family and friends began to cheer loudly for him.
"We really are proud of you son," Tommy told him later that day as they had arrived back home for his graduation party.
"Thanks Dad, I couldn't have done it without you and Mom," Patrick told him.
"So Patrick, have you made a decision about college yet?" Billy asked.
"M.I.T. is a very good school," Hayley commented.
"Sorry to disappoint you Aunt Hayley but I've decided to go to Caltech," Patrick announced.
"He got an engineering scholarship," Kat told her.
"I wish AJ had gotten a scholarship," Adam said referring to the fact that his oldest son Adam Jr. was already away at college.
"At least you only have two kids to put through college, imagine having six," Rocky remarked.
A few months later, it was finally time for Patrick to leave for college. Kat stood outside and watched as Tommy helped Patrick load his things in his car.
"Are you sure you have everything?" Kat questioned.
"Yes Mom, I checked my room twice and I know that you checked after me so I'm positive I have everything," Patrick told her.
"I just don't want you to forget anything," Kat said as tears started to well up in her eyes.
"Come on Mom, no more crying," Patrick said as he hugged her.
"I can't help it, you were my first baby and I just can't believe I have to say goodbye to you," Kat said as she hugged him once more.
"Mom, you do know that I'll only be a few hours away, I'm not even leaving the state," Patrick reminded her.
"I know but I'm your Mom, so forgive me for worrying about you," Kat replied.
"Honey don't worry, we've raised a good kid I know he's going to be just fine on his own," Tommy told her.
"Dad's right, I couldn't have asked for better parents and as excited as I am to go, I'm sad too because I'm going to miss being home with you," Patrick replied.
"You will come back and visit won't you," Lauren asked as she and the other kids came outside to say goodbye.
"Of course I will, and maybe you guys could come and visit me," Patrick said as he hugged her.
"Hey, now that Patrick's leaving can I have his room, it's bigger than mine," Susan said.
"Don't even think about it brat besides Dad's turning my room into an office for Mom," Patrick replied.
"What, that's no fair," Susie remarked.
"He's kidding, we're going to leave the room the way it is, so you can't have it," Kat told her.
"I'm really going to miss you Patrick," Joshua said as he gave his big brother a hug.
"I'll miss you too sport and remember even though I'm moving away I'll always be your big brother," Patrick told him.
"Well, I guess you guys better get on the road," Kat finally said once the car was ready to go.
"We'll call you when we get there," Tommy said as he gave her a kiss. Tommy was going to drive up to school with Patrick and then fly home a few days later.
"Be careful," Kat said as she hugged Tommy.
"Hey brat, you're the oldest sibling now so take care of these two," Patrick said as he hugged each of his siblings one more time.
"I will dork," Susie said as she tried to hold back her tears.
"You call me anytime day or night," Kat said as she hugged him a final time.
"I'll be back home before you know it, Thanksgiving isn't that far away," Patrick said as he and Tommy got into the car and drove away.
A/N: Hope that chapter didn't disappoint you too much. I just wanted to do a quick update because I don't know how soon the next update will be.