To See You Again Chapter 12
"It's such a time to be. It's such a time to be alive. It's such a mystery. So tell me all your secrets. Tell me what you wanted. How sweet this life is. I'll never let you go. Nothing compares to holding on to you. I love you more. This I confess to you."
Mommy Day Out
Today is "Mommy Day Out". Three months after giving birth to Michael Aaron, JJ and Emily decided that they needed to have a "Mommy Day Out." The day usually starts with going to a spa to have a massage and a facial. After, they will a late lunch and then go shopping. It was their day to pamper themselves and also for Will and Aaron to spend the day with their boys.
Will and Aaron usually took the boys to the park to play and then go for pizza or burger afterwards.
Since Emily works in a different department now, she and JJ hardly spend time together, except for their usual "Girls Night Out" with Penelope and "Mommy Day Out" with just the two of them.
She misses spending time with the team but especially JJ. She sees Penelope everyday though, often has lunch with her in her so called "cave" or they go out to lunch with Jordan. And although, not a day goes by that she and JJ don't text or call each other, they miss each other's physical presence. JJ was the sister she always wanted.
Even though the BAU has consulted with her on a couple of cases, she has yet to fly out with them, which she was thankful for. She preferred to be home with the boys when Aaron is out on a case with the team.
The day started with Emily and Aaron, who had fallen asleep together after their talk last night, in her bed, awakened by the smell of bacon and pancakes and the ever familiar shrieks and laughter from Jack and Michael Aaron. They could also hear Declan telling the boys to quiet down because Mom and Dad are still sleeping.
Aaron greeted her with a kiss on the lips.
"Good morning."
"Good morning to you, mister."
"Did you sleep well?"
"I sure did."
"So are you ready for "Mommy Day Out" with JJ?"
"I am."
"What time did JJ say they will be here?"
"She said they will be here around 10 o'clock. Our appointment is at 11, so we have a couple of hours."
"Why don't we head downstairs and join the boys for breakfast. Then after breakfast, you can get ready."
"OK. So what do you and Will have plan for the boys?"
"I think we will take them to the aquarium first and then grab lunch after. Come back here for the little ones to nap and then go to the park, after they take their nap."
"Wow, should JJ and I be jealous? You guys are so domesticated and if you look at it, sounds like you guys are having a family day out." Emily teased Aaron.
Aaron wrapped both his arms around her and whispered, "I could say the same about you and JJ. You know, both of you in the spa together, naked and getting a massage. That to me is totally, hot." Aaron teased back.
Emily loosens Aaron's arms around her and spun herself around. She is now facing him.
"Oh, Aaron you never told me that this was a fantasy of yours. You are one very naughty man. And I hate to squash on your fantasy but it ain't never going to happen."
She then cups his face and pulls him into a kiss.
They stayed kissing for a few minutes, reveling in their new relationship. They have around the issue for so long that to finally admit that they love each other felt so liberating.
He loved her soft lips and her smell.
She loved his strength and how gentle he is at the same time when he is holding her.
They continued to explore each other's mouth with their tongue until they heard Dylan's voice calling Jack.
"Jack, can you wake up Mom and Dad? It's time for breakfast."
"Okay, Dylan."
While Jack called Emily and Aaron, Dylan picked up Michael Aaron and placed him on his high chair. He also prepared his breakfast and sat next to him and started to feed the ever growing boy.
Emily and Aaron pulled apart when they heard Jack's footsteps and smiled.
"Did you hear Declan call us Mom and Dad?"
"Yeah, second time this morning."
"Are you okay with that?"
"I don't mind. Whatever Declan wants to call me is fine with me. What if Jack starts calling you Mom, are you okay with that also?"
"I'm more than okay with it. I think he finds it weird that Declan calls me Mom and Michael Aaron calls me "Mama" and he calls me Emily. Let's wait for the boys to bring it up then we can talk to them."
Just when Jack was about to open the door, Aaron opened it for him.
"Hey there buddy."
"Good morning daddy. Declan said to tell you and Mom that breakfast is ready."
"Okay."
Emily, Jack and Aaron made their way to the dining room.
After breakfast, Emily showered and got ready.
Declan and Jack cleaned up while Aaron took Michael Aaron to the bathroom and gave him a bath.
When Will, JJ and Henry arrived, Aaron was still in the shower while Declan was getting ready.
Emily was holding Michael Aaron and while Jack sat next to her watching television.
Jack answered the door when he heard the door bell.
"Hi Uncle Will, Aunt JJ and Henry. Come in."
'Hello there, Jack."
"Declan is getting ready and Dad is still in the shower."
Emily waved JJ and Will over to the living room.
