Special Delivery in an Elevator

Author's Notes #1: Thank you to everyone who has read, reviewed and alerted this story as I was somewhat nervous in posting it since I was told by someone (my mother) who said it was cute, but confusing as who was talking. Then another person (deanstheman) explained to me that it wasn't, so a big thanks to her as well.

This is the final chapter and I may (someday) write a sequel, but for now this is the end. And it best to watch the dates as they will skip ahead…thanks again!

Chapter Five

May 3- 5:52 am

As the emergency vehicle was being driven away, an explosion went off in the area of the caved-in elevator.

"Mary! Mary!" John shouted, looking out the back window. "Oh man, we gotta go back!"

"No, sir, we can't," One EMT replied. "Our orders are for us to transport these victims and that's what we're going to do."

"That's my wife…and friends!"

"Sorry."

John dialed 911, hoping to hear Hannah's voice.

"John!"

"Hannah, what happened?"

"I heard the calls from the rescuers and they said the garage fully collapsed. I was just about to dial your number to see if you and your family made it out, but then you called me…what's wrong?"

"Hannah, I'm on the way to the hospital with my sons but Mary and Troy are still there!" he replied with fear in his voice. "Are they out?"

"I don't know," She honestly answered. "Be with your sons and I'll call you back when I get some information."

May 3- 5:58 am

The ambulance pulled up to the ER and was immediately greeted by Dr. Bauer and her team. "John, how's Mary?"

"Doctor, I think she's still trapped…I don't know."

"I am sure everyone is fine, but for now, let's examine these beautiful boys." She remarked.

A team began undressing Dean and cleaning him up while another was working on his brother.

"Hey, how did they unplug Sammy from Mommy?"

John laughed, patting his son on the head, "They had a special tool that does it…I'm so proud of you."

"Well, Mommy was the one who did all of that…it was really gross though."

"I know, but you're still a hero," John said, kissing his son on the forehead.

"No, you and Uncle Troy are the real heroes."

May 3- 6:11 am

"Damn straight we're heroes!" Troy shouted as he walked in, completely covered in dust.

"Uncle Troy!" Dean exclaimed. "Where's mommy?"

"She's downstairs…waiting for John before they take her into surgery."

"Thank goodness…uh, Troy can you stay here with the boys?" John asked. "Dean, I'll be right back."

"Daddy, tell mommy that I love her and she can kiss me in public anytime she wants to from now on."

"Okay, buddy." John chuckled, then ran to his wife. "Mary!"

"John!" She expressed her happiness with a big smile, despite being in pain. "How are the boys?"

"Fine…they're with Troy and Dr. Bauer."

"Are you sure they're healthy?" She questioned, fearing he was hiding something.

"I swear… they're fine," he calmly replied with a reassuring smile, but sensed she didn't believe him. "Dean said he loves you and that you can kiss him in public anytime you want from now on."

Mary began crying, "My babies really are safe then…thank god!"

"Yeah, we have a great deal to be thankful for..." John was interrupted by the nurse stating it was time to move her into surgery. "I love you, Mary."

"I love you too and tell our sons that I love them as well." The grateful husband watched his beloved wife being wheeled in for emergency surgery and began praying.

May 3- 11:24 am

Dean woke up from his nap, immediately seeing his father and grandparents looking down at him.

"Hey buddy, how are you feeling?"

"Tired," he said, yawning. "Where are mommy and Sammy?"

"Mommy is upstairs and Sammy is down the hall in the nursery," his father explained. "Why don't ya go back to sleep."

"Nah, I wanna go see my little brother."

"Sure, but maybe you should eat something first," John suggested, pointing to the pizza.

"Well, I'm kinda hungry." Dean said as all laughed at him.

Deanna brought him a slice while Samuel went to a nearby cooler to retrieve a milkshake. "We kept it on ice for you."

"Thanks." He cheerfully remarked, shoving a big piece into his mouth. "I can't believe Uncle Troy and Hannah remembered this."

"Of course they did…they're really proud of you." Deanna replied. "In fact, you're being called a hero on tv too."

"Wow, that's awesome!"

Dean finished three pieces of pizza before he was able to see his brother. Sammy was brought to his room for a couple of hours so John could feed him.

May 3- 2:06 pm

John was finally able to see his wife in recovery after her successful spine surgery. Although she looked pale, he was explained she was fine considering the lengthy surgery, giving birth and being trapped in a collapsed elevator for almost one day. He held her hand until visiting hours were over and then spent the night in his son's room.

May 6- 11:44 pm

Dean was being wheeled into his mother's room for the last time while John carried in his youngest son. "Mommy, we hafta leave now, but I'll call ya later."

"Okay, honey…give me a kiss goodbye," she said, confined to her bed.

