My Soldier - Missing Home

Christmas In L.A.

A/N ~~ Fluff train coming your way!!


~~Christmas, L.A.~~

Lizzie POV

Leaving Harley to shower was probably one of the hardest things I've had to do recently. My thoughts are all over the place and part of me still thinks this is all a dream and I am going to wake up on the couch downstairs any minute. She's actually here. My Soldier is here on Christmas with me and my family. I couldn't ask for anything more. I don't think my heart rate will come down any time soon, the moment I seen her standing against Ashley's car outside everything became a blur. I couldn't believe it. So many thoughts came to my head I could barely breathe. I still have so many questions but for now, today is about Harley being here with my Family. Questions can wait until later. As I am walking back downstairs, I feel cold without her touch again and all I want to do is run back up to her and never let go but after already being on a 10 hour flight this morning, I know she will want a minute to breathe. I think I do too. But before I could take a minute to myself, I found myself walking back into the living room where my scheming older sisters are sitting with smug grins on their faces as they watch me walking into the room. I head over to where they are and sit between them, hearing them both giggling as they turn to face me. "Your both sneaky, you know that right?" I say towards both of them and instantly their laughter grows. "Yeah but you love us for it." Ash is quick to defend making me giggle at her smug expression. "I do. I'm more surprised you managed to keep it secret." They both laugh with me as I look between them. "It was so hard seeing you upset earlier and not being able to tell you she was on her way here.." MK tells me sincerly and I smile at her care for me. "Thank you for helping her make it happen.. It means a lot." I say trying not to get teary and they both just engulf me in a tight hug.

"Your welcome Sis. It was worth all of it seeing your reaction." MK says as she pulls away. "And seeing your huge smile ever since." Ashley adds and I can't help the tear the falls from my cheek at how much they care and would do anything for me. We share another hug before I sit back to wipe my final tears away, not wanting to get upset anymore today. It's already been emotional enough and now I just want to smile so much that it hurts. We all seem to compose ourselves just in time for Mom to reappear from the kitchen with a coffee in hand as she sits down opposite where we are all sitting. "Is Harley okay sweetie?" Mom asks once she is sitting comfortably and I smile over to her, matching her beaming smile. "Yeah she's just showering." I reply easily and Mom nods her head as she takes a sip of coffee. "She seems great Liz. And I've never seen you smile so much since she arrived." She adds and I feel my cheeks blush a little. "Thanks Mom." I reply and she beams over at me before turning towards Ashley with a stern look. "Anyways Ashley.. Where's our presents that you had here all along?" She calls her out and I can't help but giggle with MK. "Oh yeah.. I'll get them out the car!" Ash quickly says as she jumps up from the couch and rushes off outside. We all laugh as she nearly stumbles over her own feet before she quickly comes back with a bag in either hand filled with presents. She takes them over to the tree and gets ours out for us to open and gives them too us. We all thank her after opening them and fall into easy conversation after we pile our now open presents up. I let Mom and my sisters do most of the talking as I begin to calm myself down from my emotional morning, my thoughts now settling about Harley since she is here with me and I know for sure she is safe. My body now relaxing more and more, and all I need now is for Harley to be by my side again.

