TheCosbyShowReunion

[ZeldaGilroy]

This is the first Cosby Show fanfic I have written. It is a reunion and I will be posting it in parts because it is really long! Please let me know what you think of it!

The Cosby Show Reunion (Of course for legal reasons, I will state that I did not create any of the original characters of The Cosby Show. That was the creative talent of the wonderful Bill Cosby, and I am simply an adoring fan of his work!)

Chapter 1

The restaurant was dimly lit and as she listened to the soft music playing in the background, Rudy Huxtable almost fell asleep. She had been waiting for almost an hour. She looked at her watch, wondering what was taking her boyfriend so long. He had asked her to meet him, and now he was late. Rudy yawned and was preparing to leave when she saw him rushing towards the table. “Don’t leave,” Terrell Jameson shouted to his girlfriend from across the crowded restaurant. People were staring, but he didn’t care. Rudy ducked her head down, embarrassed. “I made it,” Terrell said out of breath. “I’m sorry I’m late.”

Rudy looked frustrated at him, but sat back down at the table. He grinned at her and something inside her made her giggle a little. She could not resist this man. He was too charming. She had met Terrell at the beginning of her senior year at Hillman College, and now, less than a year later, the two were inseparable. “Why were you late?” Rudy asked, crossing her arms and trying to sound angry, but knowing Terrell could see right through her phoniness. Terrell smiled, “I had to pick up this…”

He reached into his pocket, and pulled out a small velvet box. He opened it, revealing a diamond engagement ring. Rudy gasped at the sight of the ring. It was so beautiful. And as Terrell began to kneel down before her on one knee, she felt tears welling up in her eyes. “Rudy, I love you…” Terrell began. “I cannot imagine my life without you. Since that day I saw you across campus at Hillman, I knew you were the love of my life. Will you marry me?”

Rudy was speechless. She loved Terrell and she knew how he felt about her, but she had not expected this. “I love you Terrell,” Rudy said softly. “You know that.” The look in Terrell’s eyes showed that he was worried about her answer. He thought she might say ‘no.’ “Rudy,” he whispered still on bended knee, “Please don’t say no.” He looked at the other customers who were staring at them waiting for her answer. “Don’t humiliate me in front of the entire restaurant…please,” he begged. Rudy bent down and kissed him, causing the room full of people to cheer, assuming she had said yes to his proposal.

Terrell sat back in his chair and attempted to slide the ring on Rudy’s finger, but she stopped him. “I haven’t said yes, Terrell,” Rudy said gently. She looked down briefly at the table, and then into his deep brown eyes. “What about Paris?” she asked. She knew she had touched a nerve with him, but she also knew it had to be discussed. Rudy had recently graduated with a degree in business administration, and had already been offered a job at a large company’s Paris office. She had accepted right away, and planned to move in a few months, something that had recently put a strain on her relationship with Terrell.

Terrell shrugged, “What about it?” he said. “You won’t have to go now. You can stay here and we can be together.” As angry as she was, Rudy had expected his response. “Terrell,” she replied, “I am not giving up Paris. This is a big opportunity for me. If you can’t see that…if you can’t respect that…I can’t marry you.” She picked up her purse and headed for the door. Terrell sat briefly, but soon followed her. He ran after her and quickly caught up with her. “Rudy…” he shouted. “I love you! I’ll go with you! We can’t be apart…Please don’t leave me.” Rudy saw the tears in his eyes. She knew he loved her.

“I’m leaving in three months, Terrell,” she said. “Even if I say yes, we’ll never be able to plan a wedding in such a short amount of time.” Terrell put his arms around her and kissed her lips gently. “Say yes Rudy,” he pleaded. “We can have a small little family wedding. It won’t take long. Then I can go to Paris with you…we won’t have to be apart.” Rudy looked at him and knew she couldn’t resist him. “Okay,” she smiled, holding out her hand for Terrell to slip the ring on. “Let’s get married.”

Chapter 2
As she entered her apartment, Rudy glanced at the clock. It was already after midnight. “Too late to call anybody,” she thought to herself. She looked down at the glamorous engagement ring on her finger and smiled. She hoped she had made the right decision. Suddenly she thought of somebody she could call, but as she picked up the phone, she changed her mind. Instead she walked into the kitchen to look for something to eat. She laughed realizing that in all the commotion of Terrell’s marriage proposal, they had not actually eaten at the restaurant. She grabbed some chips and sat down on the couch. As she turned on the TV and flipped mindlessly through the channels, she again picked up the phone. This time she dialed and waited as it rang.

“Hello,” a voice said on the other end of the line. Rudy could barely hear him through the sound of the stereo blasting on the other end. “Kenny?” Rudy asked, unsure through the noise if she had her friend or his roommate on the line. The music stopped and Kenny spoke into the phone. “Rudy?” he asked. “Hey, what’s up? You never call me this late.” He laughed a little. “We were just having a little party.” Rudy smiled at the sound of her friend’s voice. “I just wanted to call you,” she said. “I have some news.”

“What is it?’ Kenny asked cautiously, somehow knowing what she was going to say. Rudy sighed, “I’m getting married,” she said almost in a whisper. Kenny was silent on the other end. Then he spoke up suddenly. “Married huh? To Terrell?” Rudy answered with a simple, “yes.” Kenny knew this day was coming, but as many girls as he dated, or as many times as he had told himself to let Rudy lead her own life, he still wanted to be with her. “What about Paris?” He asked, knowing how important the move was to Rudy. “Terrell is going with me,” Rudy responded.

“Wow,” Kenny said at a loss for words. “Well congratulations…I actually need to go now Rudy. I’ll talk to you later though, okay.” Rudy knew Kenny was hurt. She hated to be the cause of his pain. “Alright,” she said. “We’ll talk later. Oh…Kenny, you will come to my wedding won’t you?” Kenny was silent for a moment, then answered. “Hey, would I miss my best friend’s wedding? Bye Rudy!” “Bye…Bud,” Rudy said playfully. The she hung up the phone.

The next morning, Rudy woke up early, anxious to call her parents and tell them the news. She knew they liked Terrell and she hoped they would be happy. The phone rang and Cliff quickly answered it. “Huxtable residence,” he said into the phone. “Dad,” Rudy said, “Is Mom there too?” Cliff laughed. “She’s right here, but why do you always call and want to talk to your mother. You have a father too you know.” Rudy laughed. “I want to talk to both of you. Put me on speaker phone.” Cliff looked at his wife. “She wants to be on speaker,” he said a little worried. Clair smiled, “Well put her on speaker,” she said.

Once the phone was set so both her parents could hear, Rudy made her announcement. “Mom…Dad, Terrell and I are getting married.” The Huxtables were shocked by their youngest daughter’s news. “Rudy,” Clair said thoughtfully, “Are you sure you and Terrell are not rushing things?” Rudy understood her mother’s concern. “Mom, we love each other. And you like Terrell. We want to get married before I go to Paris so we can go together.” Cliff was still sitting in shock of the news. “That is a pretty fast wedding,” he said. “Daddy,” Rudy began, “I love him.” Cliff looked at Clair and they both shook their heads in defeat. “Well,” Clair said. “It looks like we have a wedding to plan.”
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This story does not only focus on Rudy. The other characters will all be involved soon!

What do you think?????

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
THIS RULES!!! POST MORE SOON!!! I actually have an idea:how
about setting this story just before 9-11 and show how the
tragedy affects the Huxtables? Just my suggestion, of course.

I am glad you like it. I will post more later.

I like your suggestion of the 9-11 story-line, but I don't think I feel up to writing something like that right now. I wrote a Facts of Life fanfic in November that focused on the effect 9-11 had on the characters and that was really hard and emotional. I get too caught up in my writing! I hope you'll still be interested in reading this one though!

I like your fanfics. Maybe you should write a Cosby Show one that focuses on 9-11. I'd like to read it!

[Central Perk]

Can't wait to read more!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Yay! I have two readers. Here are two more chapters for you!!!
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Chapter 3

“Mom…” four-year-old Tavian Brickey was shaking his mother. “Wake up Mom,” he said a little louder than a whisper. Vanessa opened her eyes and squinted as she looked at her son. “What is it Tavian?” she asked, a bit annoyed at first. Then she smiled at him. “What do you need, hon?” Tavian sat on the bed next to his mother. “I need you to get up,” he said. Vanessa looked at the clock. It was already 7:30. She couldn’t believe she had slept so late. The alarm clock must not have gone off. Now she would be running late all day. She kissed her son and got out of bed. “Where is your sister?” she asked. Tavian smiled. “She’s on the phone. That’s why you have to get up. She’s talking to Grandma and Grandma wants to talk to you.” He shook his head and looked as if his mother should have already known what was going on. Vanessa had to laugh a little at her son’s attitude.

She walked down the hall and saw that her daughter was enjoying her conversation with her grandmother. “That is so exciting,” the eight-year-old shouted into the phone. Then she turned and saw her mother. “Mom, guess what? Aunt Rudy is getting married!” Vanessa was surprised. “Go get ready for school Talia,” she said. “You’re already late.” She took the phone from her daughter. “Mom,” she said into the phone. “Did Talia say Rudy is getting…married?” Clair was calling the whole family to tell them the news and Vanessa was her first call. “Yes,” Clair said. “Rudy and Terrell are getting married. Rudy is so excited and the wedding will have to be pretty quick because they are moving to Paris.” Vanessa was still stunned by the news. “Mom,” she said. “Don’t you think Rudy is a little young to get married? She should go to Paris and live life. She is so young.” Clair was surprised by Vanessa’s response. “Well, they love each other…and Rudy is twenty-two years old. That’s two years older than you were when you married Dabnis.” Vanessa didn’t respond.

“Well Vanessa, I need to make some more calls,” Clair said softly. She was a little concerned about Vanessa. She didn’t seem to be herself. “Rudy wants the whole family to help plan the wedding. So, can you and Dabnis and the kids come down this weekend? It will be great to have everyone together.” Vanessa thought about what to say. “Uhm…I can bring the kids, but Dabnis has a lot of work to do at the college this weekend,” she said feeling guilty about lying to her mother. “Okay,” Clair said. “We’ll see you then.” Clair paused briefly. “Vanessa?” she asked. “Are you alright.” “I’m fine Mom,” Vanessa said. “I’ll see you Saturday.” She hung up the phone.

Vanessa walked back down the hall and quickly dressed. “Come on you two,” she yelled for her children. “We have to go…now!” She loaded Talia and Tavian into the car and headed for the school. “Mom, I’ll need a note,” Talia said as Vanessa drove. “I’ll write it when we get there,” Vanessa said. “Hey,” Talia said excitedly, “Grandma said everyone is getting together this weekend to plan Aunt Rudy’s wedding. That will be so much fun. I can’t wait.” Vanessa looked at her children. “Kids,” she said. “We are going…but please don’t mention anything about your dad while we are at Grandma and Grandpa’s.” “Why?” Tavian asked. “Will Grandma and Grandpa be mad?” Vanessa shook her head. “I just don’t want to ruin Aunt Rudy’s special time.” Talia looked at her mother. “Mom, they are going to figure out that Dad moved out.” Vanessa knew Talia was right, but she just couldn’t bear the thought of telling her family she and Dabnis were separated. “You’re right Tal,” she said. “But for now, it’s our secret…okay?” Both children nodded their heads. They would keep her secret and Vanessa had never felt so guilty in her life.

Chapter 4

“I don’t get it,” the little boy kept repeating over and over. Theo Huxtable looked at his student and was losing patience. “Kyle,” he said. “I know it’s hard, but you have to focus.” The little boy wrinkled his freckled nose in frustration. “I am focusing Mr. Huxtable. It’s just too hard for me.” Theo sighed and looked at the boy. Kyle had been trying so hard. “Alright,” Theo said. “Finish the next problem, and then you can go outside for recess.” Theo helped Kyle through the problem and sent him outside.

As Kyle was running out the door, he nearly ran over Miss Lawrence standing in the doorway. “Slow down young man,” the cheerful young teacher said as Kyle made his way outside. Then she turned to Theo. “You have a phone call,” she smiled. Theo looked up at her. “How long have you been standing there?” he asked surprised to see her. She grinned. “Long enough,” she answered. “You are working wonders with Kyle,” she added. Theo laughed. “He’s not making as much progress as I would like, but he’s coming along.”

Theo stood up and headed for the doorway. “I guess I should take this call,” he smiled. Julia Lawrence walked out the door with him. “It’s your mother,” she said. “She said something about your sister, but she was so anxious I couldn’t understand her.” “Which sister?” Theo asked. Julia looked confused. “I don’t know, she didn’t say. How many do you have?” Theo smiled. “Four…” Then he picked up the phone.

“Hi, Mom?” Theo asked picking up the phone. “What’s going on?” Clair began to tell him the news. Theo was a little surprised that Rudy was planning to get married. “She must really like this guy,” Theo said to his mother. Clair agreed. “She does. And she wants everyone to help plan the wedding. Can you come over this weekend?” Theo did not live very far from his parents so it wouldn’t be a problem. “Is everyone else coming?” he asked. Clair answered, “Well, Vanessa is coming, but I haven’t had the chance to ask anyone else.” Theo knew everyone would do their best to come. After all, Rudy was their baby sister. “I’ll be there,” he said. “Talk to you later Mom.”

Hanging up the phone, Theo saw that Julia was still standing there. “My youngest sister is getting married,” he said. “I can’t believe it.” Julia smiled. “Why? What’s wrong with marriage?” Theo shrugged. “Nothing I guess. It’s just that she seems to be rushing things. I’m a lot older than her, and I’m not married. I’m happy.” Julia smiled. “Maybe you’d be happier if you had a wife to share your life with,” she suggested. The bell rang, and the two teachers went back to their classrooms.
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[ZeldaGilroy]

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Chapter 5

Denise Kendall was washing the dishes when the phone rang. She turned off the water and reached for the phone. “Hello?” she answered. Her smile quickly turned to a frown. “What did she do?” Denise asked in a frustrated tone. “Okay, I understand if you want to tell me in person Mr. Ferguson.” She closed her eyes and exhaled trying to control her anger. “No, my husband isn’t here right now. I’ll come and get her.” She reached for her purse and headed for the door as the phone began to ring again. “What did you do now, Olivia?” she commented angrily as she reached for the phone. “Kendall residence,” she answered the phone.

“Denise?” Clair’s voice caught her daughter off-guard. Denise replied quickly, “Mom, I can’t really talk right now. I was on my way out the door.” Clair could tell by her daughter’s anxious tone that something was not right. “I just wanted to ask if you and Martin and the girls could come for a visit this weekend,” Clair said pleasantly. Denise sighed. “I don’t know Mom. We have so much to do. Anissa has a sleep-over I think and Olivia may be busy.” She was thinking about how Olivia would most likely be grounded for the weekend and a trip to New York would be more of a reward than a punishment. “Well,” Clair said. “Rudy wants everyone to get together to plan her wedding.”

“Her what?” Denise asked confused. Clair laughed. “Rudy and Terrell are getting married. They want to make plans this weekend. Say you’ll come. She would be so disappointed if you weren’t here.” Denise looked at the clock. She should have been at the high school five minutes ago. “I’ll talk to Martin, and I’ll let you know. I’m sorry Mom but I have to go. I love you. Bye.” Denise hung up the phone and rushed out the door.

A few minutes later she pulled up in front of the high school. She walked into the main office and the secretary seemed to glare at her. “Mrs. Kendall,” the older woman said stiffly. “Olivia is in Mr. Ferguson’s office.” She pointed towards the office and Denise walked in. Olivia was sitting in a chair and Mr. Ferguson nodded to Denise as she entered. “Mrs. Kendall,” he began. “I was sorry to have to call you in again, but Olivia’s behavior cannot be tolerated.” Denise looked at her stepdaughter. “Would you like to tell me what happened?” Denise asked her. Olivia shrugged. “Nothing happened,” she said. “They just don’t believe in freedom around here.” Olivia glared at Mr. Ferguson.

“Mrs. Kendall,” he began. “Olivia skipped her math class today and was found under the bleachers in the gym with Trey Sellers.” Denise put her hand to her forehead. “Olivia,” she said loudly. “What were you thinking?" Olivia shook her head. “We weren’t doing anything. Besides, math is so boring. I needed some ‘me’ time.” Mr. Ferguson commented, “They were kissing when Coach Kelly found them.” Denise looked at Mr. Ferguson. “I’m sorry,” she said. “Olivia’s father and I will take care of this. Is she suspended?” Mr. Ferguson nodded. “Mrs. Kendall, we only have two weeks left of school, and Olivia has been suspended off and on all year. I’m suspending her for the rest of the year. She’ll have to attend summer school, or repeat tenth grade.”

“What?” Olivia shouted. “You can’t do that!” Denise looked pleadingly at the principal. “Mr. Ferguson, is there any other option?” Mr. Ferguson felt sorry for the woman. “No,” he said. “Olivia is so bright. I hate to do this. But there is no other choice.” Denise nodded understandingly.

No one said a word as they walked to the car. Denise started to drive. She turned and looked at Olivia who was staring out the window. “Olivia, I have had it. This is it! You think the school doesn’t believe in freedom…wait till your father hears about this. You are not to leave the house, use the phone, and absolutely NO contact with Trey…NONE!” Olivia looked angrily at her stepmother. “You can’t do that!” she shouted. “I’m sixteen. I need my friends. I deserve a life.” Denise had expected this. “When you learn how to behave in life, you can have a life. Until then, I’m not letting you out of my sight!”

Chapter 6
“This is Sondra Tibideaux,” Sondra answered the phone on her desk. Her secretary was out, and the phone had been ringing off the hook. “Oh, hi Mom,” she said. She sounded cheerful and Clair was glad she didn’t have to worry about her. “Sondra, I have some surprising news. Rudy is getting married.” Sondra was surprised. “Really? Wow! When?” she asked. Clair continued. “Soon. She wants everyone to get together this weekend to help plan the wedding. She and Terrell will be moving to Paris in three months, so it will have to be a small wedding. Will you and Elvin be able to make it this weekend to help with the wedding plans?”

Sondra wanted to go, but she was busy and she wasn’t sure if Elvin was on call at the hospital. “I want to Mom,” she began. “I just don’t know. I’m working with a client and Elvin may need to be at the hospital.” Clair was disappointed. “I understand. But try Sondra. It means a lot to Rudy.” Sondra knew her baby sister would be upset if she didn’t make it. “I’ll find a way,” she said.

As she hung up the phone, there was a knock at the door. A man in his mid-thirties opened the door and walked in. “Sondra,” he said. “Are you ready to get to work with Mr. Lowell?” Sondra was surprised to see her colleague at the door. He was the son of a senior partner at the law firm, and although she had worked with him before, she had never planned to again. “Tim, I thought Carol was working with me on this?” Tim walked over to her desk. “Carol has the flu, so Dad assigned me. He knows we are good friends.” Sondra looked down at her desk. “Tim, I don’t think I can do this. It is a bad idea.” Tim sat down next to her. “Why?” he asked softly. “We are just friends.” Sondra knew they were just friends, but she also knew that at one time they had been close to being more than friends. “Tim…my friendship with you almost cost me my marriage.” Tim laughed. “We never did anything Sondra,” he said sarcastically.

“I don’t care,” she responded. “All the time we spent together talking, going to dinner, even working late…I was cheating on my husband. We may not have acted upon them, but our feelings were stronger than friendship, Tim. Elvin is a wonderful man, and when I explained everything to him, he tried to understand. Thank God I didn’t let things go any further than dinner dates and conversation. Elvin forgave me then. If I start seeing you again now, I would be betraying his trust. I can’t do it. I can’t work on Mr. Lowell’s case with you.”

Tim stood up and headed for the door. “Fine Sondra,” he said. “I can see you’ve made up your mind.” Sondra nodded. “I have,” she said softly. Tim looked hurt and angry at the same time. “You better hope you made the right decision,” he replied. “Because when my father finds out you refuse to work with me, you could be out of a job!”

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[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
MORE!!! MORE!!! MORE!!!

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Chapter 7

Clair had called everyone, and everyone was going to try to make it. She walked into the kitchen. Cliff was making a sandwich. “Well,” she said. “I think everyone will be here.” Cliff smiled. He laughed. “You know,” he said, “for years I thought this house would never be empty. But now…it seems so quiet. It will be nice to have some noise in these rooms again.” Clair laughed. “I can’t wait.” She kissed him. “We are so lucky Cliff,” she added. “We have great children.” Cliff smiled. “And,” he added, “We have plenty of grandchildren to spoil.” Clair laughed. “You hated it when our parents spoiled our kids, Cliff.” “I know,” he said. “But now it’s my turn.”

They walked into the living room. “Clair,” Cliff began. “This wedding announcement has really thrown me for a loop. Rudy has always been so independent. I thought she liked it on her own. Why do you think she is rushing into this?” Clair put her arms around him. “I think she’s in love,” she smiled. Cliff looked serious. “It just seems so rushed. You don’t think she’s pregnant or anything?” Clair shook her head. “Cliff, this is Rudy. She has a good head on her shoulders. I’m sure that’s not it.”

Cliff shrugged. “Are you forgetting our other daughter? The smart one. The one who graduated from high school a year early, only to go off to college, sneak around with an older man, get engaged to this man…break up with him…get back together with him…get pregnant and then marry him.” Clair smiled. “I’m not forgetting, Cliff. Vanessa made some poor choices…No one will deny that. But you like Dabnis…I like him. He loves Vanessa, and they are happy.” She leaned next to him on the couch. “They have given us two of those grandchildren you love to spoil so much.” Cliff nodded.

“Cliff, I’m a little concerned about Vanessa and Denise.” Clair said suddenly. Cliff looked at her questioningly. Clair continued. “Vanessa sounded really upset about Rudy’s wedding, and that’s not like her at all. And Denise…well she practically hung up on me. She claimed she was in a big hurry.” Cliff laughed. “I’m sure they are fine. You worry too much you know. Vanessa was probably just concerned about Rudy rushing into things, and Denise was probably busy.” Clair nodded, ‘Maybe,” she said. “Well,” Cliff replied. “If anything is wrong, I’m sure you’ll figure it out this weekend.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
KEEP IT GOING! WE ALL LOVE YOU!

Thanks...I'm glad I have a loyal reader! I am trying really hard to make this story a good one, and I appreciate the kind words!:)

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Chapter 8

There was a loud knock at the door. Rudy was waiting for Terrell to show up. They were going to her parent’s house a day early to start planning the wedding. “I’m coming Terrell,” she shouted, annoyed by his persistent knocking. She opened the door. “I hope you’re not disappointed. I’m not Terrell,” a voice shouted as she opened the door. “Kenny!” Rudy shouted. “What are you doing here?” Kenny smiled and reached out and hugged his friend. “I just thought I’d come for a visit. After that bombshell you dropped on me last night, I wanted to talk to you in person. So, I packed a bag, got on the bus, rode for two hours and here I am.”

Rudy led Kenny into the living room. The two sat on the couch and Kenny continued talking. “So, you really want to marry this guy?” Rudy smiled and nodded. “He is really great Kenny. If you knew him better, I know you’d like him.” Kenny smiled a fake smile. “I met him last September. He seemed okay.” Rudy took Kenny’s hand in hers. “He’s more than okay, Kenny. He loves me.” Kenny knew she was happy and wanted to be happy for her. “Well, I’m happy for you then,” he said. “But why are you in such a rush to get married?” Rudy smiled. “I’m moving to Paris. You know that. Terrell wants to go with me. I want him to go. It just makes more sense to get married now.”

Before they could continue their talk, Terrell came in. He looked at Rudy sitting on the couch, holding hands with another man, and it was hard for him to control his jealousy. “What is going on here?” he asked quickly. Rudy walked over to him and kissed him. Then led him to the couch where Kenny was still sitting. “You remember my friend Kenny,” she said. Terrell looked at Kenny. “Of course,” he said slowly. “Nice to see you again.” Kenny nodded and smiled. Terrell turned to his fiancée. “Rudy, can I see you in the kitchen please?” Rudy looked at Kenny. “Please excuse us, Kenny,” she smiled and walked into the kitchen.

“What is he doing here?” Terrell asked frustrated by Kenny’s presence. Rudy looked at him, unsure of what to say. “He came to see me,” she said. “What is wrong with you?” Terrell looked angrily at his fiancée. “What’s wrong with me?” he asked. “I come home to find my fiancée holding hands with another man…” Rudy interrupted him. “Hold on,” she said. “First of all…this is not your home, it’s mine. Secondly, I can touch my friends without your permission.” Terrell was upset. “I don’t like you hanging on other men,” he said. “I wasn’t hanging on him,” Rudy said trying not to shout. “He’s my friend. I’ve known him since I was six. Get over it!”

Rudy walked back into the living room and Terrell followed her. “Kenny,” she said. “We were just on our way over to my parents house to start making wedding plans.” Kenny stood up. “Oh,” he said. “I didn’t mean to intrude. I’ll just leave.” Rudy stopped him. “You rode on a bus for two hours to get here, you can’t just leave. Come with us. It’ll be fun. Mom and Dad would love to see you.” Kenny smiled. “Okay,” he replied. Rudy turned to Terrell. “We’re ready to go,” she said sarcastically. “Are you coming?” Rudy and Kenny walked out to Rudy’s car, and Terrell slowly followed.
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I hope you liked it. I'll post more later tonight if I have time!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954


PLEASE FIND THE TIME! THIS STORY RULES!

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Chapter 9

Vanessa turned on her street and was anxious to get home. It had been a long day. Not only had she woke up late, but she had been late for work by the time she took Talia to school and Tavian to the daycare center, and her boss was not happy about it. She was working as a bank teller, a job she was not too enthused about, but needed. The bank manager was a grumpy older man, and it was impossible to make him happy. Vanessa felt like she only succeeded in making the other employees look better in his eyes.

As she pulled up to the house, she saw that Dabnis had parked his car on the street. He was staying at a hotel since their separation, but he had picked the kids up and brought them home. Vanessa was supposed to be home thirty minutes earlier and now she would have to explain why she was late. As she opened the door, she saw that Dabnis had made dinner for the kids, and the three of them were sitting at the kitchen table. Tavian ran up to her, wrapping his arms around her waist. “Mom,” he said, “Where were you? You’re late!” He looked like he might cry and Vanessa bent down and hugged him. “I’m sorry sweetie,” she said, kissing him on the cheek. “Mr. Groves made me stay late because I was late this morning.”

Tavian walked back to the table and continued eating his macaroni and cheese. Dabnis stood up and put his plate in the sink as Vanessa walked into the kitchen. “Thanks for making them dinner,” Vanessa said softly. Dabnis nodded. “I wouldn’t let my kids starve,” he said sharply. Vanessa walked over to him. “I’m sorry I was late, but Mr. Groves wouldn’t let me leave. The alarm didn’t go off this morning, I was late for work…I had to make up the time.” Dabnis looked at her and sighed. “Why do you let him do this to you?” he asked angrily. “Nessa, you are so much better than that job and I hate the way Groves takes advantage of you.” Vanessa looked down, trying to hide her emotions. “It’s the only job I have,” she said and walked into the living room.

She heard the water running in the sink. Talia and Tavian came into the living room and turned on the TV. “Do you have any homework?” Vanessa asked her daughter. Talia shook her head. “No, it’s so close to the end of the year, we barely do any work anymore.” Dabnis walked into the room. “I washed the dishes,” he said. “And I put a plate in the microwave for you if you’re hungry later.” Vanessa nodded, “Thanks,” she replied. She looked at Talia and Tavian lying in front of the television. “Tal,” she said. “Why don’t you go pack a bag to take to Grandma and Grandpa’s this weekend.” Tavian sat up. “Can I pack my bag too,” he asked. Vanessa laughed a little at his enthusiasm. “Alright,” she said. “But I get to check it before we go. I am not taking a bag full of action figures and play dough to New York.” Both of the kids ran upstairs.

Dabnis laughed. “He did that last Christmas. It was my fault though…I was suppose to check the bag.” Vanessa laughed. “So,” Dabnis asked, “Why the trip to your parent’s house?” Vanessa sighed, “Rudy wants to get married, and the whole family is going to help her plan the wedding.” Dabnis smiled. “That sounds fun. Tell her congratulations from me.” Vanessa looked frustrated. “I will not,” she said. “I’m not doing anything to encourage Rudy to make the biggest mistake of her life.”

“What makes you think it is a mistake?” Dabnis asked. Vanessa was trying to hold back her tears. “She’s too young. She doesn’t know what she’s getting into.” “Like you, right Vanessa?” Dabnis asked angrily. “You don’t want her to make the mistake you made!” Vanessa looked sadly at her husband. “I didn’t say that Dabnis. At least Rudy is finished with college. She can be someone on her own.”

“You are somebody Vanessa,” he said. Vanessa smirked. “Oh yeah, I forgot. I’m a bank teller, who barely makes enough money to buy her kids shoes.” Dabnis looked worried. “If you need money, all you have to do is ask. I can give you more child support if the kids need shoes.” “That’s not the point, Dabnis.” Vanessa cried. “I gave up my dreams when we got married! That’s why I have to work at the stupid bank and put up with Groves. I didn’t finish college. I can’t do anything else.”

Dabnis shook his head. “I am tired of you blaming me because you are not happy with your life Vanessa.” Vanessa looked into his eyes. “I don’t blame you,” she said softly. “I blame me. I was stupid. I got pregnant. I got married. I gave up everything for you and the kids, and now here I am…nobody.” The room was silent, then Dabnis spoke softly. “You have to work this out Nessa,” he said sadly. “This is why we can’t be together…I can’t stand the way you feel about yourself, or us. Maybe you were too young, and if I pushed you into something you were not ready for, I’m sorry.”

“I love you,” Vanessa said slowly. “And I love Tal and Tavian.” Dabnis smiled weakly. “I know, and we love you too,” he said. “And I know you’re unhappy…but don’t force that unhappiness on Rudy…okay.” Vanessa nodded. Dabnis took her hand in his. “I need to get back to the hotel,” he said. “Tell the kids good-night for me.” As he left, Vanessa put her head in her hands as her tears fell.
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[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
This is a totally cool story! I hope Princess Rudith gives King
Terrel the royal boot! I think she and Bud belong together!

You don't like Terrell???? I can't beleive it! LOL:lol:

I guess you'll just have to wait and see if Rudy stays with Terrell or turns to good old Bud (Kenny);)

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Chapter 10

“What are you doing here so late?” Julia Lawrence, standing in the doorway of Theo’s classroom, asked nicely. Theo looked up at her and smiled. “I’m trying to figure out a new plan for math tomorrow. That assembly scheduled tomorrow morning is going to throw me off.” He put down his pencil. “What are you still doing here?” Julia laughed. “Working on summer packets for my class. I’m afraid if I don’t send some work home for the summer, their brains will turn to mush.”

Theo looked at the clock on the wall. “It’s six o’clock,” he said. Then he yawned. “I had no idea it was so late.” Julia grinned. “I know,” she said. “I was thinking the same thing. Everyone else left over an hour ago.” Theo stood up and reached for his bag. “I guess we had better get out of here before someone sees the lights and calls security.” Julia nodded. Theo walked with her to her classroom where she opened up her bag and placed some papers inside. Then she grabbed her purse.

“So, when are you supposed to start helping your sister plan this wedding?” She asked cheerfully as they walked to the parking lot. Theo shrugged. “I guess this weekend. All of my sisters should be here by Saturday.” Julia smiled. “It must be nice to have such a big family. I’m an only child. What are your sisters like?” Theo laughed. “They are something else.” Julia smiled. “I’d like to hear about them,” she said softly.

“Well,” Theo began. “Rudy, the bride-to-be, is the youngest. She just graduated from Hillman College and is moving to Paris in a few months.” Julia’s eyes widened. “Paris?” she asked. “Wow.” Theo nodded. “She is definitely
on her way,” he added. “And then there is Vanessa. She lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and two kids. Denise lives in Rhode Island. Her husband is in the military. She has a step-daughter Olivia, and a nine year old, Anissa.” Julia looked at Theo. “Sounds like you have a pretty nice family,” she said. Theo grinned. “I do,” he said. “My oldest sister Sondra lives in New Jersey. She is a lawyer and her husband is a doctor. They have thirteen year old twins.”

Julia smiled sweetly. “You are making me jealous,” she said. Theo looked questioningly at her. “What?” he asked. Julia continued. “You have a great family…all those siblings…and nieces and nephews. When I go home for a visit, it’s just me and my mom.” Theo smiled at her. “Would you like to go get some dinner?” he asked. “I could fill you in on my childhood adventures in the Huxtable household.” Julia laughed. “I’d love that,” she said.
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Chapter 11

“I’m home,” Martin Kendall yelled as he walked through the door. Nine-year-old Anissa ran up to her father. “Dad,” she said. “I have a spelling test tomorrow. Can you help me study?” Martin kissed her on the cheek. “Of course,” he said happily. “After dinner.” Anissa sat back down and continued reading her spelling book. Martin walked into the kitchen.

“Mmm…something smells good,” he said looking at his wife who was cooking spaghetti at the stove. Denise smiled at him and he put his arms around her. “Martin,” Denise began. Her tone let him know something was wrong. Martin straightened up and looked into her eyes. “You don’t sound happy,” he said a bit worried. “What is it?” Denise sat down at the table and Martin followed her. “Martin, Olivia has been suspended again…this time for the remainder of the year. Mr. Ferguson says she’ll have to go to summer school or repeat tenth grade.” Martin slammed his fist down on the table. “What did she do this time?” he asked angrily. Denise knew Martin would be upset, but she knew she couldn’t cover for Olivia. “Well,” she began hesitantly. “She skipped class to sit under the bleachers and make out with Trey Sellers.”

