Tears Fallen For You - Chapter 6

Chapter 6

I walked into Crystal’s room around 4pm to see her crashed out on the floor, lying across her dolls.

“Crystal, Crystal, Crystal.” Sara said shaking her head, while heading towards her.

Sara picked Crystal up and put her into her bed. She decided she would let her sleep until dinner was ready, which she hasn’t even started.

‘It may be a long night.’ Sara thought for a moment as she stood there admiring her daughter. She then turned towards the door, and headed to the kitchen.

Sara was just about to start dinner when she remembered she needed a babysitter tomorrow. She picked up the phone and dialed RJ’s number. The phone rang 4 times, and then there was a voice on the other end. It was Kay.

“Hey Sara.” Kay said.

“I was wondering if you guys could watch Crystal tomorrow, I have some things I needed to do.” Sara lied.

“Sure, we are gonna have Carter over anyway. So Crystal will have a friend.” Kay said.

Carter was Kay’s friend Haley’s 6 year old son. Sara thought he was adorable with his sandy blonde hair, and bright blue eyes.

“Why are you guys babysitting him?” Sara asked.

“Haley’s boys Anthony and Hank have a basketball game.” Kay replied. She then shouted “The towels are in the dryer still! Don’t take a shower without getting one first; I don’t want water tracked throughout the house!”

Sara figured she was screaming at RJ because he started the shower. He did that when he was younger too.

“Still doesn’t know to get a towel first?” Sara said laughing.

“How did you guess?” Kay said laughing uncontrollably.

“The boy hasn’t changed one bit since he was younger.” She replied, “Well, I should get going I still have to cook dinner.” She continued, looking into the refrigerator looking for the ground beef.

“Bye.” said Kay hanging up the phone. Sara sat the phone done on the counter and began to boil water. She had decided they would have spaghetti for dinner. As she finished up the dinner she heard little noises coming from Crystal’s room. ‘Crystal must have woken up, and just in time!’ Sara thought.

“Hi momma. Do I smell ‘getti?” She said.

Sara laughed at the way she said spaghetti. “Honey, it is ‘Spaghetti’, not ‘getti.”

“Oh…Well, is it ready? My tummy is making funny noises. It wants food.” Crystal replied with a shy giggle.

“Yep. I am making your plate right now.” Sara said grabbing a plate from the cabinet, and started to put the food on it.

“Okay!” Crystal said sitting on the floor waiting for her food.

“Why don’t you go sit at the table, or have you decided to eat on the floor tonight?” She said looking at her daughter with a smirk across her face.

“I wanna sit on the floor!” Crystal said crossing her hands over her chest and sighing heavily.

“If you say so, I suppose you can.” Sara said shaking her head. ‘What a handful, I don’t even wanna know what it is gonna be like when she is a teenager.’ She thought. “Oh boy.”

“What mamma?” Crystal said as Sara handed her the plate to sit on the floor.

“Nothing Honey, just thinking.” She replied.

“Oh, okay!” Crystal said digging into her food.

Sara made her own plate and sat down at the breakfast nook to eat. Well, she tried to eat. She barely made a dent into her pile of spaghetti; instead all she could think about was the future. Wondering if Crystal was going to be too hard for her to handle, and that she is going to forget everything about her father.

“All done!” Crystal said interrupting Sara’s thoughts.

Sara looked down at her daughter; it looked like she had more spaghetti on the floor and on her clothes than she did in her stomach! The once white tile will have a reddish tint to it.

“It probably would have been best to let you eat shirtless, wouldn’t have it?” Sara said taking off Crystal’s clothes, and beginning to clean up the giant mess she made.

“The ‘getti was yummy, Mommy!” Crystal said clapping.

“Did you even eat any of it? Or were you having too much fun painting the floor red?” Sara said with a smirk.

“Uhh… both!” Crystal replied jumping up from the ground.

“Now let’s get you cleaned up.” Sara said putting the dishes into the sink and picking up Crystal holding her out as far as possible so she wouldn’t get spaghetti sauce on her clothes.

 By the time Crystal was cleaned up it was 7pm, so Crystal watched TV while Sara did the dishes.

“Mommy, come change the channel, I don’t like Dora, because it’s for babies.” Crystal said sitting on the couch.

“Well, then what do you want to watch? Is Charlie and Lola fine?” Sara said clicking through the channels from the kitchen.

“Ugh… I guess so!” Crystal said with a sigh. Sara put the TV on Charlie and Lola and continued to do the dishes.

 The dishes were soon finished and it was time for Crystal to get to bed. Sara tried her best to get her daughter to go to her room to sleep, after thirty minutes she had Crystal asleep. Now she had to get in the shower and get ready for bed, she had a big day tomorrow; a day without a loud toddler ruining her chances for loving.