Samuel lifted him down as he kissed her. "I love you, Mommy."

Teary eyed, she replied, "I love you too."

"Mommy, Uncle Troy found my backpack and when we were in that candle store, I bought ya that ample packet for five dollars so when you get home, you can use it."

"Oh, that's very sweet of you." She said, trying to not sob at her caring child.

John held the baby down so she could kiss him too. "I love you, Sammy."

"I'll help them downstairs but will be right back." Samuel remarked, as his daughter slightly nodded.

Although Dean didn't want to leave his mother there, he knew it was best to help his father and grandmother with his new brother. After all, it was his job to lookout and protect Sammy. And he was very grateful his grandfather was staying with her too, not wanting his sick mommy to be all alone.

November 2- 10:31 am

Mary stood on the platform outside city hall, where her son was receiving a special award by the Mayor. Mary was happy for many reasons…she was grateful to be alive; her family was healthy; and she actually walked on the stage. Well, she used a cane, but still did it on her own.

Mary was finally released from the hospital late September and immediately began her physical therapy as an out-patient since she dreaded being away from her family anymore.

Dean and her mother were there on that special day when she took her first steps as they encouraged her. The blonde boy kept cheering her on, as well as the medical staff and other patients. In fact, he and Mary still go there to help others with their recovery. The young mother knows she has a remarkable son who's caring and supportive.

The Mayor handed Dean a plague and several gifts, including free tickets to several places, such as the zoo, Plucky's and other restaurants. The Fire Chief then gave him a special badge for bravery.

At the microphone, Dean gave a speech. "Thanks for all of this, but I can't have it. My parents told me three people died and several others were badly hurt, so I want their families to have them."

The large crowd started clapping and cheering for the sensitive boy and some even began crying.

"Please…accept this though, since you are a real hero." The Chief said, handing him the special badge for bravery.

"Sure, thanks." Dean replied, pinning it onto his suit. "But, I'm not a hero…you are, sir. So is my Daddy, my Uncle Troy, Hannah, Sammy, Raphael…everybody there and at the hospital." He paused to stand next to his mother, "The biggest hero I know, is my Mommy…she protects me and gave birth to my brother all while her back was broken. Then she learned how to walk again…she's definitely a real life superhero and I love her very much."

Mary started crying, then carefully leaned down to kiss her son. "Thank you, Dean and I love you very much too." And she was thrilled he finally learned how to properly say definitely, which caused her to slightly giggle.

With tears falling from his face, the Mayor handed Dean a special letter from the White House. "That was beautiful and I will now read that letter from President Obama…

Dear Dean,

Michelle, the girls and I are extremely proud of you and the bravery you showed trying to protect your mother and baby brother. The country is relieved to know you are there to assist when needed and we could not be any prouder.

Congratulations and Best Wishes,

Barack, Michelle, Sasha, Malia and Bo Obama.

The Mayor handed Dean back the official letter and the boy's eyes lit up. "Wow, Bo signed it with his paw!"

The entire crowd once again laughed with young boy as did the Mayor, "Well, I'll certainly let Bo know how excited you are."

"Thanks, he's a great dog and I hope to get one someday, but for now I'm just happy to volunteer at the shelter." Dean stated as the crowd cheered him on again.

"How about we pose for some more pictures then we'll move across the street to the banquet hall where your class and others are waiting with the pies." The Mayor proudly announced.

"Pies! I love pies!" Dean exclaimed, rubbing his stomach as the crowd once again laughed with him. "Let's take those pictures so my tummy can get full."

John and Mary gushed as several photographs were being taken. However, Dean insisted on one with just his brother and pinned the badge on Sam's tiny suit. "There, now you're a hero too."

The End

Author's Notes #2: This story took place in 2012 because that is when I read 'Fifty Shades of Grey' and I mentioned it in a chapter, so I thought it made the best sense since that is when the book was most popular. Anyways, I just wanted to add that the Obama family recently added a new member- Sunny and she's friggin' adorable!

Author's Notes #3: Speaking of adorable…last week, my family and I suffered a huge loss…our beloved cat/friend, Sammy passed away before his 15th birthday and we are very sad. To some people he was just a cat or a pet, but to us, he was our friend…a member of our family.

We knew Sammy since he was just weeks old and had tons of dark gray and white fur. We were told that the kitty was a girl, and while she was living at my parents' house, (we had an older sick cat at our place), my mom named her "Sami" after "Sami Brady" on 'Days of our Lives'. (Jensen played "Eric Brady", Sami's twin brother). Obviously, we soon found out that she was a he and became SAMMY!

Our family will never be the same, but we wanted him to be in a place with no suffering. It all happened very fast, but we all were able to say goodbye and told him that we loved him very much.

~ ~ ~ This story is dedicated to our beloved Sammy ~ ~ ~