Hey guys! So this chapter is kind of the beginning process of healing. However, there's going to be some bumps in the road. What they are I will not tell you. However in the end, it works out. Enjoy! The chapter title is from the song "We are Young" by Fun. I DO NOT OWN ANYTHING!
Finn went back to the therapist a few more time for the next couple of weeks. He not only talked about his issues with Rachel, but he talked about his job related stress as well and losing his friend.
It was now Wednesday and it was time for Finn to go back. This time, instead of talking, Artie had an idea to start treatment. HE had no trouble with telling Finn what is was.
"So, Finn I have an idea for you." Artie said with a smile.
"Oh yeah? What's that?"
"Well, based on what I heard, it sounds to me that a part of you really wants to make your marriage work again. So I am going to give you a little homework to do."
Finn nodded curiously. "Go on."
Artie then reached into his bag and handed him a blank notebook and a stack on pens. When Finn looked up in confusion, Artie then spook. "I want to you to think of all the reasons why you love Rachel, Finn. Write down as many as you can. Take your time with too, Finn. I don't want you to give this to me. I want to talk to you about it when you feel that you have it done or close to being done."
Finn sighed and looked down at the notebook. Then he looked up and nodded. "Yeah. Ok."
Artie smiled before giving him a serious look. "Think really hard and take your time. There is no pressure."
With that said, Finn left the room. He had a lot to think about. But for some reason, he felt that this might actually work.
Rachel was sitting at the coffee shop waiting for Jessie to arrive. She felt a hint of nervousness and she didn't know why. After all, he was her friend.
Rachel's train of thought was interrupted when she heard the door of the restaurant open. She looked up and smiled when you saw Jessie walk over to the booth. "Hi Rachel." He said gently.
Rachel then stood up and gave him a hug, which he happily accepted. She then pulled away and gave him a warm smile.
"Hi Jessie. How are you? Anything thing new?"
Jessie just shrugged his shoulders. "Nothing new, really. Same old same old. How about you? How are your dads?"
"He's doing well. My papa is too. But I know it's hard on him when it comes to not being able to hear daddy's voice." Rachel sighed, "I just wish I could help them out more than I do."
Rachel felt a strong hand on hers and she looked up to see Jesse with a sympathetic look on his face.
"Rachel, I'm so sorry."
Rachel took a deep breath. "Don't be. I just really wish I could help my papa with some of the things that my daddy needs."
Jessie looked at her curiously. "What kind of things?"
Rachel thought for a moment. "Well, he definitely needs a new wheelchair. One that has a switch that can move his chair automatically without someone having to do it for him. He can more his hands a bit. But not much." Rachel took another moment to think and then continued to speak. "A new hospital bed needs placed in the living room. I feel bad, knowing that nurses have to come every morning and help my dad get up and down the stairs. He really just needs a bed in the living full-time."
Rachel let out a big sigh, "But those are just so expensive, and insurance can't cover it."
Jessie nodded his head and then tilted his head and studied her for a few moments. He then said quietly, "I think they are lucky to have a daughter like you."
Rachel gave him a sad smile. "Thanks Jessie."
Jessie then squeezed her hand. "I think they will find a way to pay for that stuff. If anybody deserves to have the things they need to make life easier for them, it's your parents."
Rachel gave him and s bigger smile and then reached over and hugged him. But this hug made her feel weird.
Before she could think about it any longer, she pulled back as the waitress came and took their order.
Jessie then started another conversation. "So have you auditioned for any new shows lately?"
"Yes! Yes I have. But there is one show that I will really want to be in."
"Oh? And what might that be?"
"Funny Girl." Rachel said with a beaming smile. "It's been a dream of mine to play it. Ever since my dads showed me that movie, it made me want to be a Broadway star."
As Rachel spook these words, she couldn't help but think of Finn. She remembered telling these exact words to him once when they started dating. She loved how his eyes lit up and sparkled when she talked about her wanting to be a Broadway star. He never judged for anything.
Jessie then interrupted her train of thought. "Have you auditioned for it yet?"
"No. Auditions aren't for another month. Why?"
Jessie smiled at her. "Well, I happen to know one of the producers who is running the auditions. If you want, I could put in to good word for you."
With a squeal, Rachel launched at him and gave him a big hug. "Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!" Rachel exclaimed getting louder each time after she said thank you.
Jessie laughed and pulled away. "No problem, Rach."
Rachel then felt her shoulders tumble a bit. Nobody ever called her by her nickname. Only Finn.
"You…" Rachel trailed off as she tried to ignore that thought of Finn in her mind. "You are awesome Jessie. Thank you."
"Anytime Rachel."
Rachel and Jessie then changed the conversation, not talking about Broadway one bit.
When Rachel went home that night, all she could think about was Jessie. And, somehow, no matter how hard she tried not to, Finn.
Hmm…..what's going to happen now?