“She did what?” Martin asked furiously. “Where is she?” He stood up from the table. Denise put her hand on his shoulder. “Martin, you need to calm down. She’s had enough yelling from me today. Before you go talk to her, I think we need to decide what to do.” Martin sat back down. “I don’t know what to do with her,” he said. “She doesn’t listen to us. She’s always in trouble…making out under the bleachers?” he looked haggard and defeated by his daughter’s behavior.

“Martin,” Denise said softly. “My mom called today. She said Rudy is getting married and wants us to come up this weekend to help with wedding plans.” Martin looked confused. “I hope you said no,” he said. “We can’t go there now.” Denise nodded her head. “I know it seems like a bad idea,” she said, “But maybe it’s not. I have an idea about how we can help Olivia.” Martin looked at her, waiting for an explanation.

Denise continued. “Well, you know how much my parents love Olivia. She respects them in a way she never has respected us. Maybe, she should stay with them for a while…just for the summer. She could attend summer school there. They could straighten her out.” “Denise,” Martin interrupted. “You can’t just send her away.” Denise shook her head. “That’s not what I’m trying to do Martin. But you know as well as I do that Olivia felt safe there…she felt loved. When we moved her to Singapore with us, she only talked about how much she missed it there. And now, maybe if we let her go back…just for a while…it will help her.”

Martin did not want to impose on the Huxtables again. They had done so much for them already. “Did you ask your parents?” Denise shook her head. “Not yet,” she said. “I thought maybe it would be better to discuss it in person.” Martin nodded. “Denise, they may say ‘no.’ I mean your dad just retired…and your mom is still working. Olivia may be an imposition.” Denise knew he was right, but she also felt they had no other choice. Anissa walked into the room. “Is supper ready yet?” she asked impatiently. Denise nodded. “Yeah,” she said. “Go get Olivia.”
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Chapter 12

Sondra walked slowly up the steps. She didn’t want to let anyone know that she could be out of a job, but she also knew she was not good at hiding things from Elvin. She opened the door and walked in. Nelson was doing his homework at the dining room table. “Hey Mom,” he said without even looking up from his work. Sondra walked over to him. “Hi,” she said. “How’s your homework coming?” Nelson looked up. “Okay I guess. It’s science. We have a test on plants.” Sondra smiled at him. “You’ll do fine,” she said.

“Is your dad home yet?” she asked, hoping the answer would be no. If Elvin wasn’t home, it would give her more time to decide what she would say to him. Nelson shook his head. “Nope, he called about an hour ago and said he’d be really late.” Sondra felt relieved. “Did you eat yet?” she asked. Nelson looked up from his science book. “Yeah,” he replied. “Winnie made frozen pizza and I ate half of it.” Sondra smiled. “Alright,” she said. “Where is Winnie anyway?” Nelson pointed to the stairs.

Sondra walked upstairs and changed into shorts and a t-shirt. Then she walked to Winnie’s room and knocked on the door. “Come in,” her daughter’s voice echoed through the door. Sondra pushed the door open and walked in. Winnie was sitting on the bed polishing her fingernails. “Hey Mom…you’re home,” she said. Sondra sat on the bed. “Yes, I’m home,” she said. “What have you been doing all evening?” Winnie shrugged. “I was talking on the phone earlier…then I watched some TV…and now I’m painting my nails.” Sondra nodded. “Uh huh. And I heard through the grapevine that you have a science test coming up?” Winnie looked annoyed at her mother. “So?” She said. “I’ll pass. Nelson just studies too much.” Sondra shook her head. “You just make sure you study…tonight.” Winnie smiled and held up her hands. “Can’t open the book with wet nails,” she laughed, then stopped when she realized her mother was not impressed by the joke. “I’ll start studying,” she said softly.

Sondra walked back to her bedroom. She laid down on the bed. She felt like she might fall asleep, and after her long day she needed it. Suddenly she was jerked awake by the telephone ringing on the nightstand. She reached over and picked it up. “Hello?” she asked groggily. “Elvin, what is it?” Elvin’s voice echoed into the phone. “Sondra, I’ll be home pretty late. I just wanted to let you know.” Sondra smiled. He was always pretty considerate and called if he would be late.

“Nelson told me,” she said. Elvin continued. “I just wanted to make sure you got the message. When I called he was so engrossed in studying I wasn’t sure if he even heard me.” Sondra laughed. “Yeah, too bad Winnie doesn’t have that problem. Oh Elvin, are you too busy to go over to Mom and Dad’s Saturday? It seems that my little sister has found the man of her dreams and wants the whole family to plan her special day.” Elvin sounded surprised. “Rudy? Wow, she has grown up. Good old Kenny popped the question huh?” Sondra cut him off, “No, not Kenny. He’s just a friend. She’s marrying Terrell…you know…her boyfriend.”

Elvin replied, “Oh…well I guess we can go. But I feel bad for poor Kenny.” Sondra was unsure why Elvin was reacting like this. “Why should you feel bad for Kenny? He’s not losing a friend.” Elvin sighed. “Sondra,” he said. “If Rudy marries Terrell, Kenny is out of her life for good, and I’d bet he is not taking the news very well. No man in his right mind is going to let his wife have another man for a best friend.” Sondra thought about her friendship with Tim, and the effect it had had on their marriage. She was sure Elvin was thinking of it too. He spoke quickly, “I have to go, honey. I’ll see you tonight. Love you!” “I love you too,” she said softly and hung up the phone.
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And thanks gbscott1954 for all your nice replies!

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Chapter 13

Rudy pulled up to her parents’ house. Terrell had not said anything since they left, and Kenny had been quiet for most of the ride as well. She looked over at her fiancé sitting next to her. “Are we ready to go in?” she asked, still upset by their argument earlier. Terrell opened the door and Rudy and Kenny followed him.

“You know,” Kenny said. “It would be nice to see Dr. and Mrs. Huxtable again, but maybe this isn’t the right time.” He smiled. “I think I’ll just walk over to my brother’s house.” Rudy looked hurt. “But Kenny,” she said. “We haven’t even had a chance to talk.” Kenny smiled. ‘I know,” he said. “And I’ll come over tomorrow. Right now I think you and Terrell need a chance to talk with your parents. Besides, my brother’s third wife just left him, and I think he needs a shoulder to cry on.” Rudy smirked, “Third wife?” she asked. Kenny nodded. “I can’t believe he found three women who would marry him.” He laughed and turned to walk down the sidewalk.

Rudy opened the door. “Hello?” she shouted. “Is anyone home?” Clair walked out of the kitchen. “Rudy!” she shouted. She hugged her daughter and then turned to Terrell. “And my future son-in-law.” She hugged him tightly. “Hello Mrs. Huxtable,” he said without much feeling. Clair shouted upstairs. “Cliff, Rudy and Terrell are here!”

Cliff came down stairs. “There’s my darling daughter,” he said. He kissed Rudy on the cheek. He put his hand out to shake hands with Terrell, but didn’t say anything to him. They all sat down on the couch. “Well,” Rudy began, “Let’s get started.” Clair smiled. “I thought we might wait until your sisters and brother get here on Saturday. They might be a big help.” Rudy smiled. “I want them to help too. It’s just that I am so excited. I can’t wait to get started.” Clair laughed, but Cliff turned serious. “Seems like you’re in as big a hurry to plan the wedding as you are to get married,” he said. “Why are the two of you rushing into this wedding so fast anyway?” “Cliff,” Clair said trying to stop him from upsetting their daughter. “It’s okay Mom,” Rudy said. “Dad, I love Terrell. I am leaving in a few months, and I want him to come with me. You wouldn’t want him to come with me if we weren’t married, would you?”

“Alright, you’ve got me there,” Cliff gave in. Rudy kissed him on the cheek. Then she turned to her mother. “I was thinking I could wear a plain white dress, nothing too fancy since it’s going to be such a small wedding.” Cliff looked up. “So,” he said questioningly, “You do plan on wearing a WHITE wedding dress, right?” Rudy laughed. “Of course Daddy,” she said. “You don’t have to worry. I deserve a white dress.” “Does she ever,” Terrell said, sounding a bit annoyed. Cliff grinned. “That’s my girl,” he said happily.

Chapter 14
“Are we almost there?” Talia asked her mother as they drove to the Huxtable house. Vanessa sighed. “Talia, we will be there when we get there. Stop asking me.” Talia looked out the window. “Mom,” she said. “Why can’t we move to New York?” “What?” Vanessa asked. “Why would you want to do that?” Talia shrugged. “I don’t know. It just seems so exciting here. It is so boring where we live.” Vanessa laughed. “Well, we can’t move here. Your dad has worked at Lincoln University for a long time, and he’d never find another job as good as that.” Talia looked at her mother. “So,” she said. “Dad doesn’t even live with us anymore. He wouldn’t even come.”

Vanessa couldn’t believe what she was hearing. Even though Dabnis had moved out, she still considered them a family. It hurt to think that Talia didn’t. Vanessa had always assumed that Dabnis would come back, but after listening to her daughter, she was beginning to think about what life would be like if he didn’t. “Tal,” she said softly. “Even though your dad is staying at the hotel, it doesn’t mean he doesn’t love us. We couldn’t live this far away from him. He’d miss you and Tavian like crazy.” Talia looked at her mother. “Would he miss you too, Mom?” she asked simply.

“I’d miss him,” Vanessa answered sincerely. Talia opened up a magazine, and Vanessa was relieved to end their conversation. She glanced to the back seat where Tavian was sleeping in his booster seat. She wondered if Dabnis would miss her if she moved away. She had put him through so much, and he had always been so loving and understanding. He was a wonderful father and husband. She had been unfair to him. She did blame him for her wrong-turns in life, but looking at Talia sitting next to her and Tavian sleeping soundly she knew she had a lot to thank him for as well.

“There’s Grandma and Grandpa’s house!” Talia shouted as they turned on the street. She reached back and shook her brother awake. “We’re here Tavian,” she said happily. Tavian opened his eyes and looked out the window. “Will Grandpa let me wear his tool belt this time?” he asked his mother hopefully. Vanessa laughed. “Let’s hope Grandpa doesn’t even get that thing out,” she said. “Daddy isn’t here to help him.” Tavian and Talia laughed. “Oh yeah,” Talia said, “Remember, we can’t say anything about Dad leaving.” Vanessa looked at her children sadly. “Let’s just hope it doesn’t come up,” she said. “But if it does…I don’t want you kids to lie. You should always tell the truth.” Talia smiled at her mother as she opened her car door and headed for the house.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
Sorry I haven't been replying, but I had something to do earlier
today. I love this story and hope you add more soon! Just one
thing-I hope you don't make Olivia into a little ingrateful brat
with absolutley no redeeming value. I like Olivia a whole lot!

I understand that you had something to do! I just appreciate you taking the time to read this. I have put a lot of work into this fanfic, and I would hate to think no one is reading it! Thanks for responding when you can.

Also, I do not plan on making Olivia an ingrate. I like her too. I am just trying to make her character more complex. I just didn't think that after all these years, being bounced around from the Huxtables to Martin and Denise, she would be a perfect little angel. She is bound to have issues!

I am trying to develop a story-line for all the characters, and I hope you will like the Olivia story-line. I'll post more later! Thanks again for responding!:)

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Chapter 15
“We’re here,” Talia shouted as she rushed into her grandparents’ house. Cliff and Clair walked into the room. “There are my babies,” Clair shouted gleefully as she hugged her grandchildren. Cliff smiled and kissed Talia. “Here’s one of my favorite granddaughters,” he said happily. “I love you Grandpa,” she said as she hugged him. “Is Anissa here yet?” she asked, anxious to see her cousin. “Not yet,” Clair said. “But Winnie and Nelson are in the kitchen.” “Alright,” Talia said and she headed for the kitchen.

Cliff looked at his grandson. “There’s my boy,” he said happily as he picked up the child. “Little Heathcliff…” “Dad,” Vanessa interrupted. “What?” Cliff asked. “He’s my namesake.” He kissed the little boy and put him back down. Clair looked at her daughter and laughed. Then she turned to Cliff. “His name is not Heathcliff…it is Tavian Heathcliff Brickey. There’s a difference.” Cliff shrugged. “Not to me.” He reached out and hugged Vanessa. “No matter where Heathcliff is in his name…he’s Heathcliff to me.” Vanessa sighed.

“Why don’t you go to the kitchen for some cookies?” Clair asked her grandson who quickly took her up on the offer. Clair hugged Vanessa. “It is so good to see you,” she said smiling. “I’ve missed you and my grandchildren.” Vanessa smiled. “We’ve missed you too Mom,” she said softly.

“Too bad Dabnis had to work,” Cliff said. “I was hoping he could help me fix up some things before Rudy’s wedding.” He looked around the room. “Lot’s of things to fix.” Vanessa smiled falsely. “He’s sorry he couldn’t make it,” she said. Cliff put his arm around his daughter. “Oh well,” he said. “I guess it will be up to me and Little Heathcliff to get busy without him. I’ll let him wear my tool belt.”

Vanessa and Clair exchanged an annoyed glance. Then they laughed. “Sondra and Elvin are in the kitchen, so is Rudy,” Clair said to her daughter. Vanessa nodded, “I think I’ll go say hello.” As Vanessa left the room, Clair turned to her husband. “Something is wrong with her,” Clair said knowingly. “I can tell. She’s trying to sound so happy, but I know she’s not. She didn’t even argue with you about calling Tavian ‘Little Heathcliff.’” Cliff kissed her on the cheek. “Maybe that’s because she has learned she’ll never win that argument.” Clair glared at him, and he knew she was serious. He hugged her. “If something is wrong, I’m sure she’ll tell us.” Clair nodded, still unsure.
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Chapter 16
“Hey Vanessa,” Sondra said as her sister entered the kitchen. Vanessa walked over and hugged her sister. Elvin stood up and hugged Vanessa. “Where’s Dabnis?” he asked. Talia looked at her mother, waiting for her answer. Vanessa answered, “He’s at home…working.” Elvin seemed satisfied with the answer. Vanessa walked over to Rudy, who was at the stove taking cookies out of the oven. “Hey sis,” she said. “Dabnis told me to tell you he’s happy for you…and I am too.” Rudy hugged her sister. “I’m glad you’re here Vanessa,” she said softly.

Vanessa sat at the table, and Tavian came over and sat on his mother’s lap. He was eating a cookie and had crumbs around his mouth. Vanessa wiped them away. “Tavian,” she said. “You need to eat more carefully.” Tavian smiled. “Call me Little Heathcliff…like Grandpa does.”

Sondra laughed and Vanessa smirked. “I will not,” she said to her son. Then she kissed him. “That’s Grandpa’s special name for you.” Talia looked questioningly at her mother. “Why isn’t my middle name Clair? Then Grandma could call me Little Clair.” Vanessa sighed. “Because, your middle name is Brielle…okay.” Talia nodded. “I just think Grandma might feel left out…that’s all.”

Sondra was laughing pretty hard now. “You know Vanessa, I’m sure Mom does feel left out. You and Dabnis should have another baby and name her Clair,” she teased her younger sister. Vanessa was annoyed by the comment, and did not think it was funny. “Well,” she said harshly, “Maybe you and Elvin should have another baby and name it Clair.” Nelson stood up from the table. He could tell there was going to be an argument. “Let’s go watch TV in Grandma and Grandpa’s room,” he said to the other kids. They all followed him upstairs.

“Please Vanessa,” Sondra said frustrated. “I was just teasing you. You didn’t have to get so snippety about it.” Vanessa replied. “I’m not being snippety. I was just suggesting that if YOU think we need another baby in this family…YOU should have it.” Sondra stood up and walked to the refrigerator. She took out a bottle of water, then she looked at her sister and laughed. “Like Elvin and I would ever have time for more kids. We are so busy with our careers, we don’t have time for anything else.”

“Yeah, right,” Vanessa said angrily. “I forgot. I guess I have nothing else to do but sit around and have babies. I mean after all, it’s not like I have a career.” Sondra was confused by Vanessa’s outburst. “That’s not what I meant,” she said. “It was a joke…okay?” Vanessa calmed down a little. “It wasn’t funny,” she mumbled. Rudy walked over to the table. “Hey,” she said, trying to sound cheerful enough to lighten the mood. “After Terrell and I get married, we’ll have a baby and I’ll name it Clair…okay?” Vanessa smiled at her little sister, then she looked at Sondra. “I’m sorry,” she said. “I know you didn’t mean anything. I’m just having a bad day, and I took it out on you.” Sondra walked over and put her hand on Vanessa’s shoulder. “It’s okay,” she said. “We all have bad days.”

Chapter 17
“Do I really have to stay?” Olivia asked as Martin drove. They were almost to the Huxtable’s house, and they had been talking the whole way about whether or not Olivia should stay with her step-grandparents. “I think it would be good for you,” Denise said. “And you love it there.” Olivia felt as if her parents were trying to get rid of her, and it hurt to think she had been so awful that they would want to send her away.

“I love them,” Olivia said. “But I want to be at home. I’ll miss my friends.” She didn’t want to say that she would miss her dad and step-mom, as well as her younger sister. “You need to be away from those friends,” Martin said angrily. “They are a bad influence on you.” Denise looked at her stepdaughter. “Olivia,” she said. “It’s just for the summer. It will be good for you.”

Olivia sat back in the seat. She felt the tears falling down her face and wiped them away quickly. Anissa looked over at her. “I’ll miss you Olivia,” she said honestly. Olivia looked at her sister. “Well, just make sure you’re a perfect daughter, or they’ll send you away too,” she said angrily. “Olivia!” Martin shouted. “Stop this! We are not sending you away. We are trying to help you. You obviously need a change in your life, or you would not be in so much trouble all the time.”

“Dr. and Mrs. Huxtable won’t want me anyway,” she said. She knew that they were busy with their own lives, and the last thing they needed was for her to bounce back into their lives. “They love you Olivia,” Denise said softly. “And you can call them Grandma and Grandpa…you know that.” Olivia did know that they loved her. She also knew they would love it if she referred to them as grandparents. “Well,” she said. “If I stay with Grandma and Grandpa Huxtable, do you promise I can come home before school starts?” “Of course,” Martin answered.

Olivia sat silently for the rest of the ride. Soon they were at the house. As they walked to the door, no one spoke. Denise opened the door. Cliff and Clair were sitting on the couch. They were excited when they saw their daughter at the door. “Denise,” Clair said happily. “You made it!” She hugged her daughter, son-in-law and grandchildren. Cliff walked over to Olivia and Anissa. “Ahh, it’s two of my favorite granddaughters,” he said as he kissed them both on the cheek. They laughed because he said that every time he saw them.

“Is Talia here yet?” Anissa asked her grandmother. Clair nodded. “Upstairs…I think,” she replied. Anissa ran upstairs. Clair looked at Martin, Denise, and Olivia. “Theo’s not here yet, but everyone else is in the kitchen,” she said. She started to lead them into the kitchen, but Denise stopped her. “Actually, Mom,” Denise began. “We sort of wanted to talk to you and Dad about something.”

“Oh boy…” Cliff said, expecting bad news. He sat down and Clair sat next to him. “It’s not bad news…really,” Denise began. Cliff nodded. “Well what is it?” he asked. Martin spoke up. “Dr. Huxtable…Mrs. Huxtable…you have both done so much for Denise and I, and we hate to impose on you,” Olivia interrupted him. “They want to know if I can live here for awhile because I am such a bad person they can’t stand me anymore.” She looked angrily at her parents. “That is not true,” Martin responded quickly. “Isn’t it?” Olivia asked.

“I don’t understand this,” Clair said unhappily. “Olivia is always welcome here, but we need to discuss this.” Olivia walked toward the door. “Well I’m going into the kitchen to say hi to everyone. Talk about me all you want.” She walked out of the room. Cliff looked at his daughter and son-in-law. “What is this about?” he asked.

“Olivia has been suspended from school.” Denise said near tears. “She has to go to summer school or repeat tenth grade. She’s skipping class, and sneaking around with boys. We don’t know what to do.” Clair looked into her daughter’s eyes. “Honey…what do you expect us to do?” Denise wiped her tears. “Please, just help us…help Olivia.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 18
Theo opened the door and walked inside. He saw that his parents were having an intense conversation with Martin and Denise, and he hated to interrupt, but he had no choice as all eyes turned to him. “Theo,” Denise said, wiping tears from her cheeks. “I haven’t seen you in so long.” Theo walked over and hugged his sister. “What’s going on here?” he asked, concerned.

“Son,” Cliff said emotionally. “Why don’t you go on in the kitchen? Everyone else is in there. Just give us a little time to finish our talk.” Theo nodded and headed for the kitchen, but Denise stopped him. “Theo wait,” she began. “Maybe you can help us. You work with kids.” She filled him in on the situation with Olivia. “What do you think we should do?” Denise asked after she told him the whole story. “Why does she act like this?”

Theo knew his sister was upset by the situation, but he didn’t think he could help. “I don’t know what you should do,” he said honestly. “I think Olivia is just rebelling. She has had a pretty mixed-up life. Her mother left when she was very young. Then you and Martin moved here with her, and before long you left, leaving her with Mom and Dad. When she finally did move back with you, you moved around so much, she hasn’t had any stability.” Martin spoke up, “Theo, we couldn’t help the times we had to move…it was for my job.”

“I know that,” Theo said. “I’m just saying it hasn’t been easy on Olivia. Have you talked to her about it…about why she acts this way?” Martin nodded. “Of course…But she doesn’t have an answer.” Denise turned to her parents. “So, can Olivia stay?” she asked. Clair looked at her daughter. “I hate for you to give up on Olivia. She needs her parents.” She looked at Cliff. “But I guess if Olivia wants to stay, she can. We’ll try to help.”

“Thank you so much,” Martin said sincerely. Cliff nodded. “We’ll do what we can,” he said. Then he stood up. “What do you say we get in the kitchen with everyone else.” Clair nodded. “I know Rudy is anxious to start planning the wedding.” Denise smiled. “I haven’t even had the chance to say hi to my sisters yet.” They all stood up and walked into the kitchen.
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I'll post more later! My little girl is going to her dad's this weekend, and I'll be so bored I'll have lots of time to write. So expect a lot more tonight!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here's a little more. I'm watching The Cosby Show right now, and then I will write some more and post it.
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Chapter 19
“We made it,” Denise announced as she entered the kitchen. Martin was behind her. Clair and Cliff entered with Theo not far behind. “Well, it looks like everyone is here,” Rudy said happily. “Everyone except my fiancé, that is.” Sondra looked at Rudy and asked, “Where is Terrell anyway?” Rudy shrugged. “He said he was going for a walk. He’ll be back. Let’s just get started.”

“Well, when is the wedding going to be?” Vanessa asked. Rudy smiled. “I was thinking July 28. Terrell said he doesn’t really care, but we’ll be moving in August, so I thought that would be good.” “That doesn’t give you much time,” Denise said. Rudy nodded, “I know,” she said. “That is why we have to get started.”

“Well, I think I’m going upstairs,” Olivia said, standing up from the table. Rudy looked over at her and smiled. “You don’t have to,” Rudy said nicely. “I’d like you to help…if you want.” Olivia shrugged. “Maybe I’ll help later, but I think for now I’ll just go up and see my cousins.” Rudy was a little hurt that Olivia didn’t want to help, but she knew that Olivia was having a tough time, so she didn’t take it personally. “Okay,” she said.

As Olivia went upstairs, the rest of the group continued to discuss the wedding plans. Suddenly the back door opened and Terrell entered, a little overwhelmed by the large group that had arrived in his absence. Rudy walked over to him. “Honey,” she said. “Everyone is here. Are you ready to discuss the wedding?” Terrell nodded, “Sure,” he said as he kissed her on the cheek. The couple walked over to the table. ‘So Terrell,” Sondra asked, “Do you have any idea what you want the wedding to be like?” He shook his head. “I don’t care,” he said. “As long as I get to marry Rudy.” Everyone smiled at Terrell’s answer.

“Well,” Denise asked. “Have you decided on a maid of honor? Even if it’s a small wedding, you’ll still need an attendant.” “And Terrell will need a best man,” Elvin added. Rudy smiled. “I hadn’t thought of it,” she said. Then she looked at Denise. “Do you think Olivia might do it? I know we haven’t always been close, but she’s like a little sister to me.” Martin smiled. “I think she’d like to be asked,” he said. “But I couldn’t even guess what her answer would be.” Rudy turned to Terrell. “What about you? Do you have a best man figured out?” Terrell shook his head. “I can’t think of anyone.”

“I have an idea,” Rudy said. “Please keep an open mind.” Terrell seemed to already know what she was going to suggest, and he tensed up at the thought of it. Rudy smiled. “What about Kenny?” she asked. “He came all this way to see us, and he is my best friend.” Terrell shook his head. “No way Rudy. Do you know why Kenny came here? It wasn’t to wish us luck. It was to break us up!” Rudy looked at Terrell angrily. “Kenny wouldn’t do that. He knows I love you.” “He doesn’t care. He wants you,” Terrell shouted. “And he can’t have you!”

“He can’t have me?” Rudy asked unhappily. “I am not anyone’s property Terrell, not even yours!” The rest of the family stared in disbelief of the argument. Terrell stood up and ran out the door angrily. Rudy looked at her family. “Can you believe him?” she asked near tears. Cliff put his arm around her. “He’ll be back. He’s just suffering from a little thing called jealousy.” “I don’t care if he ever comes back!” Rudy shouted and she ran upstairs to her old bedroom. Everyone else sat silently. Then Elvin spoke up. “Where is Kenny anyway?” he asked. “I didn’t even know he was here.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 20
Rudy walked past her parent’s bedroom. She heard her nieces and nephews laughing at the program they were watching. She walked on past the room she had switched to when Vanessa moved out, and straight to her old room. She pushed open the door. Olivia was lying on the bed, her eyes closed as if she were asleep, but as Rudy pushed the door open further, Olivia opened her eyes. “What’s wrong?” she asked Rudy, seeing that her eyes were red and full of tears.

Rudy walked in and sat on her old bed. “I don’t want to talk about it,” Rudy said, still upset. “Fine,” Olivia said laying back on the bed. “What are you doing in here anyway?” Rudy asked her. Olivia looked at her and shrugged. “This used to be my room too,” she said. “I figured I’d just get used to living in it again.” Rudy looked confused. “What are you talking about?’ she asked. Olivia answered. “Oh you didn’t hear? My dad and Denise are dumping me here…again.”

Rudy walked over to Olivia’s bed and sat next to her. “Really? Why?” Olivia laughed a phony laugh. “Because I’m bad!” she said in a joking tone. Rudy couldn’t believe what she was hearing. “Bad?” she asked. “You? I don’t believe it. What did you do, rob a liquor store?” Olivia laughed sincerely this time.

“Actually,” Olivia said. “I was suspended from school for skipping class and making out with my boyfriend under the bleachers.” Rudy’s eyes widened. “You did what?” she asked. “Why would you do that?” Olivia shook her head. “I don’t know,” she said. “It just seemed like a good idea at the time.” “Well it wasn’t,” Rudy said matter of factly. Olivia looked at her. “I know…it was stupid. I guess I’m paying for it now. Maybe if I hadn’t already been suspended so many times this year, Dad and Denise wouldn’t be so anxious to get rid of me.” “I’m sure they don’t want to get rid of you,” Rudy replied.

“You know,” Olivia said. “It might be okay here.” Rudy nodded. “Yeah, it’s always been a nice place to live.” Then she looked up sadly. “I’m going to miss it when I go to Paris.” Olivia smiled. “Probably…but you’ll have Terrell, and that will be enough to keep you from getting too homesick.” Rudy began to sob. “What’s wrong?” Olivia asked, unsure of why Rudy was crying. Rudy spoke through her sobs. “Terrell stormed out of here. We had a fight. I don’t think he’s coming back.” Olivia tried to be reassuring. “He’ll be back. What was the fight about?”

“Kenny,” Rudy answered. Olivia didn’t know why they would be fighting over Kenny. “Kenny?” she asked. ‘Yeah,” Rudy said. “Kenny showed up at my apartment and he came here with us, except he’s over at his brothers for now. Anyway, Terrell thinks Kenny came to split us up.” “What do you think?” Olivia asked. Rudy shrugged. “I think he’s my friend…and I want him here.” Olivia began to understand. “Do you want Kenny to be here more than Terrell?” she asked. Rudy looked at Olivia. “I didn’t say that,” she said. “I know,” Olivia said. “But you are willing to end your engagement with this man you supposedly love…over Kenny.” Rudy lay back on the bed and continued to cry.

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I said I would post a lot tonight, but I am getting finger cramps from typing so much. So, I am going to quit for now, and post more late tonight or tomorrow morning! I hope you enjoy what I have so far!:)

[ZeldaGilroy]

This is not letting me post today for some reason. I'm going to try one more time. I hope it works.
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Chapter 21
As the family sat at the kitchen table, they still could not believe the argument that had taken place between Rudy and Terrell. “Terrell is so possessive,” Sondra said frankly. “Maybe it’s better that Rudy find this out now.” Elvin looked at his wife. “I think he has the right to be,” he said. “You can’t trust a man to be your wife’s friend…there is just too much temptation.” Sondra knew he was referring to her relationship with Tim, and she didn’t want to make a scene in front of her family, so she remained quiet.

“Elvin,” Denise said. “How can you say that? A man should trust his wife.” She looked at Martin. “Right?” she asked. “You wouldn’t mind if I had a man for a friend, would you?” Martin smiled, unsure of how to answer. “Denise, you know I trust you,” he said. “But I might not trust the man. It’s hard to say.” “I can’t believe you guys,” Denise said angrily. “Terrell is being a jerk, and you are siding with him.” She looked at Sondra, unsure of why her older sister was not joining her side of the argument. “Sondra,” she said. “Haven’t you ever had a man friend?” Sondra looked at Denise, “I love my husband. Maybe he has a point.”

Everyone stared at Sondra in disbelief. This was not like her at all. “Well I think Rudy will make the right decision,” Theo said to his family. “She knows what she wants.” Denise turned to Vanessa. “What about you? Do you think Dabnis would be angry if you had a friend who was a man?” Vanessa shrugged. “I don’t know,” she said. “It’s never come up. But I do agree with you about Terrell. Something is not right there. He can’t keep Rudy from Kenny. They’ve been friends forever. Kenny’s like part of the family.”

Clair spoke up. “Well, I think Theo is right. This is between Rudy and Terrell. They need to work this out…not us…and I trust Rudy to make the right decision.” Cliff nodded in agreement, but was obviously upset by the situation. Tavian came down stairs and sat on his grandfather’s lap. “What are you doing down here?” Cliff asked him happily. Tavian smiled. “We are all hungry,” he said. “We?” Cliff asked. “Are you the voice of the masses now?” Tavian looked at him confused. “What?” the little boy asked.
Clair laughed. “Why don’t you go upstairs and tell your cousins and sister that we are just about to have lunch…okay? Tell them to wash their hands.” Tavian smiled at her. “Okay,” he said, and he ran back up the stairs. Clair looked at her family. “Let’s make some lunch,” she said. “Maybe Rudy will feel a little better after a family meal.”

Chapter 22
Everyone gathered in the dining room. They were just having sandwiches, but the table looked nice. It had been so long since they had all sat down for a meal together, that everyone hoped Rudy would cheer up. “Will somebody go up and get the kids…and Rudy?” Clair asked. “I will,” Vanessa said. “I’ll have to watch Tavian wash his hands anyway…otherwise he won’t do it.”

Vanessa walked upstairs and peeked into her parent’s bedroom. She smiled at the five children huddled on the bed watching TV. It brought back a lot of childhood memories. “Hey,” she said. “What are you all watching?” Talia smiled at her mother. “Music videos,” she said. Vanessa looked at her daughter. “You know I don’t like you to watch those,” she said sternly. “These are okay Aunt Vanessa,” Winnie said. “There hasn’t been anything bad in them so far.” Vanessa decided against arguing with the kids. “Well it’s time for lunch anyway. Tavian, did you wash your hands yet?” Tavian shook his head. “I can’t reach the sink,” he said. Anissa got up off the bed. “I’ll help him Aunt Vanessa,” she said. She had always been fond of her little cousin. “Thanks Anissa,” Vanessa answered.

The kids headed for the dining room, and Vanessa went to find Rudy and Olivia. She walked to the door, and heard the crying inside. She knocked, and Olivia opened the door. “It’s time for lunch,” Vanessa said softly. Olivia nodded. “Okay,” she said. “Can you talk to Rudy though? She’s been crying for awhile.” Vanessa nodded and Olivia walked downstairs.

Vanessa sat on the bed next to her younger sister. “Hey,” she said. “Mom wants you to come down for lunch.” ‘I’m not hungry,” Rudy said, still sobbing. Vanessa put her arm around her sister. “I know you are upset,” she said softly. “Terrell was a jerk, but I’m sure he didn’t mean it.” Rudy looked at her sister, wiping her tears from her red eyes. “You don’t understand,” she said. “I thought I loved Terrell…but after that little scene he made downstairs…I don’t know.” Vanessa was surprise by Rudy’s honesty. “What do you mean?” she asked. Rudy shrugged. “I mean…how can I love a man who doesn’t trust me?” Then she mumbled. “Maybe he shouldn’t trust me?”

