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December 24 Part 2
Riding back in the limo to Marie's Victorian home, for the reception, Jack and Sue barely came up for air. They arrived, seeing how beautifully decorated it was, both for Christmas and for their reception. It was hard to imagine someone going out of their way to the extent Marie had done.
"Marie, this is beautiful. I can't believe how well organized the reception is." Jack said. "It's so nice to have this amazing Victorian home for our reception, nice and cozy for a small reception, and yet very elegant." Sue added. "It's my pleasure, and it's not the first reception here. Most people say they enjoy the atmosphere." Marie smiled thankful to have the pleasure of giving, to a very special couple.
"Wait till ya taste the food mate, it's the best I've ever had." Bobby was pleased. "In that case, Sue let's get some food before Bobby finishes it off." "Who made all this food?" Sue asked. Rachel got Sue's attention and informed her that her sisters Nadine and Ann love to cook gourmet foods and this was their wedding gift to them. "I helped with the cake though." Rachel smiled.
"So here you are." Lucy said happy to find her friends. "This is a great reception and did you see the band?" Tara added. "It's quite remarkable Myles joined in. "And the food is something you would expect in, oh say a five star restaurant, not a home reception." "Remember, Nadine did go to the Culinary Institute." Jack added. "And it shows tonight."
"I understand the band was a surprise wedding gift from Alex." Bobby commented. "He offered his band, Alex, Alan, Luke, Caleb and Matthew. They play local for fun but they are quite good and always ready for a good time. Sometimes some of the girls join in, especially Rachel now that she is dating Luke." "Yes, I'm so pleased and I believe he just might be the one for Rachel." Marie looked very hopeful.
"They really are quite good. I'll have to put in a request for the song I want for my beautiful Bride." Jack smiled.
"Sue, you must be so excited about tonight." Tara winked at her. "Excited, this girl was jumping on the bed like a little girl, she was so excited this morning when she woke up." Lucy laughed.
"You have no idea. After living with Jack all this time and deciding to wait, I am way beyond ready. At least I won't be nervous." Sue smiled shyly.
"Is this a private party or can I join in and kiss the Bride?" Myles smiled and reached out giving Sue a hug and a kiss, not letting on to what he had just overheard.
"Tara, may I have the pleasure of this dance?" Myles held his hand out to Tara. "I'd love to." Tara smiled warmly at this romantic side of Myles. Hmm, I wasn't expecting this, but I like it, Tara thought to herself.
Everyone was dancing and having a wonderful time when Alex announced the next song, dedicated from Jack to Sue. "Sue, I know you can't hear the words so I will lipsing them to you straight from my heart to yours." Jack whispered to her as he took her in his arms, leaning back just enough for her to read him.
FROM THIS MOMENT ON written by Twain/Lange
(I do swear that I'll always be there. I'd give
anything and everything and I will always care.
Through weakness and strength, happiness and sorrow,
for better, for worse, I will love you
With every beat of my heart.)
From this moment life has begun
From this moment you are the one
Right beside you is where I belong
From this moment on
From this moment I have been blessed
I live only for your happiness
And for your love I'd give my last breath
From this moment on
I give my hand to you with all my heart
Can't wait to live my life with you can't wait to start
You and I will never be apart
My dreams came true because of you
From this moment as long as I live
I will love you, I promise you this
There is nothing I wouldn't give
From this moment on
You're the reason I believe in love
And you're the answer to my prayers from up above
All we need is just the two of us
My dreams came true because of you
From this moment as long as I live
I will love you, I promise you this
There is nothing I wouldn't give
From this moment
I will love you as long as I live
From this moment on.
"Jack, I love you. Can we leave?" Sue held Jack tight as tears ran down her cheeks." "I'm ready too Sue. I love you so much." Wiping her tears, he reminded her, "as quickly as we can, we need to cut the cake, after all the work the girls put into it. We can't let Bobby get away without giving us a toast. Although, it might not be a bad idea to try to escape that embarrassing moment." Jack laughed, hoping Bobby wouldn't be to cruel.
"Then you have to throw your bouquet and I get to go hunting for a delicate piece of silky lace." Jack winked at Sue. "After that I'll cry exhaustion from my wounds and we're out of here." Jack smiled hugging Sue close to him.
"OK, I think I can handle that. Jack, about that silky lace, behave yourself." Sue grinned. "Once we get to the hotel you won't have to behave any longer." Sue reached up and captured Jack's mouth in a passionate teasing kiss.