"Sorry, Aaron just got done taking a shower. We woke up late. And our breakfast ran a little longer."
Just then, Declan walked in.
"Here's our master chef. He cooked us a delicious breakfast and fed the little one."
"Wow, Declan. Next time, we will come over so you can cook us breakfast too." Will said.
"Sure, Uncle Will. Maybe next time, you, Aunt JJ and Henry can sleep over and I can cook breakfast for all of us."
"That's a deal, buddy."
Just then, Aaron walked in, hair still wet.
"Hey, Will, JJ. Sorry, were you guys waiting long?"
"No."
"Come on, Emily, we don't want to be late for our appointment."
Emily got up from the sofa and handed Michael Aaron over to Aaron.
JJ kissed Will and Henry while Emily kissed Michael Aaron, Jack, Declan and finally, Aaron before leaving the house.
"Call me, if anything comes up."
"Enjoy your day, ladies."
When they go in the car, JJ turned to Emily, "Woman, you have some explaining to do."
Emily blushed. "I promise I will tell you at lunch."
After an hour of facial and an hour and a half relaxing massage, both JJ and Emily got dressed and made their way to Georgetown to have a late lunch.
JJ and Emily chose to go to their favorite Thai food place. They have not been there in awhile and both really love Thai food.
They sat in a quiet corner.
Emily and JJ ordered fresh spring rolls for appetizer. Then they shared a papaya salad and ordered pineapple fried rice and beef red curry. For dessert, they ordered dried banana with ice cream.
While they waited for their order to come, JJ and Emily talked.
"So, do you mind telling me about what I saw earlier?"
"Well, do you think it's a good thing? Me and Aaron?"
"What? Are you kidding me? Of course, it's a good thing. Em. We are not surprised at all. I mean, yesterday at Michael Aaron's party, we heard him call Hotch "Dada" and the look on his face, he was so proud."
"You we heard Declan call us Mom and Dad this morning, twice."
"Em, you, Aaron ad the kids, when you are out together, you look like a family. I mean, Declan may have blonde hair and all, but the way he is with you and when Aaron is throwing football with him a the part, they look like they are father and son. Declan is a really great kid."
"He is, isn't he?"
"That's a credit to you, Em. I told you before, I could see you being a mom and I never doubted that you would be an excellent mom."
"Thanks, JJ. Aaron and I, we talked last night. He told me how he felt and I told him how I felt. I was going through so many emotions leading up to Michael Aaron's birthday. I was feeling guilty about what I was feeling. I felt sad that Mitch wasn't here to see his son and I felt like I moved on so fast. It felt like I didn't even grieve for him, you know."
"Em, you did grieve. I was there, remember?"
Emily nodded.
"I finally admitted to myself that I have always loved Aaron. That was the thing I was battling with. I felt guilty. And I knew that deep down inside, and I don't know if this sounds harsh, but a part of me knows, that even if Mitch had lived, he and I would not have worked because Aaron always had my heart."
"That is the most romantic and heartbreaking thing."
"It is, isn't it?"
"We don't choose who we fall in love with, Em. Sometimes, we have to take the long road to get to our destination. Oftentimes, the road leading to that destination gets diverted. Sometimes, we are lucky enough to find our way back on that road. And sometimes, it takes another lifetime or two. You and Aaron, my dear, are lucky. I am so happy for you both."
"Thank you, Jen."
Just then, her phone vibrated. She looked at the caller ID and smiled.
"Hi."
The boys just wanted to say."
Aaron handed the phone over to Declan.
"HI Mom. What are you and Aunt JJ doing?"
"We are having lunch."
"Sorry, mom. I will see you later, when you get home. Here's Jack."
"HI, mom. Can I call you mom, please?"
"Of course, you can call me, mom sweetheart."
Her eyes started to well up. JJ handed her a napkin to wipe the tears.
"Where are you, Daddy, Uncle Will, Henry and your brothers doing?"
"We are having pizza right now. We went to the aquarium and Michael Aaron had lots of fun. He was loud though. He got very excited when he saw the colorful fishes and the sharks."
"You have to tell me more about it, when I see you at home, alright Jack."
"Okay, mom. Dad said I need to finish my food. Here's dad."
"Hi. I better let you go or else, JJ will kill me for intruding on your "Mommy Day Out."
"I can hear Michael Aaron in the background."
"Yes, he keeps saying "mama". I think he's upset that his brothers got to talk to you and he didn't. Here's just say "Hi."
"Mama. Mama."
"Hey there, baby."
The little boy smiled and clapped.
"I'm really going to hang up now. Bye, Em."
"Bye. I love you."
"I love you too."
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