“Why shouldn’t he trust you?” Vanessa asked. “There’s nothing between you and Kenny…is there?” Rudy shook her head. “Of course not,” she said. “But…I don’t know…why is it that I am willing to give up Terrell, to stay friends with Kenny?” Vanessa smiled. “Because Rudy…friends are important. Kenny is a part of you…you’ve been friends for years. You’d be a different person without him.”

“How did you know Dabnis was the man you wanted to spend the rest of your life with?” Rudy asked her sister. Vanessa didn’t know what to say. “I loved him…and I knew he loved me. But Rudy, you can’t make a decision about your life based on my relationship with Dabnis or anyone else’s relationship either. This is about you and Terrell.” Rudy nodded. “I know,” she said. “I just wish I could put Kenny out of my mind. When he showed up at my apartment, I had never felt so good. I wanted to be with him…more than Terrell.”

“Let’s go down and eat lunch,” Vanessa suggested. “Maybe you’ll feel better.” Rudy nodded and they walked down stairs. As they reached the bottom of the stairs, the doorbell rang. “Maybe Terrell has cooled off and decided to come back,” Rudy said hopefully. She walked to the door and opened it. “Kenny,” she said. “It’s you.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is some more for you...
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Chapter 23
“Of course it’s me,” Kenny said. “Man, every time I show up lately, you seem to be expecting someone else. I told you I would be back,” he laughed. Rudy smiled. “I know,” she said. “I was just surprised to see you right now,” she added.

Kenny and Rudy walked into the living room. “Hi Vanessa,” Kenny said cheerfully. Vanessa stared at him in surprise, unsure of how he could have picked that particular moment to show up. “Vanessa?” he asked, confused by her silence. Vanessa jerked back to reality. “Oh, Kenny…hi.” Then she turned to Rudy. “I’m going to go tell everyone you’ll be a little late for lunch…okay?”

Rudy nodded as her sister walked into the other room. “Your sister is strange,” Kenny said laughing. “What was that all about?” Rudy smiled. “Oh, nothing really. We were just getting ready for lunch.” “Well that sounds good, “Kenny said. “I haven’t had a Huxtable meal in along time.”

Vanessa walked in to dining room. “Where’s Rudy?” Clair asked. “And who was at the door…Oh was it Terrell? Are they talking?” Vanessa shook her head. “It wasn’t Terrell,” she said quickly. “Well who was it dear?” Cliff asked, a bit worried by his daughter’s wide-eyed surprise. Vanessa whispered, “Kenny.”

“Ohhhh,” Theo said shocked. “What’s he doing here?” “I don’t know,” Vanessa said. “He came to see Rudy.” “Well he sure has good timing,” Olivia added. Just then all eyes turned to the doorway where Rudy was standing with Kenny. “Uhm…everybody, I’ve invited Kenny to stay for lunch…I hope that’s okay.” Rudy said nervously. “Of course,” Clair said. “Come on in Kenny. It’s been so long since I’ve seen you.”

As Kenny and Rudy sat at the table, everyone was wondering the same thing. What was going to happen, when Terrell cooled off and came home?

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Sorry it was so short, but it is the middle of the night and it was all I had written. Strangely, the only reason I am even up at a time like this is because I had a Cosby Show dream and it woke me up. Since I have nothing else to do, I'll share it with you. LOL!

It was a reunion, but I was watching it on TV and it was nothing like the one I'm writing. It was about Rudy being charged with the murder of her boyfriend which she didn't commit. The whole family pulled together for her trial, and come to find out, Vanessa had actually killed him because she found out he had been abusive to Rudy, and wanted to stop it from happening again. So she had confronted him about the abuse, and he had attacked her and tried to hurt her little newborn baby. So they freed Rudy, took Vanessa's baby from her and gave it to the Huxtables to raise(I don't know where her husband was???) , and put her in jail, but by the end of the show Vanessa was found not guilty because the murder was in self-defense.

I know it was strange, but it was an intense dream and I was crying and stuff in it. Oddly enough, in my dream after I watched this movie, I discovered that the entire cast of The Cosby Show had moved in next door to me (the cast...not characters) and I kept trying to go over and tell them how much I loved the movie, which annoyed them. So they came over and yelled at me, and then I woke up!



:) I WATCH WAY TOO MUCH OF THE COSBY SHOW!!!:)
This is starting to frighten me!

Sorry for the long post that was not part of the fanifc, but I just had to get that out! WEIRD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
How about writing a fanfic based on that weird dream?

Maybe I will...Believe me, it was a powerful story! I've never had a dream like that, especially about TV before.

Anyway...here is some more of this story...
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Chapter 24
“Where is Terrell?” Kenny asked as he helped himself to a sandwich. Everyone stopped eating and stared, waiting for Rudy to explain. “I wanted to apologize to him,” Kenny added. “I know he was upset that I just showed up like this.” Rudy sighed. “Well Kenny,” she began reluctantly. “I don’t know where Terrell is. We had a fight.”

“What?” Kenny asked. “Oh great…it was because of me, right? I am so sorry Rudy. I’ll just leave.” Rudy stopped him. “Don’t leave,” she said anxiously. “I don’t want you to. Terrell has to accept that we are friends.” She looked at her family, and then turned back to Kenny. “Why don’t we go upstairs and talk?” she asked him. Kenny nodded. “Alright,” he said, standing up and following Rudy upstairs.

“So, what is this about?” Kenny asked as they walked into the bedroom. Rudy was nervous about discussing Terrell’s jealousy with Kenny, but she wanted to. “Kenny,” she began. “Terrell doesn’t like you. He says you are trying to steal me from him, and we had a fight and he stormed out of here.” Kenny looked down at the ground. He had not intended to try to break up Rudy and Terrell, even though he did have strong feelings for his friend. Now however, he thought he might have a chance to prove to Rudy how much he cared for her.

“Rudy,” He began, then paused. “I don’t know what to say. I did not come here to come between you and Terrell, but I do think maybe he has a right to be jealous. I’d be lying if I didn’t admit I have feelings for you…and you know that.” He sat next to her on the bed. “Do you really love Terrell?” he asked. Rudy looked at him, her eyes full of emotion. “I don’t know anymore,” she said softly. “But I do know I will always need you in my life.” Kenny put his arm around her and held her close.

Downstairs, everyone was finishing lunch. Suddenly the door opened, and Terrell walked in. He was obviously still upset by his fight with Rudy, but was willing to talk to her now. “Where’s Rudy?” he asked walking into the dining room and noticing her absence. Everyone was silent, trying to think of a way to stall him, but it was too late. “She’s upstairs with Kenny,” Tavian said in an innocent little voice. “Tavian! That was a secret!” Olivia said angrily, prompting the child to cry. Vanessa picked him up. “It’s okay honey,” she said. “You didn’t know.” Tavian was still crying. “You said to tell the truth…even about Daddy. Why can’t I tell that Aunt Rudy is upstairs?” Vanessa held her son close, and closed her eyes, knowing that as soon as her family dealt with Terrell and Kenny, they would want an explanation for Tavian’s comment.

Theo followed Terrell upstairs. When Terrell opened the door, he found Rudy and Kenny together, innocently sharing a friendship hug. “I knew it!” he shouted. “I can’t trust either of you!” “Hold on,” Kenny said, but before he could finish, Terrell punched him. “Terrell!” Rudy shouted. By now both Terrell and Kenny were swinging at each other, and Theo had come in to try to break it up. He managed to get the two men apart. “I’m out of here!” Terrell shouted. Kenny looked angrily at him. ‘Good!” he said in response. “Rudy doesn’t need you…she has me!” “Terrell…wait,” Rudy said, still wanting to talk to him. Terrell walked out. Kenny turned to Rudy. “You wanted him to wait?” he asked annoyed. “That’s it,” he said. “Call me when you make up your mind…Terrell or me. I’ll be at my brother’s.” He walked out the door and Theo put his arms around his little sister as she cried.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 25
Olivia and Denise were washing the dishes, and the rest of the family had scattered themselves around the house. Vanessa came down the stairs. “Do you need some help?” she asked. “Sure,” Denise replied. She threw her a dishtowel. “You can dry.” Vanessa began to dry the dishes. “I’m sorry I yelled at Tavian,” Olivia said sincerely. “I know he’s just a little kid.” Vanessa smiled. “It’s okay Olivia…Tavian is fine. He’s upstairs taking a nap, and he’ll have forgotten all about it by the time he wakes up.” Olivia nodded.

“What is Rudy doing up there?” Denise asked her sister. Vanessa shook her head. “I don’t know really…just laying down I think. She is so upset.” Denise nodded. “I know it’s hard for her. I can’t even imagine…she lost Terrell and Kenny both in the same day.” “To be honest, I thought it was a bad idea for her to get married now anyway,” Vanessa added. “She needs time to be her own person…to be independent.” Denise looked at her sister and wondered if her attitude had anything to do with the comment Tavian had made about his Dad at lunch. “Vanessa,” she said, “Is something going on with you…something you want to talk about?” Vanessa shook her head. “I’m okay,” she said. “I don’t need to talk about anything.” She wanted to open up to her sister, but she couldn’t…especially in front of Olivia.

“So do you think Rudy will call Kenny?” Olivia asked as she cleaned off the counter top. Vanessa and Denise both looked at her. “What?” Denise asked. Olivia smiled. “Well, I think she should call Kenny…and tell him she loves him. They belong together.” Denise smiled. “Kenny is her friend…he’s like her brother. She loves Terrell.” Olivia shook her head. “No way,” she said. “Rudy loves Kenny. She said she would give up Terrell to keep Kenny in her life.” Denise looked surprised. “She said basically the same thing to me,” Vanessa added. “I think maybe Rudy has stronger feelings for Kenny than she thought she did.” Olivia smiled. “I’m going to go upstairs and see if Winnie wants to listen to CDs.” Denise nodded and Olivia walked upstairs.

“Well,” Denise said. “If Rudy loves Kenny…maybe she will marry him.” Vanessa looked frustrated at her older sister. “Why does this whole family want to marry off our little sister? She is still young. She can be a successful, happy person without a husband.” “Of course she can,” Denise said in response to her sister’s outburst. “But maybe she wants to be married. She’s twenty-two. That is not too young to find your soul mate Vanessa. Sondra was married at twenty-two and so was I. And if I remember right, when you were twenty-two, you had been married for a couple of years and had a two year old daughter.”

“Okay…fine, she’s not too young.” Vanessa replied. “But I still say she should not rush into a marriage. Being married is hard. You know that. And just because you think you’ve found your soul mate…that doesn’t mean you’ll feel that way forever.” Denise knew she had upset her sister. There was obviously something going on between Vanessa and Dabnis, and now Vanessa was letting her pain overshadow Rudy’s situation. “Maybe you’re right,” she said softly. “But this is Rudy’s life…not mine or yours. It’s her decision.” “I just don’t want her to make a bad choice,” Vanessa said, wiping a few tears from her eyes. Denise sighed, “I don’t either,” she whispered. “But it’s her choice.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
I would love for this story to continue, my dear sir.

I prefer madam instead of sir...but since you asked nicely, I'll post more anyway!:lol:
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Chapter 26
Sondra and Elvin were sitting in the living room with Cliff and Clair. They were all concerned about Rudy, and the argument between Terrell and Kenny. “I hope Rudy will be able to get over this,” Sondra said, worried about her sister. “It must be hard to have two men fight over you…and both of them leave you.”

Elvin looked at his wife. He had always loved her, and even after the incident with Tim, he had never considered leaving her. “I think she will be okay,” he said. “Those guys were both just angry. I wouldn’t be surprised if they both came running back and Rudy had to choose between them.”

“Well, I hope Rudy will be honest with them,” Clair said softly. “She obviously has feelings for both of them, and I‘d hate for her to rush into anything with either of them.” Cliff put his arm around his wife. “I think Rudy will be fine. Aren’t you the one who said she had a good head on her shoulders?” Clair smiled at him and laid her head on his shoulder.

Suddenly Sondra’s cell phone rang, surprising everyone. “Must be work,” she said, unsure of who would be calling her. “Hello?” she answered, walking into the dining room so as not to disturb the others. “What do you want?” she asked, hearing Tim’s voice on the other end of the line.

“I need your help with Mr. Lowell’s case,” Tim said sharply. “You have been assigned to this case Sondra, and you need to be here.” Sondra sighed. “I can’t,” she said. “I’m in New York…visiting my family.” Tim was sure she was lying. “I don’t believe you,” he said. “And you have a commitment to this law firm. You are supposed to be here.” “I can’t,” Sondra said again, trying to speak quietly so her family would not hear her in the other room. “I am in New York…besides, I told you I will not risk my marriage by working with you again.”

Tim was angry, and Sondra knew it. He was yelling on the phone line. “Do you really think I would try anything with you? You’re not worth it to me. You are a nobody! I can have any woman I want. All I need from you…is to get down here and do your job!” Sondra was angry. She knew he was trying to upset her…making her feel hurt that the time they had spent together meant nothing to him. “I’m not coming,” she said. Then she switched off her cell phone.

Sondra took a deep breath and walked back into the living room. “What was that about Honey,” Elvin asked as she sat down. Sondra smiled faintly. “Nothing,” she said. “They just wanted me to come in today. I said I couldn’t, but they were pretty angry. I might be out of a job.”

Clair looked at her daughter’s concerned face. “That’s ridiculous Sondra. They need you. You are very good attorney.” Sondra smiled. “I know Mom…thanks.” She just wished it were true. She knew that Monday morning…she would be out of a job.

[Jballon19]

I give you mad props. You did an excellent job so far. Kepp up the good work and keep the story comming. I'm at work reading it. lol.
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[Jballon19]

Lets all exchange email addresses or something cause I wan to be informed mine is JWballon@aol.com. Oh yeah a fan fiction for a DIFFERNT WORLD WOULD BE COOL.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Yippee! I have a new reader...as well as gbscott1954, who has been a loyal reader all along. I have not given up on this fic, I've just been really busy today. It is PAYDAY:) , so I had to go grocery shopping and take my four-year-old to buy new shoes. I just got home a little while ago. I'll write more later...and I promise to post more tonight!

Thanks for the nice replies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is some more. I will try to post more later if I have time.
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Chapter 27
Theo walked down the stairs, into the kitchen where Vanessa and Denise were still talking. “Hey, what are you two looking so intense about?” he asked as he sat down at the table. Denise looked at her brother. “Marriage,” she said. “And Rudy.” Theo nodded. “Yeah,” he said. “That whole thing with Terrell and Kenny was something else. Man, that Terrell is one jealous guy.” Denise nodded in agreement. “It was scary the way he reacted. I’ve never seen a man so jealous.”

“Well,” Theo said softly, “I just hope Rudy makes the right choice. Maybe marriage just isn’t the best thing for her right now.” “See,” Vanessa said eagerly. “That is just what I said. Maybe she shouldn’t get married at all.” Denise looked annoyed at Theo. “Theo, you are just saying that because you are scared of commitment,” she said. “You don’t even have a girlfriend.” Theo laughed. “That’s what you know,” he said. “I happen to have a date tonight.” “With whom?” Vanessa asked, anxious to hear about her brother’s love life. Theo smiled, “Well…her name is Julia. She teaches with me. We’ve been doing a lot of work together, and she started asking about my family and stuff. Anyway, we just decided to go out on an official date.” “Oooohhhh,” Denise teased her younger brother. “It sounds like she really likes you. Maybe you’ll be the next Huxtable to get married?”

“I’m out of here,” Theo said avoiding his sister’s comments. “I have to get home anyway. I’ll see everybody tomorrow.” He hugged both of his sisters and went into the living room to say “good-bye” to everyone else. Denise turned to Vanessa and smiled. “This Julia sounds nice. I think Theo may finally be ready to settle down.” Vanessa sighed. “You really don’t give up…do you? You just have to make sure everyone in our family is married.” Denise looked at her sister. “Don’t tell me you think Theo is too young,” she said sarcastically. “He’s older than you, Vanessa.” Then she continued in a concerned voice. “Are you going to tell me what is going on? Why are you so anti-marriage all of the sudden? This is about Dabnis…isn’t it?”

Vanessa nodded reluctantly. “Okay, fine. Maybe I have been sort of anti-marriage. But I have a right to be. I thought Dabnis and I were in love, but…” Denise interrupted her. “Did you two have a fight?” she asked softly. Vanessa shook her head. “No,” she said. “He just left.” Denise was confused. “What do you mean he just left?” she asked, more concerned than ever about her sister.

Vanessa continued slowly, “I mean…he left. We didn’t have a fight. He wasn’t even angry. He just said he didn’t think we could be together.” Denise put her hand on Vanessa’s shoulder. “I’m sorry,” she said sympathetically. “Why would he do that?” Vanessa wiped a tear from her eye. “It was because of me. He said I blame him for ruining my life…that I don’t have enough respect for myself…that I’m unhappy. He said he couldn’t stand to be a part of that anymore.” She paused, and then continued through her sobs. “He’s right you know…I am unhappy. I hate my life…I feel like a failure. I wouldn’t want to be married to me either…”

“Vanessa,” Denise began softly as she hugged her sister. “How can you say that? You are not a failure. You are a good person…you’re a wonderful mother…you’re smart and creative.” Vanessa looked at her sister, “I just don’t feel important,” she said in a whisper. “Look at my life…I’m a nobody. Sondra is an attorney, Theo is a teacher, You travel all over the world…seeing and doing new things, and Rudy is moving to Paris for her fabulous new career. What am I doing? Working all day in a bank for less money than it costs to pay daycare? Coming home and doing laundry…cooking and cleaning. I could have been someone more important. I was intelligent. I should have stayed in college and become something…anything.”

“You are important,” Denise tried to reassure her sister. “What you do is not unimportant. And you are still intelligent Vanessa. Maybe you have made some choices that have changed your path in life, but that doesn’t mean you have failed. If you hate your job…if you want a better career…you can still have it. You can go back to college. You only have two years of college left.” Vanessa shook her head. “I can’t,” she said. “It costs too much and I don’t have the money.” Denise quickly offered a suggestion. “Maybe Mom and Dad would help you…I know they would be happy if you went back to school.”

Vanessa shook her head in disagreement. “No way,” she said. “I would never ask them to do that.” “Why?” Denise asked, surprised that Vanessa opposed her suggestion. Vanessa looked down, “You weren’t there when I told them I was pregnant with Talia. I have never seen them so disappointed…ever. They knew I was ruining my life, but I was so naïve. I told them everything would be fine…Dabnis and I could make everything work out. I could have a baby and still finish school. But it didn’t work out that way. I couldn’t make it work…they were right. I shattered all the dreams they had for me…and I can’t ask them to help me now.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 28
Denise walked into the living room. “Did Theo leave?” she asked her parents. Clair nodded, “Yes, he said something about a date.” Denise smiled. “He seemed pretty excited about it when he was talking to me and Vanessa about her.” “Really?” Cliff asked. Denise nodded enthusiastically.

“Have you seen Martin?” Denise asked everyone. Cliff nodded. “He’s upstairs playing Monopoly with Anissa and Talia. Denise laughed. “I bet they’re killing him,” she said. “I guess I’ll go save him…he promised me we could go to the mall. I want to buy some things before we go home.” She turned to Sondra and Elvin. “Do you two want to come?” she asked.

“I don’t think so,” Sondra said. “We should be getting home. Elvin has to be at the hospital tonight, and he’ll need some time to rest.” Elvin nodded. “You’re right,” he said. “I’ll go get Winnie and Nelson.” He walked up the stairs.

“I wish you didn’t have to leave already,” Clair said. “It’s only 3:00.” Sondra smiled. “I know,” she said, “But we’ll try to come back tomorrow.” She hugged both her parents, and soon Elvin came down with the twins and they all headed for home.

Denise looked at her parents. “Well,” she said. “I guess I’ll go get my husband and see if he’s ready to shop.” She laughed a little. “I’ll take Olivia and Anissa…and Talia and Tavian.” “You want to take all of them,” Clair asked her daughter. “Is Vanessa going with you?”

Denise shook her head. “No,” she said. “I was hoping if I took all of the kids…maybe you and Dad could talk to Vanessa.” Cliff looked at his daughter and was worried. “Does this have anything to do with Tavian’s comment at lunch?” he asked, already knowing the answer. Denise nodded. “I promised her I wouldn’t say anything, but she is so upset.”

Clair nodded in understanding. “First Rudy…now Vanessa. This is not the happiest family get together we’ve had.” Cliff nodded in agreement. “We’ll talk to her honey,” he said thoughtfully. “Thanks,” Denise said as she hugged her mother and father. “Have fun at the mall,” Cliff said as Denise headed upstairs. Denise laughed. “Going to the mall with all these kids? You should wish me luck. Martin will never forgive me for getting us into this.”

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[Jballon19]

Hey what about Pam. Even though I didn't care for her on this show that much I would to read it in as cameo appearance.

Oh and bring back they grandparents. You ever watched the show and see they never sung for Claires parents. lol.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
If you happen to write a fanfic based on that weird dream of
yours, here are some suggestions(suggestions, not demands):
1.In this story Theo is an NYPD police officer who has to arrest
Rudy and later has to arrest Vanessa.
2.Sondra is an attorney who defends Rudy, and later Vanessa
in court. Janet Meiser, an old of Vanessa's is now a prosecuting
attorney who is assigned to the case against Rudy.
3.Kenny proposes to Rudy at the end of the story.
4.Rudy gets sentenced to life without parole and is sent to
prison but gets released when Vanessa confesses.
5.At the end, Olivia is considering becoming a police officer
when she finishes studying law at Hillman.

Ooohhhhh! That sounds like a good fanfic! I just don't know how good I would be at writing it. I just don't know that I see the Huxtables involved in this sort of predicament. Of course, it was my dream, so maybe subconsciously I can see it. (That made sense...right? LOL!)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by Jballon19
Hey what about Pam. Even though I didn't care for her on this show that much I would to read it in as cameo appearance.

Oh and bring back they grandparents. You ever watched the show and see they never sung for Claires parents. lol.

I am so glad you are enjoying my fanfic! I just don't know if I can bring back Pam, though. I REALLY do not care for her character, and I would not be able to write for her fairly. Maybe they can mention her, or she can call them or something. I don't know.

I did plan to write in the grandparents. However, I have so many different story-lines going on right now that I don't know how to fit them in. I'm working on it! I should plan better before I begin my stories. This always happens to me. LOL!

Anyway, thanks for the suggestions, and for reading. I hope you will continue to read it and I'll post more as soon as I can.;)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is a little more...

Chapter 29
Denise went upstairs to round up everyone for the mall. She decided to stop and check in on Rudy first. She opened the door slightly, without knocking. Rudy was lying on the bed. Her eyes were closed, but her consistent sniffling let Denise know that her sister was awake.

“Rudy,” she said softly. Rudy opened her red puffy eyes. “How are you doing?” Denise asked sincerely. Rudy shrugged. “How do you think?” she asked. “Here I am…all alone. I lost my fiancé and my best friend both in one clean sweep.”

Denise walked over and sat on the bed next to her sister. “You are not alone. You have an entire family here…and we love you.” Rudy smiled slightly. “I know that,” she said. “But I’ll be leaving all of you soon. Then I’ll be alone in a strange country. I’m scared of being alone.” Denise sighed. “Rudy…you’ll be fine in Paris. And we are all only a phone-call away. You weren’t marrying Terrell just to have a companion when you move…were you?”

Rudy didn’t know how to answer. She did love Terrell, but she also knew she would not have rushed into marrying him if it hadn’t been for Paris. “Maybe a little,” she said honestly. Denise looked surprised. “I can’t believe it,” she said. “You would marry someone…just to keep from being alone?” Rudy looked angrily at her sister. “Well I do…did love him. Maybe I still do,” she said.

“Rudy…you can’t rush into marriage. It is a big commitment. It’s hard, and not always fun and games.” Denise sighed. “I sound like Vanessa,” she mumbled under her breath. “What?” Rudy asked, confused by her sister’s mumbling. Denise shook her head. “Nothing important,” she said. “Just make sure you follow your heart…and not your fears.”

Rudy nodded. Denise smiled. “We’re going to the mall…Do you want to come?” Rudy shook her head. “No…I’d rather stay here…and think.” Denise patted her sister’s arm softly. “Okay,” she said. “I’ll see you later.

Denise walked into her parents' bedroom. Tavian was asleep on the bed. She gently shook him awake. “Hey bud,” she said softly. “It’s time to get up.” The little boy smiled at his aunt. “Do you want to go to the mall with Uncle Martin and me?” Denise asked. Tavian nodded and got out of bed.

Denise found Martin, in one of the other bedrooms playing Monopoly with Anissa and Talia. Olivia was watching them, and laughed when her father lost everything to his young opponents. “We’re going to the mall,” Tavian announced, excited. “We are?” Martin asked playfully. Denise laughed. “Yes we are…all of us.” Talia smiled. “Did my mom say Tavian and I could go too?” she asked. Denise nodded. “Yes!” Talia shouted. Anissa smiled. “This will be fun. My mom and dad can’t go into a mall without buying a lot of stuff.” Everybody laughed. Then they headed for the mall.

[Jballon19]

I'm wondering did yall see the Cosby show reunion when it came on, nbc a couple of weeks back? I Liked it but I think they should have done a movie and had the look back in flashbacks in the movie. What yall think.
Anyway what your writing omes along just at the right time because we get to see them all grown up on the reunion.

Have Peter come play Kenny best man and let him

talk.:happyface

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by Jballon19
I'm wondering did yall see the Cosby show reunion when it came on, nbc a couple of weeks back? I Liked it but I think they should have done a movie and had the look back in flashbacks in the movie. What yall think.
Anyway what your writing omes along just at the right time because we get to see them all grown up on the reunion.

Have Peter come play Kenny best man and let him

talk.:happyface

I did see it. In fact, I was really wanting them to do a movie instead, and I had been thinking about writing this ever since. I guess their Look Back inspired me. LOL! And yeah, seeing them all grown up has helped me picture the characters better in my story.

I love the Peter idea. I never would have thought of it.

[Jballon19]

He's planning to stop?

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by Jballon19
He's planning to stop?

I am not a "he," I am a "she." And I am not planning to stop...I have just been busy. I'll post more later. I promise!!!!!!!!!!

THANKS FOR READING!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Jballon19]

My bad. I thought you were a he don't know why

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by Jballon19
My bad. I thought you were a he don't know why

HaHa! That's okay. You can't tell if someone is male or female based on posts on a message board. LOL!

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
5.At the end, Olivia is considering becoming a police officer
when she finishes studying law at Hillman.

That's a good idea! :D

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 30
Vanessa was sitting alone in the kitchen when her parents walked in. “Denise and Martin took the kids to the mall,” Clair said as she sat at the table. Vanessa nodded, “Okay,” she said. “They’ll love that.” Clair smiled. “We need to talk to you,” she said softly.

Vanessa knew that her parents were going to ask her what Tavian had meant at lunch, but she had been hoping they would wait a while. “Sure,” she said. “What do you want to talk about?” Cliff looked at his daughter. “Well,” he began. “First of all, we want to know the real reason Dabnis is not here this weekend.”

“He is at work,” Vanessa began. Then she looked at her parents. “I didn’t exactly lie. He always works on Saturdays.” She sighed. “But even if he didn’t have to work, he wouldn’t be here…we are separated.” She knew her parents would want to know the whole story and she really didn’t want to get into it.

“Did you two have some silly argument…a misunderstanding?” Cliff asked. “Because Vanessa, you have always had arguments, but you always make up.” Vanessa looked at her father and tried not to cry. “You don’t understand,” she began. “We understand,” Clair said sincerely. “Your father and I have had many fights…and we always make up.”

“We did not have a fight,” Vanessa replied. “Dabnis just doesn’t want me to be his wife anymore…he left four weeks ago. He’s not planning on coming back.” Cliff and Clair both looked confused. This sounded more serious than they had thought. “What happened exactly?” Clair asked softly.

Vanessa began slowly. “Dabnis says I am unhappy…and that makes him unhappy. He says he can’t be with me as long as I blame him for screwing up my life.” Clair looked at her daughter. “Honey, why are you so unhappy? Why do you think Dabnis ruined your life?”

“I don’t think Dabnis ruined my life,” Vanessa answered. “I did that myself…he just contributed.” Cliff looked unsure of what his daughter was trying to tell them. “Vanessa,” he began. “I don’t understand honey. Why do you think your life is ruined?”

“I’m just tired,” Vanessa replied honestly. “I’m tired of working for nothing. I’m tired of watching my brother and sisters do great things, while I sit at home playing blocks with Tavian and helping Talia with her math homework.” ‘Vanessa,” Clair interrupted. “You don’t blame the children for this?”

“Of course not!” Vanessa answered angrily. “I would never blame them for my problems. I love them.” She calmed down a little. “I just wish sometimes…that I had finished college before I got married and had babies. It would have been easier…better.”

“You’re right,” Clair said to her daughter. “It would have been easier. But that’s not the way it happened.” Cliff looked seriously at his daughter. “Vanessa…when you told us you wanted to marry Dabnis, the first time…your mother and I tried to tell you how hard it would be. We were glad when you decided to wait a while. Don’t get me wrong…I like Dabnis a lot, but I knew you were too young.” He paused for a moment, then continued. “But when you came to us, and you said you were pregnant and that you and Dabnis were going to get married, we knew you had made your choice. And we knew it was going to be hard for you. But we never once doubted how strong you are, or that you could make it work.”

“Really?” Vanessa asked through her tears. “I thought you hated me…that you thought I had failed.” “Vanessa,” Clair responded. “We could never hate you…you’re our daughter. We were angry. We were disappointed. But we loved you…we still love you.”

“I love you too,” Vanessa said as she hugged both of her parents. She wiped her tears from her cheeks. Then she looked at them. “I don’t know if Dabnis and I will work this out,” she said. “But either way, I know what I want to do. I want to finish college. I want to have a career that I can be proud of. I want to make you proud of me.”

Cliff smiled. “I would love to see you finish school. Your mother and I will pay for it.” Vanessa interrupted him. “You don’t have to do that,” she said, not wanting to impose on her parents. Clair smiled. “We want to,” she said. “Besides, we paid for the first two years…we might as well pay for the last two.” “And Vanessa,” Cliff said. “We are proud of you.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
Way to go, sister! You are my favorite story writer-next to myself,
of course! I like how you resolved Vanessa's situation just now-
and you were very true to the basic premise of The Cosby Show-
that no matter how angry or disappointed Cliff or Clair are toward
their children, that there is a lot of love in the Huxtable household.

P.S. Write more soon, my girl!

Thank you so much...that is a big compliment. I really have tried to keep the characters and stories true to The Cosby Show. I know the Huxtables were a very loving family, and I couldn't write them any other way!

Sorry I haven't posted more, but I got distracted cleaning out my closet. I have to get ready to go back to work soon (summer vacation is too short) and I was going through all of my teaching materials because I am switching grade levels this year...blah, blah, blah. (I'm sure you wanted to know all of that...LOL!)

Anyway, I am going to write more now, and I'll post it in a while. ;)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is some more...
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Chapter 31
Theo pulled up in front of a small house. He double checked the address he had written on a piece of paper, and then got out of his car and walked up to the door. He rang the bell, and Julia answered the door quickly. “You made it,” Julia said smiling. “Do you want to come in?”

“Sure,” Theo replied and walked into the house. It was a small house, but very nice. He sat down on the couch and Julia sat next to him. “So, how was the wedding planning?” Julia asked enthusiastically. “Is your sister all ready to tie the knot?” Theo laughed a little. “Not exactly,” he began. “You see, her fiancé Terrell is jealous of her best friend Kenny. They got in a fight and I had to break it up. Then both guys stormed out.”

Julia didn’t know what to say. “Your poor sister,” she said sincerely. “She must be so hurt.” Theo nodded. “Yeah, she’s pretty torn up.” Julia felt terrible keeping Theo to herself when his family needed him. “Maybe you should go back and be with her,” she suggested, secretly hoping he would say no.

Theo shook his head. “She doesn’t need me. When I left she was just laying on the bed crying. I don’t know how to deal with that. She’d be better off talking to my mom…or Vanessa, Sondra or Denise.” Julia smiled. “I bet you can be a sensitive guy,” she said. “I’ve seen the way you work with the kids at school.”

Theo laughed. “Well, sensitive or not, I promised to take you out tonight…and that is what I plan to do.” Julia laughed. “Well then…I guess I’ll have to let you.” “Besides,” Theo continued. “If I went over to my parents' house now, my sister Denise would kill me. She thinks I need to find a woman and settle down, so she was thrilled about our date.” “Really?” Julia asked. “Well I wouldn’t want you to disappoint your sister.” She leaned over and kissed him gently.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 32
Sondra turned her key in the lock, and pushed the door open. Winnie and Nelson headed upstairs as Sondra and Elvin sat down in the living room. “This is the first time in a while we’ve been alone together,” Elvin said softly as he leaned over and kissed his wife. Sondra smiled. “I know,” she said. “Too bad you have to go upstairs and take a nap before you go to the hospital.” Elvin laughed. “Yeah,” he said. “That is too bad.” He stood up and walked into the other room. “We have some messages,” he yelled to his wife. Then he turned on the machine and listened to the messages.

Sondra had taken off her shoes and was laying on the couch when Elvin walked back into the living room. “You could take your nap right here next to me,” she smiled at her husband. Then she stopped smiling as she looked at Elvin’s solemn face. “What is it?” she asked worried.