It was Bobby's time and he gave a surprising toast. As he lifted his champagne glass, he said, "I know you're probably expecting my sarcastic humor, but not today. I want to toast blessings and good fortune to our happy couple. I've known Jack and Sue were in love for a very long time. After almost losing Jack recently, I just can't joke about the reality of how honored I am to be standing here today as his Best Man. God Bless you both Sue and Jack. You deserve it. But remember, when you come back from your honeymoon, I'll be back to my old self." Bobby couldn't resist a little humor as he grinned at the couple.
As they all exchanged hugs and thanks, Jack gave Bobby a warning glare and they shared a laugh. "Be merciful Bobby." Jack smiled at his Best Man and best friend.
It was now bouquet throwing time. All the girls were lined up and ready. I wonder if Tara or Lucy will catch the bouquet, Sue thought to herself. "Oh my, I can't believe I caught it." Rachel couldn't contain her excitement.
"Jack, remember I said behave." Sue smiled with a warning look." "But Sue, the music, and it's not my fault they're egging me on. I'm innocent. Besides your leg feels great." Jack whispered to Sue. "I can't help it if you're the sexiest lady on the planet." Jack continued his plea of innocence. "Jack, if you don't stop playing games, you won't get to find out just how sexy your new Bride is tonight." "OUCH! OK, I'm convinced. Here it is. Line up gentlemen."
As Jack threw the garter he wondered if one of his buddies, Bobby or Myles would be next in line, catching the garter. "I got it!" Luke shouted out and turned to Rachel with a huge knowing smile.
"I think my Rachel has found her Jack, Sue. I hope so. He seems wonderful and loves William. William loves him too." Marie smiled with tears in her eyes. "I hope so too," Sue said. "They seem so happy together."
As everyone continued dancing and partying, Jack and Sue said their good-byes and off they went to their waiting limo to head down to NYC. Jack wanted to stay near JFK airport so they could sleep in and enjoy the morning before flying down to Sarasota, FL. and off to Siesta Keys.
"Sue? What is this gift?" Jack asked trying to contain his laughter as he pictured Sue actually making this purchase.
"Jack, I love how you look in a tux, you're so handsome. I thought this way I could enjoy you in a tux more often." Sue teased with great pleasure.
"Sue, this tux is silk boxers that look like a tux and a bow tie to match." Jack grinned with a slight blush.
"Put them on or I'm wearing my flannels to bed." Sue stomped her foot in mock annoyance.
"Oh no you don't. I don't care what the girls got for you. Open this and we'll make a deal." Jack was having some fun of his own.
"Jack, you expect me to be Mrs. Claus in silk on our wedding night?" Sue was excited that Jack had thought of having some Christmas fun too. "Hey, it is Christmas Eve and I've pictured you in this a million times. Please?" Jack already knew she was more than willing, but having some fun.
"WOW" Jack said with mouth hanging open. "I could say the same thing handsome." Sue's heart was pounding and her body tingled all over at the site of Jack in his tux, his silk boxer tux that is. Sue moved towards Jack wanting to run her hands over his muscles." "Oh no you don't." Jack said. "I've been waiting to see you as Mrs. Claus for to long to let this moment slip by that quickly. Indulge me while I devour you with my eyes." Jack's voice was husky with desire and he thought, who am I kidding, I want her so bad.
"So it's Mrs. Claus you really want." Sue teased. "I think you've been naughty and Santa will not be bringing you any presents." Sue laughed.
"I have the greatest gift standing before me and remember, you're only Mrs. Claus until I remove her attire, then you're Mrs. Hudson and you're all mine." Jack started to make his move towards Sue, no longer able to keep from touching this gift that needed to be unwrapped.
As Jack moved towards Sue, she eagerly met him with open arms. As they embraced feeling the warmth of each others bodies in such an intimate way for the first time, a fire of their own ignited and was quickly burning out of control. "Thank God we don't have to stop this time." Jack looked into Sue's eyes and captured her mouth with an urgency and need that was equally met by her own.
They moved their party of two over to the king sized bed, a playground for lovers. Sue and Jack began removing the fun gifts that had served there purpose, but were no longer needed. Heartbeats could be felt and sensations that could not have been imagined followed as the two lovers, hungry for each other, desiring to bring pleasures never experienced before. "Jack." "Sue."
"I liked your Mrs. Claus outfit on you, but I like you even better out of it Mrs. Hudson." Jack smiled at Sue. They kept a candle lit so Sue could read everything Jack had to say to her. He wanted to look into her eyes when the moment in time, after exploring and pleasing one another, coming together, he could tenderly tell her, "now we're one."
Sue cried as Jack spoke those tender words, so precious and so true. "Jack, you make me feel so loved and special." "You are loved and you are special. Now come here so I can wrap my arms around you and we can get some sleep. We have a flight to catch tomorrow and I'm looking forward to continuing where we left off." Jack smiled at Sue. "Good night love." "Good night hubby, I love you too."