After a little more time passes, I get brought out of my small daze by hearing foot steps coming down the stairs. Instantly I feel my smile growing as I look over, eager to see Harley. Mom seems to catch on to my sudden change in demenour as the conversation dies off and everyone looks in the same direction as me as we all see Harley entering the room again. Instantly I feel my heart racing again as I see her in more relaxed clothing, and more importantly, the cutest Christmas sweater I have ever seen. She looks both incredible and adorable all at the same time. I let my eyes wander slowly over her body as she stands a little awkwardly, as if she letting me just take her all in again. I suddenly hear someone clear their throat, snapping me from my daze thankfully and before I can compose myself enough to say anything, Harley smiles and lifts the bag in her hand slightly infront of her. "I brought presents for everyone.." She excitedly announces to everyone and instantly my smile grows impossibly bigger as I hear everyone else gasp a little in surprise. I quickly jump up from where I am sitting, making my way over to Harley seeing how she is trying to hide her nerves. As soon as I reach her, I gently place my hand over her stomach as I look up into her deep hazel eyes, instantly gaining her undivided attention as if there is no one else in the room. "First of all, you look so cute in this jumper!" I begin and she quickly chuckles as I tug a little at the sweater she is wearing. "And secondly, when did you even have time to go shopping?" I question as her lips curl into a small victorious grin. "I got Maisie to help me out an hour or two after I got home. Am I okay giving them out now?" I didn't think she could get any sweeter but she just keeps proving me wrong. "Of course you can." I beam as I lean up and leave a kiss on her cheek before we both turn back to join everyone else in the room.

I head back over and decide on sitting beside Mom, leaving space with my Sisters for Harley but instead I watch as she puts her bag down on the floor near the tree before she kneels down and begins to empty the bag with beautifully wrapped presents. I can feel my heart pounding in my chest as I keep my eyes trained on her as she reads the labels and begins giving everyone in the room their presents. She makes sure she gives everyone their presents, checking the bag which still has a couple inside before nodding to let us all know that she is finished. Not only did she have time to go shopping, but she got us all more than one. She is too sweet sometimes. I can't help but watch everyone as they open their presents first, Mom opening hers beside me as my sisters open theirs with huge smiles on their faces. I get lost watching as MK and Ashley open some gorgeous bathroom pamper sets, some candles, chocolates and expensive perfumes. My eyes widen seeing them admire their gifts as they quickly turn to Harley to thank her before I turn to see my Mom in awe as she runs her hands over a hand crafted chopping board. I move closer to take a better look and catch a tear in her eye as she shows me the engraved writing on the bottom 'Made With Love'. She then shows me her new fluffy dressing gown with matching slippers and some beautiful perfume. "She has spoilt us.." Mom whispers in complete surprise and I feel my own eyes getting teary. She has put so much effort into all of this. My Mom quickly wipes her eyes before she gets up to go and tackle Harley into a hug to thank her, making us all a little emotional watching it as my Sisters show off their presents making me laugh. I look back and see my Mom and Harley talking quietly between themselves before she comes back to sit beside me with a huge smile on her face as she gestures to my lap where my presents are still sitting. "Come on sweetie, your turn."

I smile and nod my head at my Mom's request, glancing over at Harley as she watches with excited eyes as I begin to open my presents. The first one I open is a box, inside a bottle of my favourite perfume. I smile over at Harley who just grins seeing my smile. "You remembered?" I ask and she quickly nods her head. "Of course I did." She grins back making everyone giggle before I move to my second smaller present, another box. As I open it, it reveals a small jewelry box. I look back to Harley with a confused expression which just makes her laugh. "Just open it.." She encourages and I look back to the box and carefully open it, my eyes widening instantly as I see a pair of beautiful tear drop emerald green earrings. I gasp as I take a closer look, admiring the gorgeous earrings that match my necklace perfectly. God she is perfect. I look up and see everyone waiting to see what it is so I turn the box around and everyone gasps before they come for a closer look. I look over at Harley who's smile is beaming back at me. "Do you like them?" She checks and I quickly nod my head excitedly. "I love them.." I say back making her smile grow impossibly wider. My Sisters and Mom gush over the earrings, complimenting Harley on having such good taste before they all shift back to their seats. I put the earrings away for now and just as I am about to move towards Harley, she gets up from the floor and goes back to her bag and lifts out a bigger box wrapped up with a tag on. Everyone watches in slight confusion as she turns back around and brings the box over to me with a grin on her face as she kneels down and places the box infront of me on the floor. I give her a confused look as she moves to the side slightly, letting my sisters watch as she gestures for me to check the label. As I do I see my name on it and look back to Harley even more confused. "Another one?" I question and she just chuckles and nods her head. "Got your name on it."

