Jane told me she loves me… and that she's in love with me too! I still can't believe it. Yesterday may have just been the best day of my life. Hearing her tell me that she felt the same way about me just made me love her even more. We spent the night together after we confessed our feelings to one another, wrapped in each other's arms and just slept. I woke up next to her with her arms wrapped around me and though I'd woken up like that many times before, it felt different this time. It feels different now that I know she feels the same for me.
We've talked of our relationship, saying that we should take it slow. That is something we both agree on. Even though she is practically living with me, I don't want to rush anything else. Neither of us has been in a same-sex relationship before, so we have agreed to take this a step at a time and not to get ahead of ourselves. She wants to court me. She wants to get to know me on a different level. Sure, we already know so much about one another, but now we will delve deeper into each other's pasts and experiences as well as plan our future as a couple together. I for one, can't wait.
There's something about the way she looks at me that just unravels me to my very core… like she can see right through me, and into my very soul. Then she shows me that smile that just drives me crazy and I fall in love with her a little more. The fact that we are now a couple definitely has its perks. We touch one another whenever possible, whether it be a hand on a shoulder or a quick peck on the cheek. She's like a magnet I'm drawn to, I just can't resist her charm.
Tonight is our first official date together and I'm rather nervous about it. We decided that we'd wait until my cast was off, something for which I'm quite grateful. She accompanied me to the doctor this morning and upon another evaluation, it was decided that it could come off. I'm to start my physical therapy this coming Monday, which is something that I'm hesitant about. I want to be able to regain full function of my hand, of course, but I'm not looking forward to the therapy. I know Jane will be with me the whole way…
She said the date was going to be very casual, to dress appropriately. She knows how much I love my dresses and warned me that it wouldn't be appropriate attire for tonight. I think I've finally found a good outfit…
The doorbell ringing certainly surprised Maura. She couldn't possibly understand who could be calling today. Putting on her earrings, she headed to the door and opened it. She laughed instantly.
"Jane, why are you ringing the doorbell? You have a key; you should've let yourself in!"
"Ah, that's where you're wrong, my dear. You see, we, as in you and I, are going out on a date. I wanted to do it properly… ring the doorbell and pick you up and all. Are you ready to go?" Jane asked, a smile gracing her features.
"Yes! Let me just get my purse."
"You won't need your purse, Maur. Here, these are for you." Jane handed over a colorful bouquet of roses.
"Jane, they're beautiful. Thank you! Let me put them in some water before we head out."
Jane walked into the foyer and waited patiently for Maura. She came back a couple of minutes later, ready to go.
"So are you telling me where we're going?" Maura asked Jane enthusiastically.
"Nope."
"I didn't think so."
"Come on Maur, it's all part of the fun."
The drive didn't really take too long. Before they knew it, Jane was parking the car.
"Boston Common?" Maura asked.
"Trust me Maur…"
"I trust you." Maura looked into Jane's eyes for a few seconds, communicating what words couldn't. She caressed Jane's cheek before giving her a slow, sensual kiss.
Jane was taken aback, pleasantly surprised. "Uh, I forgot what I was gonna do…"
"We're at the park…"
"Oh, right!" Jane headed back to the trunk of her car and pulled out a picnic basket along with some blankets.
"We're having a picnic?" Maura stated with a smile.
"We are. I thought we'd celebrate you finally having all your casts off with a nice bottle of your favorite wine, some takeout, and some star gazing."
"That sounds so romantic, detective."
"Yeah, well don't tell anyone." Jane chuckled.
"I won't. I like the idea of having this side of you all to myself. Here, let me help you with something."
"Nope, I got this. Just lead the way. Find us a good spot."
Maura navigated them both through the park with ease, having been at Boston Common quite frequently. She remembered an area she liked, right by the pond, and headed in that direction. Once she found a quiet place with not too many people, she turned to Jane an declared their arrival.
"I think this works great. What do you think?"
"I like the spot, Maur. Let's eat!"
Jane went about setting the blankets while Maura unpacked the basket. Jane had bought Chinese from their favorite place, making it easier to eat out of the containers. The talked and laughed throughout dinner, enjoying the wine and the company each brought to the other. There were many a stolen glances while the two stared up at the night sky, making out objects out of the stars.
"Look! There's the little dipper!" Jane said as she traced an outline to make her case.
"You're right, Jane. That's Ursa Minor… more commonly referred to as the 'little dipper'. I didn't know you knew constellations"
"Well, I just know that one and the big dipper… that's about it. But I do enjoy looking at the stars. I would definitely be open to learning more about them."
"I could teach you about them, if you'd like."
"That's right. I have my googlemouth girlfriend." Jane said with a smile.
"Googlemouth?" Maura asked puzzled.
"It's my term of endearment for you, sweetheart. You're a walking encyclopedia. Why would I need to go online to research information on Google when I have you?"
"Oh…"
"I didn't mean it in an offensive way, Maur. I think it's cute. I like that you're such a genius."
Maura blushed. "No one has ever told me that before… they usually just make fun of my knowledge."
"You'll never have to worry about that coming from me. If I ever hear of anyone making fun of you, I'll kick their ass."
"Come on Jane, that's hardly necessary."
"Hey, no one makes fun of my woman."
"Thank you, for always looking out for me, for protecting me." Maura leaned into Jane's embrace.
"That's what I'm here for, my adorable googlemouth… and don't you forget it." Jane finished, kissing Maura on the temple before they both resumed their star gazing.
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