Moving on

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I love my metal and wood working a sculptures. I always keep my wooden Saw and tools away but for this silent auction they will be out for awhile.  I had contacted William to find out who his normal sponsors or who donate to the shelter.  I explained to him that my work would be aimed more at these people and minimum bids would be set for the items.  I know he would get the minimum for my work. I would send the flyer out to my other customers and to the boutiques too. Several items I plan on making available on silent bid on line only.  This was for a good cause but having it a memorial for family was more meaningful to me.

I did several sketches and took them inside after I locked up my garage. 
Avery sweetie I want to show you some sketches. I want to add silent auction on the flier that can be online bidding only. We will reach more people who don't have to attend but still support the event.  Auntie that is genius yes. I called William to findout his usual donors and will make things that will interests them as well as my former customers.  I will post your flyer on my web site. We will raise all sorts sweetie. Oh auntie.  Let me change up the flier.  Auntie done. I  will put this on my site with a number at the Shelter just in case they want to pay for  a plate.  Are we having maximum amount of tables? Yes maximum is 250  with 100 people..75 kids and 25 volunteers and staff. I will forward it to the newspapers here and plug it on social media sites too tomorrow. William won't know what is going to come his way. They need to set up special funding account. Auntie I was thinking maybe you could over see it with all your vast experience with American business laws and all for monies..anything else sweetie.  No I think that is enough.  I don't want the money to be embezzled.  I get it.

Several weeks have gone by. I am back home.  My aunties have had several visits with Juliet and family sessions.
We finally found out about uncle Tommy and saddened he felt the need to do that.   Auntie was devastated and pissed he did something so stupid.  We all were but moving on is all we could. The lawyer my parents hired him got his sentence to be seven years instead of 13. He could be eligible for parole in 4 if he could keep out of trouble. We all wrote him and he write us back.
Thanks giving was this Thursday another holiday without Juliet. 
We were at the shelter setting up for Thanksgiving when Juliet and Anna her therapist came to help.  We were ecstatic.  Anna said since she continues to improve and the family sessions were going well. She wanted Juliet to spend with her family for a good cause.  Juliet was finally able to meet Jenna and Juliet approved by her smirk.
Avery dessert must be very tasty.  Oh cousin it is.
Cathy and Olivia was her real test.  Juliet did well as we  were happy. 
Anna said she would be back in two hours to get Juliet.  Juliet took us all aside and apologized to us as a family. She picked up Esmi and kissed her on her cheek. Esmi look was  priceless.  She went out side with Cathy to speak with her  alone. I had to reassure Olivia to give them time to talk alone. Juliet came back in with cat and they both hugged. Juliet went with my aunt Jane to help serve and we sat up more plates. 
Cat you okay? Babe yes we talked out our differences and she wishes us well. She really accepts us together. She met a girl in school which I think helps. The girl leaves next week and lives by me. I never knew she went to the same school as Juliet.  
We finished setting up and than we finally sat at three tables saying our blessings and thankful for us being together as a family. June and her girlfriend came and joined us. She said her business is doing well and was glad when she heard we were up and running again.