I start to open the present infront of me on the floor, revealing a black box inside. I can tell whatever is inside is heavy so I leave it on the floor and unwrap it as much as I can before opening the top of the box carefully and taking a peek inside. I remove all the packaging from the top of the box and once I do, I catch on to what it is. As soon as I take everything else out of the box, I pull out my present slowly and carefully, my eyes widening in awe as I reveal what it is. I move it around infront of me, admiring every part of the present and I can't help but laugh as the room goes quiet. "Is that what I think it is?" Mom asks beside me as I feel her leaning over to take a better look and I giggle and nod my head. I run my hands over the matte black motorbike helmet now in my hands, looking at the red details along each side when it suddenly hits me what it is and instantly my smile is wider than ever as I look over to Harley's cheeky grin as she watches me work it out. "Oh my God.. It's like Wanda's magic!" I say excitedly making Harley burst out laughing as she nods her head, letting me know I am right. "I love it Harley!" I say as I lean over the side of the couch towards her. She meets me half way and I leave a quick kiss on her lips before sitting back and continue to admire my very own helmet. I get lost looking at the design before MK's voice brings me out of my little trance. "Why a Bike Helmet?" MK questions making me laugh as I nod my head and move the helmet so I can see my sisters better. "Harley has a Bike in London and I asked her a while ago if I could get a personalised Helmet instead of having to steal hers all the time. We were going to order one together but it seems like someone beat me too it." I tease looking over to Harley as she just shrugs and starts to clean the little mess I made with the box and wrapping paper before she comes to sit beside my legs on the floor, her back leaning against the couch.

"I ordered it the day after you mentioned wanting one.. I couldn't wait but I got it personally made with the design I wanted for it so it took a while to arrive so since I was away Dad signed for it and kept it safe for me." She explains so sweetly and I can't hide the tint growing on my cheeks as I look down at her, giggling at the proud smile she has on her face. "Your Cute Soldier.." I say towards her, catching her attention as she looks up at me. We get lost in a small trance staring into each other's eyes before it's interupted by one of my sisters. "That is so adorable. I am so single.." Everyone laughs at Ashley's comment before I catch them all give each other a look as I take my helmet and put it with my other presents. As I turn back around, Mom and my sisters have all disappeared from the room so I just turn my attention back to Harley as I kneel down infront of her and pull her into a kiss. "Thank you for my presents Angel." I say quietly into the small space between us before Harley gently brings me to sit on her lap and wraps her arms around my waist. "Your more then welcome baby. I'm glad you like them." She beams back and kisses my cheek, the blush never leaving my cheeks being in her arms again. "I love them Harley, really. I wish I had my presents here for you to open." I say a little disheartened but she quickly shakes her head and smiles sweetly at me. "You didn't know I'd be here baby, it's okay." She assures me quickly, settling my slight guilt instantly as I lean in to kiss her once more before everyone comes back into the room holding presents in their hands. I get up and pull Harley up with me to sit on the couch before everyone hands her some presents. "What's all this?" She asks and my Mom quickly smiles and sits back beside me on the couch. "Your presents." She replies easily and I catch Harley choke up slightly looking down at them on her lap.

