16 Pregnant & The Mom

Ch. 12 Sick & Depressed

Author's Note: Thank you for all the great reviews. The next chapter will focus around Melissa. She will be getting a new friend. The team will be tied to this new friend. Thank you again for the support.

Cindy

(Dave's point of view)

Poor Melissa has a terrible cold. She has also been depressed. At seven months pregnant her life has changed so much. Last month when the show down with Howard happened she acted like it didn't affect her. Erin and I knew it had affected her as well as her siblings. Erin and I have both tried to talk to her.

I had went by and got Melissa some soup from a diner near by. Erin was working late. Erin had given me a key a few weeks ago. I decided to go on in the house in case Melissa was asleep. I didn't want to wake her.

I heard Melissa crying. I rushed over to the couch. She didn't stop crying. I hugged her and waited. Finally she calmed down.

"What's wrong Sweetie?" I asked concerned.

"I shouldn't be upset." She responded annoyed.

"Tell me what's going on. I'll do my best to fix it." I said.

"It doesn't need fixing." Melissa said stubbornly.

"Melissa please talk to me." I begged honestly worrying.

"Chris is dating my ex-friend Tiffany. Two of my friends from school finished early. None of my old friends even return my calls. I feel lonely." Melissa vented.

"Chris is a loser. Tiffany isn't a true friend and never was. I'm sorry you've been lonely. Maybe we could look into a teen mother's support group." I suggested.

"Dave you're awesome." She said now smiling.

"Eat your soup." I said laughing.

"Can you make me some tea?" Melissa asked.

"Sure no problem." I answered.

Erin called a short time later. I told her about Melissa being upset. She suggested that we spend some extra time with Melissa. Since the team was off I suggested a cookout. Erin agreed quickly. I was sure she knew the team would be good company.

The cook out went great. Melissa had a great time. Melissa spent time with everyone. She and JJ talked a lot. Erin was anxious at first. The team acted different. They acted like they normally do when Erin isn't around. Aaron was the best at talking with Erin. Jack really liked Erin and she enjoyed him as well.

I heard Penelope mention her nephew would be visiting soon. He's 17 years old. This would be the first time he traveled alone. Penelope suggested that he might like to meet Melissa. Melissa seemed nervous about that.

Garrett had called Erin on Sunday. He asked to speak with me. I was a little surprised he usually called my cell to talk to me. Garrett said he was concerned about Erin. He said she seemed to be worrying more than ever.

I promised Garrett I would keep an eye on Erin. I also talked to Garrett about Melissa. He said he too had noticed his sister's depression. He asked that I look after his littlest sister as well. I told him about everything.

Garrett was going to try and get home the next weekend. I hoped Amber could come as well. I knew they could cheer Melissa up.

The week was long. We had been on a case in Mississippi. I checked on Erin and Melissa as often as I could. They seemed okay. Both of them were looking forward to seeing Amber. Garrett was going to be unable to be there this weekend.

I talked with Erin about a spa that had a special for pregnant women. Erin checked with Melissa's doctor. They agreed it would be a good idea. So I made Erin, Amber, and Melissa appointments. I paid ahead so they wouldn't worry. I knew Erin would be mad though.

I returned on Sunday. Amber was still there. She didn't have to return to school until Tuesday. I was glad to get some time to talk with Amber. I knew she had been closest to Howard. She seemed okay but I made her promise to lean on me. She gave me a big hug and agreed happily.

I was happy to see Erin and Melissa were much more relaxed. Erin did get a little upset for me paying for the spa. Melissa seemed better. I was glad the female bonding had brightened her spirits. I just hoped it would last for a while.