Antique House - Book One

Chapter Seven - Magical Moments

After Jobe had finished planning and preparing all his surprises for Melinda, he checked his watch and then headed to freshen up. He had an hour and a half before he had to pick up Melinda for supper and then head to meet Bill. Heading to the bathroom, he grabbed his towel and prepared the water so it was just right to ease his achy muscles.

Melinda had just finished up her presentation report, follow up calls and ordering the "Thank You" baskets that were customary for her office to send to potential clients. When she looked up at her clock she noticed that she had about an hour left of her day before Jobe would arrive, so she took the opportunity to organize filing in her desk and relax. She wondered what he would have planned next and smiled. "That man is full of surprises!"

At 4:30, Jobe showed up and pulled up to the front doors to greet Melinda. Getting out of the truck to help her in, he leaned over and gave her a small kiss. "Your chariot awaits my lady!"

"Why thank you kind sir," she said shyly with a giggle.

After they both were buckled in, Jobe began driving to his first surprise for Melinda. He was confident that she would love what he had planned for their supper meal!

"So where are we grabbing a bite? I am famished," Melinda inquired.

"Telling you would ruin my fun," Jobe said and laughed "Just wait and see!"

"Oh goodness, you already made this day special silly! You didn't have to go to so much trouble," Melinda said sincerely.

"It is my pleasure making this day special for you" he said and then squeezed her hand.

As they continued along, Jobe came up to the super market where they met and pretended he needed to grab some personal items. Parking his truck he went to the passenger side and opened up the door for Melinda.

He could feel his heart race in anticipation for her reaction when she walked into the store. Unknown to her, he had planned a special picnic for her, of course with the owner's consent. It had cost him a bit but he knew in his heart that it would be worth it.

As she walked up to the main doors, Melinda was surprised at how quiet it was in the store. It appeared they had missed the supper rush that normally happened. "What luck," she thought to herself as she wasn't in the mood to deal with crowds. It had been a long day with her presentation work.

As she entered the store, she couldn't believe her eyes! The store had been decorated with all of her favorite things! Every detail was a representation of her down to the colours and lights.

She couldn't help but smile and blush at the gesture. Looking around the store, she noticed in the very aisle they met was a picnic set up with all her favourite foods.

"Oh Jobe, this is incredible and so beautiful! How did you do this?" She was amazed at the breath taking site!

"I am so glad that you like it! I wanted to surprise you and celebrate the first day we met. Please don't worry about the cost as you are well worth it and I love watching your expression. "

"Shall we go eat?"

"Sounds good to me!"

"Lead the way!" She grabbed his hand and they walked toward the picnic that was set up for them.

Once they were both seated on the blanket, Jobe handed her a plate and offered her first choice of food.
Melinda sat in awe for a few minutes and took in all the aromas that were around her. She decided that she would start with her favourite soup and crackers first.