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Finn
He had been sitting in the same spot for two hours, re-reading her letter. She was pregnant. He was going to be a father. When the shock wore off, the worry set in. He couldn't be a father! He was committed to the Army for the next two years! He would miss his child's first steps, their first word, and all of the other milestones that he should be there for. He thought about his own father who missed his entire life. How was he going to do this?
After he vented all of his worry the happiness set in. He was going to be a father! He had always been good with kids, probably because he was a big kid himself, but now he was going to have one of his own. If it was a boy, he would be able to play sports with him, teach him how to play the drums, and teach him how to treat a woman. If it was a girl, he would spoil her and he knew it. If she looked like Rachel he would have to keep a baseball bat handy to chase away any boys who thought twice about looking at his little girl.
A smile formed on his face and it wouldn't leave for the rest of the day. The guys in his platoon kept telling him that he was freaking them out, but he didn't care. He was going to have a baby with the love of his life. Nothing could tear the smile from his face, not even walking through a dessert area with fifty pounds of gear on his back. When they finally reached their destination and set up camp, Finn pulled out his notebook and began writing Rachel a letter.
Dear Rachel,
I'm so sorry. I'm sorry that I'm not there to help you with our baby. I can't believe I get to say "Our Baby"! To be honest, I was a little afraid when I first read your letter. After what happened with my dad, I was afraid that something like that might happen to me too. I want to be there for you and for our kid. I don't want to miss anything, but I know that I will. I want you to make a promise. I want you to take pictures all the time and videos too. I want to see what you look like pregnant and I want to see the pictures of the baby while it's in your stomach.
I'm planning on saving all of the money I earn while I'm here to start a life for us when I get home. I was talking to the colonel and he said that they offer college classes and pay for them too which is cool. I was thinking of taking some teaching courses or maybe some criminal justice. I don't know yet, but I know that it is something I want to do.
I'm glad that Kurt has offered to move in with you. I know that he and Santana will take care of you for me. It's still a little weird knowing that you're living with Santana, but I know that she won't let anything happen to you. She is a good friend, a little on the bitchy side, but loyal. I miss you so much Rachel. I can't wait to see you. I found out that my first leave will be in about five months. I was thinking maybe when we find out for sure when I come home, you could make a doctor's appointment. That way I could see the baby. We can talk about that later though.
I love you baby,
Finn
He flipped the page to a blank sheet and began writing another letter. This one to his brother.
Dear Kurt,
Rachel told me about your offer and I can't thank you enough man. I would be freaking out if I thought Rachel was alone. You being there is going to ease my mind so much. How does it feel to be an uncle? I guess it doesn't really feel any different yet, but just the thought of being an uncle could be strange. How are mom and Burt taking the news? Rachel said Burt wasn't too thrilled. I hope he isn't stressing out too much. I know his heart doesn't need the stress.
I wanted to tell you and Santana thank you for looking out for Rachel. I really appreciate it. There is something that I wanted to ask you because I can't ask my mom and I don't want Rachel to know because she would worry. I know what can happen while I'm here. I don't want to ever leave my family alone, but it is a possibility that I could get hurt or killed. If that were to happen, I would want you to take care of Rachel and the baby. My mom has Burt, but Rachel doesn't really have anyone except you and Santana right now.
I love you bro and I can't wait to see you guys. I miss you all. Please don't let Rachel read this letter. I don't want her to freak out or think that I'm planning on doing something stupid. I made a promise to my mom to keep my head down and come home to you guys and I plan on doing that. I just want to know that Rachel will be taken care of if I can't keep that promise.
Love you guys,
Finn
He sealed the letters in their separate envelopes and went to mail them off. His smile had slowly fallen away as he wrote the letter to Kurt, but it had to be done. When he returned to the tent he fell onto his cot and took out a picture of New Directions that he had with him. His extended family was smiling back at him and it helped him to relax. They would be there for him and Rachel no matter what. He fell asleep dreaming about them and their journey together. It was a crazy, drama filled ride, but he wouldn't have traded it for anything.