“You had a message,” Elvin said in an angry tone. “It was from Tim. He said he missed you today, but he would see you Monday.” Sondra knew what Elvin must have been thinking and she didn’t know where to begin her explanation. “Elvin…” she began, but he cut her off quickly.

“How could you Sondra?” He yelled. “You promised me it was over with him. You said nothing ever really happened…but maybe that was a lie too.” Sondra began to cry in frustration. “It is over with him.” She shouted. “I hate him…he’s slime. Do you know why he called here? He called here so you would hear the message and accuse me of having an affair. I was assigned to a case with him, and I refused to do it. He has been harassing me ever since. He’s trying to destroy me…and I guess he has succeeded.”

Sondra was crying heavily, and as angry as Elvin had been about the message, he knew now that she was not lying. She was hurt. “I’m sorry,” he said dryly. “I just thought…well with everything that happened before…I just didn’t know what else to think.” Sondra looked at her husband. She knew that he would never be able to fully trust her again. “I can’t blame you for what you thought,” she said. “I deserve it.”

“I am sorry,” Elvin said again and Sondra nodded. ‘So,” he asked, “What can you do to stop this jerk from harassing you?” Sondra shook her head. “I won’t have to do anything,” she said as she leaned her head on Elvin’s shoulder and sobbed. “As of Monday, I will be out of a job.”
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[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 33
“Look what Aunt Denise and Uncle Martin bought me,” Tavian shouted as he ran through the door and rushed over to his mother. “What is it?” Vanessa asked laughing at the little plastic creature in her son’s hands. Tavian looked annoyed by his mother’s lack of toy-knowledge. “It is a monster…a scary monster with three eyes and slime that shoots out of its nose!” Vanessa nodded her head. “Lovely,” she said. “Just what you need…a slime-shooting monster.”

“See my bracelet,” Talia said showing off the sparkling charm bracelet on her wrist. “Anissa got the same one.” Anissa held up her wrist as well. “Very pretty,” Vanessa said smiling. “Sounds like you had a lot of fun.” “We did,” Talia said. “Let’s go upstairs.” Anissa and Tavian followed her upstairs. Olivia looked at her parents and Vanessa. “They all had fun, but I didn’t. All I got was a bunch a notebook paper, pencils and pens for summer school. Life is so unfair.” She turned and followed her sister and cousins upstairs.

Denise laughed a little. “She is really something else,” she said. “I was never like that.” Vanessa laughed. “Okay Denise,” she said. “Lie to yourself if you want.” They both laughed. Vanessa looked at her sister and brother-in-law. “Thanks for taking the kids to the mall,” she said. “But you didn’t have to buy them anything.” “Yes we did,” Martin said happily. “I have never had a son, and Tavian was a blast at the mall. I had to get that slimy monster man for him. And Talia is so well behaved…she wasn’t a problem at all. Anissa wanted a bracelet, so we bought Talia one too.” Vanessa smiled. “Well, thanks,” she said sincerely.

“I am going upstairs to rest after that trip,” Martin said as he made his way to the staircase. Denise turned to Vanessa. “So, what did you do while we were gone?” she asked, hoping her parents had talked to her younger sister. Vanessa sighed. “I know you said something to Mom and Dad, Denise,” she said softly. She looked up at her sister. “We had a nice talk. I am going back to school and Mom and Dad are going to pay for it.” “Really?” Denise asked, unsure of what had exactly taken place. Vanessa nodded. “Yeah,” she said. “I’m glad you asked them to talk to me. We needed to be honest and clear some things up. I feel a lot better now.” “Good,” Denise said, relieved that her sister was showing some signs of happiness. “What about Dabnis?” she asked. Vanessa shrugged. “I don’t know,” she said honestly. “I need to talk with him…but for now, I’m just glad that Mom and Dad believe in me…I can believe in myself.”

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

Are you going to keep adding more onto this forevber? It really long and good! :D

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

I like it! :) I love it! :D I want some more of it! :lol:

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by BonniesLilCutiePie
Are you going to keep adding more onto this forevber? It really long and good! :D

Sorry it is soooooo long. I do not plan to keep adding more forever and ever. I'll finish it eventually. I just like to write a lot and put a lot of detail into my stories. I wrote a Facts of Life fanfic that was 65 pages typed in microsoft word. Hopefully this one won't be that long!

Thanks for reading and responding...I'll post more later!!!:)

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

That's okay. I really like it a lot! You're welcome!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 34
Rudy was sitting on the bed. She didn’t know what she should do. She felt like she had lost everything. She wanted to call Kenny. She wanted to call Terrell. She was confused and unhappy. There was a knock at the door. “Come in,” Rudy said softly. Clair pushed the door open.

“How are you doing honey?” she asked her youngest daughter. Rudy tried to smile, but she just couldn’t. “I’m okay Mom,” she said quietly. Clair sat down on the bed. “Don’t lie to me,” she said sincerely. “You are my daughter, and you’re hurting. I can tell that much. You can talk to me.” Rudy looked at her mother, and tears filled her eyes.

“Why did this happen?” she asked her mother, knowing there was not any answer she could give. Clair held her daughter close. “I don’t know honey,” she said. “It’s not fair.” Rudy leaned close to her mother. “I thought I was in love with Terrell. We have been dating for almost a year. We always have fun together…and he can be so sweet. The way he acted today…I’ve never seen anything like that before. It was like he was another person.”

“Jealousy can do that to a person,” Clair said softly. “He’s never had any reason to be jealous before.” Rudy nodded. “I know,” she replied. “Maybe I should have told Kenny to go…but I couldn’t do that.” Clair nodded. “I know,” she said. “You didn’t want to hurt Kenny.” Rudy looked at her mother. “You’re right,” she said. “I didn’t want to hurt Kenny…but that is not why I didn’t ask him to leave. I didn’t ask him to leave because I wanted him here. I missed him…and I wanted to be with him. When he showed up at my door, I felt more excited than I did the night Terrell proposed to me.”

Clair looked at her daughter questioningly. “Are you telling me you really are in love with Kenny?” she asked. Rudy shrugged. “I don’t know,” she said. “Maybe. He is just so special to me. He is sweet…and considerate. We have a history and he knows me like no one else. We can drive each other crazy one minute and crack up laughing the next. I’ve never had that with anyone else…not even Terrell." She paused briefly and then turned to her mother for an answer. "What should I do?”

Clair looked at her daughter, and knew that Rudy wanted to be with Kenny. She was obviously feeling guilty for accepting Terrell’s marriage proposal and then realizing she was in love with another man. Clair didn’t want her daughter to give up happiness because of guilty feelings. “Rudy,” she said. “I think you already know what you should do.”
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[BonniesLilCutiePie]

This is great! I love it!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by BonniesLilCutiePie
This is great! I love it!

I am glad you like it, and thanks for reading. I forgot to welcome you as a new reader when you first started posting. It is nice to have people read and make comments.

I will try to post more later. I had an accident this morning on my way out the door to church...I fell off the porch and landed on my back in the driveway. I have a huge knot on my head and I sprained my ankle and pulled a muscle in my neck. I also cut my arm pretty bad. So needless to say I am in a lot of pain and do not feel up to writing right now. Sorry!

I am going on a trip tomorrow for two days.(I hope I will feel better by then) If I do not feel better and post more tonight, I promise to post more as soon as I get back.

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

Thanks for the welcome! Ouch! I'll be praying for you! I hope that you get better real soon!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 35
“So, why do you have to go to summer school?” Talia asked her cousin. Olivia was helping her cousin and younger sister experiment with make-up. Talia closed her eyes as Olivia brushed the eye shadow across her eyelids. “Because,” Olivia answered. “I didn’t do my work this year…so I have to do it this summer.”

“She was lazy…and boy-crazy,” Anissa laughed as she put red lip-gloss on her lips. Olivia looked at her sister, annoyed. “I am not boy-crazy,” she said. “I am in love with Trey…not crazy.” Anissa rolled her eyes at her older sister. “Well,” Talia continued, “I can’t believe you have to go to school all summer. That would be horrible. My mom would kill me if I ever failed anything at school.” Olivia laughed. “That’s because you are too smart to fail,” she said. “She expects you to be smart all the time, making A’s and stuff. Besides, I think my dad and Denise would like to kill me too. That’s why they’re making me stay here.”

“You get to stay with Grandma and Grandpa,” Talia asked excited. “That would be so much fun.” Olivia shook her head. “No way,” she said. “I mean, they are nice and everything, but they don’t put up with anything. It will be torture.” Anissa laughed. “You just don’t want to leave Trey,” she said teasingly. Olivia nodded. “You’ll understand when you’re older,” she said.

Anissa closed her eyes and Olivia helped her with her eye shadow. Then she looked at her sister and cousin and smiled. “You two look pretty nice,” she said. Tavian, who had been busy playing with his new toy looked up. “Wow,” he said. “You look fancy…like Halloween.” Olivia laughed, but Talia looked angrily at her brother. “I don’t look like its Halloween,” she said. “I look grown-up and sophisticated.”

Clair walked in to the room. She smiled watching her grandchildren having fun together. “My, what beautiful young ladies,” she said. “Have you seen my granddaughters?” she asked teasingly. Anissa laughed. “Grandma, you are so silly,” she said. Talia smiled. “Olivia helped us,” she said. “I can see that,” Clair said smiling, “And you both look beautiful. But now you need to come downstairs. It’s almost time for dinner.”

Tavian followed his grandmother downstairs. Anissa turned to her sister. ‘Well at least living here, you can eat some good food once in a while,” she said. Olivia laughed. “Yeah,” she said. “Like meat and salad and stuff…no more of Denise’s tofu burgers.” Talia frowned, “Eww…gross,” she said. “Aunt Denise makes you eat tofu? It sounds like foot fungus.” “Yeah,” Olivia said. “Maybe I am better off living here.” The girls laughed as they went downstairs for dinner.
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I will post more when I get back from my trip on Tuesday night. And thanks BonniesLilCutiePie for praying for me. I am really sore, but I do feel better. I slept for about 3 hours this afternoon, and when I got up to watch The Division, I felt much better.

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

You are welcome! I am glad that you are feeling better! I am still praying for you!

[Cheryl Harrell]

Ouch! Sorry to hear about your fall etc. We're enjoying your story. Very interesting! Get well soon! :)

[Jballon19]

Keep up the good work...:wave:

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

I love it! :D

[ZeldaGilroy]

I'M BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for all the nice replies...and Cheryl Harrell, thanks for responding...it is nice to have new readers!

I am healing nicely from my fall...so thanks for all your thoughts and prayers.

Here is some more...
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Chapter 36
Elvin sat motionless in his car. He knew what he wanted to do, but he wasn’t sure if he could do it. He had told Sondra he was going to the hospital, but he had asked another doctor to cover for him, and now, here he sat, staring at the large white house…the house in the midst of a peaceful suburban neighborhood…the house where Tim lived. He slowly reached for the door handle and opened it, then quickly pulled it closed again.

He took a deep breath. He hated this man with every ounce of his being, and he wanted more than anything to confront him, but something was stopping him. He thought about Sondra. She meant everything to him. He had loved her the moment he met her, and they had been together ever since. He had never been tempted by anyone else…and although Sondra admitted to her feelings for Tim, Elvin knew she loved him in a way she could never care for any other man. They had a life…they had children…they were a family. Tim had tried to destroy that…he was still trying.

Angrily, Elvin again opened the car door…this time getting out and walking up the long walkway to the front porch. He had met Tim only once, before Sondra had admitted to her relationship with him, and he hoped Tim wouldn’t recognize him. He wanted to catch Tim off guard. Slowly, Elvin looked down toward the porch, and knocked on the door.

No one came to the door, and Elvin was ready to knock again when he heard footsteps inside. Then the door slowly creaked open. Elvin looked up and saw Tim standing before him. Tim obviously recognized Elvin, and tried to close the door quickly, but Elvin pushed his way inside. “Please leave my house,” Tim said calmly, but Elvin stood his ground.

“I’m not leaving until I have a chance to talk to you,” Elvin said angrily. Tim glanced into the next room where an older couple was seated at the dinner table. Tim whispered, “My parents are over for dinner…this is not the time.” Elvin smirked. “Seems like the perfect time to me,” he said. “After all, your father is the one who will be firing my wife on Monday. Maybe he should hear the whole story.”

Elvin started to walk into the dining room, but Tim stopped him. “What’s going on in there?” Tim’s mother yelled from the other room. Tim turned. “Oh nothing…just a friend I need to talk to.” He led Elvin back onto the porch. “Okay, what do you need to say?” Tim asked, a bit worried by Elvin’s unpredictable behavior.

“Well,” Elvin began, “I heard the message you left Sondra today.” “I can explain that,” Tim began. Elvin cut him off. “Sondra explained it,” he said. “And I believe her…because she is my wife. I trust her. And I expect you to leave her alone, because if you don’t you’ll have to answer to me.” Tim laughed a little, quite amused by Elvin’s threat. “What exactly do you plan to do to me?” he asked. Elvin remained calm. “Well,” he began. “First of all, I’m sure Daddy in there would love to hear about how you harass female attorneys at the office…and I bet your clients would love to hear about it too. Maybe, I could even tell your father about how bad it can look when a law office is sued because the son of a senior partner tries to take advantage of innocent women who turn him down. Is Sondra the only one? Hmmm, I bet not…there are probably others. That could be quite the lawsuit…”

“I get your point,” Tim said trying to sound unaffected by Elvin’s threats. “I don’t want Sondra,” he said. “I never did.” Elvin smiled. “Good,” he said. “And because my wife is such a good lawyer, I’m sure the fact that she doesn’t want to work some little case with you won’t cost her her job?” Tim took a deep breath, “Of course not,” he said, letting Elvin know that he understood his point.

Tim’s father opened the door and walked outside. “Son, what is taking so long out here?” he asked. Tim became nervous, but Elvin smiled at the older man. He reached out to shake his hand. “Mr. Reynolds,” he said, “I am Elvin Tibideaux…Sondra Tibidaux’s husband. I just came over to talk to Tim, and thank him for letting Sondra off of Mr. Lowell’s case. We have a family situation in New York, so she couldn’t come in today.” Elvin smiled slyly at Tim. “Oh, Mr. Tibideaux,” Mr. Reynolds smiled. “It is so nice to meet you. Sondra is one of our best attorneys. We are lucky to have her. You tell her to take all the time she needs with her family.” Elvin smiled and nodded. “Thank you sir,” he said nicely. “That will make Sondra very happy.” Then he turned and walked back to his car.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 37
Everyone gathered at the dinner table. It had been a long day and everyone sat silently. Vanessa was cutting Tavian’s meat, and everyone else sat engrossed in their own food. Suddenly, the silence was interrupted. “I’m going to call Terrell,” Rudy announced to the surprise of her family. “What?” Olivia asked. “You can’t call him.” Denise looked at her sister, “Rudy…Terrell was a jerk. Don’t call him.” Cliff sighed, “Are you sure about this?”

Rudy looked at her family. She knew they didn’t understand her commitment to Terrell, but they had been a couple for a long time, and she thought she owed it to him. “I have to call him,” she said softly. “I hurt him…I said I would marry him, then I put Kenny before him…It wasn’t fair.” She sighed. “I am going to call and apologize to him. I need to tell him that I’m sorry, but I can’t be with him.” She felt tears running down her cheeks, and as she reached to wipe them away her eyes focused on the engagement ring on her finger. She pulled it off and looked at it. “I need to give him his ring back,” she said softly.

Clair stood up and walked over to her youngest daughter. She put her arms around her and hugged her tightly. “You have to do what is best for you,” she said, knowing how painful Rudy’s decision had been. Rudy looked up at her mother. “I have to talk to him,” she said. “I can’t end things like this.” Clair nodded and sat back down at the table.

Rudy began to pick at the food on her plate. “Are you going to call Kenny?” Olivia asked curiously. Everyone stared at her, but Rudy was silent for a while. Finally she looked up at her family. “I have to call Terrell first,” she said. “Then…I’ll think about calling Kenny.” Olivia was frustrated by Rudy’s response. She was afraid Rudy would lose Kenny, and Olivia really thought they belonged together. “Kenny loves you,” Olivia said encouragingly.

“Olivia,” Martin said as a warning. Rudy smiled. “You’re right,” she said. “Kenny does love me…and I love him. I just don’t think this is the time to tell him how I feel.” Cliff took a bite of his food and stared at his daughter in silence. Olivia ignored her father’s warning and continued talking. “If you love somebody…you should always tell them. You don’t want to wait…it could be too late.”

Rudy shrugged. “I don’t want to be hurt…I don’t want to hurt him…” Vanessa stared at her sister. She knew how it felt to be hurt by love…how it felt to hurt the person you love. She also knew that marrying Dabnis had made her feel complete, and knowing that he loved her and that she loved him could get them through any problem…even their current separation. She wanted Rudy to have someone like that…and she knew Kenny was the one.

“You should call Kenny,” Vanessa said softly. Everyone stared at her in disbelief. Vanessa had been so vocal about her thoughts on marriage, that this change of heart surprised everyone. “You love Kenny,” she continued. “And he loves you. Don’t give that up because you’re afraid someone will get hurt. Trust me…if you love each other, you can make it through anything.”

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

Awesome!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 38
Rudy walked into the kitchen. The rest of the family was finishing dinner, but she wasn’t very hungry. She wanted to call Terrell…she wanted to get it over with. She picked up the phone and dialed it slowly. She could hear the rest of the family making small talk in the other room. They knew she was calling Terrell, and they were trying to avoid the situation. The phone rang, but no one answered. She knew Terrell was probably avoiding her. Finally, she heard the click of the answering machine. “This is Terrell,” the recording echoed in her ear. “Leave me a message and I’ll get back with you.” Then she heard the familiar beep of the machine.

“Terrell,” she said softly. “This is Rudy. I wanted to say I’m sorry.” She felt tears well up in her eyes and her throat felt sore as she tried not to cry. “I just wanted to say I’m sorry. I thought I was in love with you…part of me still loves you. But I know that we can’t get married.” Before she could continue, Terrell picked up the phone. “Why are you calling then?” he asked angrily. “I think you’ve made your point.”

Rudy was shocked to hear his voice, and it took a few seconds before she could respond. “Terrell,” she said slowly, “I can’t say anything except that I am sorry. I should never have accepted your marriage proposal. I was wrong.” Terrell had always been afraid of losing Rudy, and now he had. He had been jealous and angry, and he had lost her. “I understand,” he said calmly. “If you don’t love me…we can’t be together.” Rudy wiped the tears from her eyes. She knew that Terrell had been too jealous…that he hadn’t trusted her, but a part of her still loved him and wanted him to be okay. “I have your ring,” she said. “I’ll send it to you.” Terrell remembered the day he had given her that ring. It looked beautiful on her and he couldn’t imagine anyone else wearing it. “Keep it,” he said. Then he hung up the phone.

Rudy hung up the telephone. Then she picked it up again and prepared to call Kenny. She stood alone in the kitchen. She could still hear her family in the dining room. The kids were laughing and the adults were talking softly. They had encouraged her to call Kenny…to tell him how she felt, but now after talking to Terrell, she didn’t know if she could. She had hurt Terrell, and she was afraid of hurting Kenny the same way someday. She couldn’t bear the thought of that…she loved him too much. Slowly, she hung up the telephone. Then she walked upstairs.
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I will post more as soon as I can!:) Thanks for the nice replies!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is some more. I'm sorry I haven't been posting very much...I'm not losing the spirit...I'm just BUSY!!! It takes so long for me to finish a fanfic once I start it. That's why I don't write them very often. LOL!
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Chapter 39
Elvin opened the front door. He didn’t know how he was going to explain what he had done, but he knew he had to. Sondra looked up from the couch as her husband walked in. She looked at her watch, and back at Elvin. “It’s only 7:30,” she said questioningly. “I thought you were at the hospital?” Elvin sat next to her on the couch. “I got Dr. Keller to cover for me,” he said. Sondra nodded. She figured he was still upset about Tim, and needed the time alone.

“So,” she said, “Are we going to get through this?” Elvin looked at his wife. He knew she felt guilty for all that they had been through. “We’re fine,” he said sincerely. “I love you Sondra…and I know this was not your fault. I believe you.” He pulled her close to him and she leaned her head on his shoulder. “What are we going to do?” Sondra asked him nervously. “Tim won’t leave me alone…I’ll be out of a job…”

“Don’t worry about it,” Elvin said calmly. “Trust me, Tim will leave you alone.” Sondra looked at him confused. ‘How do you know that?” she asked. Elvin held her close. “I took care of things,” he said. “Tim will not bother you anymore.” Sondra was concerned by Elvin’s mysteriousness. “What did you do?” she asked a bit worried.

“I let him know that you are my wife…and I trust you.” Elvin replied. “I also let him know that harassing female employees could get him into a lot of trouble.” Sondra couldn’t believe what Elvin had done. “You threatened him?” she asked. Elvin looked at her and smiled. “I just let him know what could happen if he didn’t back off. Then I talked to his father and he told me what a valued employee you are. He said you could take off as much time as you need to be with your family…and you are off of Mr. Lowell’s case.”

“I don’t believe you,” Sondra said. “You really talked to Mr. Reynolds? What did you say?” Elvin kissed her gently. “Don’t worry about it,” he said. “I took care of everything…now we are free of that jerk Tim…for good!”

Chapter 40
“I need to talk to Dabnis Brickey…room 102,” Vanessa said into the phone. She was sitting on her parents’ bed. Most of the family had gathered in the living room to watch a movie, but she needed to make this call. She needed to tell him that she loved him…that she wanted to work things out. She had told Rudy not to give up on love, and she didn’t want to give up either. “I’m sorry,” a voice replied into the phone. “No one is answering in room 102. Would you like to leave a message?”

Vanessa sighed. She did not know what to say in a message. “Can you tell him that his wife called?” she said to the desk clerk. “Tell him I need to talk to him and I’ll call him when I get home.” The desk clerk replied with a cheery voice, “Okay…I’ll see he gets the message.” Vanessa hung up the phone.

She walked down the hall to Rudy’s room and pushed the door open. Rudy was sitting at the desk. She was looking at one of her bridal magazines and her eyes were red and swollen. “Hey,” Rudy said looking up at her sister. “I thought everyone was watching a movie?” Vanessa pulled a chair over to the desk. “I had to make a call,” she said. “Then I thought maybe I’d just hang out with you.”

Rudy smiled. She sniffled a little and held up the magazine. “This is the dress I wanted,” she said. “I know it is pretty simple…but I love it.” She put the magazine down and sighed. “You would look beautiful in that dress,” Vanessa said. “I’m sure you’ll get to wear it some day.” Rudy shrugged, “Maybe…but it won’t be my dream wedding. Terrell and I had everything planned…the music...the flowers…the reception. I know I said I wanted everyone to come here to make wedding plans, but really it was just to finalize things. I had already pictured everything in my head. It was everything I always wanted, and now I can’t have it. I can’t marry someone else and hold on to the dreams I had with Terrell.”

Vanessa looked at her younger sister. “You’re right…but you’ll have new dreams with someone else,” she said. “You know, when I was a kid, I had my whole wedding planned out. I wanted a long lace wedding gown, and twelve bridesmaids in lavender dresses. I wanted to get married in the biggest, most beautiful church. I couldn’t imagine getting married without all of that. And do you remember my wedding?” Rudy laughed a little. “Yeah,” she said. “It wasn’t exactly that glamorous ordeal.” Vanessa smiled. “But it was still my wedding day…and I will always cherish the memory of it. So what if my dress was so tight I could barely breathe…and I got married in the living room… and I had one bridesmaid instead of twelve. It was still a great day.”

“And I made a beautiful bridesmaid,” Rudy laughed. Vanessa smiled. “I did get you to wear a lavender dress.” Rudy nodded, “ An ugly lavender dress,” she teased. Vanessa laughed with her sister. “It wasn’t ugly,” she said. Then she turned serious. “Did you call Kenny?” she asked.

Rudy shook her head. “I couldn’t do it,” she said. “I can’t risk hurting him like I hurt Terrell.” Vanessa put her hand on her sister’s shoulder. “You didn’t mean to hurt Terrell…and you can’t blame yourself. This was his fault too.” Rudy shrugged. Vanessa looked at her sister and continued. “Don’t give up on Kenny,” she said. “You love him…maybe you didn’t realize that before today…but you know it now. Tell him how you feel.”

“Did Dabnis really leave you?” Rudy asked her sister. She wasn’t really trying to change the subject…it had just been on her mind. Vanessa nodded, “Yeah,” she replied. “How did you know?” Rudy responded, “Huxtable grapevine…” Vanessa smiled slightly. Rudy continued. “How can you sit there and tell me not to give up on love?”

“Because I haven’t given up,” Vanessa said honestly. “I did at first. Then I realized that I love my husband…and he loves me too. He loved me enough to leave and let me figure out what I wanted out of life. Now I know what I want. I want to go back to school, and make my life better…and I want Dabnis by my side while I do it. Rudy, Kenny loves you…a lot. He loves you enough to let you be your own person. He was going to stand by and watch you marry Terrell because he thought Terrell made you happy…even though watching the two of you together was breaking his heart.”

“You’re right,” Rudy said. “Kenny does love me. I’m hurting him more by not telling him how I feel.” Vanessa nodded. “You need to call him,” she said. Rudy smiled. “I am going to call him,” she said. She started to walk out of the room, then she turned and looked at her older sister. “Oh…Vanessa,” she said. “If Kenny and I ever get married…I expect you to walk down the aisle in an even uglier lavender dress. It’s only fair.” They both laughed.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
I think you are a great story writer! Take all the time you need!

Thanks for your kind words!:) I am really glad you enjoy my writing. Here is some more!
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Chapter 40
Theo pulled up in front of Julia’s house. It was still early, and they had gone to dinner but decided to skip the movie they had planned to see. Theo really wanted to call over to his parents’ house and check on Rudy. “I had a really nice time,” Julia said as she opened the car door. Theo opened his door as well and the two began to walk to her front door. “I had fun too,” he said. “If I had known what a good time we’d have together, I would have asked you out a long time ago.”

Julia laughed. “I wish you would have,” she said. “To be honest, I’ve sort of been hoping you would ask me out all year.” Theo was surprised. He had no idea how Julia felt about him. He had always thought she was pretty and nice, but he didn’t know she was interested in him. “Why didn’t you say something?” he asked curiously.

“I didn’t want to seem pushy,” Julia smiled. “I didn’t really know if you would be interested.” Theo leaned close to her, and gently kissed her lips. “I wish you had said something,” he said smiling. “We’ve wasted a lot of time.” Julia pulled him closer and kissed him. “I take you are interested, then?” she asked playfully. Theo laughed. “Very interested,” he replied.

Theo hated to leave, but he knew it was getting late and he wanted to call and check on Rudy. “Julia, I have to go,” he said. Julia nodded. “I know,” she said. She kissed him again. Theo looked at her and knew he wanted to spend more time with her. “Would you like to come with me to my parents’ house tomorrow?” he asked suddenly. “I promised to go by in the morning and say good-bye to my sisters. I’d like everyone to meet you.”

Julia smiled. She had never had a real family, and listening to Theo tell stories about his had been a pleasure for her. “I would love to meet them,” she said. “If you don’t think it would be an imposition.” Theo shook his head. “They would love to meet you…especially Denise. She is always on my case about dating.” Julia laughed. “As much as you’ve told me about everyone, I feel like I already know them.” Theo smiled happily. ‘Well,” he said. “Tomorrow, you will.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 41
Rudy and Vanessa had both joined the family in the living room. The movie was almost over by now. Rudy had tried to call Kenny, but his brother had said Kenny was out. She knew he was angry with her, and she figured Kenny’s brother wouldn’t give him a message, so she gave up. The movie ended, and everyone was tired. Tavian was sleeping on Cliff’s lap, and Cliff picked him up to carry him upstairs. “I’m going to bed too,” Talia said following her grandfather upstairs. Anissa agreed and went upstairs as well.

“Well, I guess I’ll go read a magazine or something,” Olivia said. She wasn’t going to go to bed when the little kids did, but she was bored and reading was all she could think of. She walked up to her room. Martin yawned, “I think I am as tired as the kids.” He looked at Denise. ‘Are you ready to head up to bed?” Denise stood up and stretched a little. “Okay,” she said.

As Martin and Denise began to head upstairs, there was a knock at the door. “I’ll get it,” Denise said quickly. She opened the door, and was surprised to see Kenny standing there. “Kenny?” she asked. “What are you doing here?” Kenny walked in and looked at the family. “I came to see Rudy,” he said.

“Well, we were all just heading to bed,” Vanessa said standing up from the couch. “We’ll leave you two alone.” She looked at Rudy and smiled, but Rudy stood motionless. Clair followed as Martin, Denise, and Vanessa went upstairs.

Kenny sat on the couch, and Rudy sat next to him. Neither one spoke for a while. They just looked at each other nervously. “I tried to call you earlier,” Rudy said in a near whisper. Kenny smiled slightly. “I was out,” he said. “I was thinking some things over.” He looked curiously at her. “Why did you try to call?” he asked.

“I wanted to tell you how I feel,” Rudy said. Kenny was afraid of what Rudy would say, but he had to know once and for all. “How do you feel?” he asked. Rudy spoke softly. “I’m confused,” she said. “I know Terrell is not the man for me…I told him so. But Kenny, what if you and I are not really in love either? What if we are mistaking our deep friendship for love? What if it doesn’t work out?”

“I love you Rudy,” Kenny said sincerely. “I have no doubts…but if you do, I understand.” He leaned over and pressed his lips into hers. The couple kissed passionately. Rudy pulled away slowly, and looked into Kenny’s eyes. “I love you too,” she said. “I don’t have any doubts.”

[Jballon19]

You keep me reading..You have the gift.:talk:

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

This is so fantastic! I can't wait to read more! You are the best writer!

[ZeldaGilroy]

You are all so nice!!! Thank you so much for all of your compliments and encouragement. I am so glad you like my writing. I am working very hard on this story...hopefully I will finish it soon, but I can't promise anything. I tend to keep my stories going on quite a while...maybe because I get attatched to the characters and writing for them. LOL!

Anyway, here is a little more. I'll post more later!
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Chapter 42
Rudy was staring into Kenny’s eyes. Kenny smiled at her. “What do you think we should do about this?” he asked. Rudy looked confused. “What do you mean?” she asked. Kenny laughed. “I mean…we are in love. We know that much, now what are we going to do about it?”

Rudy shook her head. “I don’t know where you are going with this Kenny,” she said. “I do love you…and I know you love me. But we can’t rush into anything.” Kenny sighed. “I love you Rudy,” he said. “I want to marry you.” Rudy moved away from Kenny and sat on the other side of the couch. She did love him, but she thought rushing into a marriage was a mistake. She did not want to hurt him, but she had to be honest. “Kenny,” she said. “I can’t marry you right now. We haven’t even had an official date,” she laughed nervously. “We need to get to know each other as a couple…before we become husband and wife.”

Kenny laughed. “I know that,” he said. “I didn’t mean we should elope tonight. I just thought you should know that marriage is my ultimate goal…I want to know if you feel the same way?” Rudy smiled. “I think I do,” she said. “I know I want to be with you.” Kenny leaned over and kissed her. “That is good enough for me,” he said.

“I think you should go now,” Rudy said in response to his kiss. It was getting late, and she needed time to think. “Okay,” Kenny laughed. “I’ll go…but first I need to ask you something.” Rudy looked questioningly at him. Kenny cleared his throat. “It’s about Paris,” he began slowly. Rudy tensed up. Her move to Paris had caused major problems in her relationship with Terrell, and now she feared Kenny would be just as adamant on her giving up the job and staying with him.

Kenny looked worried. “When you leave…” he said softly, “and I stay here…do you promise not to fall in love with anyone else?” Rudy smiled. “I was sure you were going to ask me not to go,” she said. She put her arms around him and he held her close. Rudy wiped a tear from her eyes. “ I don’t know how I could ever fall in love with anyone else.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 43
Rudy opened the bedroom door. Kenny had just left, and as she watched him leave, she knew that they belonged together. He hadn’t tried to keep her from her dream…and he loved her. Olivia was lying in bed. Her eyes were closed and Rudy thought she was asleep so she tried to sneak in quietly. But as soon as Rudy sat down, Olivia sat up in bed. “So?” Olivia asked her step-aunt.

Rudy laughed, “So…what?” She asked, knowing that Olivia was fishing for information. “Don’t pull that with me,” Olivia said coming out from under the covers and sitting next to Rudy. “You know what I mean. How did it go with Kenny?” Before Rudy could answer there was a soft knock at the door. “Come in,” Rudy said softly.

Vanessa and Denise pushed the door open. Rudy laughed. “What are you two doing?” she asked teasingly. She knew her sisters were curious about the situation with Kenny. Vanessa smiled. “We heard you come upstairs,” she said. Denise laughed. “Yes, and we had to know what happened. So tell us!” Rudy smirked. She had never had so many people interested in her life before. It was kind of nice to get so much attention, and she was nearly bursting with excitement.

“Kenny loves me…and I told him I love him too,” Rudy said happily. “Finally!” Olivia shouted in excitement. “So when is the wedding?” Denise laughed. “Calm down Olivia,” she said. “You don’t know that there is going to be a wedding.” Rudy smiled, “Actually,” she began, “Kenny and I do plan to get married eventually. But for now, we are going to date and have a good time together. We are holding off on the wedding plans.”

