Doing It All Over Again- Big Time Rush

Chapter 2: James, Living It Big Time.

When Big Time Rush went on break, James decided not to take too long a break himself before getting back to working. He decided on taking off a week to go visit his parents, friends, siblings and his niece. He arrived in La Jolla, California with a big smile on his face.

=Airport=

Cathy: My baby is so grown up! (She cheered when she saw James at baggage claim)

James: Mom! (He groaned pulling her into a hug)

Cathy: How are you, dear?

J: I'm a bit tired but other than that I feel awesome. (He beamed)

Cathy: Now let's go home and you can get a little rest.

J: That sounds good but how about we stop at "In-N-Out" and get some burgers first.

Cathy: You and your burgers, come on let's go.

J: Okay, lead the way, mother. (He says giving her a kiss on her head)

James and his mother went to "In-N-Out's" drive-thru. James got a burger and soda while his mother only got a soda and then they drove back home.

J: I really missed you mom. (He said sincerely)

Cathy: I missed you too, darling.

=At Cathy's House=

J: Where is everyone?

Cathy: Your dad will be around a little later, Philip is still at work and Ali said that she'd be here as soon as she picked Emma up from day-care at one.

J: I thought that I'd have some sort of surprise party or something. (He joked)

Cathy: This isn't Kansa, darling. (She smiled)

J: How did you know about Kendall's party?

Cathy: What? You think that just because you boys are on break that the four of us don't talk?

J: I never really thought about it. (He said sheepishly)

Cathy: The four of you are remaining friends, I suppose.

J: Definitely.

Cathy: The same with the four of us. We mothers need to stick together.

J: That's good, so would you mind if I took a quick nap until...

Cathy: Not at all, your old room is already setup. Everyone is going to be here a little later and then we'll have a proper family dinner.

J: Thanks mom, you're the best. (He said hugging her before going up the stairs)

Cathy: Love you, dear.

...

~Couple Hours Later~

J: There's my favourite little princess. (He smiled when he came down)

Ali: Look at Uncle J, Emma. (She smiled)

James started smiling when Emma made grabby hands at him and started shuffling towards him.

Emma: J! J! (She shouted happily as he picked her up and gave her a kiss)

J: Yeah, J is here and I brought you presents.

Emma: Where? (She asked excitedly)

J: I'll give you in a little bit.

Ali: Hi.

J: Hi. (He says pulling her in for a hug while still holding Emma) How are you?

Ali: Good, we're both really good actually.

J: She's gotten so big.

Ali: I know, I can't believe how much at times.

Just then the front door opened and his dad and older brother came in.

J: Dad! Phil! (He smiled handing Emma over to Ali before rushing to them)

Mike: Hello son, how've you been? (He asked giving James a tight hug)

J: It's been good dad, how about you?

Mike: Couldn't be better. (He smiled)

Philip: Where is my hug? I am your older brother after all. (He joked)

J: And you'll never make me forget that will you? (He said pulling his brother in for a hug)

Phil: Never. (He smiled)

J: I missed you. (He mumbled into his brother's shoulder) I missed all of you. (He said loud enough for everyone to hear)

Fam: We missed you too.

...

Cathy: Dinner will be ready in about an hour guys.

Mike: Anything that I can help with? (He asked politely)

Phil: And we'll go for a swim in the meantime.

J: Shouldn't we help?

Phil: You'll do the dishes later.

J: You mean, we'll do the dishes. (He smiled)

...

James, Philip, Ali and Emma all changed and walked out back to the pool.

Phil: So Mr. Maslow, what's next for you?

J: I really don't know right now. I'll see when I get back to L.A.

Ali: Next Week?

J: Yeah, I need to get back into things again.

Ali: We understand, don't worry. (She smiled reassuringly)

...

Their dad came to call them because dinner was almost ready so they all left quickly to freshen up. The little family then sat down for dinner and took the time to catch up with each other. After dinner Phil and James did the dishes and Mike took Ali and Emma home before going home himself. Phil decided to stay the night at the house.

...

During James' time in La Jolla he made it a point to spend individual time with the members of his family. He even took Emma to a nearby park where he met a couple of Rushers. He took a few pictures with them and then they left him and Emma alone afterwards. The family had a barbeque on the eve of James' departure and they invited friends and extended family.

...

The next day James said goodbye to his family yet again and was off to Los Angeles.

=Los Angeles=

James got back to his house in L.A and settled in. He started doing music. He first started with covers and then ventured off into writing his own songs. James felt happy now that he was back in his element. He was shocked when he was asked to be in "Dancing With The Starts". He wasn't a bad dancer but Carlos was definitely the better dancer. He decided to do it and was glad that he did because he really enjoyed it. One of his favourite shows was the one that all three guys came to watch and spend the day with him. He was a little bummed that he didn't win but he enjoyed the experience and that's all that mattered.

After that he went back to music and was excited when he got accepted to be in the production of "Sherlock Holmes". The rehearsals were really good but the show itself was amazing and he loved working with the cast and crew. He even enjoyed the fact that they had to do the same thing night after night. He also felt really happy when Kendall and Carlos showed up for one of the shows but he was a little saddened because Logan didn't. He did receive a text from him wishing him good luck though.

And then the phone call came.