New Beginnings: Criminal Minds ~ Ghost Whisperer Crossover

Starting Over

Chapter 3
Starting Over

*Melinda’s Point of View*

It had been a week since the big move and I start work tomorrow.
Aiden and Savannah start school up against in 4 days which is killing them both because neither of them want to be that new kid that enters half way through the year.

“I’m sorry but I’m not letting you both go online,” I say getting rom their table as we go through the papers the school just sent us. “I was considering maybe letting Aiden because he’s older but now I’m just flat out saying no.”
“But, mom.” Savannah begs. “I hate school; especially private schools that are full of stuck-up snobs.”
“Baby girl, you’re going to be fine. You got into this school because you’re talented. This isn’t just a private school; it’s a talent school, Sav. You’re an amazing dancer.” I laugh and stand up. “And your brother got in because he’s a genius.”
“I’m a genius too. I’ve been getting 4.0 since I was little.” Savannah beams.
“I know…” I say reaching up to a cupboard and opening it but it wasn’t the one I was used too. “I’ve got two genius children. Now, both of you need to figure out your schedules.”
“Still used to our kitchen back home?” Jim asks walking in the room.
“Yeah…” I say and he grabs me the bag of chips from the cupboard right next to it.
“You know, it’s pretty cute that you had to jump to open that cupboard.” Jim laughs and presses a kiss into my cheek.
“Don’t make fun of my shortness,” I state and take the chips from him and make my way back to the table. “Have you two narrowed your decisions down on your classes you want to take?”
“I’m taking Advanced Dance 101 and French 1,” Savannah says writing down a few things on her schedule sheet and then hands it to me. “Just sign at the bottom.”
“Okay.” I say and go to write an M but stop myself. “Damn. I really have to get control on that.”
“Control on what?” Jim asks and tries to steal my chips but I slap his hand.
“My chips; not yours.” I laugh and then sigh. “I’m still used to writing Melinda; not Katie.”
“Well, you’ve been writing Melinda since you could write and now all of a sudden you have to stop and change that to Katie Callahan; Kate for short. It’s not that easy.” He says and kisses my cheek.
“Okay. I need to sign this.” I say and write Kate Callahan across the dotted line. “There. Put this in your folder, Sav. Aiden, have you made your decision?”
“Yeah, I think so…” He mutters and writes a few things down. “I’m taking AP Anatomy semester 1, AP Calculus semester 2, and Spanish 2.”
“Smart-ass…” Savannah mutters and unlocks her phone.
“Watch your mouth, young lady.” I say and then sign Aiden’s sheet. “Wait. Your father has to sign it too. Sav, pull your sheet out again.”
“Here dad.” Aiden and Savannah say and hand him their sheets.
“There.” Jim says and signs Chris Callahan and gives it back. “Oh that feels weird to sign a different name.”
“Yeah, now you know I feel.” I say as they tuck there sheets away. “We’re officially the Callahan’s now.”
“That’s so weird to hear.” Savannah whispers. “I have to get used to Megan Callahan.”
“And I have to get used to Nicholas Callahan.” Aiden mutters.
“Well when we’re home alone I’m going to call you Aiden and Savannah because that’s what your father and I named you.” I conclude. ”Is there anything else we need to sign before we go shopping to get your school supplies?”
“No. We went through all of the sheets.” They both respond.
“Okay, let’s go shopping. I have to get some stuff for the house as well.” I say and we all stand up except Jim. “You want to come honey?”
“Sure, shopping sounds like so much fun,” Jim chuckles and gets up from his chair.
“Yay. Family fun that doesn’t involve supernatural occurrences!” Savannah cheers.
“We’re doing something normal,” I laugh as we all grab our coats and exit the two-story house.
“That’s a first,” Jim jokes.
“Very true.” We all add and file into the black SUV.

*Two Hours Later*

“Too much shopping…” Jim moans as he sets his arm load of stud and then collapses on the couch.
“It was only two hours, baby.” I laugh and set down my arm load of stuff.
“Never again…” He mutters.
“You’re such a baby…” I whisper and smooth his hair out of his face and kiss his cheek. “Come on. There’s more in trunk.”
“Ugh…” He groans.
“You two. Get started on separating your stuff. Put the stuff for the house in the kitchen.” I say and leave to get the last of the bags with Jim.
“Yes, mom.” Both kids answer and start sorting through the stuff in the living room.
“Is this all that’s left?” He asks grabbing the last two bags.
“Yep.” I answer and shut the trunk as Jim walks into the house. “Wait for me…”
“You walk too slow,” Jim says pausing to stretch at the front door.
“I’m sorry that I have little legs.” I say and slap his chest. “You’re so mean to me.”
“I only joke because I love you,” he says leaning in for a kiss.
“No. I’m not kissing you ever again.” I pout and cross my arms over my chest.
“Oh yeah?” He asks cocking an eyebrow.
“Mhmm…” I mutter and stare at him. “I’m mad at you.”
“You won’t be for long…” He mutters and goes to kiss my neck.