“That sounds like a smart idea,” Vanessa replied. “You’ll know when the time is right.” Olivia looked annoyed. “I think you are making a mistake,” she said. “When you move to Paris, Kenny will be lonely. You know how men are…if you’re not here to keep him happy, he’ll find someone who will.” All eyes turned to Olivia in surprise. “Olivia Kendall,” Denise said in shock. “Watch your mouth…where would you ever get an idea like that?”

“It’s the truth…common knowledge,” Olivia said matter-of-factly. Denise sighed. Vanessa looked at Olivia concerned. “Olivia,” she said. “That is not the truth. If a man loves you…he will not turn to someone else.” Olivia shrugged. “Talia told me her dad left you a month ago. Do you think he hasn’t found someone else to keep him company?” Denise couldn’t believe her ears. “Olivia!” she shouted. “I have had enough of this. You are way out of line.”

Rudy looked at Olivia. She knew there was more going on than Olivia was making known. “Olivia,” she asked. “What is this really about?” Olivia felt the tears welling up in her eyes. She was trying not to cry, especially in front of everyone, but she couldn’t stop her tears. “I told Trey that I had to move here for the summer,” she began. “He was mad. He said that if I was willing to leave him for a summer…he would find another girlfriend.” She turned and looked angrily at Denise. “You and Dad win,” she shouted. “You finally found a way to break us up.”

Denise put her arm on Olivia’s shoulder, but Olivia quickly pulled away. “Honey…your dad and I were not trying to break you and Trey up. We were just concerned about how much time you were spending with him…and all the trouble you’ve been getting into.” Olivia continued to cry. “I love him,” she said through her tears. Rudy put her arm around Olivia. “I know you love him,” she said. “But I think you need to look at the big picture…he obviously doesn’t love you. If he did, he wouldn’t say that he’d find another girlfriend. You don’t need a boy like that Olivia.”

Olivia nodded. “I know that,” she said. “But it still hurts. I thought he loved me too.” She leaned her head over on Rudy’s shoulder and continued to cry. She looked up at Vanessa. “I’m sorry for what I said. I’m sure Dabnis isn’t cheating on you. I was just mad.” Vanessa smiled weakly and nodded. As much as she tried to look like Olivia’s comment hadn’t bothered her, she was thinking that maybe Olivia was right, and the thought of Dabnis with another woman hurt deeply. Olivia looked at Rudy. “I’m glad you and Kenny are in love,” she said. “He’s way better than Terrell.” Rudy smiled. “Yeah,” she said. “I bet Terrell and Trey would get along perfectly.” Rudy’s comment made Olivia smile a little.

[Cheryl Harrell]

Good story! I bet you'd do good writing a CHICO & THE MAN Fan fiction. :)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by Cheryl Harrell
Good story! I bet you'd do good writing a CHICO & THE MAN Fan fiction. :)

Thanks...that is a big compliment. I know how much you love "Chico and the Man." Maybe I'll try a "Chico" fanfic sometime. For now, here is more of this story! Enjoy!
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Chapter 44
The house was quiet, and everyone had been asleep for a while. Suddenly there was a loud knock at the front door. The doorbell was ringing consistently as well, and the loud noise jerked everyone awake. Cliff sat straight up in bed. He looked at the clock; it was just after two o’clock. “Who on earth could that be?” Clair asked, still a little groggy from sleep, but frightened by the unexpected late night visitor.

Cliff walked downstairs and Martin came with him. The knocking and ringing continued and most of the family had gathered at the top of the stairs. “I’m coming,” Cliff yelled as he approached the door. He looked through the window and then unlocked the door and opened it. “Where is Vanessa?” Dabnis asked out of breath as he walked into the house. “Dabnis?” Vanessa asked confused by her husband’s presence. She ran down the stairs. “What are you doing here?”

Tavian ran down the stairs after his mother and Talia followed him. “Daddy,” the little boy shouted as he ran into his father’s arms. “Thank God you are all okay,” Dabnis said hugging the kids. He looked at Vanessa. “I was at the college. A pipe broke in one of the dorms and I was working on it pretty late. When I got back to the hotel, the desk clerk said you called and said you needed me. I was so scared. I thought something was wrong.” Vanessa was still shocked by Dabnis’ late night arrival. She stared at him. “I didn’t say that,” she said. “I said I needed to talk to you…and for her to tell you I’d call you when I got home.”

Dabnis breathed a sigh of relief. “I’m just glad everyone is okay,” he said sitting down on the couch. He suddenly became aware of everyone standing around in their pajamas…looking at him. “I’m sorry I woke everyone up,” he said a bit embarrassed. Clair smiled. “That’s all right,” she said. “We’ll just go back to bed.” She turned to the family and motioned for them to head back upstairs. Cliff didn’t move, but Clair gave him a look and he followed her. Vanessa looked at Talia and Tavian. “You two go back to bed,” she said softly. The two children kissed their parents and walked up to bed.

“I’m sorry you were scared,” Vanessa said. “Why didn’t you just call and check?” She asked. Dabnis shook his head. “I don’t know,” he said. “I wasn’t thinking I guess. I was just worried.” Vanessa nodded. She wasn’t sure what to say. She hadn’t expected to see Dabnis so soon. “Uhm…Did you eat dinner yet…I mean since you were at work. We have leftovers in the refrigerator.” Dabnis hadn’t even thought about dinner, but now he realized it had been several hours since he had eaten. “Yeah,” he said. “I guess so.”

They walked into the kitchen, and Dabnis began eating some of the leftovers. He looked at Vanessa sitting across from him at the table. “So, what did you need to talk to me about?” he asked. Vanessa sighed. “I don’t think this is the time,” she said. Dabnis smiled. “I just drove here…going ninety miles per hour. I’m lucky I didn’t get a ticket. So start talking.” Vanessa looked at him. “You’re lucky you didn’t get killed,” she said. Dabnis shook his head. “I was worried,” he said. “But I made it…so what did you want to talk about?”

“Do you still love me?” Vanessa asked, a bit concerned about what his answer would be. Dabnis put down his fork and stared at her. “What?” he asked. Vanessa sighed. “Do you still love me?” she asked. Dabnis couldn’t believe what she was asking him. “You know I do,” he said. Vanessa tried not to get too emotional. “Are you sure?” she asked. “There isn’t someone else you’d rather be with?”

“How can you even ask that?” Dabnis looked worried and angry at the same time. Vanessa looked down. “I just didn’t know…I mean, you left a month ago. You haven’t come back…” Dabnis interrupted her. “I left to give you some space…you know that. And the only reason I haven’t come home is because you haven’t told me you’re ready. Nessa, I love you…there could never be anyone else.” Vanessa looked at him pleadingly. “I love you too,” she said. “And I want you to come home. I miss you.”

The couple walked into the living room and sat on the couch. Vanessa leaned next to her husband. “I know it felt like I was blaming you for my unhappiness,” she said. “But I wasn’t. I just didn’t know what to do.” Dabnis pulled her close to him, and she laid her head against him. “I felt like a failure,” she said. “Because everyone in my family is doing something important…and I couldn’t.” Dabnis knew how hurt Vanessa was, and that she had felt unsuccessful. “You are not a failure,” he said. Vanessa nodded. “I know,” she replied. “But I’ve felt like one…for a long time. And it wasn’t because of you…it was because of me. I felt like a disappointment to my parents when I quit school...and I gave up on myself, my dreams. That is why I was unhappy.” Dabnis nodded. He understood, but he was still worried.

“I talked to my parents today,” Vanessa said softly. “They said if I want to go back to school…they’d pay for it. Would you have a problem with that?” Dabnis looked at his wife. “I know how much you’ve wanted to go back to school. And I’m sorry you had to quit when Talia was born. You are the most intelligent person I’ve ever known,” he smiled. “I would love for you to go back to college…if you want to. But I don’t want you to feel like a failure because you didn’t finish before. You are a terrific wife and a wonderful mother and those are important jobs too.”

“I know that,” Vanessa replied. “And I’m proud of that now.” Dabnis kissed her. “Do you really think you’re ready for me to come home?” he asked. Vanessa kissed him and smiled. “I am definitely ready,” she said. Dabnis looked at her, but he still looked more concerned than happy. “What’s wrong?” Vanessa asked worried. Dabnis sighed. “I need to know something,” he said. Vanessa looked at him questioningly. Dabnis began slowly. “When we first became engaged, our relationship was sort of on and off. We broke up; got back together; broke up. You would never commit to marrying me.” He stopped and looked into her eyes. “Nessa, would you have married me if you hadn’t been pregnant with Talia?”

Vanessa took a deep breath. His question had caught her off guard. She didn’t know how to answer. She closed her eyes to stop her tears. “I loved you,” she said. “I was scared to get married…that’s why I called it off so many times. But I did love you. I know that I would have married you, even without the baby.” She looked at her husband and spoke honestly. “I just would have waited a while. I would have finished school first…maybe started a career. But that’s not the way it happened. And I cannot imagine my life without you or Talia or Tavian in it. I’m happy with the way things turned out.” Dabnis held her tightly, and as they lay on the couch, they both fell asleep.
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Thanks for reading everyone. I'll post more as soon as possible!

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

This is the best! You truly have TONS of talent! I know that you would be great at writing a "Division" fan fiction!:D

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
I was hoping you would think about writing that other Cosby
Cosby Show story, the one you dreamed about. If you did, you
could use some of my ideas and I could help you on it. But if you
decide against it, I will be very understanding. Love you girl!

I will think about writing the other Cosby Show fanfic based on my dream. It would be fun to write, and I'd love for you to help me out with it. The problem is that I have to go back to work 2 weeks from today(actually I was there today working off-the-clock, LOL!) and I will not have a lot of time to write. I have very little time as it is. I'll try to finish this one soon, and then I'll decide about the other one. I'll let you know when I decide! ;)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 45
Clair woke up. It was early, but she decided to get up anyway. Everyone was planning on a big family breakfast, and she wanted to prepare. Theo had called the night before, and he had said he was bringing his new girlfriend. Sondra, Elvin, and the twins planned to come. Rudy had invited Kenny, and after Dabnis’ surprise visit, she assumed he would be joining them as well. It was going to be a full house.

She got out of bed and walked into the bathroom. After a quick shower, she dressed and made her way down the stairs into the kitchen. She checked the refrigerator and cabinets to make sure she had enough of the ingredients she needed, and then she put on a pot of coffee and sat at the table enjoying a brief moment of peace and quiet. The house had been so full of noise, both happy and sad, and this was the first moment she had had to herself all weekend.

When the coffee was finished, Clair decided to go into the living room. She liked to watch the morning news while she sipped her coffee, and she knew that before long the house would be alive with laughter as her grandchildren awoke. She wanted to savor this brief moment of solitude while she could. She pushed open the door, but as she started to walk into the living room, she saw Dabnis and Vanessa asleep on the couch. She smiled, and quietly went back to the kitchen table.

Before long she heard footsteps on the stairs and soon Cliff made his way into the kitchen. He bent down and kissed her. ‘What are you doing up so early?” he asked as he went to pour some coffee for himself. “I woke up and you were gone.” Clair smiled. “I just wanted to get up and prepare for this busy day.” Cliff smiled. “This has been some weekend,” he said. “And everyone is leaving today.” He looked sadly at his wife.

Clair smiled. “It’s hard to see them go,” she said. “I miss having our whole family together.” Cliff nodded in agreement. “Well, I guess we’ll have our hands full though…with Olivia.” Clair nodded and sipped her coffee. “I just wish Martin and Denise could realize how important it is for them to be with her right now,” she said softly. “We love Olivia…but they are her parents. She needs their guidance.” Cliff agreed. “I know,” he said. “But they feel like they can’t handle her anymore. I’d rather she be here…than have them give up on her.”

“Lets go watch the news,” Cliff suggested getting up from the table and heading for the door. Clair shook her head. “We can’t,” she said softly. Cliff looked puzzled by her comment. “Why not?” he asked. Clair smiled at him. “Take a look,” she said. Cliff pushed the door open and saw his daughter and son-in-law sleeping soundly in each other’s arms. He turned to his wife. “What are they doing?” he asked. Clair laughed softly. “I think they made up,” she said with a grin. “Obviously,” Cliff said as he sat back down at the table.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 46
“We have to get over to your parents’ house soon,” Elvin said as he lay next to his wife in bed. Sondra smiled at him. “I know,” she said. “But I hate to get out of bed.” She leaned close to him, and they kissed. “I am so lucky to have you for a husband,” she said softly. Elvin held her close and thought about all they had been through. “We’re lucky to have each other,” he said. “And no one will come between us…ever.”

There was a knock at the door. Sondra laughed. “Never a moments peace,” she smiled. Elvin looked at her and grinned. ‘Come in,” he shouted. Nelson walked through the door. “Are you two ever getting up?” he asked impatiently. “We have to get to Grandma and Grandpa’s.” Sondra looked at her son. She was proud of him. He was always so prepared and efficient…a pleasure to his parents. Unfortunately, he aslo had bad timing.

“We’ll be down in a minute,” she said. ‘Go make sure your sister is up…okay.” Nelson nodded and walked out the door. Elvin stood up from the bed. “I bet Winnie is still sound asleep,” he said. Sondra agreed. “Yep, and I’ll bet she’s not in a big hurry to get up. I’m glad Nelson is going to wake her up…instead of me.” Elvin laughed.

“I wish we didn’t have to go all the way to your parents’ house for breakfast,” Elvin said. “It is so far, and I’d rather spend some time alone with you.” Sondra smiled and walked over to her husband. “I know,” she said. “But everyone is leaving today. We have to say good-bye.” Elvin nodded. “I know,” he replied. “It is always so hard for you to say good-bye. You get all teary-eyed, and by the time the last car pulls out, the whole family is crying.”

Sondra laughed slightly. “It’s hard,” she said. “Everyone lives so far away now. We all used to be so close. Theo is the only one I see anymore. Rudy is heading for Paris. I never see Martin and Denise except at Christmas. Vanessa doesn’t visit very often either.” Elvin nodded, “Just make sure you don’t get into anything with Vanessa this time,” he suggested. “She was so angry with you yesterday. I don’t know what got into her, but you don’t want to leave things on a bad note.”

“I know what was bothering her,” Sondra said. Elvin looked at his wife, waiting for her explanation. Sondra continued. “Denise told me that Dabnis and Vanessa split up. I guess that was why she was so testy with me. I’ll make sure to be extra nice today.” She put her arms around her husband and hugged him tightly. “I guess not everybody is fortunate enough to have a marriage like ours.” She kissed him and Elvin smiled. “Too bad,” he said. "They are missing out on something special."

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is a little more...
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Chapter 47
“Mommy,” Tavian said shaking his mother awake. “I’m hungry. Wake up.” Vanessa opened her eyes and looked at her son. She sat up and Dabnis woke up as well. “Tavian,” Vanessa said yawning. “Go upstairs and get dressed. We are having a family breakfast today. You’ll get to eat soon.” Tavian sat on his father’s lap. “Can I just have cereal?” he asked. Dabnis laughed. ‘We’ll see,” he replied. ‘But for now, listen to Mommy and go get dressed.

Tavian walked back upstairs and Dabnis looked at his watch. “I can’t believe we slept on that couch all night,” he said. “I know,” Vanessa answered. She leaned over and kissed him. “It was kind of nice though.” The couple walked into the kitchen.

Cliff and Clair were still sitting at the table, drinking their coffee. ‘We didn’t expect anyone else to be up this early,” Clair said with a smile. Vanessa nodded. “Tavian woke us up.” She poured some coffee and sat at the table. Clair looked at her daughter and son-in-law. “You two looked pretty cozy out there on the couch,” she smiled.

Vanessa laughed. “We made up,” she said looking happily at her husband. Cliff laughed a little. “We figured,” he said. “And I’m glad. Now maybe Dabnis and I can get some work done around here before you leave today.” He looked at his son-in-law. “Lots of things to fix up around here…and that son of yours isn’t as handy as you’d expect. I let him wear my tool belt, and he kept trying to hammer things.” Dabnis laughed. Vanessa shook her head. “He’s only four, Dad.”

Rudy came down stairs. She was obviously happy and everyone smiled when they saw her. “Is Kenny here yet?” she asked. Clair shook her head. “Not yet,” she said. “It’s early though.” Dabnis looked at his sister-in-law. “Why is Kenny coming over?” he asked. Vanessa laughed. “You’ve missed out on a lot. I’ll fill you in…” Rudy cut her off mid-sentence. “You better fill him in later,” she said. “Right now I think you’d better get upstairs and stop Talia from killing her little brother.” Vanessa looked questioningly at her sister. “You know that slimy monster thing Martin bought?” Rudy continued. “Well, Tavian decided to wake Talia up by shooting her with slime.”

Suddenly they could hear the kids screaming upstairs. “Shut up,” Olivia shouted. “Some people are trying to sleep.” “You shut up,” Anissa yelled back at her sister. Tavian was screaming, “leave me alone or I’m telling,” and Talia was threatening to beat up her younger brother. Vanessa went to the stairs. “Knock it off…now!” she shouted as she ran up the stairs. “I’m coming up there!”

Cliff looked at his wife and sighed. “So much for our peaceful morning,” he said teasingly. Clair laughed. “Brings back memories, doesn’t it,” she laughed.

[Jballon19]

Good..Good...Let the grandparents come over as a surprise...lol

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

I love it! You are truly a great writer and have TONS of talent! Keep up the great work!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Sorry I haven't posted before now. I was out of town all day. Here is a little more...
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Chapter 48
There was a knock at the door. “That must be Kenny,” Rudy said happily as she rushed to the door. She opened the door, and there stood Kenny, with the same blissful look on his face. “I thought you’d never get here,” Rudy said. Then she kissed him and led him into the kitchen.

All eyes turned to the couple as they walked into the room. “Kenny,” Clair said happily. “We are so glad you could make it for breakfast.” “Thank you Mrs. Huxtable,” Kenny said smiling. Cliff stood up. He looked at the young man he had known for years as his daughter’s friend. Kenny seemed a bit nervous about whether or not Rudy’s father would accept him as her boyfriend. “Kenny,” Cliff said extending his hand. “It’s good to have you here.” He shook Kenny’s hand. “We all wish you and Rudy the best of luck.” Kenny smiled happily. “Thank you Dr. Huxtable.”

Rudy and Kenny sat down at the table. “When is Theo getting here?” Rudy asked impatiently. “And Sondra and Elvin? They haven’t heard about Kenny and me yet.” She looked at her boyfriend and smiled. “We’ll tell them as soon as they get here,” Kenny said happily. “We’ll tell everyone we see.” He touched Rudy’s hand gently. Clair laughed a little. “Okay you two,” She said. “I hate to break up this love fest, but we need to start making breakfast.”

“I’ll help you,” Rudy said. She kissed Kenny and walked over to the refrigerator. Vanessa and Denise walked downstairs. “Hi Kenny,” Denise said. She looked at Rudy and smiled. Vanessa looked at her mother. “Do you need help with breakfast?” she asked. Clair smiled. “Yes,” she said. “I’ll help too,” Denise added. Cliff stood up and looked at his wife. “Don’t let her help,” he said jokingly. “I don’t want tofu for breakfast.”

Denise laughed. “Dad,” she said laughing. “Stop...besides tofu is good for you. My kids eat it, and they are very healthy.” Cliff kissed her on the cheek. “I’m not too concerned with eating healthy,” he teased. “I just want a happy meal with my family…and if we have tofu, it won’t be a happy meal.” Everyone laughed. “Fine, no tofu,” Denise said in defeat. “But I refuse to cook or eat anything full of grease.” Cliff smiled. “Fine,” he said teasingly. “You don’t have to cook it.”

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

That's all right! I love it! It's great! Keep it up! :D

[ZeldaGilroy]

Sorry everybody..I know I haven't posted in a while. I hope I haven't lost any readers because of my procrastination. Here is some more...
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Chapter 49
Breakfast was almost ready. Clair smiled as she watched her family together, and she felt tears come to her eyes at the thought of them leaving. She turned to Denise, who was getting plates out to set the table. “Denise,” she began, “Are you and Martin sure you want to leave Olivia here?”

Denise turned to her mother. “I don’t know anymore,” she said. “I thought it would be a good idea…but after last night…I think she already thinks we hate her. I don’t want her to feel that way. I want her away from that boy Trey though. He is trouble.” Clair nodded. “Maybe you should talk to her,” she suggested. “See what she wants…if she’s willing to change some of her behaviors. It’s not that your father and I don’t want her here…but maybe she’d be better off with you and Martin.”

Denise agreed. “I’ll talk to her,” she said. “Martin and I talked half the night about what we should do, and we came up with nothing.” Clair smiled. “Maybe what you need is a little input from Olivia. It is her life we’re talking about.” Denise nodded. “I’ll talk to her after breakfast,” she said.

Sondra and Elvin walked through the door. “Breakfast smells wonderful,” Elvin said as he came in. Winnie interrupted her father. “Is Olivia upstairs?” she asked Denise. Denise nodded. Winnie went upstairs and Nelson followed her. Sondra said hello to everyone and sat at the table. “I just saw Rudy and Kenny in the living room,” she said. “Does that mean they are together…like a couple?”

Vanessa smiled, “Kenny came over last night, and they decided they wanted to be together,” she said happily. Sondra walked over to Denise and whispered, “Dabnis is in there too?” Denise laughed, “Miracles do happen you know.” “I heard that,” Vanessa said teasingly. “Denise, I can’t trust you with anything.” Sondra laughed, “Well, even if it was secret…I’m glad to know the two of you are back together.” “Thanks,” Vanessa replied.

“Where’s Theo?” Elvin asked as they began to put the food on the table. “Not here yet,” Clair said. “I was hoping he would get here early. He’s bringing his new girlfriend.” Elvin smiled. “I hope they don’t miss breakfast.” Suddenly they heard the doorbell ring. “Must be Theo,” Denise said happily. She walked into the living room, anxious to meet her brother’s new girlfriend.

Cliff opened the door. “Mom…Dad,” he said happily. “We thought you were Theo.” “Sorry to disappoint you son,” Russell said laughing. “We just thought we’d stop by and see our grandchildren and great-grandchildren.” “We thought you were out of town,” Denise said surprised. “We came back early,” Russell replied. “We didn’t want to miss out on the chance to see everybody.”

Rudy smiled and hugged her grandparents. “You remember Kenny,” She said re-introducing her boyfriend to her grandparents. “Of course,” Anna said happily. Then she turned to her granddaughter. “Where is the lucky groom?” she asked pleasantly. The room became quiet. “Uhm…we sort of broke up,” Rudy said. “Kenny and I are together now.” She hoped her grandparents did not have a bad impression of her. “Oh,” Anna said. “Well, I’ve always liked Kenny,” she said. “I think you’ve made a fine choice.”

Clair came out of the kitchen to announce that breakfast was ready. She was surprised to see her in-laws, and embraced them happily. “I’m so glad you made it,” she said. “We’re glad too,” Russell replied. The family gathered around the table, preparing for breakfast. “Are we going to eat without Theo and his friend?” Elvin asked. Clair shrugged. “I hate to, but we can’t let the food get cold. Hopefully they’ll get here soon.” They began to pass the food around the table, everyone hoping that Theo would arrive before the meal was over.
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I'll add more as soon as I can. Thanks Jballon19 for the idea of having the grandparents show up as a surprise! I hope everyone is still enjoying this!:)

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

Awesome! I can't wait for more! Please post lots more soon!

[Jballon19]

I'm still here.............Who else is still here.
Keep up, the good work.:talk:
I got my cameo.....Yeah

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
Keep on writing! And if you decide to do that other one, I will be
glad to help you in any way I can. Once again, you are the best!

Couldn't have said it better myself! ;)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 50
Everyone had just started to eat when Theo came through the door. “We made it,” he said. “Sorry we are so late.” He put his arm around the young woman accompanying him. “Everybody…this is Julia Lawrence.” Julia smiled. “Hello,” she said. “It is nice to meet everybody. Theo has told me so much about all of you.”

Clair smiled at the pretty young woman. She liked Julia already, and it was obvious that Theo liked her. “It is so nice to meet you Julia,” she said pleasantly. “Come and join us.” Theo and Julia sat down at the table. Theo turned and saw Rudy and Kenny sitting at the other end of the table. They were still gazing into each other’s eyes, oblivious to those around them. “Kenny…man what are you doing here?” Theo asked curiously. Kenny smiled, still looking at his girlfriend. “Rudy and I are in love,” he said.

“They’ve been staring at each other since Kenny got here,” Anissa laughed. “When they think nobody’s looking…they kiss,” she said teasingly. Rudy took her eyes off Kenny just long enough to look embarrassed by Anissa’s comment. “Shut up Anissa,” Olivia said annoyed by her younger sister. “I think it is nice that they are in love. And there is nothing wrong with kissing.” Anissa laughed. “Really?” she asked sarcastically. “Then why did you get suspended for it?”

“Anissa!” Martin said angrily. Anissa looked at her father. “Well its true…that is why she got suspended and why you and Mom are making her move here with Grandma and Grandpa.” Denise looked frustrated with her daughter. “Anissa…stop it! You are being very rude, and I don’t like it!” Russell looked at Denise. “You and Martin are leaving Olivia here? That seems harsh, just for kissing. I remember your parents in high school, and they were caught making out plenty of times.” Clair looked embarrassed.

Talia looked questioningly at Olivia. “Why did they suspend you for kissing? Mark Harris kissed me by the water fountain, and we didn’t get suspended.” Dabnis looked at his daughter. “He did what?” he asked. Then he looked at Vanessa. “Did you hear that?” Vanessa looked at her husband and smiled. “She told me when it happened. It’s not a big deal. They are little kids, and it won’t happen again.” Dabnis looked sternly at his daughter. “If he ever does that again…you tell your teacher. Then you tell me!” Tavian teased his sister. “Daddy will beat him up.” Dabnis looked at Vanessa. “Not a big deal? She’s in third grade. I don’t want her starting all this so soon.”

“I had a boyfriend in third grade,” Winnie said trying to add-in her own two cents. Nelson looked at her, “Shut up,” he said. “This isn’t about you.” “Don’t tell your sister to shut-up,” Sondra scolded her son. Elvin looked at his daughter. “This isn’t your business though, Winnie. And that boyfriend was just a friend…not a boyfriend.” Winnie shook her head. “Nope…he was a boyfriend Dad.”

As the family continued to argue, Cliff sat back in his chair, still eating his breakfast. He looked at Theo and smiled. Theo looked at his new girlfriend. “You wanted to see what it was like to have a big family,” he said jokingly. “Here it is.” He hoped this experience wouldn’t scare her away forever.
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Have you guys seen this picture? It is from the real Cosby reunion. It's not a great picture...but I thought I'd post it here to keep the characters fresh in your minds as you read, LOL! No Denise though...too bad!


C:\My Documents\TV pics\reunioncosby.bmp

[Jballon19]

Kewl....................I don't see the picture though.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by Jballon19
Kewl....................I don't see the picture though.

Sorry you can't see the picture. It is showing up for me...hmmm. I don't know what is wrong with it. Sorry!:(

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

It's awesome! Who's in the picture? it won't let me see it either.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Jballon19....I forgot to say, THANKS FOR READING!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by BonniesLilCutiePie
It's awesome! Who's in the picture? it won't let me see it either.

It has everybody, except for Lisa Bonet. I can't believe it won't let you see it either. I'll have to try another way of getting it to show up. I'll work on it. Thanks for reading!!!

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

Oh, okay! Thanks. You are welcome. I love it! Keep up the awesome work!

[ZeldaGilroy]

I don't know why this picture won't show up. It really bugs me because I can see it!!! I hate computers...LOL!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Okay...I'm going to try this as an attachment. This is my last effort to show you guys this pic. Sorry if it doesn't work. I have to go do laundry now! BooHoo! I'll post more later, and let me know if the picture worked for you!

[Jballon19]

I got it thanks, that was a kewl picture. Lisa Bonet should have been there because they where a family and like all familys they have that one kid that has to stand out.

Is it just me or is Bill Cosby Missing a tooth and that picture.Look real hard or zoom in on it.:happyface

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by Jballon19
I got it thanks, that was a kewl picture. Lisa Bonet should have been there because they where a family and like all familys they have that one kid that has to stand out.

Is it just me or is Bill Cosby Missing a tooth and that picture.Look real hard or zoom in on it.:happyface

I'm glad it worked for you! I don't think Bill Cosby is missing a tooth...I think it's just a bad picture. :) It was the only current cast photo I could find though...so I posted it! ANyway, here is more of the story...
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Chapter 51
When the arguing had finally subsided, and breakfast was over, everyone scattered throughout the house. Sondra and Vanessa went into the kitchen to start cleaning up, and Julia went with them. “I hope all the arguing at breakfast didn’t give you a bad impression of our family.” Sondra said. “We’re usually not like that…it’s just been a mixed-up weekend.” Julia laughed. “I had fun,” she said. “It is nice to see that people can have conflict…but still love each other. That is what family is about.” “Well I’m glad you’re not appalled by us,” Vanessa said jokingly. “Theo would kill us if we scared you or anything.” Julia smiled. “Theo is a great guy…and I like him a lot.” She laughed. “No matter what his family is like.”

Tavian walked down stairs and over to his mother. “Talia says we have to pack our stuff. Do we have to go home today?” He asked sadly. Vanessa nodded at her son. “Yes, honey,” she said. Tavian pouted. “I don’t want to,” he said. “I like it here. I’ll miss Grandma and Grandpa.” Vanessa picked the little boy up and sat him on her lap. “I’ll miss them too,” She said sadly as she kissed her son on the cheek. “But we’ll come back soon.” Cliff and Dabnis walked into the room. “Well there’s Little Heathcliff,” Cliff said happily. “We’ve been looking for you. We’re going down to the basement to work on a project. Want to come?” Tavian jumped off his mother’s lap and followed his father and grandfather downstairs.

Vanessa laughed. “Well, I guess that takes care of him for a while.” Julia smiled. “Is your son’s name Heathcliff?” she asked. “I thought Theo told me is was something else.” Sondra laughed. “Dad just calls him that. Vanessa made the mistake of giving her son our father’s name for his middle name, and he can’t accept the fact that it’s not his first name.” Vanessa smiled. “Tavian likes it when Dad calls him Little Heathcliff. It makes him feel special…and it makes Dad happy too.” Julia smiled. “It is nice that they are so close,” she said. “You’re really lucky to have such a nice family.”

As Julia left to find Theo, Sondra turned to her younger sister. “It is nice to have such a good family,” she said. “We are pretty lucky.” Vanessa nodded at Sondra and smiled. “I’m sorry about yesterday,” Vanessa said to her older sister. “I had no right to get so angry with you.” Sondra put her arm around her sister. “I’m sorry too,” she said. “I didn’t mean to upset you…or make you think that I feel I’m better or more important than you…because I’m not.”

“I know,” Vanessa said sincerely. “I wouldn’t have been so hurt if Dabnis and I hadn’t been having so many problems…and if I hadn’t already felt so bad about myself, and my life.” Sondra sat at the table. “You know,” she said, “Elvin and I have had our share of problems too…believe me. I’ve just always felt like I had to cover them up…keep up appearances. I want everyone to think I have a perfect life…but I don’t.” She paused, then continued seriously. “You know, when I said you should have another baby and name it after Mom…I didn’t mean that all you can do is sit around and have babies. I just meant that you are such a good mother, if any of us were to have more children…I assumed it would be you.”

“Thanks,” Vanessa said softly. “You’re a good mother too,” she added. Sondra shook her head. “No I’m not,” she replied. “I don’t get home until after eight o’clock on a good night. I never see my kids. I don’t know what they are doing most of the time. Between both of our jobs, I don’t spend any time with my husband. In fact, we almost got a divorce because I had a relationship with someone else…someone I work with.” Vanessa looked shocked by Sondra’s confession. “Oh Sondra,” she said concerned for her sister. “I’m sorry…” Sondra smiled. “It’s okay now,” she said. “But I just wanted you to know…don’t think I’m perfect. I’m nowhere near.” Vanessa hugged her sister. “You’re a perfect big sister,” she said. “Ask anybody in this house.” Sondra wiped away a tear, and finished washing the dishes.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 52
Olivia was sitting at the desk, looking through Rudy’s bridal magazine when Denise came in. “What do you want?” she asked her stepmother unhappily. Denise sat next to her. “I want to talk,” she said. Olivia continued to look through the magazine, ignoring Denise’s attempt to converse. Denise reached out and took the magazine from her, forcing Olivia to look at her.

“Why did you do that?” Olivia shouted angrily. Tears came to her eyes, but it was clear that she was not crying over a magazine. “Olivia,” Denise began slowly, “I need to know what is going on with you. Your father and I are worried about you. We don’t want to make you stay here…but we don’t know what else to do unless you tell us what is going on.” Olivia shrugged. “Nothing is going on…I’m fine.”

Denise reached out and put her hand on Olivia’s. She expected her to pull away, and was surprised when she didn’t. “Olivia…you are not fine. You were very rude last night…to Vanessa and Rudy. And even though you apologized, it scared me that you would say such hurtful things to people. And this thing with Trey…I need to know what is happening.”

Olivia looked at her stepmother. “I’m sorry I told Rudy that Kenny would find someone else if she moved to Paris. I’m sorry I told Vanessa that Dabnis was cheating on her. I don’t know what else to say. I was mad.” Denise nodded. ‘I know, but why were you so upset about Trey? He obviously doesn’t love you as much as you thought you loved him…and you’re only sixteen. There will be a lot of other boys.”

