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December 30

"Carly, are you dressed yet?" her mom Marlene called.

"Just about," she replied as the sales associate finished zipping her dress. Carly, Marlene, Jan and Ashley were all at the bridal boutique for one final dress fitting, and for most of the women, it would be the first time in seeing Carly in her dress.

Just then, Carly walked out of the fitting room and twirled in front of everyone as she heard everyone gasp and smile. She had decided on a simple vanilla colored strapless gown with beading on the bodice, and decided at the last minute to add a dark red sash, the same as the bridesmaids, around her waist in honor of Christmas. "So...what do you think?" she asked.

"Honey, you look beautiful!" Marlene exclaimed as she gave her daughter a hug.

"You definietly picked a beautiful gown!" Jan said.

"I agree with everyone. I think Ted is going to love it!" Ashley told her sister.

"You think so?"

"Of course. And I think he's going to like it so much that he will want to rip right off!" she exclaimed, causing the group of women to laugh out loud.

The group of women soon left the boutique, and when Carly got home, saw Ted in the bedroom getting ready for the rehearsal dinner. "Hey babe!" he exclaimed when she walked into the room.

"Hi," she said as she gave Ted a passionate kiss before heading to the walk in closet.

"Wow, now that isn't something you can just walk away from."

Carly giggled as she walked back into the bedroom, attempting to zip up her strapless dress. "I know it, and normally I would let you finish, but we have to be somewhere in a half hour."

"Yeah yeah," Ted said sarcastically. Carly giggled when she heard the disappointment in his voice. "That was really nice how Ashley's boyfriend is watching Alex during the rehearsal."

"I know it," Carly replied as the doorbell rang. "Speaking of the devil."

Carly sprinted down the stairs, and when she opened the door, Ashley's boyfriend, Chris stood in front of her. "Hey Chris. Thanks alot for babysitting for a couple of hours!"

"Hey no problem," he replied as he walked inside. "Where is the little guy?"

"Right here," Ted said as he walked down the stairs with the chubby infant in his arms. "Say hi Chris!" he said in a baby voice.

"Alright, well we are going to be at the Hilton Hotel obviously because that is where the ceremony is going to be, and we both have our cell phones," Carly explained as Ted helped her with her coat. "The rehearsal dinner should start around 7:30 in the Hilton's dining room. Alex's car seat and diaper bag are all sitting by the door-just make sure to pack a bottle or two when you guys leave."

"Alright, I think I can handle it," Chris said. Ted and Carly then left the house and headed toward the hotel. At first Carly didn't like the idea of having her ceremony in a hotel ballroom, but obviously the church didn't do wedding ceremonies during the week.

"Are you excited for tomorrow?" Ted asked as he grabbed Carly's hand.

"I am beyond excited! Mom took my dress back to the hotel, and everyone thought it was beautiful!"

"Can I ask what it looks like?" Ted asked with a mischeivous grin.

"Sorry, that isn't going to happen."

Within the hour, the rehearsal went well, as everyone was told where to stand and how long the ceremony was going to last. Soon, they were all sitting down to dinner, and as soon as drinks were served, Ted Sr. was the first to clinck his glass.

"I would like to start the toasts off tonight. First, I want to say congratulations to Ted and Carly. Even though you guys are already married and renewing your vows tomorrow, I'm sure I can speak for alot of us here tonight that it feels like your actual ceremony...mainly because most of us weren't there," he said as everyone chuckled. "Carly, you have been apart of this family since you were a teenager, and I can honestly say that Jan and I have not seen Ted as happy as he is since you guys have gotten together, and we are even prouder of the beautiful grandson you gave us. Ted and Carly, on behalf of Jan, we wish you lots of luck and happiness in the many years to come. We have no doubt you guys are going to make it. Congratulations!"

"Aww, thank you," Carly said as she stood up to hug Ted Sr., and giggled when Alex let out a few baby noises, almost in agreeance. As Best Man, Mike then stood up to start another speech, and Ted lovingly squeezed Carly's hand.

"I love you," he whispered.

"I love you," she replied, smiling.

The rest of the night was filled with a great dinner served by the hotel and more heartfelt speeches from friends and family. After dinner, everyone stayed in the bar area to have a couple of drinks. As Carly took a sip from her Fuzzy Navel,she felt a pair of familiar arms wrap around her waist. "Do you want to go take a walk?" Ted whispered.

"Sure."

Carly then slipped her hand into Ted's as they walked through the bar, through the lobby and ultimately outside. "Man it's cold!" she exclaimed.

Ted chuckled as he rubbed his hands up and down Carly's arms. "You know, I'm going to miss you tonight."

Carly smiled as she wrapped Ted's arms around her. "I'm going to miss you too tonight. You know technically we don't have to spend the night apart-we're already married."

"I know, but I thought you wanted to do the traditional thing."

"I did...and I still do. It'll probably be alot easier to get ready in the morning if you aren't around."

"Gee thanks," Ted said jokingly.

"You know what I mean!" Carly exclaimed as she playfully hit his arm. "You know it's bad luck to see the bride before the ceremony. Besides, my mom and Ashley already took Alex back to the house, so if I changed my mind at the last minute, they would probably kill me."

Ted chuckled as he kissed Carly's cheek. "Why don't we go back inside. It's too damn cold!"

"Alright," she replied as they headed back inside the hotel. Once they walked back into the lobby, Ted and Carly headed toward the hotel room he would eventually share with Randy and Cody later that night. Once in front of the door, Ted pulled Carly in for a kiss.

"Are you sure I should trust you to share a room with Randy and Cody? I remember what happened the last time," she asked sarcastically.

"Hey! You know that won't happen tonight."

"Baby, I'm just giving you a hard time," Carly said with a smile. "Sorry, I just had to do it."

"That's alright-I deserve it. As soon as I walk in that room, I'm going to head to bed. I'm going to need plenty of rest for tomorrow."

Carly smiled as she leaned in once again for a kiss. "I should probably get going. I want to see Alex before he goes to bed."

"Will you do me a favor? Will you give him a good night kiss for me?" Ted asked.

"Of course I will. Sleep well."

"Well, I'll try. I'll probably have to cuddle up to a pillow and pretend its you."

Carly chuckled. "I'm sure you will manage. I love you. See you tomorrow?"

"I love you too, and I will definietly see you tomorrow," Ted said as he kissed Carly one last time, and went inside the room after he watched Carly walk away. He genuinely couldn't wait for tomorrow.

About an hour later, Ted was about to fall asleep when he heard his phone beep. It was a picture message from Carly. When he looked at the picture, he couldn't help but chuckle. The picture was of Carly and Alex, both looking happy. Good night daddy! We love you!, was the message underneath. After Ted saved the picture and set it on his main wallpaper, he texted Carly back.

Good night & sweet dreams. I love you guys too!