Tears Fallen For You - Chapter 5

Chapter 5

As the sun broke through the clouds Sara woke up. She climbed out of bed and walked to the kitchen for some coffee, her new obsession. She sat at the breakfast nook looking out at the beautiful high rise buildings and mountains behind it.  As Sara sat there admiring Denver her cell phone started to buzz on the counter. ‘Damn it. I forgot to call off work; they are probably calling to ask why I’m not there.’ She ran to the phone to see who it was, praying it wasn’t work. Sara smiled looking down at it, it was Blaze.
“Sara?” Blaze said.
Blaze! I was hoping you would call! Sara said happily.
“Couldn’t wait to talk to you again. I...Uh...Was wondering if you wanted to hang out.” He replied.
“Well, as you know I have my daughter, and the babysitter is at school, so do you wanna come over?” Sara said jumping up and down like a little girl.

“Sure, same building I met you at right?” he replied, he seemed pretty happy.

“Yup, floor 17, apartment A. I am gonna give you a warning, I just woke up, and I don’t feel like getting dress and all dolled up, so I will look pretty bad.” Sara said with a giggle.

“See ya in a few then.” Blaze said.

Sara then hung up the phone and let out a happy sigh. Today was going to be a good day, she knew it.

Even though she knew she still loved Charlie with everything she had, she somewhat felt connected to Blaze. It seemed to be density that Sara and Blaze met. And Sara couldn’t help but smile.

“Mommy?” Crystal said as she yawned. She was standing in the doorway of her room with her hair standing up on ends and pajamas all messed up.

“Oh Crystal, what are we gonna do with you? Mommy has a friend coming over and I don’t want you to scare him off!” Sara said walking towards Crystal shaking her head jokingly.

“Mommy? Don’t I look pretty, like sleeping beauty?” Crystal replied, wrapping her hands around her mother.

“Of course you do darling.” Sara said laughing. She then carried Crystal into her room to get her dressed for the day, and to attempt to tame the beast beneath her hair.

After Sara got done getting Crystal dressed she turned on the Sunday morning cartoons and began to make her breakfast.

“Are you making me French toast, mommy? ‘Cause I love French toast!” Crystal asked.

“If that is what you want.” Sara sighed at the thought of cooking; she was hoping to get away with just making her some cereal.

Sara finished making French toast when the door bell rang. She jumped up from her seat and ran to open it.

“Hi.” She said opening the door, “Don’t pay any attention to the mess. I haven’t gotten  around to cleaning yet today.” She continued.

“Its fine, my place is way worst, and I don’t even have a little adorable child running around.” He said automatically walking over to Crystal with a big smile on his face.

‘Awesome!’ Sara thought for a moment while watching Crystal talk up a storm to Blaze, ‘They already like each other, this may work out.’

“Mommy, I am gonna go play in my room. I miss my dollies.” Crystal said.

“I thought you didn’t like your dollies anymore.” Sara said with a smirk.

“Well...uh… I like them again!” Crystal said running to her room, embarrassed.

An hour had passed since Blaze has arrived and they have been non-stop laughing the whole time.

“I think I really like you, Sara…” Blaze said blushing.

“You think?” Sara said teasingly, “Well, I really like you too.”

‘Am I moving on way too fast? I did just lose Charlie last week, but Blaze does make me happy.’ Sara thought to herself, ‘if I really like him should I go for it?’

“Do you wanna watch the football game with me?” asked Sara.

“The Riders and the Titans?” Blaze asked with a smile.

“Yup. Please tell me you’re rooting for the Riders!” Sara said laughing.

“Well, I am a Titans fan, so I’ll make you a bet. If the Titans win I get another date…and a kiss.” He replied with a devious smirk.

“Deal, but if I win you have to clean my whole apartment, to my expectations.” She said plopping down on the couch.

“You’re on!” Blaze said lightly sitting down next to her.

Sara loved that she could be herself when she was around Blaze. She could act silly and crazy, he didn’t even mind.

The game soon came to an end, and the game was close. 32-30. The titans won.

“I suppose I should be heading home, but first I think you owe me something.” Blaze said extremely happy that he won the bet.

“I suppose I do.” Sara said walking closer to him. He pulled her tightly against his chest and kissed her with force. Sara’s knees began to weaken. Right before they gave out he released his lips and pulled away only inches from her face, with a grin.

Wow was Sara’s only comment. ‘That was intense, I felt something, I never have before. Maybe this was meant to be.’

“I’ll be seeing you soon?” Blaze questioned, still grinning.

“Tomorrow? Your place this time? I can leave Crystal with my brother, she misses them anyways.” Sara said giving him a quick hug.

