I do not own My So Called Life, the characters, or any song lyrics contained in this work of fiction. Danielle and Brian's kids are of my imagination. I based Rayanne's husband on AJ Langer's real life husband because I always pictured Rayanne dying from her addictions but I though well, what if she got herself together, found a fabulous husband, and was a Lady. No one who knew Rayanne would ever suspect her to be married to a Lord.

Scene: Danielle in her SUV going to pick up Sharon, a shopping bag from an upscale store in the seat next to her.

Danielle: (Voice-Over)

I really hope Sharon likes her early Birthday gift of this dress for her to wear tonight. I know her wardrobe consists of comfy mom clothing, but sometimes a girl just needs a new LBD to make her feel like a million. I owe her so much. Mom still has Wood and Jones and with dad and I having the restaurant, and Brian's photojournalism work, his parents are too wrapped up in books and studies to care for their grandkids, I lean on her so much. I hope she knows that even though she was Angela's best friend she is mine now too.

I also wish she could get away more for just a coffee with me, my girl needs some adult time. Thankfully she is not having any more kids. I know as soon as the last two get older we can have some time to hang out. I go to her anyhow.

As I got older I realized I had too many superficial friends, they were not there for me, they couldn't understand why I love Brian. He is not the nerd he once was. Ok he is a nerd, but he is my nerd. He got much hotter with age, his mop top is gone, his hair is dark blonde now and cropped short and he is all muscles. I love him. Anyhow, I got settled and they were still partying. We had nothing in common. Sharon was there for me though and I truly love her for that. She was always Brian's friend and my sister's friend so it was so natural when we become close.

Danielle parks the car and gets out in front of a large house that needs a bit of TLC. She goes to the door with the bag in her hand and knocks. Sharon answers and hugs her.

Danielle: Happy Birthday Early Sharon! I want you to have this little something from me; I got your gift now so you would have it for tonight. I know you never get to shop with Kyle's work schedule and all the little ones, so I got you this.

Sharon: Oh Danielle, how did you know I was a mess about what to wear?

Danielle: I did hear a million discussions between you and Angela in high school about wardrobe choices, and we are the same size so shopping for you was easy. I know how little you think of your own needs, and you put the kids first. My kids love Aunt Sharon. We all love you. I realize it is a couple of months early but you need it for tonight. If we get done in time hopefully we can find you a new pair of shoes to go with this. I was afraid to buy shoes without you.

Sharon: Oh Danielle I don't know what to say, this is gorgeous and so generous.

Danielle: I conspired with your mom, she is buying you the shoes you were just a pawn in my evil plan.

Sharon: Danielle what am I going to do with you.

Danielle: Keep being my best friend.

Sharon: Deal.

Danielle: Ok well off to my parents to get Angela we go then.

Sharon: Woo girl time. I forgot what this was.

Danielle: I solemnly swear there will be no talk of kids at the salon.

Sharon: I solemnly swear there will be no talk of kids at the salon.

Both: laughing

Scene fades as they get in the car, we then see the three of them getting the works at the salon, laughing and having a great time. Danielle is so happy to finally not get chased out of the room, she feels like she belongs. We fade back out of this to poor Kyle with his hands full with their two toddlers and their four school age kids, trying to feed them lunch. Sharon's mom is helping but chaos ensues. We then see Brian, the twins and little Brian having a calm but happy time eating the lunch Danielle had prepared for them.

We then see the girls all dressed up and ready to head out to the reunion. Sharon in her new clothing with her hair styled and her manicure and pedicure, looking relaxed for the first time. Her husband Kyle is looking good in his suit. We change to the Krakow living room where Danielle is in a red dress and Brian has on a suit with a red shirt and tie to match her. He is looking at her like she is the hottest thing on two legs. We change our view to the Chase residence; Rickey and his partner are in the living room. Angela walks down the stairs in a similar fashion to the way she does when she goes to the dance with Brian, unsure of herself. She looks amazing. Rickey has a tear in his eye. Her mom has her arms around him, complimenting his work.

Rickey: (Voice-Over)

I hope that Brian was right, that Catalano is going to be there tonight. I know he assured me that he would be but this is Catalano. Brian told me how much he asked about her and then he already knew all the answers. I know she is still in love with him after all these years; it is why she can't keep a relationship because no one else is Jordan. He has not been in the tabloids once for being attached to anyone, and I believe he still wants her as well. He has his act together although the whole musician thing scares me a little. I do know a ton of people in the industry through fashion and not one has spoken ill of him so I am hoping, praying he doesn't break her heart again. I don't know if she can take it. Hell, I don't know if I can take it.

Angela Chase is part of my family. Without her, Katimski and Joseph I would not be where I am today, so no one ever wants to hurt her on my watch. I think I may need to tell that to Catalano if I can get him alone.

Angela: I really feel like I am going to the prom guys, minus the corsage.

Rickey: You look beautiful.

Putting her arm around him and giving him a kiss on the cheek,

Angela: Thank You Rickey. I love the dress, and the shoes, you guys are too much. I don't know what I would do without you both, and the meals you provide me.

Rickey's partner: You complete our family; we both love you, as do the boys.

The three of them walk out the door to find a limousine waiting to take them to the convention center. We see Brian and Danielle arrive with their kids, and Sharon and her husband also arrive. The girls have their sleeping bags and back packs, Brian had Little Brian and his things in his arms.

Sienna and Saige: Auntie Angela you look pretty.

Angela hugs the girls.

Angela: Thank you, what would I do without my best buddies? I hear you are sleeping over at Grandma's. I am going to sleep over at your house so if we get in late we don't wake you.

Girls Awww.. We were going to wake up and see how much fun it was.

Angela: I will tell you tomorrow. Love you both now go in, Grandma is waiting.

Angela kisses her nephew as Brian carries him in.

Rickey: Well my big surprise is we are all going in the limo, in case any of us drink a bit too much this evening, we have our transportation covered.

Sharon: Rickey that is so generous of you,

Rickey: I would not be here today if all of you didn't help me make it through school. Plus it is far easier to gossip on the way home if we are all together.

Everyone gets in the limo and we see it pull away from the curb.

Scene fades out.