Fan Fiction
This story has been set to a rating of PG-13. Age verification is required to proceed.
Lest I Forget (23)
“You’re not?” I asked, suddenly incredibly apprehensive. Maybe she’d changed her mind; maybe she didn’t think we were ready…
She must have seen the wheels turning in my head, because she took my hand. “No, baby, it’s not that at all. I’m really happy too. I guess I’m just afraid to get too excited about it in case something happens.”
“Would you rather we not go through with it?” I asked quietly. To hear her say that she didn’t want to try was the last thing I wanted, but I could see why she’d be having second thoughts. I wouldn’t hold it against her if she wanted to put a stop to the process. I glanced out the car window and saw the Hyundai turning onto the street. “I can call Helena and tell her…” I started, getting my cell phone and opening it before she put her hand on mine.
“No, it’s not that. I don’t see any reason we’d get denied, I guess I’ve just learned not to get my hopes up. It makes it hurt too much when what I want doesn’t happen,” she said in a soft confession.
“Yeah,” I replied. It made sense, the way she was feeling. I didn’t like to think of the possibility that things wouldn’t turn out once I had an idea in my head, but I could understand her train of thought. “If my cancer makes it so we don’t get to take her home, I’m really sorry.”
Alice leaned over and kissed my cheek. “Don’t even think about that, sweetie. You heard what Helena said. And even if that somehow makes a difference, which I don’t think it will, it isn’t your fault. So don’t apologize.”
“Okay,” I agreed, but my giddy mood had been tamed by the conversation. Not by much, but I wasn’t practically leaping into the air anymore. Which was probably a good thing, considering I was in a moving vehicle.
We got to the hospital a few minutes after everyone else. They were standing by the main entrance waiting for us, and Helena spoke to the woman at the reception area and was back momentarily. “Shane and Jenny, I’m sorry, but you’ll have to stay out in the hallway with me. Since the baby is so young, only Alice and Dana will be allowed into the nursery.”
Comments
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.



MaGoose is right on. Thank you very much for posting another wonderful chapter so quickly. Even at the state A was in, she was still adorable. I love how the family were often together for each other. Shane naming Kallie was perfect. Obviously Kallie was brought up with lots of love and care by A & D. I am especially pleased that D finally revealed her enthusiasm of having Kallie in their lives. I was not 100% sure from the last post. Excellent as always. Looking forward to more.
Wow just got caught up on your last post and here you are :D..After following how their friendship has been for forty odd years, find it fitting that Shane named Kallie. Nice reversal with Al getting nervous while Dana gets more excited…excellent chapter.
You really are on a roll with this story. Awwwwwwwww… Love it!!! This chapter made me feel so warm and gooey inside. Again — so glad Dana continues to do well and that Alice is having some progress, too. I think they both know she will never be the same, but, they seem to be accepting what she will be able to do and preparing for what she won’t. And I am sure there will be good days and bad days but I do like the positive note they have going now. The connection between Alice/Dane and Kallie is beautiful. I think they are all lucky to have found each other. I am sure it will not be easy, but, they seem to know what they are in for. And, once again, love the friendships here with Shane and Jenny wanting to see the baby. The naming thing was perfect. I was wondering about “Kallie” — it is not a conventional name. It was very interesting that Alice wanted the middle name to reflect her mother. Wonderful update, MT!! Thank you so much!!
long time no write! I just wanted to pop out and let you know that i’m still your staunch supporter here and that i’m thrilled about this happy danish moment.Yay, i love it when you feel you can’t be any happier. Now, could you bring that to the “present” and make Alice sing or something? too soon? humming then? Anyway,thanks for the chap, you rock MT!