Aww.

Yay for fuzzies. But I guess that means the end is near?

Resuscitate me....me next! Please....

Blasted nurse! Shoo! They need a few minutes!

That interruption was just too funny. Lovely post.

:eek jaw drops: - She really DOES hear???

- Lovely fuzzies.

- Oh those interruptions!!!

Katinka

Well that sure is one way to ruin a mood..

I still can't believe you have Sue hearing. I'm wondering where you're going to take this story. It's fabulous!!

Awww that was really sweet. Now who is this annoying person who has interupted them!!!

The resusciatation sentence had me rolling with laughter! I guess it could be misconstrued... voracious kissing!

Fabulous post and I'll be waiting with anticipation for the next part!

Sairs

OK, I completely loved the warm fuzzies between Jack and Sue in that last post, but.......is Jack not totally flabbergasted about Sue being able to hear or has that not sunk in yet! I mean I would be too shocked and estatic to do anything!! Can't wait to see where you are going to take us from here!

lovely post!! Agent Hudson.....best behave yourself!!!!

Jill

“And keep your hands to yourself”, the new nurse added. “Both of you.” Jack gently lowered her down on the mattress, winking at her, as he noticed how flustered she became when she realised she unbuttoned his shirt completely. “This is an hospital, for goodness sake”, staring at both of them. “She is supposed to rest. Taking your blood pressure will be pointless at this moment”, rolling her eyes. “I will be back in twenty minutes …behave”, she warned them before leaving.

As soon as the nurse left, he cupped her head, his thumb brushing her cheeks.

“I love you, too, Jack”, she repeated, gazing tenderly at him, leaving him no doubt she also meant it.

“I know, you told me, remember?” she nodded, smiling. “You can really hear me?” still having trouble believing it.

“Yes, it's …amazing”, not totally believing it herself. “The nurse's voice wasn't that …” gaping in surprise as she glanced around, her previous thoughts about the nurse suddenly forgotten.

The flowers, the balloons, the stuffed animals, the gifts, all carrying the same message …that he loved her.

“Thank you, Jack”, wiping her tears. “They are so cute”, cuddling the Baby Bear that was within reach.

“You're welcome. I have something else”, taking the box and placing it on her lap. “Open it.”

“It's so soft”, brushing the flannel nightie against her cheek. It had three buttons in front and looked like it would reach her knees. It was pink with little cupids wearing only red sash and holding bows and arrows, and with red hearts floating between the cherubs. “It smells like vanilla”, burying her nose in it.

“That'd be my fabric softener”, he informed her. “I thought maybe you'd want to wear something a bit more cheerful.”

“Yes. Would you help me with it?” she daringly asked.

“With pleasure”, he replied huskily.

“Would you close the curtain around the bed”, watching mischievously as he quickly obeyed, giving them full privacy. “And step on the other side, please?"

That isn't the Sue I knew hehehheh I love her boldness

I sure didn't see that one coming hehehhe, and I sooooooooo wanna see Jack's face right now

hahahahaha. Go Sue!!

Such a sweet gift. Very thoughtful.

Stupid nurse. Funny, but stupid.

so sweet and romantic.

Sue seems fully recovered - able to get the better of Jack!

Very cute scene, Marlene.

Priceless!!!

Jill

the nurse has such good timing huh? But I wouldn't leave them in the room for twenty minutes! At the rate they're going a fire could breakout and spread like wildfire!

You had me goin' too! And then the other shoe dropped!

So they have twenty minutes ALONE to put on that nightie. (alone means no interruptions!!) He even used his own fabric softener!!

Once again....can we get more on the "I can Hear!!" aspect of this story! It's totally amazing!

Great parts, Marlo!

Sue can hear... Jack told Sue he loves her... Sue told Jack she loves him... lovely fuzzies

I can't wait to read more!!!


Restie

Jack uses vanilla scented fabric softener?....Awwww....so sweet!

A long post since I will be gone until late tonight

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“Not exactly what I had in mind”, he mumbled while waiting on the other side. He could hear fabric ruffling, fuelling his already overactive imagination.

“I heard that, Jack”, her musical voice coming from behind the curtains, making him laugh.

“You unbuttoned my shirt”, he reminded her a few minutes later, grinning. “It would only be fair that I get to return the favour …one way or …”

“Jack”, she called in panic. “My I.V. is stuck.”