Harley opens the presents from my Mom, MK and Ashley, thanking them all over and over after trying to complain at them getting her anything. I had no idea they got her presents and my heart can't take much more as I look around to everyone in the room. Once all the presents are opened and put to one side, Mom heads back to check on dinner cooking, proudly taking her new chopping board to put to good use making us all laugh before I settle into Harley's side as she wraps one arm around me. We all take a little time to settle after giving out presents as we watch the Movie playing on to TV before Ashley turns to ask Harley come questions. She asks how she ended up coming home early and Harley explains how they were done with helping as everything had calmed down so they brought everyone home in time for Christmas. MK then asks how she managed to get everyone's presents so quickly and Harley starts to tell us about her shopping trip with Maisie. I can't help but laugh as she tells us about it, being able to imagine the two of them together. It just makes me excited to see Maisie again, I've missed not being able to see her being back in L.A. My sisters listen intently and smile hearing about Maisie as Harley goes on to tell us about her little Christmas at home yesterday after Ash asked if she managed to sleep all day yesterday. I know Harley and I know she is going to struggle with her sleep now she is home again, so I know I need to be there for her no matter what. Mom brings us some drinks and we all thank her as she sits back with us and we continue talking, Mom quickly asking Harley some questions about her time away and Harley easily talks with her making my heart glow at how Harley is fitting into my family so perfectly. As if she has always been here. I take a moment whilst everyone is talking to just admire Harley being here and how safe I feel being back in her arms again. Thankful my Soldier is home safe and sound..


~~Christmas Day, L.A.~~

Normal POV

I am so thankful everyone loved their presents. As soon as they were all open and I could see everyone's reactions, my body relaxed completely. And seeing Lizzie's reaction to hers was beyond anything I could have imagined. Making her smile and happy the way she was opening them is all I want for her. I didn't expect her Mom to get emotional at all but seeing her get a little teary made me get a little emotional. Her Mom is the sweetest and I love her already. After I got over the shock of her family buying me presents, her Mom went back to the kitchen and we all got into easy conversation. It was nice being so comfortable, even more so when Jarnie came back from the kitchen and we all just sat together and talked. Lizzie went a little quiet but I know she is just taking some time to digest what is going on. After some more questions thrown my way, my phone started going off in my pocket so I excused myself to check my messages. Lizzie leaned back slightly so I could get it before she melted back into my side as I looked down at my phone screen and seen some messages from Maisie. I looked up at the time and knew it was getting late in London so I sent Maisie a text to let her know I will ring home in the next 10 minutes. "Do you want to talk too Maisie and Dad?" I ask Lizzie and she instantly looks to me with a huge smile as she nods her head excitedly. "Can we?" I nod my head, laughing lightly as I go to get up but Lizzie stops me and takes my phone to ring her. I laugh at Lizzie as she moves to sit up and moves impossibly closer. It doesn't ring more than twice before Maisie's face is filling my screen as she waves excitedly at us both. "MERRY CHRISTMAS!" She yells making us both laugh as we wish her the same before she rushes to sit with Dad and Emily and suddenly all three of them are on the screen. We all greet each other and they ask how my flight was before they turn all their attention to Lizzie making my heart race in my chest.

We get lost in conversation until I feel a presence behind me but before I can turn to see who it is, Maisie's eyes widen as MK and Ashley slowly appear behind me and Lizzie on the phone screen. I laugh as I look behind me and see them leaning on the back of the couch so Lizzie adjusts the screen so everyone is in frame. I introduce everyone and they all greet each other with huge smiles as I see Maisie freak out a little. Lizzie catches on and she soothes her easily making my smile only grow. Everyone excitedly talks about what presents they got before I spot Jarnie watching us. I quickly wave her over to join and she tries to wave me off but I insist, so MK rushes over to pull her over and instantly I introduce her to my family who all excitedly greet her. She quickly gushes over Maisie and then comments on how alike we all are making Dad's smile beam with pride. We all end up in one huge conversation and I just sit back at watch as Lizzie leans into my shoulder and does the same. I couldn't ask for anything more than our families to get along like this. It's like we have known each other for years at how easily everyone is talking. "I love this.." Lizzie whispers into my ear making me smile as I turn and face her slightly. "I love you." I whisper back making her blush and hide in my shoulder. I kiss her head as she moves to see the screen again, listening to the on-going conversations that Maisie is leading without hesitation. We must have been on the phone for at least an hour before Jarnie had to check on dinner and it was getting late in London, so we all said our goodbyes, everyone leaving me to say goodbye to my family as they all headed off to the kitchen, minus Lizzie. I told them I'd be in touch about us coming to London and they quickly told us to not rush before saying goodnight and heading off to bed.