Olivia was sobbing. “I thought he loved me…and he didn’t. I can’t stand it. Nobody loves me…and I don’t know why?” Denise was confused. “What do you mean ‘nobody’ loves you?” Olivia wiped her tears. “I mean…I feel like nothing I do is good enough. People don’t want me around. My Mom left me when I was still a baby. I wasn’t important enough to her. Then my dad married you, and I thought we were a family. But you moved to Singapore without me. I stayed here with the Huxtables, and then they sent me to you and Dad. And when Anissa was born, I was afraid you would love her more…because she was yours.”

Denise tried to hold back her tears. “I do not love Anissa more than you,” she said. “I have always loved you.” Olivia continued. “Maybe…but I see how proud you are when you go places with Anissa, and people say how much the two of you look alike…how you are obviously mother and daughter. I don’t get that…with anyone. I never see my mom. She doesn’t even care that I look like her.” Denise hugged Olivia tightly. Olivia continued to spill her feelings to her stepmother. “When I first started dating Trey…he told me he loved me. That felt so nice…I didn’t want to lose him. I was afraid if I didn’t skip classes and stuff to be with him, that he wouldn’t love me anymore. And when you and Dad decided I should stay here, I knew I’d lost Trey…he didn’t really love me either. No one does.”

“I love you,” Denise said through her tears. “Your Dad loves you…and Anissa…everyone in this house. And your Mom loves you too, even if she doesn’t always show it. I’m so sorry you have felt like this. I never wanted you to feel this way. I want you to be happy.” Olivia wiped her tears away. “Really?” she asked. “Does that mean I can come home…instead of staying here?”

“I want you to be home with us,” Denise said sincerely. “I hate the idea of going home without one of my daughters. But Olivia…you have to change. You have to get back on the right track. No more getting into trouble…no more Trey.” Olivia nodded. “I promise,” she said. “You’ll be so proud of me. I’ll work so hard at summer school. And Trey is out of my life for good…honest.” She reached out and hugged her stepmother. “I love you too Denise,” she said. “Thanks for being my mom.”
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I'll post more later! Thanks for reading!!!

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

This fan fiction rox!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is a little more.
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Chapter 53
Rudy and Kenny were sitting outside. They wanted some time alone, and in the crowded house, this was the only place they could find. He leaned over and kissed her. “Nobody’s looking…right?” He asked teasingly referring to Anissa’s comment at breakfast. Rudy laughed. “I’m pretty sure we are all alone,” she said smiling. She kissed him.

“I wanted to give you something,” Kenny said reaching into his pocket. He pulled out a small ring box and opened it revealing a small diamond ring. “I know we said we would wait a while…before becoming officially engaged,” he said nervously, “but I wanted you to have this. I don’t want you to leave for Paris without a symbol of my love. This ring doesn’t mean we are getting married tomorrow, or next week, or even next year. It’s just a promise that I will love you forever.”

Rudy felt tears falling down her cheeks, but she didn’t bother to wipe them away. She stared, sobbing as Kenny gazed lovingly in her eyes, and she couldn’t speak. She was too full of emotion. Kenny reached and wiped a tear from her cheek. “Are you okay?” he asked. “I didn’t mean to upset you…” Rudy touched his hand. “I’m not upset,” she said through her sobs. “I love you so much…and this ring is the nicest, sweetest gift you could have given me.” Kenny held her close, and kissed her on the cheek.

“I want to marry you,” Rudy said sincerely. “I want to be with you…forever. I don’t want to wait until next month or next year. I want to be your wife…now.” Kenny was surprised, and was unsure of what to say in response. “But,” he began, “you said you wanted to wait…to date for a while…see how things go…”

Rudy interrupted him. “I was wrong,” she said. “I was afraid to commit to you because I didn’t want to end up in the same kind of relationship I had with Terrell. Where I was always striving to make him happy. But Kenny, I know I don’t have to do that with you. We belong together. We make each other happy…without even trying. Even when we argue, it doesn’t change our feelings for one another. It was fate that brought us together when we were six, and no matter how many times I’ve tried to defy fate in the past, I can’t do it anymore. I don’t want to move to Paris without you, and if you don’t want to live in Paris…I’ll give it up for you. I love you that much.” She kissed him passionately on the lips. “Marry me Kenny.”

“When I was six, I never thought Rudy Huxtable would be proposing to me,” Kenny said honestly. “I love you so much. Let’s get married,” he said. He gently slid the ring on her finger, and the couple kissed. Rudy held her hand out and looked at the ring. Kenny smiled, “It’s not as expensive as the one Terrell gave you,” he said a little embarrassed. “I couldn’t afford anything else.” Rudy leaned her head against his chest and admired the ring on her hand. “It’s better,” she said lovingly, “this ring is a part of us…it’s the most beautiful ring…it’s a symbol of our love.”
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Thanks for reading! I hope no one is getting bored...I know this story seems to go on and on. I didn't intend for it to be this lengthy. I'll try to finish it up soon.

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

I am not bored! This is very interesting! :)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
If you decide to do the other story, here is a good title:
A Nightmare For Rudy(aka A Torn Family)

Good Title!!! I'm thinking about doing it still...but I have to finish this one first, and it is getting longer and longer. LOL! If I had more time to write, I'd probably be finished by now. Real life gets in the way of my fanfics...;)
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Chapter 54
Rudy and Kenny walked into the house. “Where is everyone?” Rudy asked seeing her mother sitting alone in the living room. Clair smiled, “Scattered around,” she replied. Rudy looked at her mother happily. Clair could tell something was up. “What is going on?” she asked her daughter curiously. “I have to get everyone together first,” Rudy said. She went to the stairs and called for everyone to come down. Kenny went to the kitchen and asked for everyone to come to the living room. Clair went to the basement steps and called for Cliff, Dabnis, and Tavian.

Finally everyone gathered in the living room. “What is this all about?” Cliff asked anxiously. “Yeah,” Theo added. “I was giving Julia a tour of the house.” Rudy laughed. “Sorry,” she said, “But this is more important.” She held up her hand to display her engagement ring. “Kenny and I are getting married!” She said joyfully.

“What?” Clair asked. “I thought you wanted to wait?” Rudy smiled. “We decided not to wait. We are in love…we can’t wait.” Anna smiled and hugged her granddaughter. “Congratulations, Rudy,” She said happily. “If you love Kenny…I think you should marry him.” “Thanks Grandma,” Rudy replied.

“I know this seems rushed,” Rudy said in explanation, “But it’s not really. We have been together for so long…” Cliff interrupted her. “If this is what you want,” he said, “We’re all going to back you up. But it does seem awfully soon…” Kenny interrupted him. ‘Dr. Huxtable, I know that as of yesterday…everyone thought Rudy was going to marry Terrell…but he was not the man for her. I love her, and I would never hurt her. This is a surprise, I know…but we are very happy.” Cliff nodded and shook hands with his future son-in-law. “I know you love her,” he said. “And you’re already like a member of the family.” “Thanks,” Kenny said relieved.

“So…when is the wedding?” Vanessa asked as she admired her sister’s engagement ring. Rudy smiled, “I think we are just going to have a ceremony at city hall. We don’t need a big wedding. It would just be easier.” Everyone looked disappointed. “But Rudy,” Clair said, “You are our last daughter to get married.”

“I know,” Rudy said. “But Kenny and I don’t need to put on a big show to prove our love for one another.” Clair nodded unhappily. Kenny put his arm around his fiancée, “As soon as we get the license…we’ll just get married.” “Well at least you are getting married,” Olivia said. “I always knew you would.”

Vanessa pulled Rudy aside as the rest of the family continued to talk about the upcoming nuptials. “What about your dress…the one from the magazine?” she asked her younger sister. Rudy smiled, “I don’t need that dress,” she said, “I’ll have Kenny.” Vanessa smiled at her sister. “I can’t believe that you don’t want a real wedding,” she said. Rudy replied honestly, “Maybe I do want a better wedding than city-hall, but we don’t have time to plan anything and I am not going to marry Kenny in the ceremony I had planned for Terrell.” Vanessa nodded understandably. “I can help you plan a new ceremony…I’m fast, give me two weeks.” Rudy laughed.

Kenny came over to where the two women were talking. “What is going on?” he asked. Rudy kissed him, “My sister is trying to talk me into a family wedding.” Kenny smiled, “It might be better than eloping,” he said honestly. “Really?” Rudy asked. “You mean you want an actual wedding?” Kenny held her close, “I want to marry you,” he said, “And I think your parents deserve to see their little girl get married…And don’t worry, I don’t care what you planned with Terrell…this wedding is just about us. I know that.”

Rudy kissed her future husband, then turned to her family. “Everybody,” she announced. “Kenny and I have changed our minds…” “WHAT!” Olivia interrupted. “You can’t…you belong together…you can’t stop the wedding…what is wrong with you Rudy?” Rudy and Kenny both laughed. “We just meant we would like a real wedding ceremony after all,” Rudy said laughing. “Oh,” Olivia responded embarrassed. Clair hugged her daughter, “I guess we’re back to making wedding plans,” she said happily through the excited chatter of the family.

[Jballon19]

Matt Robinson, the original Gordon on the childrens show "Sesame Street" and a writer for the 1980's sitcom "The Cosby Show" died on Monday From Parkisons Disease, according to the AP. He was 65.

His daughter is Holly Robinson Peete from Hanging with Mr.Cooper, which also stared Raven Simone (Olivia) and most recently her own show "For Your Love."


This wanted to share this with my friends of "The Cosby Show."

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

I luf it! It's awesome!

[ZeldaGilroy]

I am glad you all like this story...now I need your help. Since I don't want to bore anybody by making the story too long, I need your opinions.

Should I...
A. End the story here, making everyone say their "good-byes" with the understanding that Rudy and Kenny are going to be married at some point in their lives, I just won't write about it.

OR

B. End the story with Rudy and Kenny's wedding, which would require some more posts, and make the fanfic longer.

I don't mind writing the wedding into my fanfic. I like writing this story and it gives me something to do in my spare time. But, I don't want anyone to lose interest or get tired of reading. Post your opinion as soon as possible. I'll read what you have to say and decide in which direction to take the story. If people respond, I'll write more and post it tonight!

Thanks for the help!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954


Put the wedding in the story! I won't lose interest in it!

Thanks for the reply...I was sort of leaning towards doing the wedding too! I'll see if anyone else responds before I'm ready to go to bed tonight...if not, I'll post more leading towards the wedding!!!:)

[ZeldaGilroy]

I've decided to go ahead and post more!!!
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Chapter 55
Most of the commotion had calmed down. Rudy and Kenny had gone to Kenny’s brother’s house to tell him the news of their upcoming wedding. Everyone else was gathered in the living room. “Aunt Rudy’s wedding will be so much fun,” Talia said happily. “I’ve never been involved in a wedding before.” “Weddings are not that big of a deal,” Anissa replied. “It’s just everybody getting dressed up in fancy clothes, and all the old people cry, and then you get to eat cake.”

Denise laughed, “Yeah, that’s pretty much it,” she said. “But it is special…and it is a big deal.” Clair nodded, “It is a very big deal,” she said happily. She walked over to the bookcase and pulled out a large photo album. “I even have a special book to commemorate all of my children’s weddings.” She opened the book and smiled. “I still have pages left for Rudy and Theo,” she said smiling at her son and his new girlfriend. Theo looked embarrassed, but Julia just smiled.

“Ooooh, I want to see,” Anissa said curiously. Everyone gathered around as Clair went through the book. “Aunt Sondra,” Talia said nicely, “Your hair looks so pretty in this picture. I love those little white flowers.” Sondra smiled, “Thanks Talia.” She looked at the picture and thought about how long ago it had been. She looked at Elvin, and knew how lucky she was to still have him in her life. “Yeah Mom,” Winnie added, “You do look pretty…and Dad looks a lot younger.” Elvin laughed.

“Why is there only one picture of your wedding,” Anissa asked her parents. “And where is your fancy dress?” Denise smiled. “I told you before that your father and I were married on a mountain in South Africa. I didn’t have a fancy dress and that was the only picture we had taken.” Anissa shook her head, “You missed out,” she said seriously. Martin laughed, “No she didn’t,” he said, “It was a beautiful ceremony.” Anissa looked at her parents. “Didn’t you want Grandma and Grandpa there?” Denise looked sadly at her parents and daughter. “I guess I did miss out,” she said softly.

“I know this picture,” Tavian said looking at a photo of his parents. “We have it in a frame at home.” Dabnis smiled, “Yep,” he said, “You’re right. That’s me and your mom…and there’s Olivia, our little flower girl.” Olivia smiled a bit embarrassed, “I was an adorable kid.” Everybody laughed. “Look at this one,” Talia said laughing. She looked at her parents. “Mom and Dad look okay, but why is Aunt Rudy wearing that ugly purple dress?” She kept laughing, and Vanessa interrupted her. “It’s not an ugly dress,” she said annoyed, causing everyone to laugh. “Besides…it’s lavender, not purple, and Aunt Rudy was my maid of honor. I made her wear it.” Talia shook her head, “You were mean,” she said seriously. “That dress was hideous. You better hope Aunt Rudy doesn’t use her wedding to get even with you.” Denise laughed at her niece’s comment.

“Why don’t you go get your wedding album,” Russell suggested to his son. “It’s been years since I’ve seen that.” Anna smiled, “I bet the kids would love to see pictures of their grandparents’ wedding.” Cliff smiled, “Well…I suppose,” he said and he went up to get the album. When he returned, everyone went through the wedding album, smiling, laughing, and commenting on the clothes and how young everyone looked. “I guess your right,” Anissa said to her family, “Weddings are a big deal!”
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I'll post more as soon as I can!!!

[BonniesLilCutiePie]

Yay! You posted! Now do it again! :lol:

[FactsofLifeRulz]

Hey Facts Fan, great job! I really enjoy reading this. I started reading this around 3:10 A.M and Now it is 4:55 A.M and I have been reading that whole time. :lol:

One thing, I think it should have some humor in it. I mean the Cosby Show always had laughs. I am probably going to read a few more chapters then stop for tonight and catch some Zs.

(I am on Chapter 34, I hope Rudy chooses Kenny! And that Venessa goes back to school!!)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by FactsofLifeRulz
Hey Facts Fan, great job! I really enjoy reading this. I started reading this around 3:10 A.M and Now it is 4:55 A.M and I have been reading that whole time. :lol:

One thing, I think it should have some humor in it. I mean the Cosby Show always had laughs. I am probably going to read a few more chapters then stop for tonight and catch some Zs.

(I am on Chapter 34, I hope Rudy chooses Kenny! And that Venessa goes back to school!!)

Thanks for reading and responding. I'm glad you like it. As for the humor...I do my best, but I'm not great at writing funny things. I know The Cosby Show was funny...but I'm no Bill Cosby, LOL!:lol:

Anyway, Thanks for reading. I'll post more later!

[FactsofLifeRulz]

I can't wait to read the ending! :D

[Jballon19]

Did yall notice that the Cosby show Reunion started by Factsfan, the one that we all have been apart of has the highest replies post.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Sorry guys...I haven't forgotten about this fanfic. I went back to work this week and I have been very busy, staying until 7:00pm most nights. The kids come back to school Monday, so I have to go tomorrow and finish up. I'll try to find time to write tonight...but if I don't I promise to post more on Sunday. Thanks for reading!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
I am sorry, but I will be gone until Monday visitng relatives in
Tennessee. I hope you will not forget this great supporter!

I could never forget you!!! You have been a very loyal reader and supporter of my work. Thanks!!!;)

Here is some more for you to read when you get back. Have fun with your family!!!
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Chapter 56
Rudy and Kenny walked in as everyone had finished looking at the photos. “Hey, what’s going on?” Rudy asked. Clair smiled, “We were just reliving some great family weddings.” “Still talking about weddings, huh?” Kenny asked laughing. Rudy and I made some plans for ours.”

“Really?” Clair asked curiously. “What plans did you make?” Rudy sat down. “Well,” she said, “I was thinking about bridesmaids.” Everyone stared wonderingly. Rudy smiled. “Olivia, we haven’t always gotten along, but I feel close to you. Would you consider being a bridesmaid?” Olivia was surprised by the suggestion, but she was pleased as well. “Wow, Rudy…yes.” She hugged her step-aunt.

“Well…that leaves my matron of honor,” Rudy said turning towards Vanessa. “Oh no,” Vanessa said teasingly. “Oh yes,” Rudy said. “I was your maid of honor…I wore that ugly dress…you owe me!” Vanessa laughed, “It wasn’t ugly,” she said. “Okay,” Rudy said, “but you can guarantee yours will be just as unique.” She laughed. Vanessa smiled, “Okay Rudy…I’d love to be your matron of honor. You’re my baby sister…I’d be honored.”

“See Rudy,” Kenny said, “Your family wouldn’t turn you down.” He shook his head and turned to everyone. “My brother said he couldn’t be my best man…on account of he is boycotting all weddings in light of his recent divorce.” Julia looked sadly at Kenny, “That’s too bad,” she said sweetly. Kenny smiled, “It’s really okay,” he replied, “You don’t know my brother. It would be better without him. Anyway, I am going to call my old friend Peter and ask him.”

“Peter who used to live across the street?” Sondra asked. Kenny nodded. “I haven’t heard from him in years,” Denise added. Kenny nodded, “We’ve kept in touch.” He turned to look at Theo. “And I was thinking you could be a groomsman…you know to walk Olivia down the aisle…okay?”

“I hate being in a wedding,” Theo replied. Julia smiled, “You would look so handsome in the tuxedo.” She kissed him on the cheek. “I can’t resist a man in formal attire.” Theo grinned embarrassed. Kenny laughed, “He’ll do it,” he said turning to his fiancée.

“Well it sounds like the plans are coming together, “Russell said cheerfully. Anna shook her head, “Russell,” she said, “Picking attendants is not enough. We still need a date, time, dress, flowers, food, guest list, invitation…” Russell looked overwhelmed. “Well,” he said, “I guess this young couple better get busy.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here's more!!! Sorry it is taking me so long to post. I'm so busy, but I'm trying to make time for the story. If I don't get a chance to post more before, I'll definately post this weekend.
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Chapter 57
“We’re really going to need to get going,” Martin said to everyone. Denise looked at Rudy. “Yeah,” she said, “We have a long drive ahead…and Anissa has school tomorrow.” She hugged her sister. “Call if you need any help with the wedding plans though,” she said. “I’d love to help.” Rudy smiled at her older sister. “Thanks Denise,” she said. She looked at Olivia, “I’ll pick out the bridesmaid dresses and get your size and everything.” Olivia hugged her step-aunt. “I can’t wait,” she said. She turned to Vanessa and smirked, “She better not pick lavender,” she said teasingly.

Olivia and Anissa went upstairs to grab their bags. Denise hugged her brother and sisters. Then she came to her parents. “Thanks for all your help with Olivia,” she said. Cliff and Clair both nodded and hugged their daughter. “I’m going to miss you,” Clair said wiping away some tears. “At least it won’t be very long this time,” Denise said encouragingly, “We’ll be back for Rudy and Kenny’s wedding.” After several more hugs and good-byes, the Kendalls made there way to their car and headed for home.

“You know, we need to get going too,” Dabnis said, knowing Vanessa would not be ready to leave her family. Vanessa nodded sadly. “I’ll go get the bags while you say good-bye,” Dabnis said as he headed upstairs. Vanessa hugged her parents good-bye. She turned to Rudy. “We have to get together to plan,” she said. Rudy smiled, “I know,” she said, “and we don’t have much time. Why don’t I come and visit you next weekend? I haven’t done that in awhile, and we could get a lot done.” Vanessa nodded, “Sounds good,” she replied.

Dabnis came downstairs with the bags. They had to drive home in separate cars because they had not come together. Tavian decided to ride with his father and Talia sat next to her mother. As they took off, Vanessa was sad to leave her family, but she was looking forward to Rudy’s visit next weekend.

Rudy and Kenny decided to go visit some of his family and Sondra and Elvin needed to get home as well. With everyone else leaving, Theo decided to take Julia home. “Well,” Russell said as his grandchildren left, “It was nice to see everyone again. I guess we’d better head for home too.” He hugged his son and daughter –in-law. Anna added, “I bet you’re ready to get your house back,” she kissed them both.

Cliff and Clair stood alone in their house. Clair turned to her husband, “It is so quiet,” she said. “Yeah,” Cliff replied, “I never thought silence could be such a sad sound.” He put his arms around his wife, and the two of them stared at the empty house. They felt some relief, knowing that soon it would be full again in celebration of their daughter’s wedding!

[#1 Yankee Fan]

:happyface

I'm new to the page. The story is great.Hope you post more soon.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by Peggy
:happyface

I'm new to the page. The story is great.Hope you post more soon.

Welcome to the page Peggy. Thanks for the compliment. I'm glad you like my story. It is nice to have a new reader!!!

Sorry I haven't posted before now. I'm finally getting back into the swing of things at work...so I should be able to write and post more now.:) I hope no one has given up on reading this story...I will finish it!!!
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Chapter 58
The following Friday night, Rudy pulled up in front of her sister’s house. The lights were shining through the windows and the porch light was on, but all was still and quiet. She walked up the sidewalk and knocked on the front door. She heard footsteps, and soon Dabnis opened up the door. “Rudy,” he said, “Come on in. We’ve been waiting on you. Vanessa thought you’d be here earlier. She’s been worried sick.” “I know…” Rudy began, but she was interrupted as Vanessa walked in from the kitchen. “What took you so long?” she asked her younger sister. “You could have called or something.” Rudy looked apologetic, “I’m sorry…I had a flat tire. I tried to change it, but there was a problem with the jack. Finally some people stopped and helped me.”

“You should have called us,” Dabnis said. “I would have come to help you.” Rudy nodded, “I know,” she said, “but my cell phone was dead.” Vanessa hugged her sister, “Sounds like you’ve had quite a day,” she said sympathetically. “Why don’t you just sit down and relax.” Rudy sat down, and remembered that her parents had given this couch to Dabnis and Vanessa as a wedding gift. It was nine years old, the blue color was faded to almost gray and the arms were worn from use.

Rudy looked around the room and noticed that almost everything was exactly the same as it had always been…the same beige carpet with a few new stains, probably from drinks the kids had spilled; the same wooden end tables with scratched surfaces; the same blue flowered arm chair. In fact, the only things that looked new were some recent pictures of Talia and Tavian hanging on the walls. She had visited them a few months earlier, and hadn’t noticed. Now, with her own wedding approaching, she found herself analyzing everything about other people’s marriages…even down to the furniture in their living rooms.

“What are you staring at?” Vanessa asked her sister. Rudy smiled, not wanting to say that she was just noticing how much her sister and brother-in-law could use new furnishings or maybe an interior decorator. “Oh,” she said softly, “I was just imagining where Kenny and I will be a decade from now.” Vanessa smiled, “That sounds nice,” she said. “Where do you think you and Kenny will be years from now?” Rudy looked at Dabnis and Vanessa. They were sitting together in the blue flowered armchair, snuggled close. They didn’t seem to notice how shabby their furniture looked, or if they did notice, they didn’t care. Rudy smiled, “I don’t know,” she said, “But wherever we are…I know we’ll be happy to be together.”

Chapter 59
The next morning, Rudy awoke to the sound of her niece and nephew arguing in the next room. Then she heard Vanessa telling them to be quiet. She figured she might as well get up. She walked into the hallway where the argument continued. “Look,” Vanessa said to her children, “You woke up Aunt Rudy.” Rudy smiled, “It’s okay,” she yawned, “I needed to get up anyway.” The two children continued to fight until Vanessa called them down for breakfast.

When Rudy came downstairs, everyone was in the kitchen. She sat down at the table and poured a bowl of cereal for herself. “Sorry we woke you up,” Talia said between bites. “Yeah,” Tavian agreed. Rudy laughed, “You know,” she said, “Your mom and I fought all the time when we were kids. Once Grandpa even made us move to the basement because of it.” Talia laughed, but Tavian’s eyes widened. “Grandpa wouldn’t do that,” Talia replied. “Yes he would…and he did,” Vanessa said as she sat at the table. Dabnis laughed, “You are kidding. Right?” Vanessa and Rudy shook their heads in unison. “Wow,” Tavian said, “Grandpa must have been really mean back then.” “He was just trying to teach us a lesson,” Vanessa replied. She looked threateningly at the children, “I hope you two won’t have to learn that same lesson.” Talia smiled, “don’t worry Mom,” she said, “Tavian and I won’t fight around Grandpa.” Rudy and Dabnis both laughed.

“Well I need to get going,” Dabnis said as he kissed his wife. He looked at Rudy, “Can you believe she talked me into taking these two little darlings with me to work today?” “I can’t wait,” Tavian said. “It is so much fun at Dad’s work.” Vanessa kissed her children good-bye and reminded them to behave themselves as they walked out the door. Then she turned to her sister, “So are you ready to get this wedding put together?”

Rudy smiled, “Absolutely,” she said. “Where do we start?” Vanessa smiled, “Well…I found a bridal shop in Philadelphia that has the exact dress from that magazine. What do you say we drive there, and you can try it on and get some alterations done?” Rudy looked shocked. “What?” she asked her sister, “How did you find that dress?” She had tears in her eyes. Vanessa smiled, “I found it on the internet,” she said. “And they only had one left even close to your size, so I had them hold it for us. But we’d better get going.” As they walked out the door Rudy turned to her sister, “Thanks Vanessa,” she said. Vanessa smiled, “Hey, I would never let my sister get married without her dream wedding gown.”
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I'll post more as soon as I can! I hope everyone is still interested.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is a little more for you before I head off to church this morning...Enjoy!!!
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Chapter 60
“I’m going in to work for a while,” Clair said to her husband as they sat in the kitchen sipping coffee. Cliff looked up at his wife. “Why?” he asked, “I thought you weren’t going to work on Saturdays anymore.” Clair smiled at her husband. She knew he had been bored sitting around the house since his retirement, and he liked it when they could stay home together. “I know,” She said sympathetically, “But I have a client who could only meet today. I won’t be long.” Cliff nodded in understanding.

“So, how much wedding planning do you think Vanessa and Rudy have done?” Clair asked her husband. Cliff shook his head, “I don’t know,” he said. “Knowing them, probably none. They’re probably arguing over everything.” Clair laughed, “Cliff,” she replied, “They aren’t like that anymore. They get along.” Cliff smiled, “I know…it’s just hard to imagine those two getting along when I remember how they used to be.”

“I wish I was there to help them,” Clair said sadly. Cliff looked at his wife. He didn’t know she had wanted to help and he felt for her. “Why didn’t you go then?” he asked sympathetically. Clair smiled, “I don’t know,” she said. “I just felt like Rudy and Vanessa needed this time together…you know? They haven’t had much of a chance to spend time together, and I think they both miss it.” Cliff smiled and kissed his wife. “You are a wonderful mother,” he said softly. Clair smiled, “I know,” she said jokingly.

Clair stood up and walked towards the door. “I’ll see you later,” she said as she opened the door. Then she turned to her husband. “Oh Cliff,” she said, “While you’re home today, pack a bag. We’re going to Vanessa’s tomorrow…to help them finish up the wedding plans.” Cliff laughed, “Are they expecting us?” he asked through his laughter. Clair smiled, “Of course,” she said, “Rudy called and asked me last night.” Cliff continued to laugh, “What happened to ‘the two of them need to spend time together?’” he teased. Clair smiled, “They have all day for that…then I get to help. You didn’t think I would miss out on planning my baby girl’s wedding?” Cliff walked to the door and kissed his wife. Clair smiled as she headed out the door.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 61
Sondra came downstairs. Nelson was taking a package of frozen waffles out of the freezer and Winnie was pouring some juice. “What are you still doing here?” Nelson asked as he saw his mother enter the room. “I thought you’d be at work today.” Winnie nodded in agreement. Sondra smiled and sat down at the table. “I don’t have to work on Saturdays,” she said to her children. “Yeah,” Winnie said, “But you usually do anyway.” Sondra looked serious. “Well, maybe I’ve been doing that too much lately. I thought I’d stay home today and spend some time with my children.”

“Okay,” Nelson said as he put the waffles in the toaster. “Is Dad staying home too?” Sondra shook her head. “No,” she said softly, “He had to work. He left an hour ago. But the three of us can still have a good time. What would you like to do today?” Nelson shrugged, “I just planned to get started on my summer reading.” Winnie interrupted her brother, “All you ever do is read.” She turned to her mother, “I want to go shopping.” Nelson smirked at his sister, “All you ever want to do is shop.”

“Alright you two,” Sondra said trying to stop a full blown argument, “I do need to go to the mall today. I need to find a wedding present for Rudy and Kenny.” Winnie smiled content that she was going to get her own way. “I need a new dress for the wedding,” she said. Sondra nodded, “What about you Nelson…you could probably use a new suit?” Nelson shrugged, “I guess,” he said, “But while we’re there, can we go to that new book store? I’d like to check it out.” Sondra nodded happily. Both of her children were going to enjoy their day with their mother. She would see to that.

After they finished breakfast, the Tibideaux clan headed out the door. “Can we stop for lunch after we shop,” Winnie asked her mother. “I suppose,” Sondra replied. Nelson smiled at his mother. “You should take Saturday off more often Mom,” he said. “I had forgotten how much fun you can be.” As much as it hurt to hear him say it, Sondra knew her son was right. She hadn’t done anything with the kids in a long time. She was going to make up for it. She wanted her children to know they meant everything to her.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
61 chapters! WHOA! You have really been working on this one-
please don't let anything stop you! I hope you don't get angry
with me, but I would like to see a story based on the dream
about Rudy's murder trial. But, if you don't have time, I won't
push you. Just be sure to get this one finished!

Why would I be angry with you??? I know you want me to write the other fanfic...in fact I would like to write it. I was thinking about it last night and came up with some ideas.

I do have get through this one first, and I know it is taking forever. I tried to add a lot this weekend. If you promise to keep reading...I promise to keep writing until its done. Then I will start the other one(but I'm warning you...it will take me forever to finish as well.) I'm so slow with my fanfics.:( Sorry!!!

[#1 Yankee Fan]

Great story. Keep it coming.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 62
Theo awoke to the sound of knocking at his door. He looked at the clock. It was after 9:00, but it was the first day of summer vacation, so he had expected to sleep late. He wondered who could be at the door. Throwing on his clothes, he went to the door and looked through the peephole. He saw Julia standing there. She was smiling, and he smiled at the sight of her. They had really grown close after the last few weeks. He opened the door.

“What are you doing here so early on the first day of vacation?” Theo asked as he kissed her. Julia smiled, “I just couldn’t stay away.” She smiled and walked inside. “I thought maybe we could go to breakfast or something.” Theo nodded, “We could eat breakfast here,” he said kissing her passionately on the lips. The couple sat on the couch and continued to kiss, but were soon interrupted by the ringing telephone. Theo laughed a bit annoyed by the interruption and went to the bedroom to answer the phone.

When he returned a few minutes later, he looked apologetic. “I’m sorry,” he said to Julia. “I forgot I promised to go with Kenny to get our tuxedos for the wedding. That was Kenny just now. He said he’d meet me in about an hour.” Julia looked into Theo’s eyes and smiled. “It’s okay,” she said, “This wedding is important. You have to put it first.” She leaned over and pressed her lips against his. “Besides,” she said after finishing the kiss, “I can’t wait to see you in that tux.”

Chapter 63
Olivia was reading a book when Denise knocked on her door. She looked up from the novel just long enough to shout, “Come in.” Denise walked in and sat on Olivia’s bed. “Anissa and I are going to a movie this afternoon,” Denise said smiling at her stepdaughter. “Do you want to come?” Olivia put her book down and looked at Denise. “I’m trying to finish this book before summer school starts,” she said. “It was on the reading list for my literature class.”

Denise smiled happily. It was nice to see Olivia buckle down for once. She had not had any behavior problems since they returned from New York, and now she seemed to really be trying to prepare for summer school. “You could take a break and come with us,” Denise said encouragingly. “It would be a lot of fun.” Olivia thought about it, “Maybe,” she said as she picked the book back up, “But I need to finish a few more chapters.”

Denise nodded and headed for the door. Then she stopped and turned to her stepdaughter. “Olivia,” she said. Olivia looked up questioningly from her book. Denise smiled, “I’m proud of you,” she said. “You have been working so hard to turn things around. I just wanted you to know that your dad and I have noticed…and we are very proud of you. We both love you a lot.”

Olivia looked pleased with the compliment. “Thanks Denise,” she said. “I am trying…and I love you too.” Then she went back to reading her book.

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Sorry it wasn't much! I'm having trouble finding time to write. I'll try to post more later tonight...or tomorrow.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 64
“So?” Rudy asked as she walked out of the bridal shop’s dressing room. Vanessa looked up and looked in awe of her younger sister. “You look beautiful,” she said sincerely. Rudy smiled and looked in the mirror. “Are you sure?” she asked. “Maybe I should get something fancier. This one doesn’t have any lace or anything.” Vanessa stood next to her sister and admired the floor length white gown. It was form fitting and sleeveless, and looked like it was made for Rudy specifically. “It is perfect, Vanessa said smiling. “It doesn’t need lace…it is exactly the one you wanted.”

Rudy took a deep breath and looked in the mirror again. She couldn’t believe she was standing in a bridal shop trying on a wedding gown. The whole experience seemed almost unreal to her. “You really think it’s perfect?” she asked her sister again. Vanessa laughed, “Of course,” she replied. Rudy smiled with content.