Anna came back to get Juliet.    Anna spoke to my aunts and my aunt were happy so I knew it was good news. 
Anna returned with Juliet's luggage.
Juliet you have done all your goal and surpassed them
The administration agreed with me. You are home for good now.  No, Anna are you serious? Yes, if you want to call to chat with it will be okay for three months only. After that you will have to find another therapist. Thank you Anna.  I know I didn't make it easy for you. No, you didn't but it comes with my job.
Juliet gave Anna a hug and they said their good byes.
Baby girl is home.  Mom mama I was shooting for Christmas as your present.
Now I have to save up to get you all something now. Baby girl you still are our present.
My parents, aunts  uncle and cousin's and Cathy left to go to my home to celebrate.
My aunties Gloria and Kiki drove me home. Baby girl all your cousins know.  Your mom is the only one who doesn't know.  Okay and of course your cousin's girlfriend's don't either.  Auntie you will like Joy. Hmmm Juliet and Joy sitting in the tree kissing.....auntie I missed your playfulness. I DID TOO. I KNOW IBWILL BE REDOING MY PHOTOS. I CANNOT WAIT TO SEE JOY. I MADE IT HOME BEFORE SHE DID. I HOPE SHE  WILL BE OKAY WITH THAT.  BABY GIRL I KNOW THIS JOY IS IMPORTANT TO YOU BUT REMEMBER WORKED ON YOUR ISSUES AS SHE  DID. I AM GOING TO MISS MY SCHOOL.  I BET THE CAMPUS WAS GORGEOUS AND OFFERED SO MUCH.
WE ARRIVED AND I RAN INSIDE TO THE BACKYARD SHOES AND ALL AND JUMPED INTO THE POOL.  MY COUSINS AND CATHY JOINED ME ONCE THEY TOOK OFF THEIR WATCHES AND CELLS OUT THEIR POCKETS.  WE PLAYED MARCO POLO AND THAN WENT INSIDE TO SHOWER. IT WAS COLD AND NOT HEATED.  ESMI MADE HOT CHOCOLATE FOR US ALL AND THAN LEFT TO SPEND IT WITH HER FAMILY. June and her girlfriend stayed the night downstairs.  J was shocked that my parents allowed Cathy to spend the night in Olivia's bed.
Juliet we don't have sex when we spend the night together here.  Oh ok. Good night.  I went to my bedroom and took the sheets that covered up my furniture. Esmi kept everything else dust free and my bathroom clean. I started taking some photos down and rearranged others.  I threw the photo of me and Cathy in the downstairs kitchen trash can when I went to get some water.  I didn't hear Cathy. 
You okay Juliet? Yeah was thirsty so I came down to get some water. Good night.  Night

I saw our picture and it hurt that she threw it away but than realized she really has moved on. June came out to  get some juices. 
Aye Cathy what's wrong? I know am with Olivia now but seeing Juliet throwing our photo you took us at Joey's and Izzy's wedding just hurt.  I didn't throw any of our photos away.  I just boxed them up and put them in the attic.  Cathy everyone deals with photos differently.  There is nothing wrong the way she handle it.  It's just she moved on. I don't think she placed it here on purpose.
I came back to get a
banana.  June saw me and knew I had heard their conversation.
Aye June you thirsty too. I came back to get a banana. Cathy can we talk a bit.  I over heard what you said. Cathy you will always be special to me, but we both moved on. If it makes you feel better,  I can pack the photo. Its just in my therapy sessions I learned how to deal with things differently than having violent outbursts. I didn't mean to hurt your feelings. I just had it in my hands when I got thirsty. I really meant it earlier when I said I am glad you found comfort and love my cousin. I was wrong doing the things we did and taking advantage and not caring about your feelings.
My cousin Olivia comes out of the bedroom.  I knew she was listening but didn't care because I was being honest and sincere.
I took the photo out of the trash can.
Cat if you want I will put up on my wall. I know Juliet means alot to you.  You were each others first.  No its okay.  Are you sure yes? Juliet I will pack it up. I never meant that our relationship never matter because it did. No thank you for clarifying.  It just caught me off guard.
Juliet hugged me and went back upstairs.
Cat I will not hang up but put it away in my closet. If you ever want you see it while you are here,  you can be.
I didn't realize my aunts were witnessing all of this. I picked it up and placed it in my closet. We went to bed and cuddled and fell asleep.
Babe I am glad June text us to see this. They really do forgive one another and moved on.  I know our baby girl has changed.  Yes she has. I am still leery giving her gun back.  She may not be able to be a concealed carrier anymore after being sent to the school.  We will have to look into it. If she cannot, we will just have her use it when we go to the range.  Sam was recording the whole situation and forwarded it to Izzy.
Thanks Sam.  I watched it. It's good to see how they all handled it.  Good night.  I have an early day tomorrow
Love you sweetie. Love you to granny.  Your an ass. Good night.