"I can't wait to go back to London with you." Lizzie says quietly cuddling into my side and wrapping an arm over my stomach. "There's no rush, I'm not in a hurry to get back on a plane right now." I reply chuckling making her giggle into my neck. "Is my baby tired?" She teases making me nod my head as I lean back into the cushions. "I am.. I've been in three different Countries in three days." I defend and she quickly nods softly against my shoulder. "I know, if you want to go and catch up on some sleep, feel free. No one will blame you.." She adds and I smile but shake my head. "I'm okay for now.. Plus, your Mam's cooking smells too good to miss out on." She giggles into my neck before sitting back to look up at me slightly. "Just let me know if you get overly tired, please." I nod my head and kiss her forehead. "I will.." We share a quick kiss before hearing voices calling for us from the kitchen. "Looks like you don't have to wait any longer for dinner." She teases as we slowly climb up off the sofa to join everyone in the kitchen. Lizzie quickly takes my hand and leads me through the house and as soon as we enter the kitchen, the smell of the dinner makes my stomach growl. Everything looks incredible on the table as MK and Ashley carry the last plates over with smiles as they see us walking in. "Do you need a hand with anything?" I ask but Jarnie quickly waves me off from across the room. "Your a guest today Harley, sit yourself down with Liz." I chuckle at her as Lizzie beams up at me and pulls me over to the table, sitting me down before she goes off to help get the last things for the table. I hate not helping but I do as I am told and watch as everyone brings drinks, cutlery and anything else we need before they begin to join me at the table. Jarnie is sitting to my left at the head of the table and MK and Ashley sit across from me as Lizzie is last to join us, sitting to my right as she places a glass of what looks like whiskey down infront of me along with her glass of wine.

"This all looks incredible Jarnie, I can see where Lizzie gets her cooking skills from now." I compliment and quickly Jarnie smiles and encourages everyone to dig in. We all fill our plates with what we want, passing plates and bowls around before we settle into easy conversation as we enjoy the amazing food. "Do you cook Harley?" Jarnie asks and I nod my head as I swallow the mouthful of food I have. "I do.. As much as I can anyways. It keeps me busy when I am home, Dad and Maisie love it because they always come home to home cooked meals." Everyone gushes over Maisie again, making me smile at how much they love her already. "Is there anything you can't do?" Ashley comments making me laugh. "I don't know really.. Being in the Army, you end up doing a lot of things you never thought you would so.." I ramble a little and I feel Lizzie's eyes on me so I look over and smile seeing her bright green orbs staring back at me. "Hey you.." I whisper making her blush instantly. "Hi.." She whispers back before we turn back to everyone else at the table as more general conversations go back and fourth with ease. I find myself eating more than I usually would but the food is amazing so I just enjoy it. Eventually though, everyone is finished and very full so we finish our drinks and let our food settle for a little while. Lizzie's hand finding mine resting on my thigh as she laces our fingers together. After some more light hearted conversation, Jarnie begins to clear the table and clear up so I quickly offer to help but just like earlier, I am quickly told that I am a guest and not allowed to help. I try and argue lightly but Jarnie just turns to me again with a smile on her face. "Harley, you've had a long few weeks and already been on a long flight this morning. Liz, take her into the living room so she can put her feet up whilst your sisters help me clear up." I can't help but laugh at the twins faces before Lizzie pulls me up to follow her lead.

