Please enjoy this chapter!! Again I don't own the characters etc. The music for this chapter is "America" by Neil Diamond, "America the Beautiful" by Elvis, "Hound Dog" by Elvis, "Little Deuce Coupe/All Summer long" by The Beach Boys, "Surfin' Usa" by The Beach Boys. Ok I admit it I have a slight infatuation with them. Enjoy! Everyone have a great Thanksgiving!

BELLA/WENSDAY JULY 4TH

I drug myself out of bed and took a long hot shower. I dressed in work clothes as I did not want to spoil the outfit Alice had bought for me. I called Angela and Ben to let them know I needed them in the kitchen for final prep work. I headed downstairs to get a cup of coffee and noticed Alice not there. For once she decided to sleep in. She was one to be up at the crack of dawn but when it came to parties she slept for beauty. I let her sleep and made sure there was lots of coffee made. I never told her that we drank decaffeinated coffee. I was sneaky I just put the decaf in an old container. She never knew the difference and with all her energy she didn't need any help.

I enjoyed the silence as I knew this place would be hopping in a few hours. I took my last sip and put the mug in the sink. I walked over to the kitchen and walked into at make out session at the counter.

"Do I need to bleach the counters before we start?" I giggled at them. They just looked at me and shook their heads. We all laughed as we got our chef coats on.

I looked at the list and saw there was lots to do but it was all dish and serve. We kept the big containers of food and would dish out from there. Angela got the tossed salad ready to go and Ben was putting dressings in pretty containers that Alice got to match everything. Alice had wanted to hire waiters for this party but I told her no. We needed to keep it casual and not stuffy. I told her that the stuffy parties would come later on.

I still was not feeling well. Something was off and I just could not put my finger on it. We worked getting food sorted and ready. I realized it was nearing 11am. Our guests were going to start arriving soon. I needed another much needed shower. Ben and Angela headed up to get ready. I reminded them the colors of the day were red, white and blue. Alice would have a fit if we were not all coordinated. I walked over to the coach house. I walked into the garage and put my hand on my car. I still was in awe that my dad had done this for me.

I heard movement upstairs Alice must be up and ready to go. I heard a thunder of feet come down the stairs as I went to head up them. I ran right into Emmett's chest again

"Bella we really have to quit meeting like this." his laugh echoed. I loved hearing it.

"Sorry just heading up to get ready for the party. I will see you all in a while" I kind of gave him a half smile.

I heard the guys groan as I headed up the stairs. They must be admiring the new cars we had recently acquired. I went up to my room took another shower and put on the outfit Alice had laid for me. I put it on and pulled my hair up into a pony tail. I tied a ribbon around it and looked at myself in the mirror. I didn't look half bad. I as was going to head downstairs I heard everyone talking. They must have come upstairs after looking at the cars.

"Alice I can't believe your parents got you a new car! What are they going to do with the old one? How did Bella get hers? I just love hot rods just ask Emmett." She was giddy over the cars. Who knew?

"Both cars are hot! I just hope Bella lets me take a ride with her!" Emmett was just as giddy as Rose was.

"Mom and dad decided that now I was a business woman that I needed something that showed it. My old Porsche they are going to auction off at some charity auction in Seattle. Bella's dad bought the car when she was little. He slowly refurbished it and when her parents passed my parents took over. You should have seen the letter her mom wrote. Poor Bella just sobbed….." I heard Alice pause as I made noise coming down the stairs.

This was party day and I was not going to not enjoy it about being upset about missing my parents and what I have done. Everyone was looking at me and Edward had a soft smile on his face. I was beginning to see how quirky it was lopsided.

"What? Do I have something in my teeth or shit in my hair?" I shrugged my shoulders everyone just sat there looking me.

"No….you look beautiful Bella." Emmett replied. I noticed everyone was in red, white or blue. The guys were all in jeans with different color t-shirts. Rosalie had a beautiful sun dress on that had blue and white polka-a-dots on it. She had red accessories to complete it. Alice was wearing a blue wrap around top with white Capri's and had put on red strappy sandals. I headed out the door but Alice stopped me with a hug. She just smiled at me.

"I am heading over to get food put out. I am sure everyone will be starving when they get here. Did the beer, wine and punch get put out?" I looked at Alice and she nodded yes.

I headed out the door and went to the main house. Angela and Ben were already there working. I have to say I loved them dearly cause I did not have to tell them what had to be done they just did it. We carried out the salads and made sure they were on ice. I have to give it to Alice and that brain of hers. She had found these wonderful food coolers that could be used for parties like this. We could put dry ice in it and it would stay cold for as long as we needed it. It would be just our luck well my luck someone would get salmonella. There was another cooler for the meat and such. I realized we had two grills and one was already going with the salmon and halibut in it. I loved Ben's brain it was always thinking ahead. The other grill was for the hamburgers, hot dogs and portabellas. Alice must have had one of the boys put the speakers in the windows cause music was gently playing in the background.

I heard our parents in the back yard talking to the guys. From what Alice told me they were impressed with them. Rosalie walked into the kitchen to see if she could help. That was just like her. I just shooed her out and told her to enjoy herself. Emmett took over the grill that was just like him. He was wearing an apron that said…."Kiss the Chef." I don't know where he got it but it was funny.

There were a lot of people out in the yard when I came out to check on the food. The party was hopping and people seemed to be enjoying themselves. I noticed Mr. Xavier had arrived and went over to give him the biggest hug I could. I told him to enjoy himself and went on to meet the rest of our guests. Alice must have invited the whole neighborhood. There were so many people I did not recognize. Alice played the ever loving hostess and made sure I met each and every person there.

I went back and forth to make sure food was replenished and kept cold. I was not hungry for once but I made sure I kept hydrated. I just felt like shit. Hours went by and the party kept going. People started dancing on the lawn. I saw our parents start doing some funky dance when "Hound Dog" came on. I just shook my head and walked away.

Emmett, Jasper and Edward came over to me with what must be their parents. They looked really young. Their mother was beautiful and their father handsome. The gene pool must be very well equipped in that family.

"Mom and dad this is Bella. She is the one that made all the great food. We told you all about her. "I shook both of their hands. It was nice to finally meet them.

"Bella we are so glad to finally meet you. They have told us so much about you and Alice. Congratulations on your win at the Food TV competition too. We watched and were in awe every minute. You are welcome to take anyone of the boys at your beck and call. You bring out the best out of them. We will have you both over for dinner soon." Esme went on and Carlisle joined the conversation. I could tell they loved their boys. I went to get another bottle of water to drink and noticed Carlisle slap her ass. She just laughed and kissed him. They went back to dancing with the rest of the crowd.

Alice wanted me to say something. Public speaking was not my forte but I told her if she wrote it I would say it. Alice came over and grabbed me by the arm. By the way she was taking me to the porch I knew it was time to speak. I just hoped I would not make an ass out of myself. I heard the music was off and I silently cleared my throat.

"Alice and I would like to thank everyone for coming. The 4th of July is for celebrating what it is to be an American but it is also celebrating a dream of ours that came true. We want to thank each and ever one of you for making that dream come true. Mr. Xavier we thank you especially we love the house and we enjoy the surprises you keep leaving for us. For our parents we thank you for everything you have done. Especially taking me in all those years ago and believing in me……." I went to continue and the pain exploded in my body. The last thing I saw was the steps coming towards my face.