The sales lady walked over to the two women. “That is a lovely dress,” She said cheerfully to Rudy. “Which one would you like to try on next?” Rudy smiled, “I think I’ll take this one,” she said. “It is the one I want.” The sales lady couldn’t believe her ears. No one ever tried on just one dress. “We have a lot of other wedding gowns you might like,” she suggested, but Rudy shook her head. “I want this one,” she said. The sales lady nodded, “Okay,” she said.

As they left the bridal shop, Rudy and Vanessa were both quiet. Finally Rudy turned to her sister, “Thanks,” she said, “For finding my dress.” Vanessa looked down, “You wanted that dress,” she said, “You couldn’t get married without it.” Rudy smiled, “I still appreciate it,” she said softly. Then she turned a little more serious, “Vanessa?” she asked, “Why did you decide to help me plan this entire wedding? I mean, you didn’t have to.”

Vanessa smiled at her younger sister. “You needed the help,” she said. “Besides, I was afraid that if I didn’t volunteer to help you…you and Kenny would stick to your original plan to get married at the courthouse. I couldn’t let you do that. You deserve your dream wedding.” Rudy looked seriously at her sister. “I’m sorry you didn’t get your dream wedding…the one with the twelve bridesmaids, the orchestra, and the lace gown. You deserved your dream wedding too.” Vanessa smiled at her sister and wiped a tear from her eye, “Thanks,” she said, “But I had my family…and I was marrying a man who loved me, and who I loved. That was more important than bridesmaids and wedding gowns.”

Rudy hugged her sister. “Well, thanks for helping to make my dream come true,” she said. “Maybe I won’t even make you wear an ugly purple dress.” Both sisters laughed as they headed to the car.

[ZeldaGilroy]

I just wanted to let you all know that since I have a long weekend, I am going to TRY to finish this story before I go back to work on Tuesday. TRY!!!

I hope people are still reading. No one has posted in a while.:( j/k

Anyway, I'll post later.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

The story is great. Keep writing. I can't wait to read more of it.
:)

[letsgoreyes]

ahhhhhh this is great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I NEED MORE!!!!!!!!lol i love this story!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here's some more for you guys. Thanks for replying. And thanks for reading thegamebsc...it's nice to have a new reader!!!
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Chapter 65
“I like this one,” Rudy said as she and Vanessa looked through the racks of bridesmaid dresses. “I don’t,” Vanessa said looking at the magenta gown covered in sequins. “I think we’re out of luck.” Rudy shrugged, “You’re the one who told me about this discount bridal shop…I could have been just as happy spending Mom and Dad’s money at the expensive boutique.” She laughed and Vanessa knew she was teasing. Rudy and Kenny had both decided to try to keep the wedding small and inexpensive. Even though her parents would have paid more, Rudy believed the cost wasn’t important. Her own dress had been expensive, but she planned to be frugal when it came to everything else.

“I really hope we don’t have to go back to that boutique,” Vanessa said seriously. “That sales lady was so shocked when you took the first dress you tried on. If we came back, she’d be sure you had changed your mind. She wouldn’t leave us alone.” Rudy laughed and nodded, continuing to look through the dresses. “Hey, what about this?” she smirked, holding up a lavender dress with a huge bow. Vanessa laughed, “Oh…Olivia would never forgive us for that.” Both sisters were laughing so hard they began to notice other customers staring at them.

“Can I help you find something?” A sales lady came up to them. She reminded them of the lady at the boutique and they looked at each other and smiled. “We’re shopping for a matron of honor and bridesmaid dress,” Rudy replied. The woman smiled, “How nice…and when is the special day.” Vanessa answered, “Three weeks…from today.” The sales lady looked surprised, “My,” she said, “You’re cutting it pretty close…aren’t you. I’ll see what I can do.” The woman sounded frustrated and Rudy looked at her sister and wanted to laugh again. Vanessa smiled, "I know I said we could plan everything in two weeks, but aren't you glad we decided on three?" “What are the wedding colors,” the woman asked. Rudy shrugged, “Well…there are none. We’re kind of going with whatever we find today.” “Okay…” the woman said.

“Now,” The sales lady began, “Which of you is the matron of honor, and which is the bridesmaid?” Vanessa answered, “Well, I’m the matron of honor,” she looked at her sister, “She’s the bride. The bridesmaid is our niece. She’s in Rhode Island.” The sales lady rolled her eyes, “Oh boy,” she said, “This will be work. Do you even know her size?” Rudy was frustrated with the woman’s attitude. “Yeah,” she said, “We do know her size…but I think we’ll handle this on our own. Go help some other customers…would you?” The woman looked insulted, but walked away.

“You are so rude,” Vanessa laughed. Rudy smiled, “Well…she deserved it.” The two continued to look through the dresses. “Do you even know your size?” Rudy asked her sister, imitating the sales lady’s sing-songy voice. Vanessa laughed out loud. “I found the perfect dress,” Rudy said seriously. She held up a soft pink gown. It was sleeveless and was similar in style to her wedding gown. “What do you think?” Rudy asked. Vanessa nodded, “No sequins…no big lavender bows…I think it’s the best one yet. I like it.”

They searched through the rack trying to find the dress in both sizes. It took a while, but finally they found both dresses. After paying for the dresses, they were again approached by the sales lady. “Oh…I see you found what you needed,” the woman said emotionless. Rudy smiled, “Yes,” she replied nicely, “And thank you so much for your help.” They walked out the door and burst into laughter. “She doesn’t know what to think of you,” Vanessa said out of breath. Rudy nodded, “I know,” she replied. Vanessa took a deep breath and turned to her sister. “I haven’t laughed this hard in ages,” she said. “Me either,” Rudy said honestly. Vanessa sighed, “I’m glad we decided to do this…I’ve missed having fun with you.”

[ZeldaGilroy]

Yippee!!! The boards are back up! I have been writing this weekend, but I haven't been able to post.

Sorry...I didn't get finished. I know I said I'd try and I did try, but it just didn't happen.:(

Here is what I wrote this weekend!!!
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Chapter 66
“Where have you been all day?” Elvin asked as his wife and children came through the door. “I’ve been home for about an hour.” Sondra sighed as she carried the shopping bags into the house. “We were at the mall,” she said. “All day.” Her tone indicated that she was frustrated by the shopping trip and Elvin wondered what had gone wrong. “Not the best trip to the mall…huh?” Elvin asked. Sondra rolled her eyes as she sat down.

“It would have been fine if Winnie hadn’t been so picky,” Nelson said as he started up the stairs with his new suit. He looked at his sister, “She ruined everything.” Winnie sat down near her mother and Elvin looked questioningly at her. “I didn’t do anything,” she said defensively. Sondra let out an aggravated sigh. “Okay,” Winnie replied, “Maybe I did take a while deciding which dress to buy. But I couldn’t get just anything…I have to look nice for Aunt Rudy’s wedding.” She took her dress and walked upstairs.

Elvin walked over and sat next to his wife. He put his arm around her and she leaned into him. He kissed her. “Sorry the day didn’t go like you planned,” he said sincerely. Sondra looked at him, “You wouldn’t believe it. Winnie tried on every dress in five stores, before deciding on the first one. Then, the mall was out of almost everything on Rudy and Kenny’s gift registry…and if it wasn’t sold out, someone had already bought it. I had to get them an ice cream maker…they’ll never use that. And finally, when it was time for lunch…our children had an actual fight over whether to eat Chinese or Mexican. Winnie slapped Nelson and then he refused to speak for the rest of the day.”

“Sounds like fun,” he replied sarcastically. Sondra shook her head, “I wanted to make this day special for them. Now I don’t ever want to think about it again.” Elvin laughed and kissed his wife. “So?” he asked, “Are you going back to work on Saturdays?” Sondra shook her head, “No,” she said, “They need me. We’re going to have fun together…if it kills us all.” They both laughed.

Chapter 67
Theo pulled up in front of Julia’s house. He walked to the door, but before he could ring the bell, Julia opened the door. “I’ve been waiting for you,” she said with a smile. “How did things go with Kenny?” Theo kissed his girlfriend. He walked into the house and the couple sat down. “It was interesting,” he said.

Julia looked questioningly. Theo continued. “Well, Kenny’s friend Peter is the best man. Well, he couldn’t come with us because he is living in Detroit…but he will be here for the wedding. Anyway, we had to go to a chain store…so Peter could go to the same store in Detroit.” He paused and continued with a chuckle, “Kenny had Peter on his cell phone. We were looking for plain black tuxedos…and these two couldn’t agree on anything. It took forever…but finally we all have matching tuxedoes. They’ll be ready next Friday.”

Julia laughed. “You poor thing,” she said teasingly. “It sounds like you had a tough day.” She leaned close to him the couple kissed. “I’m glad to be here with you,” Theo said honestly. He looked at her and sighed. “You know, I can’t believe Rudy and Kenny are getting married.” Julia was confused, “Why?” she asked. Theo leaned back on the couch and shook his head. “Rudy is my little sister. I just never thought of her as someone’s wife…especially Kenny’s.” he laughed a little. ‘Why?” Julia asked, “What’s wrong with Kenny?”

“Nothing’s wrong with Kenny,” Theo answered. “It’s just you don’t know these two like I do. They’ve been friends forever, but they fought all the time. I just never pictured them in love.” Julia smiled, “People change,” she replied. “It takes some people a long time to realize their true feelings for one another.” Theo nodded, “And some people fall in love right from the start,” he said looking into her eyes. “Yeah…some people do,” Julia said softly. The couple leaned into one another and kissed passionately.

Chapter 68
Olivia, Anissa and Denise walked into the house. “That movie was so funny,” Olivia said. “I’m glad you talked me into it.” Denise put her arm around her stepdaughter, “Well, I’m glad you decided to come,” she said. Martin walked into the kitchen and kissed his wife. “I’m glad you’re back,” he said, “How was the movie?” Anissa laughed, “It was so good…you should have come.” Martin kissed his daughter on the cheek, “Maybe next time,” he said.

“Well, I should get back to that book,” Olivia said heading toward her bedroom. “Oh, Olivia,” Martin stopped her, “Vanessa called. She said to tell you that she and Rudy went shopping for the wedding today, and they found the perfect dresses.” Olivia looked curiously at her father, “Did she say what my dress is like?” Martin nodded, “Uhm…she said something about lavender lace with a big bow at the waist. I think she mentioned glittery sequins.” Olivia looked disgusted, “WHAT?” she asked angrily. “Oh no,” she turned to Denise, “What is wrong with Vanessa? How could she pick something like that? That woman has no taste. I’m going to be humiliated in front of everyone.” Martin started laughing. “She said you’d react like that.” Olivia looked confused, “What?”

“She just told me to tell you that,” Martin said teasingly. “She said the dress is really a soft pink silk…very nice. She said you’d like it.” Olivia breathed a sigh of relief, but Denise and Anissa were laughing. Olivia turned to her stepmother, “Do you think I can trust her?” she asked, “Or will the dress end up being hideous?” Denise smiled, “Trust her,” she said. Martin hugged his daughter, “Besides,” he said, “My daughter would look beautiful in anything.”

Chapter 69
“Mommy,” Tavian shouted as he ran through the door, “I didn’t know if you would be home yet.” Tavian sat on his mother’s lap and Talia and Dabnis came in the front door. “I just got home a little while ago,” Vanessa said. “How was your day with Dad?” “Boring,” Talia replied. Vanessa laughed. “She’s not the maintenance type,” Dabnis said teasingly. “Well I had fun,” Tavian said happily. “Daddy let me help him a lot.”

“Where is Aunt Rudy?” Talia asked her mother. Vanessa smiled, “She is upstairs,” she said. “Did she get a wedding dress?” Talia asked excitedly. Vanessa nodded. “Oh, I can’t wait to see it.” She ran upstairs. Tavian ran up after her. Dabnis sat down in the chair. “Thanks for keeping them today,” Vanessa said to her husband. Dabnis laughed, “No problem,” he said, “But I doubt Talia will ever want to go to work with me again.” Vanessa laughed, “She was pretty bored, huh?” Dabnis nodded.

“So, did you and Rudy have fun today?” Dabnis asked. Vanessa smiled, “We had a lot of fun,” she replied. “I’d forgotten how much I like hanging out with her.” Vanessa yawned, and laid back on the couch, “I also forgot how tiring planning a wedding can be. Thank goodness Mom will be here tomorrow to help us. We only have a few weeks.” Talia and Tavian came down the stairs, “Aunt Rudy is going to model her wedding dress for us,” Talia said cheerfully.

Rudy walked down the stairs. “You look so pretty,” Tavian said. “Thanks sweetie,” Rudy said happily. “Wow,” Dabnis said at the sight of his sister-in-law. “Kenny will feel pretty lucky when he sees you in that dress.” “Do you think so?” Rudy asked. “I know so,” Dabnis replied. “I told you that dress was perfect,” Vanessa said to her sister. Rudy smiled happily, “I can’t believe all of this,” she said. “I’m really getting married.” “Yes you are,” Vanessa replied, ‘And you are going to be the most beautiful bride ever.”

“Hey Mom,” Talia asked, “Where’s your matron of honor dress?” Vanessa looked at her daughter, “Upstairs,” she answered. “Put it on,” Talia said quickly, “I want to see it. Did Aunt Rudy pick out something ugly to get even with you for making her wear that icky purple dress?” Talia laughed. “No,” Vanessa sighed, “It is a very nice dress. But I don’t feel like going up and putting it on now. I have to make dinner. Maybe later.”

“Come on Tal,” Rudy said. “I’ll go change and then I’ll show you your mom’s dress.” Talia and Tavian followed their aunt upstairs. Vanessa went into the kitchen to make dinner and Dabnis followed her. “Talia has wedding fever,” he laughed. Vanessa laughed, “I hate to think what that girl’s wedding will cost us someday.”

Chapter 70
“I can’t believe our baby is getting married,” Clair said as she and Cliff drove. They were headed to Vanessa’s house to finalize Rudy’s wedding plans. Cliff laughed, “You’ve said that about fifty times now,” he teased. Clair smiled, “Okay,” she said, “You’re right…but I still can’t believe it. It makes me feel so old. She’s my baby.” Cliff looked at his wife, “She’s my baby too you know,” he said turning a little sad. “And I can’t say I’m thrilled about giving her away.”

Clair suddenly realized that this wedding was going to be hard for Cliff. He and Rudy had always been close, and she was the youngest. He felt like he was losing his little girl. “At least we’re giving her to Kenny,” Clair said thoughtfully. “He is such a sweet young man. He turned out so much better than I expected…after all that chauvinist garbage his brother was always filling his head with…” Cliff laughed, “Yeah, you’re right. Kenny is okay.”

“I’m glad Rudy chose him,” Clair said softly. “I can’t believe she almost ended up with that overly possessive jerk…Terrell. What really scares me, is that I didn’t see through him. She dated him for almost a year, and I liked him. I couldn’t see through his phoniness.” Cliff nodded. It scared him to think about what Rudy’s life would have been like with a man like that. “I guess we’re lucky good old Kenny showed up when he did,” Cliff replied. He knew that although he couldn’t protect Rudy forever, Kenny would. The young man had proven that much to him. He had earned his respect.

“Rudy told me on the phone last night that she loves her wedding dress,” Clair said excitedly. “I can’t wait to see it. And Theo called and said the guys all have their tuxes picked out. Things are really coming together.” Cliff laughed, “A few seconds ago, you were near tears at the thought of this wedding…now you’re beaming with joy.” “I know,” Clair responded, “I am full of every emotion imaginable.” Cliff continued to stare at the road, but he nodded in agreement, “Me too,” he said.
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I have to go to work now. I'll post more later after I have time to write!

[#1 Yankee Fan]

Great Story. Keep it coming. Can't wait to read more of the wedding. What about her leaving for Paris?

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is a little more. Sorry it's not much!!!
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Chapter71
“They're here,” Talia shouted as she stared for her grandparents out the window. She rushed out the front door and met them at the car. A few moments later, Cliff and Clair entered the house with Talia. “You have to see Aunt Rudy’s dress,” Talia was filling them in on all the wedding preparations. “It is so pretty.”

“Mom…Dad,” Rudy said happily when she saw them. She hugged them and they sat in the living room with her. “So?” Clair asked curiously, “How are the plans coming along?” Rudy smiled and filled them in on all of their adventures shopping for wedding clothes. “I thought we would never find the right dresses for Olivia and Vanessa,” Rudy laughed, “But it worked out.” Clair smiled, “Well you’ll be happy to know that Theo told me the men all have their tuxes picked out.” Rudy smiled, “I know,’ she said, “Kenny called me last night.”

“Where is everybody else?” Cliff asked, noticing that Talia and Rudy were the only people to welcome them since their arrival. “They ran to the store,” Rudy replied. “They should be back soon.” Pretty soon they heard the back door open, and Vanessa, Dabnis, and Tavian appeared. Tavian ran to his grandfather. “There’s my little Heathcliff,” Cliff said proudly as he picked up the child.

“Well, now that everyone is here,” Clair began, “I am anxious to get started.” Rudy nodded in agreement. Clair brought out some sample books to share with everyone. “A friend of mine says she can do the flowers,” She said eagerly, “but on such short notice, she says you have to make your decision today so I can let her know tomorrow.” Rudy nodded and looked through the book. “These are nice,” Rudy said, “Or these.” She turned to her family. “What do you think?”

“I like these,” Cliff said, pointing to some yellow flowers. Rudy laughed, “I’m looking for pink and white,” she said with a chuckle. Cliff smirked, “Sorry,” he said, “I guess I can pay for this wedding…just not have an opinion about planning it.” Rudy hugged her father, “I didn’t mean that, Dad,” she said. “Of course you can have a say in it.”

Cliff laughed and kissed his daughter. “Actually,” he said, “I’d just as soon leave it all up to you.” He turned to his son-in-law. “Maybe the kids would like to go to the park or something?” He suggested to Dabnis. “Then the ladies could get to work.” Dabnis nodded, “Sounds like a good idea to me,” he replied. “Yes!” Tavian shouted, “ I want to go to the park with Grandpa and Daddy.”

“Can I stay here?” Talia asked. She was really excited about the wedding plans and didn’t want to miss out. “Sure,” Rudy smiled, “We can always use your help.” Talia was thrilled to be included. “You’re sure you don’t want to help?” Clair asked her husband. He bent down and kissed her, “I trust your judgment,” he said.

Cliff, Dabnis, and Tavian headed to the park. Before long the decision had been made about the flowers. Then they moved on to the wedding cake, which took a while longer, but Rudy finally made a decision. As they sat talking and laughing, Rudy suddenly felt more sad than happy. She realized that in a couple months, she and Kenny would be living in Paris. She didn’t know how long it would be before she would share such special moments with her family again.
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Thanks for reading!!!

[letsgoreyes]

this is still great!!!!!!!!!! i love this!!!!!!!!!:)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by thegamebsc
this is still great!!!!!!!!!! i love this!!!!!!!!!:)

I am glad you are liking this and still reading. I can't post tonight because I have had no time to write, but I will post more tomorrow.

How nice is it to have our own Cosby Show fanfic board???? Yippee!!!!!!!!!!!:)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Sorry I didn't post more before now. Oh well, no one has responded in a while anyway, so maybe no one noticed I haven't posted. Here's more if anyone is reading!!!
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Chapter 72
Rudy pulled up in front of her apartment. Although she had enjoyed her weekend at her sister’s house, she was ready to be home. They had completed all of the wedding plans, and Clair was going to make all of the final preparations when she got home. In three weeks, Rudy and Kenny would be married, but for now Rudy couldn’t think of anything but sleeping in her own bed.

She walked inside and without even flipping on the lights, walked straight to her bedroom. It was dark, and as she undressed all she could see was the shadow of the street lamp outside. She slid under the covers and closed her eyes. She was too tired to even think about the wedding, or the move to Paris. She just drifted off to sleep.

Just moments later, she was jerked awake by the ringing telephone. She opened her eyes and looked at the phone. Then she picked it up, “Hello,” she said groggily into the phone. Kenny’s voice sounded cheerful on the other end. “Hey,” he said, “I guess you made it home okay?” Rudy smiled at the sound of his voice, but yawned into the phone.

“Did I wake you up?” Kenny asked. Rudy replied, “Yeah,” she said, “but that’s okay. I like hearing your voice. Are you home?” Kenny answered, “Yes, I made it back this afternoon. How was the wedding planning?” Rudy filled him in on all of the details. “Sounds like you had a lot of fun.” He said. “Sorry I missed it.” Rudy agreed, “Yeah, it would have been better with you there. Too bad you had to get the tuxedoes and things. But I think you’ll like everything.” Kenny laughed, “I’m sure I will.”

“Kenny,” Rudy turned serious, “Have you thought much about Paris?” Kenny was confused. He and Rudy had talked about Paris. He knew how important the job was to her, and he had agreed to move there with her. Although he was scared about making such a big change, he looked forward to experiencing this adventure with Rudy. “What do you mean?” he asked. Rudy was silent for a moment, and then she spoke softly. “I don’t know if I want to go,’ she said. Kenny was surprised, “What do you mean?” he asked.

“I mean…it is so far away. I don’t know if I can stand being away from my family like that.” Rudy’s voice revealed her pain. “Is a job worth giving up the important people in my life?” Kenny wasn’t sure if Rudy was just nervous, or if she truly wanted to stay. He didn’t want to say anything to keep her from her true wish. “I don’t know,” he said. “I’ll do whatever you want. We can go…or we can stay. I don’t care, as long as we’re together.”

[#1 Yankee Fan]

I am still reading the story. Can't wait to see if they go to Paris or not. The story is still good.
patriot:patriot:

[letsgoreyes]

i'm still reading. This is still great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Thanks for writing:)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is a little more. Sorry it's not much, but I am really sick...this was all I felt up to writing. I'll try to post more soon. Maybe this weekend if I have time I can finish. I know this is dragging on...
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Chapter 73
Kenny hung up the phone. He and Rudy had not made a decision about Paris, but he had a feeling she really didn’t want to go. He had never been thrilled about the idea either, but he was willing for her. It was a fantastic opportunity for Rudy, and he hated to see her give it up. Still, he had enjoyed his past few days with the Huxtable clan, and looked forward to being a part of their family. He could see why Rudy would dread leaving.

He thought about calling her parents, to ask them what they thought. Should he insist that they go, or agree that they should stay? They would know what was best for Rudy, and that was all Kenny really wanted. But before he even picked up the phone, he stopped himself. If Rudy was going to be his wife, he couldn’t rely on the Huxtables to make important decisions for them. He and Rudy would have to figure out what was best for them.

Kenny’s roommate was out for the night, probably with some girl, so he had the apartment to himself. He turned on the TV and sat staring mindlessly at the screen. He couldn’t focus on a program because he was too busy thinking about the decision he had to make. Finally he decided to just go to bed.

He lay down in bed and thought about the life he and Rudy would have together…their wedding, their children, growing old in each other’s arms. He thought about their friendship, and how they had been destined to be together from the first moment she called him “Bud.” He laughed a little thinking about it.

He really felt like Rudy wanted to give up Paris, for a life with her family. He had always trusted his instincts when it came to Rudy, and he didn’t feel right keeping her form what she really wanted. He couldn’t force her to go to Paris, especially when he would rather stay as well. He thought that maybe he should agree with her, and not go to Paris. The thoughts of going and staying were bouncing in and out of his head as he fell asleep.

[ZeldaGilroy]

I forgot to thank all of you for replying...especially #1 Yankee Fan...it is nice to have someone new respond.

Thanks everybody for being loyal readers.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

Hope you don't forget us and keep writing. The story is great!!!
Can't wait to read more of it. Don't leave us hanging now.

We are all behind you 100 precent on the story!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!!



patriot:

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 74
The next three weeks flew by, and finally all the arrangements had been finalized and the big day was just two days away. All of the Huxtable women had gathered at the Huxtable home for Rudy’s bridal shower. “I can’t believe you are getting married,” Sondra said happily as she hugged her younger sister. Rudy smiled, “Sometimes I can’t believe it either,” she said nervously. Denise walked over to her and put her arm around her sister, “Don’t be nervous. You and Kenny belong together. It will be great.” Rudy smiled, thankful for the reassurance.

As everyone talked and ate, Rudy silently disappeared upstairs. She sat in her old room and thought about how things were going to change. It made her a little worried, but she was more excited than scared and she thought that was a good thing. She knew she and Kenny belonged together. Her thoughts were interrupted by a tap on the door. Rudy turned to see Olivia standing in the doorway.

“Hey…why are you hiding out up here?” Olivia asked. Rudy smiled, “I’m not hiding…just thinking.” Olivia sat next to her. “So?” she asked, “What are you thinking about?” Rudy laughed at her step-niece. “You are nosy…you know that?” Olivia grinned, “Well…I just want to make sure you’re not having second thoughts or something. I mean, after all I am a bridesmaid…you and Vanessa actually, to my surprise, picked a nice dress for me to wear…I want to have the chance to show it off.” She laughed and Rudy giggled too.

“I’m not having second thoughts,” she said softly, “Just thoughts.” Olivia smiled. “So?” she asked, “Whom are you going to throw your bouquet to?” Rudy thought about it, “Not you.” She said quickly. Olivia laughed. “Well…who?” “I think Julia would like you to throw it to her,” Vanessa’s voice echoed from the doorway. Rudy and Olivia turned to look at her. Rudy laughed, “I think you’re right,” she said.

Vanessa sat next to them, “I never thought I’d see the day, but I think Theo might like that too.” “Look at this,” Olivia said teasingly, “We have the whole wedding party up here while everyone else is downstairs having a good time.” Vanessa and Rudy laughed. “Well,” Rudy said happily, “Let’s join them.” The three of them shared a hug and walked down stairs.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

The story is great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can't wait to see how the wedding turns out. Keep writing.

GOD BLESS AMERICA.
:)

[Jballon19]

Keep up the good work facts fan. I just wanted you to know that i'm still here and that your doing a good job.


NBC will be showing a rerun of "The Cosby Show" a look back on Tuesday September 17, 2002.. Watch it.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 75
“Tomorrow’s the big day,” Cliff said as he lay down in bed next to his wife. Clair smiled, “Yes it is,” she replied, “Are we ready?” Cliff smiled and kissed her. “I don’t know,” he said. “Rudy and Kenny…It just seems so unbelievable.” Clair laughed, “I know,” she said, “but they are so happy.”

“It is just so hard,’ Cliff said sadly. “Rudy is our last daughter. I just can’t believe she’s getting married.” Clair hugged him. They had had this conversation several times over the past few weeks, but Cliff was still having difficulty adjusting. Clair smiled, ‘Why don’t you go talk to her?” she said thoughtfully. “You’ll feel better if you do.”

Cliff walked out of the bedroom and stared at Rudy’s door. He wanted to go in. He wanted to tell her how much he loved her, and how much he would miss her. But he was afraid…afraid of sounding foolish or overprotective. Finally, he knocked on the door. He heard Rudy’s voice respond with “come in,” and he gently pushed the door open.

Rudy was sitting at the desk looking at a book. Cliff sat next to her. “Hey Dad,” she said happily. “What’s up?” Cliff smiled, but he felt tears in his eyes. He tried to hold them back. He stared at her wedding gown hanging on the closet door. “I just wanted to come and see you,” he said. “I wanted to tell you how much I love you…and I am so proud of you.” He let his tears fall and Rudy’s eyes filled with teardrops as well. “I love you too,” she said.

Cliff nodded. “I know,” he said wiping a tear away. “I want you to know that I like Kenny a lot. No one is good enough for my daughter…but Kenny is close.” He hugged Rudy and she kissed him on the cheek. Cliff pulled away and looked at his little girl all grown up.

“I’m going to miss you,” he said. “When you get to Paris, I expect you to call every week.” Rudy shrugged, “Maybe I won’t have to call from Paris,” Rudy said. “I’m thinking of staying here…Kenny and I are talking about it.” Cliff was surprised, ‘Well,” he said, “Think about it long and hard before you decide. You’ve wanted this Paris job for awhile…don’t just give it up without some thought.” Rudy smiled and hugged him, “Okay Daddy,” she said. “Now you better get to bed…we have a big day tomorrow.” Cliff laughed at his daughter. He kissed her and went back to his room.

[letsgoreyes]

this is still great but i'm not gonna get to read it for a week because i'm going to Florida!!:wave:

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by thegamebsc
this is still great but i'm not gonna get to read it for a week because i'm going to Florida!!:wave:

Have fun in Florida! Wouldn't it be great if I was finished when you came back...we can all dream. LOL! Thanks for reading!

[#1 Yankee Fan]

This is realy great!!!!!!!!!!
Keep up the good work Facts Fan.
I enjoy reading it.
I'm Still here.

GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

I just watched the reunion special on NBC. I saw it in May, but I taped it this time. Now I have the adult Huxtable children fresh in my mind again. I hope that will help me with my writing. I'll try to write some tomorrow and post it. I've been really busy at work...plus I've been really sick for a couple of weeks. I'm going to get busy with this story...soon! Sorry it is taking so long!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
Don't give up now, girl!

I'm not...I'm just sloooooowwwww!:)
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Chapter 76
Rudy opened her eyes. She had been asleep for a few hours, but it had not been restful. She had dreamed about the wedding…and about things going wrong. She had dreamed about Paris. She knew she wouldn’t be able to go back to sleep anytime soon. She was too nervous.

She walked down the stairs. She stopped to stare at the wedding decorations in the living room. She was happy they had decided to have the wedding here…it looked beautiful. She felt special as she thought of all the years she played in this room, did her homework, watched TV…and now this was the place where she and Kenny would marry. She laughed as she remembered walking Kenny through the front door the first time…so many years ago, and introducing him to her parents as “Bud.”

She headed toward the kitchen, but stopped as she heard voices through the door. It was Denise and Vanessa. They were talking, but Rudy couldn’t make out what they were saying…their voices sounded muffled through the door. Rudy pushed the door open and walked into the kitchen.

Vanessa and Denise looked up from their conversation and saw their younger sister. “What are you doing down here?” Denise asked. “You should be sleeping. You don’t want to get married with puffy eyes.” Rudy laughed and sat down at the table. “I don’t think I’ll be sleeping until this whole thing is over.” Then she sighed, “Why are the two of you up?”

Vanessa yawned, “Because we haven’t had a chance to talk since the last time everyone was here. We’ve been catching up…and time got away from us.” She looked at her watch and realized it was after one o’clock. Rudy looked anxiously at her sisters, “This wedding has to get over with. I’m going crazy.”

“It will be over tomorrow,” Vanessa said encouragingly, “Today actually,” she said looking at her watch. Denise added, “And everything will come off without any problems. You’ll have worried yourself for nothing.” Rudy smiled, “Maybe,” she said, “But nothing is easing my nerves until it’s over. Why are weddings so stressful?”

“Because you make it stressful,” Denise teased. “When Martin asked me to marry him…I wasn’t nervous at all. And we were married a few days later. It’s better to get it over with fast…then you don’t have time to be nervous.” Rudy laughed, “I think Kenny and I planned this wedding pretty fast,” she looked at Vanessa, “with a lot of help of course.”

“Stop stressing,” Vanessa said standing up from the table, “And go to bed.” Rudy and Denise stood up to. They all went back upstairs. But as Rudy lay on her bed, her mind was full of thoughts about the wedding and her future. She wondered if Kenny were having those same thoughts…if he was scared; excited; or both. After a while, she finally drifted off to sleep.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

Don't give up now!!!!
Can't wait to read more about the wedding.
It is great.
:happyface :happyface

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 77
Kenny woke up. The sun was shining through the window. He sat up and looked outside. It was a beautiful day…his wedding day. He stood up and walked into the kitchen. He opened up the refrigerator and looked for something to eat. He was staying with Theo, since his own brother was still boycotting all weddings, and he wasn’t familiar with the place. He closed the refrigerator and opened up the cabinet. He took out some bread and peanut butter and made some toast. Then he sat at the table and began to eat.

Theo walked in yawning. “I see you found the food,” he said teasingly. Kenny laughed, “Well I can’t start off this big day on an empty stomach.” Theo grabbed a box of cereal and poured a bowl. Then he sat at the table and began to eat. “So, how are you holding up?” he asked his future brother-in-law. Kenny smiled, “I’m fine,” he said. “I can’t wait to marry Rudy. I’ve been waiting years for this.”

Theo looked seriously at Kenny. “Can I ask you something?” he asked. Kenny nodded. Theo continued, “When Rudy told you she was going to marry Terrell…did you really plan to split them up?” Kenny stopped eating and stared at Theo. Then he spoke honestly, “I only wanted what was best for Rudy. I never intended to split them up…but I won’t lie and say I wasn’t happy about it. I knew he was wrong for her, but if she really had loved him, I would have supported her decision. I’m just glad she realized that she loves me…because she means the world to me and it would kill me to lose her.”

Theo nodded, “I know what you mean,” he said. He began to think about Julia. He had never met anyone like her…anyone who he felt such a connection with. Although they had only been together for a short time, he couldn’t imagine life without her. Kenny smiled, “You know what I mean, huh?” he teased. “You and Julia are getting pretty close?” Theo nodded, “Yeah, I guess we are.”

“So how long before we have to get to the house?” Theo asked changing the subject. “We have time,” Kenny said. “Rudy wants time to get ready before I show up…she doesn’t want me to see her before the wedding and if I get there too early, she’ll be stuck upstairs all day.” Theo laughed, “I wonder how Rudy’s holding up under the pressure of this wedding?” Kenny finished his toast and put the plate in the sink. “Knowing Rudy…she’s probably worried everything will not come off just perfect,” he laughed. “But she’s crazy to worry. As long as we get married…it will be perfect.”