As soon as we are back in the living room, I slump back into the sofa, feeling full and a little jetlagged right now. Lizzie giggles at my exaggerated sigh before she lifts my arm up and joins me, curling up into my side as close as she can get, her legs leaning over my lap as she lies against my shoulder. I wrap my arm around her tightly, holding her waist in my hand as her other hand finds my free hand to play with the rings on my fingers. We just enjoy our little moment alone, just being together again. It feels so right with her here in my arms again. "You doing okay Soldier?" Lizzie's soft voice pulls me from my small daydream as she is still twisting the ring on my finger. "I am. It's just nice having you back in my arms.." I say back softly as I turn my head and kiss the side of her head, feeling her cheeks heating up against my shoulder. "There's no where else I'd rather be Harley." She whispers back, leaving a kiss against my neck before snuggling into me again. I must have fell into a half-sleep state with Lizzie on the sofa before we were both startled by a knock on the front door. Lizzie quickly bury her head into my neck more as she groans making me laugh. "You have visitors baby.." I whisper and she groans adorably before leaning back to look up at me. "It will be Trent.." She replies in a sleepy voice making me smile as she pecks my lips then starts to get up. She pulls me with her making me huff now as she giggles then we wait for Ashley to come ack with her Brother. I start to get a little nervous, realising I now have to make another good first impression with her Brother. We hear Ashley's excited voice greet him as Lizzie slips her hand into mine again. "Don't be nervous.." She whispers making me smile as I squeeze her hand just as Ashley reappears with her Brother close behind her.

"Trent, this is my girlfriend Harley, Harley this is my Brother Trent." Lizzie quickly introduces us after she pulled away from his hug. "Pleasure to meet you Trent." I say confidently as I hold out my hand for him to shake, which he does easily. "Good to meet you too Harley. Nice accent by the way." He greets as we shake hands then pull away, quickly Lizzie's hand replacing his as she cuddles into my side. "Thank you." I chuckle as Jarnie and MK come out to greet Trent before we all get ushered into the kitchen for another drink now that we are all settled from our dinner. Lizzie sticks to my side as we walk behind everyone, smiling and bumping into each other since we are so close. We get our drinks and then had back into the living room, Lizzie pulling me to sit on the floor with her sitting between my legs as everyone else occupies the sofas. We fall into conversation before everyone exchanges presents with Trent. Lizzie is surprised again when I pull out a present for him, which he tries to complain about since he had no idea I'd be here so he didn't bring me anything. I quickly tell him it is more than okay and he eventually accepts it and thanks me for his gift before Lizzie lies back into my chest and pulls my arms around her as we drink and talk, Trent being just like his sisters so it's easy to get along with him. I feel my phone buzz in my pocket so I pull it out and check my message, seeing it is a notification from Instagram. I can't help but laugh as I look into it and see Maisie has tagged me in one of her posts, a picture she took yesterday when we were messing around. I can't help but smile warmly at the cute caption she put underneath before I reply and show Lizzie the post. She beams as she takes a closer look then looks back at me and kisses my cheek. "Cuties.." She whispers making me grin before she notices my phone so takes a better look at it. "New Phone?" She asks and I chuckle and no my head. "Dad and Emily bought it for me for my birthday." I reply and she hums in reply before handing it back to me and leans back into my chest, gripping my hands in hers as we fall back into the conversation together..


~~Christmas Afternoon, L.A.~~

Lizzie POV

After we all talk with Trent for a little longer, he excused himself for a smoke outside, inviting Harley out with him since it's Christmas and he has some cigars with him today. I found it both odd and adorable how she subtly turned to ask for my opinion on if I was okay with her smoking one but I was quick to tell her she didn't have to ask me before I ushered her off to join him outside. Whilst they went off outside in the back yard, Mom went off into the kitchen to start on some sweet treats so I offered to help as MK and Ashley followed us in to top up their wine glasses. We never go overboard on drinking over the Holidays but Mom always has plenty to go around. I found myself gravitate towards the kitchen window to catch a glimpse of Harley and my Brother. As soon as I look outside, I smile seeing them getting along so well as they talk like they already knew each other. I get lost watching her out the window before I feel someone nudge my arm gently to get my attention. I look over and catch Mom following my eyeline outside, smiling softly to herself. "It's like she has been in your life for years Liz." She comments, obviously talking about Harley as we both watch her with Trent laughing, smoking and talking together. "I know, it feels so right whenever we are together." I say my thoughts out loud and she hums softly. "I couldn't be happier for you sweetie, please just let yourself be happy. She's nothing like him, she won't hurt you, ever." She adds making me tense slightly at the mention of him and my insecurities. "I'm trying so hard Mom, but little things creep up here and there you know.." I ramble before she gentle holds my arm to stop me spiralling. "Then talk to her when they do. Liz she adores you, and we all approve of her. She's good for you, and you for her." Mom says easily and my smile creeps back at her words. "Thank you Mom." I turn and accept her warm hug, not wanting myself to bubble with emotion right now, wanting to keep my smile and not get teary..

