Written by Brianna Demonet
We sat down for dinner. Ian made a Bacon-wrapped pork roast. We had baked potatoes, spinach, and stewed tomatoes.
Hank poured everyone a glass of chilled Merlot. Ian carved the roast and served us.
We ate just like a regular family, Ian and Bree cut up the meat in small pieces for the girls. John and I smiled through dinner.
I was washing d...
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The following six weeks were very busy for me. My days were filled with schoolwork, and my nights were filled with dance, gymnastics, and Hap-ki-do class. It felt great getting back into my summer routine.
I was getting a straight A in Constitutional Law, but it wasn't easy. All the phrases and definitions of the different words and terms were a lot to g...
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As we walked in the house I could hear the girls giggling. James was cruising, trying to walk by holding onto the furniture. May was in the rocking chair with Caitlyn.
Becky was on the back porch with Cathy talking about something.
Ian was in his element in the kitchen.
Ree! Give me a hand, please? Asked Ian.
I'll set the table said ...
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That night I slept like a rock. I woke up early and did my routine and started swimming. I completed over 30 laps and still had more energy. I decided to push for 50.
I had ten laps to go when the lights came on in the kitchen. I finished my laps and toweled off.
Martina was already making breakfast.
I took a shower and came back quickly, o...
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Mid-term Exam week
I had 5 exams in three days. Fortunately, two on Monday, two on Tuesday, and one on Wednesday. My Wednesday exam was at 10 am.
I drank Ian's energy drink as instructed! He was right, I felt wide awake and focused. I had enhanced confidence.
All my exams were scheduled for 3 hours. Monday's exams were not nearly as bad as ...
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I slept in until 9 am. It was summer vacation after a really long day. I got back into my routine of swimming and stretching. I had a Hap-ki-do class tonight, and I wanted to be stretched and ready.
The doorbell rang after Martina and I finished lunch.
3 heavy boxes. The first two were from school with my books for next year and the third was from...
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We took our places. Mistress Walker gave us one last inspection.
Okay girls, remember to relax and have fun. You've all worked hard getting here. Now is the time to show everyone what you've all learned. Let's show them!
The music started, the curtains went up, and the stage lights came on, and on cue, we started the show!
We danced our hea...
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I woke up early Sunday morning. Double-check my luggage, put on one of Brianna's old string bikinis, walk out to the pool, and start doing some laps in the pool. Bree came out and swam with me.
We must have done 30 laps together.
Ian called us in for breakfast. He made blueberry crepes for us. They were so good!
I went upstairs and dressed ...
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I woke up just before 6 am. I did my routines, put on a swimsuit, and went downstairs to the pool. I started swimming laps in the pool when Bree came outside to join me.
Care for some company? Asked Bree!
I'd love some! I said
I finished 25 laps and Bree was still keeping pace. I swam another 10 Bree was still with me. I kept swimming. My t...
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Becky turned into a driveway with a large security gate. She punched in a code and scanned a card and the gate opened.
The house was pink and white stone. It was a huge house, or of a mansion rather than a house. My first thought was it was bigger than the Newhouse's home. My next thought was I picked the right career path and people to surround myself w...
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I slept pretty well that night after the settlement. Strange as it seems I felt a little better knowing how truly sorry the Newhouse's were.
The fact that they had no idea of the premeditation in my attack didn't change anything. It did, however, prove their boys were not the misguided angels they thought they were.
The burden was even heavier for...
I tied my hair in a high ponytail and tucked it under the cap.
Very nice Ree! I would have a hard time recognizing you!
Thanks, Dad! I thought it would be best to keep a low profile, for now.
We walked in the trailer and it looked brand new! The pictures I was sent didn't show half the work they did to it. No wonder Mrs Chandler wanted to buy it back. It even smelled new in...
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Saturday morning I had my weekly therapy appointment and my monthly endocrinologist appointment. My test is at 3 pm. After I finished my office work and Aunt V finished her appointments, we went to the olive garden for lunch.
We got back to the house at 1 pm. I changed into the gui John gave me and grabbed my change of clothes, packed my bag and purse, a...
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We slept until after 9 am. I woke up first and decided to get some laps in the pool before my friends woke up.
I was on my tenth lap when I heard two people dive in. Both Lexi and Emma joined me. I finished about 30 laps. Lexi and Emma did about fifteen laps. We toweled off and went upstairs and showered and started getting dressed.
Dan and Mom we...
There was less than an hour left, and the DJ played "Hit Me One More Time" by Britney Spears. All the girls crowded the dance floor. A few boys joined us, John joined me. Two songs later, they played "Only Girl" by Rihanna. All the Cheerleaders and the football players crowded the dance floor. We danced our asses off.
The boys all pointed at the girls during the chorus. Lexi, Emma, and t...
