A/N: Here's the next chapter! Thank you for all the feedback; I really appreciate it!
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September 18th, 2010 9:30 am
I can see clearly now, the rain is gone,
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
Unable to sleep that early morning, Gabi had gotten up, got dressed, and left the house without a note. Driving through the quiet streets of Albuquerque, a landmark of sorts caught her attention before she drove through the gates.
Parking the car near the big oak tree, Gabi quietly got out of the car before going and searching for the place she was looking for. Picking up the tattered teddy bear, Gabi held it close to her.
It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright)
Sun-Shiny day.
It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright)
Sun-Shiny day.
"Hey my sweet boy. It's mommy." Looking at the still spotless grave, Gabi shook her head. "I know it's been a while but too much has been going on."
Placing the bright yellow tulips on the grave, Gabi hugged her knees closer to her chest. "Your daddy and I got great news a couple of weeks ago but you probably all ready know. You're getting a brother or sister in March."
Looking at the bright blue sky, Gabi smiled a little. "You will always be in our hearts little man . . . never doubt that. You're our ray of sunshine, our first born. We will always and forever love you sweet baby."
Her cell phone ringing broke the peaceful early morning. Looking at the caller I.D., she cussed before picking it up.
"Good morning, husband."
"Good morning wife. Where are you at this ungodly early morning?" Troy's voice came over the phone.
"Sitting at Ethan's grave." Gabi paused. "I had to talk to him."
Troy bobbed his head before remembering his wife couldn't see him. "I understand Gabs. Wanna meet for breakfast somewhere?"
"Not up for cooking, Bolton?"
A snort followed by a chuckle was all she heard. "Troy?"
I think I can make it now, the pain is gone
All of the bad feelings have disappeared
"Not at all . . . besides the kitchen is kinda messy."
Rolling her eyes, she cussed her husband for not able to pick up the mess. "So clean it up."
"Gabi . . ." His whining caused her to grin. "I don't know where to start."
"After breakfast, I'll teach you how to clean the kitchen properly. Now meet me at the diner in about ten minutes."
"Yes ma'am. I love you."
Gabi grinned happily. "I love you too Troy. See you soon."
Turning back to the grave, Gabi kissed the stone marking. "Your daddy's so cute, little man. He loves you just like I do."
Here is the rainbow I've been prayin' for
It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright)
Sun-Shiny day.
"Bye Ethan . . . I'll visit you soon."
And leaving behind the gravesite, Gabi headed back to her car before getting in. Driving out of the cemetery, Gabi headed towards the diner. Quickly pulling into a spot, Gabi grabbed her purse before heading inside.
Seeing her husband sit by Chad and Zeke, Gabi pulled out her chair before joining the conversation. "Good morning everyone."
Troy gave his wife a second look before smiling. "You're awfully chipper this morning. You were out of bed awfully early."
Shrugging her shoulders, Gabi flipped her hair over her shoulders before smiling. "I didn't sleep too well last night and didn't want to wake you up so I got up and ran some errands."
Look all around, there's nothin' but blue skies
Look straight ahead, nothin' but blue skies
Suddenly realizing there were other people at the table, Gabi blushed before addressing them. "Sorry! Good morning guys."
"Morning Gabi." Zeke and Chad both chuckled.
"How are you guys doing? Anything new going on?"
Both men shook their heads but the grins stayed in place. Gabi side looked at Troy before shaking her head. "And where are your two significant others?"
Troy, Zeke, and Chad all rolled their eyes before turning their attention to Gabi. "They're shopping . . . apparently, Taylor found the coolest wedding dress so they decided to go check it out."
The bell atop of the door chimed as the door was thrown open. Two bright looking faces entered before coming over to the table. "Good morning guys, Gabi. How are you guys doing?"
Gabi smiled at her two long friends. "Pretty well. How was shopping?"
"Great! I found a great wedding dress . . . I'll have to show it to you. How's the pregnancy going?" Taylor asked sitting next to Gabi.
Nodding her head, Gabi smiled. "Pretty well. We have another appointment next week so we'll see."
"How's life treating you, Gabi?" Sharpay asked putting her hand on top of Zeke's.
"Pretty well. Can't complain; the hospital is keeping me busy and Troy and I have been busy with plans."
I can see clearly now, the rain is gone,
I can see all obstacles in my way
The four traded looks before letting their eyes trail on Gabi and Troy. "What kind of plans?"
"Uh . . . you know . . . the everyday plans." Troy chuckled at his wife's lame try of keeping their secret a secret.
Sharpay and Taylor traded looks. "Uh huh Gabi . . . you're hiding something. Spill!"
Looking over at Troy, he nodded his head letting her know it was all right by him to tell their friends. "Troy and I came to a decision a couple of weeks ago."
"What kind of decision?" Chad asked eager to hear their friends' plan.
"The kind that involves everyone getting dressed up and going to a certain ceremony."
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright)
Sun-Shiny day.
It took the girls a second to figure it out. "You two are throwing a wedding?"
Troy grasped Gabi's hand before smiling. "We've decided that we want to get married again and have all of our friends and family there to celebrate with us this time."
"Congratulations you guys." Zeke grinned. "When are you thinking?"
"It won't be for a year or two." Troy looked at Gabi. "We're going to do it after the baby's here."
Taylor and Sharpay both squealed before jumping up and hugging their friend. "You two are going to be the cutest bride and groom ever!"
Gabi looked over her shoulder at her husband being congratulated before smirking at him. "Thanks! And I wanted to ask you guys . . . will you be my bridesmaids?"
Looking at each other, Taylor and Sharpay squealed before nodding. "We'd love to. Who else is in your wedding party?"
"You guys; Kelsi and Jason, Ryan and Nicole, and our siblings are in the wedding in various places." Gabi sat back down.
"That's awesome. Have you decided when and all that jazz?" Chad asked as Troy shook his head.
"Not yet . . . we just know we want to get married after the baby gets here." Pausing, he looked at his wife. "We could care less where we get married as long as you guys are there to share in the experience with us."
It's gonna be a bright (bright) bright (bright)
Sun-Shiny day
Oh what a bright (bright) bright (bright)
The news on that bright sunny day was the formal wedding of Troy and Gabriella Bolton. And the townspeople couldn't be happier that two of their own were finally getting that dream wedding thrown for them.
The song is "I Can See Clearly Now" by Johnny Nash. Did you think I left you guys? I'm sorry for the long time in between updating. HAHAHA I'm back now for good! Spring Break was definitely needed for me! But I'm back and I have about six weeks left of school and then it's summer for me! I'm soo excited.