I pull away and wipe my eyes quickly just as I hear the back door open as Trent and Harley come back laughing together. Trent moves to put his empty glass on the side and hugs Mom. "I have to get going." He tells her as he pulls away, making her nod and smile before kissing his cheek. He turns to me and we share a hug as she leans into my ear. "I like her Sis. Keep her around.. She adores you." He whispers for just me to hear making my heart glow instantly. "I will." I whisper back as he pulls away and gives me a kiss on the cheek. "I'll go say goodbye to the two trouble makers then I'll head off." He smiles and turns off towards Harley, giving her what can only be described as a "bro-hug" as they laugh about something before he heads off to the living room to find MK and Ashley. Mom gives me a subtle smile at what we just witnessed, knowing Trent doesn't warm to people easily but he has with Harley. That alone telling me us all a lot. I turn back and catch Harley's smile across the room and like magnets we are drawn to each other as I wrap my arms around her and bury my head into her chest as she wraps her protective arms around me and holds me close, leaving a kiss on my head before she leans down into my ear. "You okay baby?" She asks sweetly making me smile as my heart flutters in my chest at how much I adore her right now. "I just love you.." I mumble into her chest making her chuckle lightly as she squeezes me a little tighter in her arms. "I love you too baby." She whispers back to me and I just melt into her at the sound of her saying those words. I don't think I'll ever get used to how it makes me feel every time. "Okay you two, help me carry these desserts for your sisters so we can get comfortable in the other room." My Mom's voice pulls us out of our little moment, making us both laugh as we share a quick kiss then help Mom with the plates.

As soon as we get into the living room and give everyone their desserts, we all get comfortable since MK and Ashley brought in one of Mom's comfy chairs for her to have so she gets herself comfortable as I pull Harley over into the spare sofa for us to enjoy our treat together. And as always, it was incredible. Once we are all done, Ashley runs our plates out into the Kitchen before we all settle in for a movie together. Harley quickly gets comfortable laying back into the couch before I move to lie with her and pull a blanket over us both as MK and Ashley get cosy on the other sofa. Mom picks us a movie and she chooses The Polar Express since it's MK's favourite. We all fall into a comfortable silence as we watch the movie together, a warm, comforting feeling filling the room around us. I never thought today would end like this but I am so thankful it has. Being in Harley's arms surrounded by my family is beyond perfect and I don't think my heart could get any more full. I feel Harley's breathing getting heavier the longer the movie goes on for and I know she is fighting off the jetlag and built up tiredness. I find myself snuggling into her more and more as the movie plays. Once it is pretty much at the end of the movie, I turn to make sure she is still awake, and I can't help but giggle seeing her tired smile. "Ready for bed Angel?" I whisper and she nods her head softly. "Come on, let's say goodnight." I suggest and she nods her head again with a sleepy smile making me smile and giggle at her. I slowly get up first, stretching and telling everyone we are going to go up to bed. Mom comes over first, probably having the same idea as she says goodnight to both of us now Harley is up to her feet before MK and Ashley come and say goodnight. I send Harley upstairs as I go to get us some bottled water and follow her up to my room. I can't wait to fall asleep in her arms, I always sleep better beside Harley. She makes me feel so safe and loved without even trying..

My Soldier, Home with me, exactly where she should be..