Dreaming of a Redhead

Here We Go Again

Brooklyn's POV

I paced back and fourth backstage as everyone warmed up, stanched, or got hyped up for the show. Everyone was so excited that the show was finally opening up.

But me?

I was a nervous wreck!

As I always am!

I looked down at my costume for the millionth time. I was wearing light blue converse and  shorts with a that all most looked like the one form the movie. Only this one had a few dots on it. and a sweater just for the opening scene. My hair was curled and in a half up dew with a braid in the back. My makeup was typical natural stage makeup and my mic was all set to go.

I was wearing the little anklet Nick had given him way back when. I always wear it when I'm on stage. It doesn't matter what or where it is, it just calms me down. In the middle of my thoughts I looked down at the engagement ring on my finger, I started playing with it and soon my mind left the thought of opening night and wandered to the rest of my life.

Pretty soon I'll be Brooklyn Flaherty. I'll probably still sign my name as Brooklyn Masson, seeing as that's where all my performing credibility is. But just the thought of it makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

What will the future hold? If we have kids what will they look like? I was pulled out of my thoughts when I felt two strong arms wrap around my waist, a soft, loving kiss pressed onto my cheek, and a tender voice whispered into my ear, "How's my lovely bride to be doing on this fine night?"

"Ready to get a cab and actually go to Brooklyn," I replied while turning around. "I'm scared Skybelle," I said while looking into his eyes. "This has been my dream since I first saw the movie. I'm scared that I'll mess up."

"You'll be amazing Fun Size," he said while moving his hands up to my shoulders. He had a soft, yet firm grip that made me feel safe. "You've worked hard and you've earned this more than anyone. Stop stressing and you'll be just fine."

"Easy for you to say," I replied. "You've done opening night before. I've only done closing night."

Sky smiled softly before pulling me into a tight hug. "You'll be just fine Fun Size. I know you can do this. I believe in you. You just have to believe in yourself."

I hate to say it, but he's right.

It's hard though. When I was on tour I was mostly in the background or behind someone. I barley had anything speaking lines and I always had someone out there with me on stage. But now? Now I'll be front and center leading the whole thing. Sure I did that as Katherine but it wasn't opening night! That's completely different!

Before I could say anything the places were being called. Sky gave me one more tight squeeze before letting me go. I smiled at him before walking onto stage. Nick gave me a pat on the back as I walked past him and Morgan smiled at me. I smiled and nodded at both of them before taking a deep breath and walked onto stage while singing

I have a dream
A song to sing
To help me cope
With anything
If you see the wonder
Of a fairy tale
You can take the future
Even if you fail

I believe in angels
Something good in everything I see
I believe in angels
When I know the time is right for me
I'll cross the stream
I have a dream

"Even if you fail." I took a deep breath as I looked out into the audience before looking down at the letters as I said, "Sam Carmichael. Bill Anderson. And Harry Bright." I put them into the mail box before continuing to sing as I walked across the stage slowly.

I have a dream
A fantasy
To help me through reality
And my destination
Makes it worth the while
Pushing through the darkness
Still another mile