[samanddiane4eva]

I've been reading your story for about a month or so but I've kept quiet. I like it and keep on going!

Amanda

[rserafin]

i've also been reading your story for quiet a while and haven't said anything. i really love your story.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Samanddiane4eva and rserafin...I am so glad you two decided to respond. I didn't know I had any other readers. I am glad you like the story. Here is some more...
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Chapter78
Rudy was sitting on the bed when she heard a knock on the door. She turned to see her mother coming through the door. “How are you doing?” Clair asked her daughter softly. Rudy smiled, “Okay…just anxious.” Clair sat next to her daughter. “That is understandable,” she said. “But everything will be just fine…trust me.”

Rudy smiled, “I do trust you,” she said, “and I know everything will be great today. I just can’t help but worry about it.” Clair laughed. “You know, when your father and I got married, I was a nervous wreck the entire morning…but when the time arrived to walk down that isle, everyone else disappeared and I only saw him standing there, waiting for me. I felt so loved. It was beautiful. That is what I remember most about that day…and I still feel that love every time I look at your father.”

Rudy smiled, “That is really sweet Mom,” she said. “I hope Kenny and I will still love each other this much years from now.” Clair took her daughter’s hand in hers, “When you have been together for years…and gone through everything together…you’ll be surprised at how much that love actually grows.” Rudy looked at her mother. Her parents were the most loving couple she knew. She felt lucky to have them as an example of what marriage should be…what hers could be.

She reached out and hugged her mother tightly. “Thanks Mom,” she said softly. “You and Dad have always been the best parents. I feel lucky to be your daughter. If Kenny and I have a marriage anything like yours…I know we will be happy.” Clair felt tears welling up in her eyes. She wiped them away and saw that Rudy was crying as well. The two just sat there, not crying tears of joy, loss, or sadness…but crying tears of change. They knew life wouldn’t be the same…but as scary as that was, it was also exciting…promising.

Clair wiped her tears and smiled. She kissed her daughter. “I am going to go get ready…then I’ll come back to help you.” Rudy sniffled, “I need to do my make-up in a little while,” she said, “I need to stop crying.” They both laughed. Clair headed to the door, “I’ll send one of the kids in with my tear-proof mascara,” she replied. Rudy nodded with a smile.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

This is great!!!!!!!
I Love this story. Can't wait to read how the wedding turns out.
Keep up the good work, Facts Fan. You are doing a great job.

Hope you put in the story if they go to Paris or not at some point
of the story.

I enjoy reading this story.
I Love watching the reruns of The Cosby Show.

It's nice to see other people are reading your story beside me and post replys too.:wave: :wave: :wave: :wave:

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by #1 Yankee Fan
This is great!!!!!!!
I Love this story. Can't wait to read how the wedding turns out.
Keep up the good work, Facts Fan. You are doing a great job.[QUOTE]

I am glad you like it! Thanks!!!!

Hope you put in the story if they go to Paris or not at some point
of the story.[QUOTE]

I will put that in...I promise. I'm just trying to decide if they should go or not. LOL!

I enjoy reading this story.
I Love watching the reruns of The Cosby Show.[QUOTE]

I'm glad you like reading this...I love writing it! I love having the power to control character's lives and make them turn out how I want...I NEED POWER!

I love to watch Cosby Show reruns too!!! I watch it everyday!

It's nice to see other people are reading your story beside me and post replys too.:wave: :wave: :wave: :wave:

I agree...although I am happy you are still reading!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 79
“Aunt Rudy…can I come in?” Talia asked peeking her head through the door. Rudy looked up from her make-up mirror. “Sure,” she replied. “How do I look?” Talia smiled, “You look pretty,” she said. “I like your hair.” She handed Rudy some mascara, ‘Grandma told me to give this to you,” she said.

Rudy took the mascara, “Thanks,” she said. “Where’s your mom?” Talia sat down next to her aunt. “Mom’s in the other room. She’s been working on her hair for about an hour. It looks pretty though…all pulled up with pearl hair clips. Olivia is in there too.” Rudy nodded. “Will you ask your mom to come in here when she’s done?”

Talia nodded and headed to the door. Rudy reached for the mascara and started to put it on. In a few minutes, Vanessa opened the door. “Tal said you wanted me,” she said walking through the door. Rudy smiled, “Yeah,” she said. ‘I just wanted your opinion. Which of these lipsticks do you think I should wear?” Vanessa laughed, “That is what you wanted?” Rudy nodded and spoke sarcastically, “Yes…you are my matron of honor. You’re supposed to help me with these things.”

Vanessa stopped laughing. She knew Rudy was nervous…and the lipstick was just a way of expressing her anxiety. “Well,” Vanessa began, “Which one do you like?” Rudy’s hands were shaking as she looked through her make-up. Vanessa put her hand on Rudy’s to steady it. “Stop,” she said softly. Rudy looked at her sister confused. Vanessa continued, “Lipstick choice is not going to have any effect on this day,” she said. “Just pick your favorite.”

Rudy laughed nervously. “I know you’re right,” she said exhaling deeply. “Sorry I pulled you in here.” She picked up a lipstick and began to apply it. Vanessa looked lovingly at her sister, “No problem,’ she said. ‘I think I’ll just hang out in here a while…in case you need anything else. I mean…I am the matron of honor. That’s my job.”

“You look really nice,” Vanessa said admiring her sister’s hair and make-up. Rudy looked unsure, “You think so?” she asked. Vanessa nodded. Rudy looked at her sister, “I don’t know about my hair,” she said. Vanessa smiled, “Your hair looks nice like that…really.”

“I like yours,” Rudy said looking at her sister. “Your hair is so much higher than mine…do you think I’ll look too short? Maybe I should pull mine up?” Vanessa shook her head, “Rudy…I’m a lot taller than you. I’ll look taller even if you pull your hair up. Besides…your hair is really nice like that. It hangs down and frames your face, and the diamond clips on the sides sparkle beautifully. Don’t change your hair.” Vanessa knew Rudy was still unsure. “What if I take my hair down?” Vanessa asked, “Then I won’t look so much taller.”

Rudy smiled and shook her head, “No,” she said, “Your hair is really nice…and Talia told me you spent an hour on it. Don’t take it down just because I’m being silly.” Vanessa began to pull the pearl clips out of her hair. “It’s your wedding…you can be as silly as you want. I don’t know what I was thinking wearing my hair like this anyway…standing between you and Olivia I’d look like a giant up there.” Rudy laughed, “Thanks for changing your hair for me.’ Vanessa smiled, “Well…there’s another reason too. With my hair up…and the high heels, I’d have to avoid my husband all day. Dabnis hates it when I’m taller than he is.” The two sisters laughed as Vanessa began to re-style her hair.
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There you go! We're getting closer to the actual wedding!!! FINALLY! ;)

[letsgoreyes]

I need more! Great story keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)

[#1 Yankee Fan]

I also need more.
Can't wait to read how the wedding turns out.
Your doing a great job. Keep it up.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

:cheers:

[#1 Yankee Fan]

I hope you don't forget about us. I need to find out how the wedding turns out. please post more.

You are doing a great job.
:wave: :wave: :wave: :wave:

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by #1 Yankee Fan
I hope you don't forget about us. I need to find out how the wedding turns out. please post more.

You are doing a great job.
:wave: :wave: :wave: :wave:

I apologize...I haven't forgotten. I've been thinking all week that I needed to add more, but I just haven't found any extra time to write. I am going to post right now. Please forgive me for being a procrastinator.:(
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Chapter 80
Olivia looked up as her stepmother entered the room. “How do I look?” she asked eagerly. Denise smiled. She was so proud of Olivia…the young woman she had become. She was happy they were finally growing closer again. “You look beautiful,” she said. “I can’t believe how grown up you are.”

Olivia smiled and sat down on the bed. “I can’t believe it either,” she said softly. “ I remember playing up here with my dolls. Now I am standing here fixing my hair and make-up.” Denise sat next to her, “Time goes by quickly.” She replied. “Too quickly sometimes.” She put her arm around her stepdaughter.

“Do you think I’ll ever get married?” Olivia asked seriously. Denise looked at her and smiled. She nodded, “Of course,” she said. “Just not any time soon.” Olivia laughed, “I’m not planning on it anytime soon,’ she replied, “But someday I’d like to get married…maybe here in this house.” Denise looked at her, “Really?” she asked. Olivia nodded.

“This house is special to me,” she said softly. “There has always been so much love here.” Denise nodded in agreement, “You are right about that,” she said. As they continued to talk, Anissa walked into the room. She sat next to her mother, and looked at her older sister.

“Olivia,” she said, “You look gorgeous.” Olivia smiled, “Thanks,” she said. “You look nice too.” Anissa smiled happily. She loved her new dress that her mother had bought her for the wedding, and although she wasn’t a part of the ceremony like Olivia, she wanted to be noticed. “Grandma said I look very grown up,” Anissa said proudly. Olivia laughed.

“Like I said,” Denise began, “Time goes by much too quickly.” She looked at her daughters and wondered where the time had gone. She remembered bringing Anissa home from the hospital wrapped in her tiny pink blanket. She remembered teaching Olivia to read and tie her shoes. Although she was proud of them, it made her a little sad to think that they wouldn’t need her to take care of them forever. She thought of her own mother, and wondered what she must feel like with all of her children grown and gone. Denise stood up from the bed. “Where are you going?” Anissa asked curiously. Denise smiled. “I’m going to talk to grandma for a while,” she said.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Since I didn't post for soooooo long, I wrote some more. Here you go...
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Chapter 81
Denise ran into Sondra in the hallway. “When did you get here?” she asked her older sister. Sondra laughed, ‘Just now. I came up to see if any of the bridal party needed help getting ready.” Denise looked at her sister, “Well,” she began, “Olivia is ready. You should see her. She is so beautiful.” Sondra smiled, “Does it make you feel old to see her like that?” Denise laughed, “How did you know?” she asked. Sondra smiled slightly, “You should see Winnie…then you’d understand.” Denise laughed, “When did these kids grow up?” Sondra shook her head, “They are not grown up yet…they’re just growing up.”

“They’ll be grown before we know it,” Denise said quickly. Sondra nodded in agreement. ‘So where were you headed to?” she asked Denise. Denise laughed, “ I felt a sudden urge to go talk to Mom.” She laughed again, “I know it sounds silly, but I want her to know that we haven’t forgotten about her…that we still need her.” Sondra nodded, ‘She knows we need her…and that we love her.” Denise agreed, “I’ll talk to her later,” she said softly.

The two women headed to Rudy’s room. They knocked softly and Rudy said “Come in.” They walked in and stared in awe of their youngest sister. Although her dress was still on the hanger, Rudy looked absolutely beautiful. Her hair and makeup were perfect. And she looked so happy and her joyousness made her look even more breathtaking. “Oh Rudy,” Sondra said, “You look great. I can’t wait to see you in the dress.”

Rudy smiled, “Thanks,” she said. “I’m waiting a while to put the dress on. I don’t want it to wrinkle.” Vanessa smiled at her sister, “See,” she said, “I told you…you look perfect.” Denise laughed, “Kenny won’t know what hit him when you come down the stairs.” Rudy stood there with her sisters and felt like she might cry. “You have all helped me so much,” she said softly. “I grew up with three older sisters…and I want you to know that the person I am now…is a little piece of all of you. I looked up to you.”

She turned to Sondra, “Sondra…you taught me to be a woman of character and justice. To believe in myself and not to depend on anyone else for my own happiness. If it wasn’t for that…I might have let Terrell push me into marrying him. Thank you for teaching me better.”

Rudy turned her eyes to Denise, “You showed me it is okay to be an individual. Denise…you are more of a free spirit that I am, but by watching you, I learned to be myself…to be different if I needed or wanted to be. I am a better person for that.”

Then she looked toward Vanessa, “We have always been the closest…I guess because we were stuck together for so long,” she laughed slightly and continued, “Vanessa, you taught me to be strong and to find my own way, no matter what life may bring. Thank you for that.”

Rudy stared at her sisters through her tears. Although they were a blur, she could tell they were crying as well. “I love you all,” she said gently. ‘We love you too,” they replied in unison as they hugged. Rudy wiped her tears and laughed, “Thank goodness Mom gave me her tear-proof mascara.”

[letsgoreyes]

Can't wait for the wedding. This is stil great!!!! :)

[#1 Yankee Fan]

I also can't wait for the wedding. Keep writing your doing a great job.

The story is so good!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:happyface :happyface

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 82
Theo pulled up in front of Julia's house. Kenny was sitting next to him, and both of them were dressed in their tuxedoes. Theo started to get out of the car, but as he opened the door, Julia came out of the house. He smiled when he saw her. She looked beautiful. Her dress was black with a red rose pattern and she was wearing her hair down. She opened the back door and sat in the seat. “I thought you’d never get here,” she said looking at her watch. “You don’t want to be late.”

Theo laughed, “We have time,” he said. Julia shrugged, “I thought you still had to pick up the best man?” Kenny looked back at Theo’s girlfriend and had to laugh at her nervousness. ‘We do,” he said, “But we’re going right past Peter’s hotel and he’ll be ready.”

Theo drove off and headed to the hotel. Julia talked most of the way. She couldn’t wait to see Rudy in her wedding gown and she wanted to see the flowers. She talked about the cake and the decorations and the minister. It was obvious that she was excited about weddings in general…not just this one. Kenny laughed and turned to the backseat; “So when are you going to get this guy to pop the question?” he asked glancing at Theo. Julia was embarrassed and stopped talking. Theo glared briefly at Kenny, and then turned his eyes back to the road.

They pulled up in front of the hotel. A tall man in a tuxedo was standing in front, but he didn’t seem to notice them. “Is that Peter?” Theo asked. He hadn’t seen Peter in years and barely recognized him. The man turned toward the car and Theo recognized Peter’s cherubic face, a bit surprised to see it on a grown man. Kenny stuck his head out the window, “Pete,” he yelled. Peter headed for the car.

He opened the door and slid into the seat next to Julia. He didn’t speak a word, but smiled at everyone. “Pete,” Kenny began, “This is Julia…and you remember Theo.” Peter nodded. Theo smiled, “Great to see you again,” he said. He shook his head and smiled, “Some things never change.”

[letsgoreyes]

The weddings getting near!!!!:)

[Jballon19]

You finally brought Peter and now what about that call from cousin Pam?

[#1 Yankee Fan]

Wedding is getting near. That is great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Can't wait to read about the wedding.

Do not leave us hanging on the story.

God Bless America.!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:happyface :happyface

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 83
Theo parked his car. Everyone headed to the house. As they opened the door, the room was filled with flowers. It was beautiful. Clair rushed to the door. “Oh,” she said hugging Theo and then Kenny, “Don’t you look handsome.” She kissed Kenny on the cheek, “Rudy is getting ready upstairs. She is so beautiful.” Kenny smiled and nodded, “I don’t doubt that,” he said.

Clair saw Peter standing in the doorway and smiled at him. “Peter,” she said. “I haven’t seen you in so long. It is so great that you could make it. I know it means a lot to Rudy and Kenny. How have you been?” Peter smiled shyly, “I’m doing fine,” he said softly. “I’m glad I could make it too.”

Cliff came into the living room, and the group began to talk some more. They talked about Rudy and Kenny’s honeymoon plans. They were going to Hawaii for a week. Peter spoke briefly about his own visit to Hawaii a few months earlier. As the small talk continued, Julia excused herself to go upstairs. She wanted to see Rudy.

She walked up the stairs and knocked on the bedroom door. She heard a “come in” but couldn’t distinguish which of Theo’s sisters had said it. She pushed the door open and peeked in. “Hey…we made it. The groom is downstairs.” Rudy smiled, “Come on in,” she said, “and thanks for getting Kenny here is one piece.” She laughed a little. “So is Peter here too?”

Julia nodded. Then she laughed, “You know…that man is not much of a talker. He didn’t say two words all the way from the hotel. And downstairs just now, everyone is chatting and he says maybe one sentence every few minutes.” Everyone laughed, “That’s Peter all right,” Rudy said. “He doesn’t have much to say, but he is very sweet. He’s one of my oldest friends.” Julia nodded, “He does seem very nice…just shy.”

“Well, I guess we should be getting downstairs,” Denise said looking at Sondra. Sondra nodded, “You're right…the guests will be getting here soon.” “When you get down there,” Vanessa asked, “would you send Tavian up here?” She turned to Julia. “He’s the ring boy…but we decided not to put his suit on him until the very last second.” Julia laughed. ‘I’ll find him,” Denise said. She hugged Rudy and wished her luck. Then she and Sondra headed downstairs.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

The wedding is almost here now. Keep it coming

God Bless America.
:happyface :happyface :happyface :happyface

[#1 Yankee Fan]

I hope you don't forget about us. I need to find out how the wedding turns out, and if they are going to Paris or not. Don't leave us hanging on the story.

Please post more. I need more.
I hope I am not the only one still reading your story.

Hope everthing is o.k. with you.

You are doing a great job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Keep it up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

God Bless America.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Sorry guys!!! I know I haven't posted in a while. You have all been very patient. I have been so busy with work, and then my dog died last week. My four year old was very upset, and we've been dealing with that all week. Plus my mother has been visiting and she just went home today. I don't know if I can get much written tonight, but I'll try to write a little and post it. Thanks for waiting!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 84

“Well, I’ll get downstairs too,” Julia said heading toward the door. “You look great Rudy…Kenny will be speechless when he sees you in that dress.” Rudy smiled, “Thanks Julia,” she said. Then she smirked, “I bet you’d look great in a wedding gown if my brother would ever get up the nerve to pop the question.” Julia looked embarrassed and forced a laugh, “Well…we’ll have to wait on that,” she said softly as she left the room.

“Why did you say that to her?” Olivia asked smiling. “You embarrassed her.” Rudy shrugged, “I don’t know…I just think we all know where she and Theo are headed…and its time they admitted it.” Vanessa shook her head, “This family,” she said, “Weddings, weddings, weddings. That’s all anyone can think about.” Olivia looked at Vanessa, “I thought you were over your wedding bitterness?”

Vanessa laughed, “I am,” she said, “but that doesn’t mean I think you should rush people into getting married. They haven’t been together very long. They have time.” Rudy nodded, “I know,” she said, “I was just pushing them in the right direction.”

Clair opened the door and came in with Tavian. “Here is the ring boy,” she said smiling. Vanessa began to get her son ready for his march down the aisle. “Rudy,” Clair said happily, “It is almost time. A lot of the guests are here.” Rudy took a deep breath and smiled. “I am so nervous…not about marrying Kenny…just about the actual wedding.” Clair laughed, “It will be perfect…you’ll see.” She pulled her daughter close and kissed her on the forehead.

Clair smiled, “Your dad’s on his way up here…he’s ready to walk you down the aisle. Your grandparents are here. Your brother and sisters…your friends. It will be a special day.” Rudy grinned, “I know,” she said softly. “Oh,” Clair said anxiously, “I forgot to tell you…Cousin Pam called. She won’t be able to make it on time.” “What?” Rudy asked upset by the news, “Why?”

Clair smiled softly, “She had an emergency at the hospital…she said she was sorry, but she hoped you’d understand.” Rudy nodded. Olivia smiled, “Did you ever think Pam would become a doctor? I know I didn’t…and now she’s missing your wedding because of it. Things sure have changed.” Rudy nodded, “Yep…things have changed alright.”
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There you go...I know it wasn't much, but I'll try to post more tomorrow.

gbscott1954--I do plan to work on that other story when I have time. It just may be a while. Sorry!:(

[#1 Yankee Fan]

I agree you do not have to apologize. I also understand.

[letsgoreyes]

AHHHHHHHHHH the weddings near!!!!!!!!!!!This is still great!!!!!!!:)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Chapter 85
Cliff knocked on the door. He pushed it open and smiled as he saw his youngest daughter standing before him in her wedding gown. A little girl peered around from behind him. “You look pretty Rudy,” the girl said sweetly. Rudy smiled. “Thanks…so do you.” The girl was wearing a flower girl’s dress and had a ring of pink flowers around her dark curls. “Everybody,” Rudy said, “this is Mariah…Kenny’s niece.”

“Her dad dropped her off a second ago, and it’s almost time for the wedding to start” Cliff replied, “So I figured I’d bring her right up.” Rudy nodded, “Did he stay?” she asked hopefully. She knew how much Kenny wanted his brother to be there for the wedding. Cliff shook his head, “No,” he said, “He left.” Rudy nodded in understanding.

She put her hand on the little girl’s shoulder and led her over to where Tavian was standing, “Mariah…this is Tavian. You two will walk down the aisle together.” She smiled at the two children realizing how sweet they looked together. “I was hoping the two of you could practice at rehearsal last night…but since Mariah couldn’t make it and Tavian fell asleep, I guess we’ll have to wing it.” The kids looked confused, but nodded.

“My daddy said I couldn’t come,” Mariah said innocently. “I had to cry to get him to let me come today.” Olivia looked sadly at the girl, “Why?” she asked. The girl shrugged, “My daddy says weddings change people. He said Rudy is going to make Uncle Kenny move away to Paris and we won’t see him anymore…so Daddy won’t come. He said he can’t stand to lose his brother to a woman.”

Everyone stared at the little girl. Rudy didn’t know what to say. She knew Kenny’s brother was against marriage…but she thought it was because of his three failed ones. She didn’t know that he was afraid of losing Kenny. “I won’t take your Uncle Kenny away,” Rudy said softly. She smiled at the little girl, “I promise.”

Music began to play downstairs. After quick hugs and wishes of luck, everyone lined up to walk down the stairs. “This is it,” Cliff said holding back his tears. He took Rudy’s arm in his. “I love you,” he said, “don’t ever forget that.” Rudy smiled, and tried to hold back her tears, “I’ll never forget…I promise,” she whispered.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

The wedding is here.
That is great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

God Bless America!!!!
:happyface :happyface :happyface :happyface

[happydaysfan]

hey is this fic evre going to be finsihed?? I just found this webiste and spent the last hour reading all 15 pages of this fic
i'd love ot read the end :)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by happydaysfan
hey is this fic evre going to be finsihed?? I just found this webiste and spent the last hour reading all 15 pages of this fic
i'd love ot read the end :)

Wow...a new reader after all this time! Welcome, happydaysfan!!! Yes, this fanfic will be finished. I am just really busy and I don't have a lot of time to write. I probably should have written the whole thing before I posted it...but I have used ideas from some of the readers, so I like doing it this way. Thanks to everyone for being so patient! I am posting the wedding right now...and then I plan to post the reception(just to tie up loose ends from the story.) It should be done in a few more posts.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Here is the wedding!!!:clap:

Chapter 86
Olivia led the march down the stairs, followed by Vanessa; then Tavian and Mariah. Everyone smiled at the two children as Mariah dropped flowers and Tavian nervously marched on ahead. Finally, the wedding march began to play. Cliff and Rudy appeared at the top of the stairs. They slowly walked down the steps and down the aisle to the front of the living room. Rudy looked straight ahead, and smiled at Kenny who was staring at his bride.

When they reached the front, Cliff put Rudy’s hand in Kenny’s and kissed his daughter on the cheek. “I love you,” he said. He walked to his seat next to Clair and took her hand in his. The two watched teary-eyed as their last daughter married her true love.

The minister smiled at the young couple, and after a few words about the honor and sanctity of marriage, he performed the ceremony. Rudy and Kenny had decided to write their own vows. Rudy looked into Kenny’s eyes, and felt tears well up in hers. “I love you,’ she said softly. “I could never put into words what you mean to me. No one has ever made me feel as special as you do…and I only hope that as your wife, I will make you feel as special.” She stopped briefly, and then continued, “I love you Kenny. I will cherish every moment we spend together. We’ve been friends for years, and we will be husband and wife forever. I will never forget the past we’ve shared, and I look forward to what the future brings.”

Cliff looked at Clair sitting next to him. She was sobbing softly. He rubbed her hand gently and she put her head on his shoulder. They both new that Rudy had found the right man…someone special. Martin put his arm around his wife as Denise smiled. She was so happy for her sister. Sondra and Elvin leaned closer together. They had been through a lot, but they remembered what it felt like to be the bride and groom standing before everyone and pledging their love. They still loved each other as they did on their wedding day.

Kenny nervously cleared his throat. “Rudy…I’ll probably never be able to prove to you how much you mean to me, but I promise from this day forward I’ll do everything I can to try. I have loved you for years…and settled for friendship. But I know now how important that friendship was...and is. It is who we are, and we will always have that. I have never been as happy as I am when I am with you.” He smiled slightly, “Even when we were kids, and you’d call me Bud…I knew we had something special.” Everyone laughed. Kenny continued, “I promise to respect you, love you, and live my life for you. You are a blessing from God…my friend, my confidant, and now…my wife.”

Theo looked out at the guests. He saw Julia sitting in the third row. He hadn’t known her as long as Rudy had known Kenny, but he knew he felt the same way about her. She made his life complete, and standing there watching his little sister get married, he realized for the first time that he could not go on without Julia. He needed her…always. Vanessa smiled as Tavian held up the ring pillow and the rings were removed. Then she looked out and saw Dabnis and Talia sitting together. She winked at her husband and he winked back. It didn’t seem so long ago that they were standing in this very room, exchanging their own wedding vows, and for the first time in a long time, Vanessa was happy with the choice she had made back then.

Kenny and Rudy put rings on each other’s fingers. Then the minister smiled at Kenny and said, “You may kiss the bride.” They kissed as the guests clapped.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

:cheers:
The story turned out great.
The wedding turned out really good.

I'm glad you have another reader.

God Bless America:wave: :wave: :wave: :wave:

[~Teddybear~]

Hey! Love the story. I think you should publish it!!!!!!!!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Okay...here is the end of the story...FINALLY!!!

Thanks everyone for being so patient and so nice in your comments. I have really enjoyed writing this...I hope you enjoyed reading it!
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Chapter 87
The reception was small, just family and a few friends. Rudy and Kenny barely had a moment alone together as everyone continued to come up and congratulated them. “I want some time alone with my bride you know,” Kenny said softly as he looked around the room. Rudy nodded, “Yeah,” she said, “I know.” He kissed her gently. “I think its time for us to get going,” he laughed a little. Rudy smiled, “Let me tell everyone good-bye.” Kenny nodded.

Rudy walked to the front of the room. She cleared her throat and addressed the crowd, “Excuse me,” she said loud enough to cause all attention to turn to her; “Kenny and I just want to thank everyone for coming and sharing this special day with us. We are going to be leaving for our honeymoon,” she paused as everyone applauded teasingly. Rudy laughed, “But before we go…we want to let everyone know that we have altered our plans a little.” Everyone stood quietly, waiting for an explanation.

“As most of you know, Kenny and I are going to Hawaii tomorrow for our honeymoon, then we were planning to return to New York for a few days and head off to Paris. Well, we’ve decided that Paris isn’t for us…it’s too far away from everything, and everyone we love. We want to stay here in New York.”

Everyone seemed surprised, but happy with the couple’s decision. Everyone saw them off as they went out to the car and headed for their hotel. Cliff smiled at his wife, “Do you think they will want to stay here when they get back from Hawaii?” he asked teasingly, “You know they don’t have anywhere else to stay in New York.” Clair laughed, “I told you this house wouldn’t be empty for long.”

With the bride and groom gone, the rest of the guests decided to head for home. Everyone hugged good-bye, and promised to get together soon. “Maybe we could get together to plan the next Huxtable wedding,” Theo said smiling. Everyone looked questioningly at him. He laughed and held Julia close to him, “Julia and I are getting married,” He said happily. There were shouts of congratulations from his sisters, Clair was crying tears of joy, and Cliff smiled as he realized his son had finally found the woman he wanted to be with.

After the initial shock of Theo’s announcement, everyone agreed that they needed to get home. Martin, Denise, Olivia, and Anissa had a long drive ahead of them. Sondra, Elvin, Winnie, and Nelson headed for home so Elvin could get some sleep and make it the hospital on time in the morning. Vanessa and Dabnis wanted to get home and get the kids to bed on time. Theo and Julia were headed to her mother’s house to share their happy news.

The house was empty…and quiet. “It’s just us…again,” Clair said as she leaned next to her husband. ‘For now,” Cliff replied, “Do you think this house will ever be empty…for good?” Clair shook her head, “Never.” “We’ve raised five great kids Clair,” Cliff said softly. “They never cease to amaze me.” “I know,” Clair replied. ‘Vanessa told me that she picked her college classes and quit that job at the bank.” Cliff nodded. Clair continued, “Denise says Olivia is doing really well in Summer school…straight A’s so far. Oh, and Sondra decided to take some time off work to spend with Winnie and Nelson.” Cliff kissed his wife, “Why do they never tell me anything?” he asked jokingly. Clair laughed.

“Well, I am a lucky man,” Cliff said seriously. “I have great kids, perfect grandchildren, and best of all…the most wonderful wife in the world.” Clair led him towards the stairs, “You’re right,” she laughed, “You are lucky. And after the chaos of the last few days…it feels nice to be alone with such a lucky man.” Cliff laughed, “Enjoy it now,” he teased, “Rudy and Kenny will back from their honeymoon in a week.” Clair hit him playfully as they made their way upstairs.

THE END!!!

[Cheryl Harrell]

We really enjoyed this story! It was great! :)

[#1 Yankee Fan]

Thank you for such a great story.
I enjoyed reading it.


God Bless America:
:wave: :wave: :wave: :wave:

[Jballon19]

Thanks for bringing Peter in and the call from cousin Pam, I'm glad you made it to the end, and in the end it turnt out to be a wonderful story.

[letsgoreyes]

that was great!!!!!!! Thanks for taking your time writing this for us!!!:) :)

[Jballon19]

Probaly cause she finished the story and maybe no one else has stopped in to read it....Since me and you were one of the few from the beginning. Did you like the story?

[#1 Yankee Fan]

I liked the story. It was great I thought. I didn't have a computer for a while so I couldn't do anything. Now it is fix thank God.
I didn't think anyone was on this story anymore because she finished writing it. I hope she writes another story.


:candle: :cc:

[ZeldaGilroy]

I come here once in a while to see if anyone else has written a Cosby Show fanfic. I was surprised today to find I had an e-mail stating someone had replied to this story. I'm glad everyone liked it. I will be off work from Dec. 20-Jan. 2(Winter Break...Yippee!!!) I'll try to write another one then if I can find enough time. I don't want it to take months like this one. I know gbscott wants me to write one based on my very bizarre dream. I'll try!

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by FactsFan
I come here once in a while to see if anyone else has written a Cosby Show fanfic. I was surprised today to find I had an e-mail stating someone had replied to this story. I'm glad everyone liked it. I will be off work from Dec. 20-Jan. 2(Winter Break...Yippee!!!) I'll try to write another one then if I can find enough time. I don't want it to take months like this one. I know gbscott wants me to write one based on my very bizarre dream. I'll try!

Sorry everybody...I can't seem to get my newest fanfic written. I've started it, but then I just can't decide how to put it together or which directions I want to take the characters. I'm going to give up on it for now. I'll probably just decide all of the sudden what I want to write(it usually happens that way.) Then I'll write and post.

[#1 Yankee Fan]

I hope you write another fanfic. The Cosby Show Reunion you wrote was great. Maybe you need some help or suggesting
on getting it written or started with the characters.

I enjoyed the first one you wrote.

Happy New Year.:
:happyface :happyface :happyface :happyface

[Cheryl Harrell]

I agreee! They need to write another one as this one was so good. :)

[syoung]

:wave:
Hi! I just happened across this fanfic, and it's great! Extraordinarily well-written, true to character, just great! I'm only on Page 3 of this thread, but I had to go ahead and tell you how much I'm enjoying this story. You definitely have a knack for Cosby fanfic!
:seeya:

[mgsawyer]

:happyface
Great story!!!
Maybe you should copyright before you show too much.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954
Please consider starting this story for all the fans on this board!

You are right, I should get started on this story!!! I pretty much got caught up in other things and forgot about it. I have to come up with a good idea. I'll try to get psyched up to start writing. ;)

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by mgsawyer
:happyface
Great story!!!
Maybe you should copyright before you show too much.

I'm glad you like it. Thanks for the nice compliment.

[ZeldaGilroy]

Originally posted by gbscott1954


Are you still there, girl? What happened?

I'm still here...just haven't had time to start writing. I've been helping a friend of mine with a fanfic he started about another show, and I'm not that great at multi-tasking when it comes to writing. Plus, I have a lot of other things going on. I'll try to get started as soon as I can. Sorry it is taking me so long to get motivated.

[webwarr]

FactsFan:have you disappeared off the face of this earth?

[ZeldaGilroy]

I'm still on the face of the Earth...just not writing right now.

I'm not in the mood to write. I don't know why. I'm just busy with a lot of other things.

One of these days the mood will hit...I'll write all day...and then post it. It usually happens that way. I just don't know when that will happen!

Sorry!:(

[fullhouse13]

i gotta read that again

[fullhouse13]

ah, what the heck ill do it l8er

[evilNpunk]

That was a great story. Quite entertaining.
I just found it... wish I had found it earlier.

[Johnny be good!]

This was a great story. Write one about Theo and Julia next.

[ZeldaGilroy]

This was a great story. Write one about Theo and Julia next.
Wow! This story is seven years old so I was surprised to see it bumped to the top. Thanks so much for reading and complimenting it. I should try to write another one. I am working on some Facts of Life stories right now, but when I am done I will think about doing one for The Cosby Show again. Thanks again!