“Don't move. I'm getting the nurse.”

The nurse wasn't particularly impressed by the change of wardrobe, reminding them there was a reason that hospital gowns were design the way they were. And it wasn't for aesthetic reason.

“Take the I.V. out”, Sue demanded decisively. “I'm fine. I don't need it.”

“Not without the doctor's order.” Jack gripped the curtain, ready to barge on the other side. That nurse was grating on his nerves. “The bag should slide through the sleeve. Hold it up”, she instructed to Sue, halting Jack's endeavour. “Good. Your arm now. All done.” Swiftly opening the curtain the nurse came face to face with Jack. “I'm going to get her something to eat, don't get her into anymore trouble”, pointing a finger at him.

“No ma'am”, almost saluting the severe nurse.

Sue was lying on her bed, fine lines of exhaustion on her face. “I never thought putting a nightie on could be tiring.”

“That's why you should have let me help you, instead of the dragon lady”, noticing the three little undone buttons. “I would have made it very enjoyable for both of us”, reaching for the lowest of the three.

“Too enjoyable, Jack”, blushing at the thought.

“Really?” his fingers tracing the V below her throat down to the swell of her breast and up again. “Is one button done enough?” he murmured huskily.

“Will she ground me for indecency?” his touch sending her senses in overdrive.

“Not even close”, smiling. “You know, that nurse is not totally wrong”, hating to break the spell, and siding with the dragon. Sue frowned. “You need rest. Your heart stopped twice. I should let you sleep, instead of kissing you senseless.”

“I'm not that tired”, she whispered seductively, her eyes riveted on his.

“Sue, if the nurse finds me in your bed passionately kissing you she will kick me out”, he pointed out.

“You …could lock the door.” He stared at her in astonishment. Was she still suffering from the effect of the concussion?

“Don't tempt me. I'm trying very hard to convince myself to be reasonable …and you're not helping, sweetheart”, leaning down for a light kiss, only to spiral out of control when his lips touched hers. He leisurely explored her mouth, giving the chance to catch up with him, which she was doing wonderfully. His hands behave very properly, staying over her nightie, while hers reached for his chest, the tip of her fingers caressing his skin through the narrow openings between the buttons of his shirt. He left feathery kisses along her jaw down her throat. Her hands encircled him, pressing him closer. He resisted the temptation of lying down with her, cradling her head against his shoulder instead. “I love you”, he whispered, his hand caressing her hair, soothing their feverish bodies. “You close your eyes, and take a little nap in my arms before your meal arrives”, making himself comfortable.

“Jack, what if …what if I cannot hear when I wake up?” worried at the prospect of losing it again.

“Well, then that special training school you're subjecting Levi to this week won't be a waste of money”, intending on lightening her serious mood. “Sue, either way, I am spending the rest of my life with you, starting now. What did the doctor say?”

“I haven't told him”, she admitted, somewhat embarrassed. He lifted her chin and gazed into her lovely eyes. “Jack, I was probed and poked so much, and the doctors could never explain why I suddenly stopped hearing. I'm guessing that somehow when I crashed into that trailer and hit my head …something happened”, cuddling closer to him. “I don't want any more tests”, sighing deeply.

“I understand, sweetheart. It will be okay.”

“Jack …could you take me for a ride?” she asked out of the blue, just as he could feel her relax in his arms.

“A ride?” arching his brow. “Now?”

“In a wheelchair. I would like to hear something …in case it's only temporary and I never get the chance again. Please?” begging him.

“Sure”, kissing her tenderly, unable to refuse her anything. “Let me see if I can find us some wheels and sneak you out from under the dragon's nose.”

Shortly after he was rolling her to the elevator, having avoided all the obstacles.

“Fourth floor”, she asked after checking the list on the elevator wall. She smiled at his stunned expression.

“Fourth floor, it is”, pressing the button, a smile appearing on his face as he leaned over her shoulder. “Matter of fact, I wouldn't mind practicing taking you there”, he whispered to her ear before kissing her neck.

Aww

And I have an idea of what might be on the fourth floor

sooo sweet...fourth floor 'ey...she wants to hear (and see) the babies in the nursery... isn't it...??

I believe Sue will still hear after her nap !!!

I would bet the fourth floor is maternity department or not?

Jack is so sweet!