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Dan took us to Costco. He knew exactly what to get. Two huge Cowboy Ribeye steaks for him and John. He selected a couple of nice-sized tenderloins for Mom and me.
He bought 2 six-packs of chicken breasts and asked if I would make fajitas tomorrow night. I said sure! On one condition, I could invite Lexi, Emma, and their moms over for dinner tomorrow ni...
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We went to the new house. Dan unlocked the house and we walked in. We started in the garage. Dan had his tape measure. 34'x42'. Along the back wall were kitchen cabinets both on the floor and on the wall.
Being the curious one of the bunch I started opening them. They were stuffed full of supplies. Most of them are still in boxes.
Dad, what's all...
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We stopped at Jersey Mike's and picked up lunch. Dad was craving a sub sandwich. I haven't hardly eaten any fast food since I moved out west. I got a small steak Portabella mushrooms sub. It was so good! Mom and Aunt V got salads.
Aunt V drove us up and down the strip. It was the holiday season and traffic was a bit slow. It was Mom and Dad's first time ...
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I can see why Cathy, this place is magical. I said. In Ohio, it's flat, cornfields, farmland, factories, and too many trailer parks.
My dad has his tree farm I was planting trees every spring and cutting in the winter. We had a decent home. My parents were very tight with every dollar. Bree said.
Carol and I used to play in the woods all the time...
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We got back to the house just as the salmon fillets were coming off the grill.
As I pulled up to the house, Ian came out and assisted Becky off the quad. I thought of John as he helped her dismount, then my phone rang.
John! I exclaimed.
Ree! I miss you, Ree!
I miss you too John!
I was worried. I tried calling a couple of time...
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The next morning I was up at 6. I went downstairs. May was up. She handed me a Korean espresso, took my hand, and we went to the back porch, sat in the swing, sipping our espresso, and watching the sunrise.
I was cuddled up with May in a blanket. Mom walked out with espresso in hand.
Do you have room for one more?
I lifted the blanket and s...
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When we got to town, it was very high-end for a small town. Eclectic is the best way to describe it. Caleb took us to the shopping district on First Street.
We visited the Mercantile, Tay&Grace clothing store, I bought a pretty yellow Sweater dress with black leggings that had sheer flower lace pattern inserts. We wandered through the Makers Market a...
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Hank and May seemed to take a shine to you.
Their great Mom. May and Hank treat me like a granddaughter. May has been a big help to me in researching Korean culture. I wanted to make a good impression on John and his family.
You are really in love with him, aren't you?
I think I am in love with him Mom. He is so sweet, caring, and protecti...
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We were lined up, the music started, and we started dancing out and onto the stage. We formed up and danced, we were in sync. Shelly came out and performed flawlessly. Myself and Mickey were right beside her.
We performed one number after another. The younger girls did great. Julius' little sister Suzy was great. She smiled the whole time. When Shelly di...
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The week before the recital was a whirlwind of activity. My therapist said I was doing well. I was writing in my therapy notebook/diary as much as I was doing homework. We talked about my intimate desires with John and boys in general.
We also talked about a few mini-episodes I had. She warned me to keep a close eye on it and call her if anything happen...
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I woke up just after 8 am. I did my routine and therapy. I had my light blue babydoll nightie on. I put on my mules and matching robe. I went down and started coffee and hot water for Tea. I made espresso coffee for Cathy. We were meeting at the Park's at noon. Dinner was at 1 pm.
Cathy was the first one down, and Caleb was about a minute behind her. Cat...
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Hi ladies shall we Ree? John asked.
Thank you, Mrs. Park!
You're welcome, Ree.
We drove to the diner, John ordered a steak dinner and he made me order a small steak dinner and a baked potato.
We sat together mostly by ourselves. But people kept coming and going. Julius got the Lion's share of attention. Judging by John's reaction J...
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Lori touched up my legs and gave me a Brazilian wax, it was mostly peach fuzz. Lori left my nails about 1/4" long and cleaned up my toes. She gave me a hot pink with a white tip. She did the same on my toes.
We went home. I did my therapy and changed for the halftime show. My dress was hanging in the SUV. We had to stop at Victoria's Secret; Heather was ...
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We were outside for a while. I was feeling very loved and special. John was confident in his kissing me. I felt like a princess in the arms of my prince charming. I was the one that had to control our situation at the moment.
John, John...
Yes, Ree, we should probably go for a bit of a walk.
Your right. Come on this way. He led me down a na...
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John said he would pick me up at 6:30 pm. Oh my gosh. I have barely enough time to get ready. I stopped in my tracks.
Looking in my bathroom mirror. Aaaaahhhhh!!!!! I fainted. I woke up in Aunt V's arms on the bathroom floor.
Ree? are you alright?
What happened? Aunt V asked.
I, I, I don't know! I was excited about seeing John and a...