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Chapter 14- New Year, New Start

A couple of days later it was New Years Eve. Jack, Gina and John had planned an end of year celebration for everyone at Sun Hill. Sam and Phil had planned to announce the date of their wedding tonight. They were happy and wanted everyone to know that. Neither Sam nor Phil were at work so they were propped up in bed with a tub of ice cream between them, discussing what colour to use on their wedding posters. 'Yellow, is a bit bright isn't it? What about red?' Sam asked.

'Why red?' Phil replied.

'It ties in with the date, Valentine Day's all about love and romance,' Sam said.

'OK then, I'll do whatever you want,' Phil relented.

'Thank you,' Sam replied as she took hold of the spoon and ate some of the ice cream.

'I'd do anything for you,' Phil said.

'Have you two finished arguing?' Francesca asked as she poked her head around the door.

'We weren't arguing, it was just a minor difference of opinion,' Sam replied.

'Have you sorted out the posters yet?'

'Yeah, we've decided on red,' Phil replied.

'Oh good,' Francesca said. 'Are you still announcing the wedding date tonight?'

'Yeah we are,' Sam replied.

'Good,' Francesca replied. 'I'm off over to Dan's. I'll see you guys tonight.'

'See you sis,' Sam replied as Francesca went down the stairs and out of the door.

'Dan?' Phil asked, sounding rather confused.

'I was going to tell you but I never got round to it. She sneaked off with Dan at the Christmas party, they slept together. Francesca and Dan are a couple,' Sam replied.

'She kept that quiet,' Phil remarked.

'I know, I didn't find out till we came back,' Sam replied.

'Are you gonna help me finish this tub of ice cream?' Phil asked, changing the subject.

'Yeah OK,' Sam replied.

They finished off the tub of ice cream together, occasionally feeding each other spoonfuls in between kisses. Sam and Phil got up soon after and spent the rest of the morning curled up on the sofa watching DVD's

Later that afternoon, Sam began her preparations for the New Year's Eve party. She'd decided to curl her hair for the party. She knew it'd take a while so she decided the sooner she got started on her hair, the better.

By about 6 o'clock, Sam had finished doing her hair. She went downstairs where Phil was cooking dinner. He turned around when he heard Sam enter. 'Wow!' he exclaimed. 'You look…drop dead gorgeous.'

Phil approached Sam, picked her up and spun her around. 'Yes thanks Phil, put me down,' Sam replied.

Phil put her down and kissed her forehead. 'What are you cooking?' Sam asked.

'Pasta, it's almost ready,' Phil replied.

'Good, I'm hungry,' Sam remarked.

5 minutes later, Sam and Phil were sat at the table with a bowl of pasta each in front of them.

By about 6:30, Sam and Phil had finished their dinner and Sam went back upstairs to finish off her preparations for the party. Phil came up about 7:00. 'Have you finished yet?' Phil asked as he poked his head around the bedroom door.

'Almost. You can come in, its your bedroom too,' Sam replied.

'You look gorgeous,' Phil said and kissed Sam on the cheek.

They were both ready by 7:30 and called a cab to take them to the station. All the pubs were being used for their own celebrations so Sun Hill was the only other choice.

Sam and Phil arrived at the station at about 7:55, ready for the start at 8:00. The party was being held in the canteen so they made their way there and were greeted by Gina. 'Hi Sam,' Gina said. 'Had a good Christmas did you?'

Phil put his arm around Sam's shoulder. 'Yeah, it was good thanks ma'am,' he replied.

Everyone else began to arrive over the next 10minutes. When everyone had arrived, the first song began to play:

So I play along when I hear that favourite song
I'm gonna be the one who gets it right.
You better know when you're swingin' round the room
Look's like magic's solely yours tonight

But I don't feel like dancin'
When the old Joanna plays
My heart could take a chance
But my two feet can't find a way
You think that I could muster up a little soft, shoop devil sway
But I don't feel like dancin'
No sir, no dancin' today.
(I Don't Feel Like Dancing- Scissor Sisters)

After the first song, Phil took Sam by the hand and they walked over to Smithy, who'd been asked by Gina to take care of the music. Phil whispered something in Smithy's ear; he nodded and turned the music down. 'Everyone, sorry to disturb the celebrations but Sam and Phil have something to say,' Smithy said and passed the microphone over to Sam.

'Thanks Smithy,' Sam said. 'As you all know, me and Phil have recently got engaged and we've set a date for the wedding.'

'Well, come on when's the wedding then? Someone shouted from the back of the room.

'February 14th. Me and Sam are getting married on Valentines Day,' Phil said.

Everyone started clapping, cheering and went over to congratulate Sam and Phil. 'Did you know?' Dan asked.

'Yeah, I did,' Francesca replied.

The evening went really quickly and before Sam knew it, the countdown was beginning. 'Everyone, we're just about to begin the countdown,' Jack said.

10…9…8…7…6…5…4…3…2…1!

Everyone started clapping and cheering to celebrate the start of the New Year. Sam and Phil passionately kissed each other on the lips. When they pulled away, Phil gazed into Sam's eyes and said: 'Happy New Year, babe.'

'Happy New Year Phil,' Sam replied.

Phil took Sam in his arms as another song began to play:

Near, far wherever you are

I believe that the heart does go on

Once more you open the door

And you're here in my heart

And my heart will go on and on

You're here there's nothing I fear

And I know that my heart will go on

We'll stay forever this way

You are safe in my heart

And my heart will go on and on

(My Heart Will Go On- Celine Dion)

'I love you Sam,' Phil said.

'I love you too,' Sam replied.

Phil passionately kissed Sam on the lips. They loved each other and the New Year meant a new start. A lot of things had happened in the last year including Stuart and the miscarriage. Both of these factors significant in the starting of a very, very special partnership. This partnership was strong, nothing could or would tear them apart.

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