“See ya.” He said dropping his hands from around her and walking out the door

Tears Fallen For You - Chapter 4

Sara made her way up to her apartment, opened the door and sat her high heels down. She then made her way to the phone.
'10 new voicemails, holy shit!' Sara thought. All ten messages were from Ronnie Joe and Kay. What was she going to do; she abandoned them at the funeral home. She then picked up the phone and dialed the number.
"Sara! Finally!" RJ screamed from the other end.
"Sorry, I just needed some time alone. I am okay now." She replied.
"Do you want us the come over with Crystal, or do you want her to stay with us tonight?" He asked eager.
"Uhh .You guys can all come over. I wanted to tell you guys something too." Sara replied slowly, making sure she wanted them to come over.
"Okay, we will be over in 20." said RJ. Then the phone went blank. Sara sat the phone back onto the receiver and made her way to the bathroom.
'Oh Sara, what are we going to do with you?' She asked herself looking into the mirror. She was a mess. Sara then quickly undressed to take a shower.
After Sara finished her shower she ran to the dresser to throw on a pair of pajama pants, a tank top, and threw her long black hair up into a messy ponytail. As she closed her dresser draw the door rung. 'Perfect timing!' Sara thought, running to the door to answer it.
“There you are mommy!” Crystal screamed running up to Sara as she opened the door.
“I missed you sweetie! What did you do today?” Sara said.
“Well, we went to the icecream shop, and to the park!” Crystal said quickly.
“You took her to the icecream shop in November?” Sara said giving a glare at Ronnie Joe.
“She wanted icecream, and I couldn’t tell that cute little face no.” RJ said with a smirk.
“You really know how to get what you want, don’t you?” Sara said attacking Crystal with tickles.
“Stop it mommy that tickles!” She said laughing.
Sara put Crystal down and let her go to her room to play. Crystal stopped in mid-run, turned around and screamed “I love you mommy! I love you this much!” Opening her arms up as wide as possible, and then continued to her room.
They couldn’t help but laugh uncontrollably.             
“So what did you want to talk about?” Kay said.
“Well..You see..” Sara said thinking about what she wanted to say. She thought about telling them about Blaze, but she decided she wouldn’t tell them yet. ”I wanted to say I am extremely sorry about the way I acted today. I was a totally mess. So,” Sara paused and put her head down. “I am extremely sorry. Not just about this, about everything. The way I acted toward you guys for the past few years. I have been so rude, I just want to take the time and apologize.” Sara said slowly, making sure she didn’t say anything wrong.
“Honey, we understand. It is fine. You hurt us in the beginning, but over the years we have forgotten that it ever happened. You have been through a lot, and we forgave you a while ago.” said Kay as she grabbed Sara shoulder, and then pulling her into a hug.
“We love you Sara. We always will.” RJ added also joining into the hug.
“Okay you guys, you know I hate being surrounded, can you give me some space.” Sara squealed.
“Sorry, sorry.” They quickly chimed at the same time, and then giggled.
“You guys are like a young couple in love.” Sara said.
“We are gonna head out, tell Crystal we will see her soon.” Kay said, as they walked to the door.
“Bye.” Sara said slowly. And just like that they were gone.
Sara headed to Crystal room to get her ready for bed.
“Are you ready to go to sleep?” Sara said.
“Mhmm.” Crystal said practically half asleep in her arms.
Sara just let her fall asleep in her arms after she changed her. These were the moments Sara wish never ended. But everything comes to an ending. She lightly put Crystal into bed, covered her up and kissed her forehead.
“Good night Crystal Mae.” Sara said while turning off the light, and exiting the room.
Sara went to sleep that night with a smile on her face. ‘So much can happen in one day. It is unbelievable.’ She thought drifting into a deep sleep.

Tears Fallen For You - Chapter 3

Chapter 3

    As Sara arrived at the apartment building she leaned against the side of the wall and slowly slid down the side. She was hurting, and she wasn't going to hide it. She was sobbing uncontrollable just when someone walked over to her and sat down beside her. 
"Are you alright Miss?" He said with his deep voice.
Sara didn't answer, she just continued to cry.
"Miss? Are you alright?" He asked yet again.
Sara finally looked up, into his deep blue eyes, and she was amazed. His eyes were gorgeous, and she couldn't help but to stare. 
"Yea, I am fine." She said softly, wiping her tears on her cheek.
"I don't think you are okay if you are sitting in front of an apartment building crying." He replied.
"You're right." She said looking down.
He gave her a little smirk. "I'm Blaze." 
"Sara." She said giving a little wave. 
They began to laugh from her silliness. Ever since she has lost Charlie she has been so down and sad. But at that moment she began to feel better, to be comfortable around someone, and this someone made her smile. 
"I think I should be heading home" Blaze said shyly.
"Oh. I understand." Sara said looking down.
"Give me a call if you ever need anything. Even you just need someone to talk to. I am always here." He said.
"I'll call you soon. Bye." Sara replied as Blaze helps her off the ground. 
Sara walked towards the front door and he walked down the street. She smiled, she was actually happy. Throughout everything this past week one thing has truly changed her view on life, and it was him.