Can't wait for more!!!


Restie

Marlo, I just caught up on your posts, and your story is amazing!!!

Sue can hear!!! Even if it isn't permanent, what a blessing to hear Jack's voice and now, I think with everyone else, they're heading for the nursery!!

Jack is so romantic!!! All the flowers, balloons, animals and the Valentine nightie!!! Be still my heart!!!

Joy

I love their playfulness and her honesty. Very well written.......And fourth floor? Bring on the babies!!!

Jill

Fourth floor, eh? I don't think Sue wants to go there to see the O.B.!

This story kinda reminds me of the long essay/short story called "Three days to See" by Hellen Keller.

Fourth floor, eh? I don't think Sue wants to go there to see the O.B.!

This story kinda reminds me of the long essay/short story called "Three days to See" by Hellen Keller.

Awe! What a great sound to hear!

I am so glad they talked about her suddenly hearing again, and what would happen if it would disappear again. This bothered me just a little, but now I am totally happy, mainly because of Jack's words.

And visiting the fourth floor....aww.....Marlo, this is so good: you haven't told us what is going on there, but we all know what it is! And Jack, behave!!! You can practice all you want after she's regained some strength!!! I wish every deaf parent would be able to hear their child's first cry, even if it were only for a little while.

So cute!!!

Maternity ward, eh?

This is great! I cannot wait till more! This is seriously amazing, and I cannot believe she can hear everyting! It's so crazy!

Lovely developments! I'm curious to find whats on the fourth floor, although I'm with the others, babies!

Sairs

I am so caught up in this story,
thanks,
Terie

Caught up, and aww. I nearly died from all the fuzzies.

Jack is a scoundrel.

This is so sweet !!!

I don't know how long you plan on keeping her hearing but I sure am enjoying it. I'm so happy she's getting to experience it.

Marlene!!! I see you posting down there!!!

Sue stared in fascination. It was feeding time and a few hungry infants were wailing for attention.

“I never heard a baby cry before, Jack. It's nothing like I imagined”, the sound travelling through the glass window. She felt his hands gently kneading her shoulders over her new nightie.

“Better or worse?” he asked, his curiosity aroused.

“Better …much better”, nodding contently. “Why are you laughing?” lifting her head towards him, very much liking the sound of his laughter.

“Because I'm actually hoping we'll have a quiet baby, sweetheart.”

“Not if he's anything like his daddy”, she quipped, chuckling quietly.

“Does that mean you would agree to have one of those?” he asked hopeful.

“More than one, Jack”, she replied softly, the longing in her eyes matching his. “So if you're not up to the task, you should tell me now”, her eyes shimmering devilishly. “Jack?” she yelped, as he turned the wheelchair around. “Where are we going?”

“You and I have some unfinished business to attend. I'm taking you back to bed.”

You gotta love a new baby's cry! Love how they are already talking about kids! And thanks for the little talk between Sue and Jack about her hearing. I hope it starts to rain outside......I know that's one of my favorite sounds! That, and of course...Music!!! What kind of music teacher would I be if I didn't say that! Come on Marlo! I feel a dance coming on. A real slow one!

I agree - rain is one of my favorite sounds. And music isn't half bad either - LOL (Well, some is downright awful - but we won't go there.)

Cooing is a much nicer sound!

Now Jack.........let's do it all in the right order!!!!

Jill

hehe yea.

I think they better go to the hospital chapel first....I don't think Jack will be able to handle the temptation of Sue very much longer....

baby cooing is wonderful...but hearing their sweet first words is downright precious...

Jack! BEHAVE!!!!

OR NOT ?

Can't wait for more!


Restie

You know, I think most hospitals have a chaple in them some where and where there's a chaple, there's usally a minister or father or chaplain....maybe he could make a pit stop before he gets her back to bed.

Marlo, wonderful posts...the sounds of crying babies is wonderful! I don't know why I have a feeling apprehension with this hearing ability...I remember your story 'Ghosts from the past' I think when Sue could hear for a day...and I just wonder is this all another dream of some kind...

or maybe I'm being paranoid again!

Jack, you better behave, although I think we and Sue would prefer you not!!!

I think hearing Jack's voice and a baby crying were two of the most wonderful sounds to hear!! If she loses her hearing right now, she will always have those memories!!!

Marlo, you're making me cry!!!

Joy