Unexpected Love

Butterfly kisses

The time came when Albert would be cutting in to dance with Jessica, but sadly Jessica did not have her father.
They planned something special in his honor.
Dorothy came over and stood with Evan and Jessica as they turned their attention to a screen above them.

The song "Butterfly Kisses" started as a slideshow of Jessica and her father played.
Jessica's heart ached so badly.  She wished he was here with her.  Albert would be so happy for her.
Pictures passed and Jessica sobbed.  Dorothy held her daughter as Evan placed his hand on her back.

'There's two things I know for sure
She was sent here from heaven,
And she's daddy's little girl.
As I drop to my knees by her bed at night,
She talks to Jesus, and I close my eyes.
And I thank god for all of the joy in
My life, but most of all, for
Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer.
Stickin' little white flowers all up in her hair.
"Walk beside the pony
Daddy, it's my first ride."
"I know the cake looks funny,
Daddy, but I sure tried."
Oh, with all that I've done wrong,
I must have done something right
To deserve a hug every morning,
And butterfly kisses at night.'

Jessica knew about the slideshow but she didn't know the surprise they had slipped in.

"Hi baby girl!  I want you to know that I am so so proud of you, and I love you very very much."

They played a video of Albert from Jessica's sweet sixteen video.  He looked so handsome and so so happy.

"Jessie, you're my little star. You truly are special, and I want you to know that there is nothing you can't achieve. Reach for the stars, baby girl. I love you more than the world, Princess."

Seeing that made Jessica start sobbing.
Evan rubbed her back and she turned to hug him.
She sobbed into his chest and he comforted her as best as he could.

'Sweet sixteen today,
She's looking like her mamma
A little more every day.
One part woman, the other part girl.
To perfume and makeup,
From ribbons and curls.
Trying her wings out in a great
Big world. but I remember
Butterfly kisses after bedtime prayer.
Stickin' little white flowers all up in her hair.
"You know how much I love you daddy,
But if you don't mind,
I'm only gonna kiss you on the cheek this time."
Oh with all that I've done wrong,
I must have done something right.
To deserve her love every morning,
And butterfly kisses at night.'

"He loves you so much, baby."

"I want him back!"

"I know you do.. he's always with you, Princess.. Always!"

'All the precious time
Ohhh like the wind, when the years go by
Precious butterfly
Spread your wings and fly

She'll change her name today.
She'll make a promise,
And I'll give her away.
Standing in the bride room
Just staring at her,
She asked me what I'm thinking,
And I said "I'm not sure,
I just feel like I'm losing my baby girl."
Then she leaned over and gave me
Butterfly kisses, with her mama there
Sticking little white flowers all up in her hair
"Walk me down the aisle daddy, it's just
About time"
"Does my wedding gown look pretty Daddy?"
"Daddy don't cry"
Oh with all that I've done wrong,
I must have done something right
To deserve her love every morning,
And butterfly kisses
I couldn't ask god for more, man, this is
What love is
I know I've gotta let her go, but I'll always
Remember
Every hug in the morning, and butterfly kisses'

"He was supposed to be here with me, Evan!  He's missing the happiest moments in my life!"

"Honey, I promise you he's not missing a thing.  He loves you so so much and has never ever left your side, Jessie."

Jessica continues to cry silently as she lays on Evan's chest wrapped up in his arms.

Jessica wished her father was there with her to celebrate her wedding day.  She will forever live with the regret of disobeying him and eloping with Sam when she was younger.  All she wanted was to walk down the aisle with the most amazing man on this planet; her father.  She prayed for that one dance with him.  But sadly that wasn't possible.

**

The night went on and everyone danced. Even Christopher and Isabella got out on the dance floor.

"Ooh! Look at those moves, baby girl!" Jessica smiles and dances along with Isabella.

She was just stomping her little feet with so much excitement.

A slow song began and Evan grabbed her up off the ground.

"Daddy's turn to cut in!" He kissed her cheek and held her as he danced to the music.

"Christopher! Come dance with mommy!"

Christopher walks over and Jessica kisses his cheek.
"My handsome boy!"

"You look beautiful, mom."

"Thank you, baby!"

"I'm so happy for you."

"Aw honey!  Thank you." Jessica tears up.

"Our life if so different from just two years ago!  I mean you met Evan and had a baby!  Now you're married and we're a real family!  It's so crazy."

Jessica smiles.
"Crazy how life works.
.. and you my boy.. you were right there with me the entire time." Jessica taps his nose.

"Yep!"

Jessica kisses his forehead and they continue dancing.

"I love you so so much, baby boy."

"I love you more, mom." Christopher smiles softly.

**

"My babies!  You both be good for your grandma!  Chris, help out with your sister, please, and Bellie be a good girl, okay?"

"Mama!" Isabella reaches for her mother.

Jessica takes her and gives her kisses.
"Oh I love you, sweetie pie!  Mommy and daddy will be home before you know it!  Kiss daddy!"

Evan takes her from Jessica and gives her kisses.

"Love you, pumpkin!"

Jessica hugs Christopher once more before they head to the hotel.  They were staying the night there then flying to Aruba the next morning.

"Are you ready, Mr. Peters?"

"Yeah I am!" Evan jumps up and down on the bed in only underwear.

Jesica walks out in completely see through lingerie.

"Ooooohhhh! You look SO HOT!" Evan jumps off the bed and grabs Jessica before kissing her passionately.

"Ooh!  Excited, baby?" Jessica smiles as she softly stroke him over his underwear.

"Mrs. Peters, YOU are getting pregnant tonight!" Evan picks her up making her let out a high pitched scream and giggle.

He throws her onto the bed and.. Well, you know what happened next...