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Post by minnie_emily on May 15, 2013 7:49:55 GMT -5
The girls spent the better part of the morning shopping and talking. Hayley Jo was telling them about this last month's semester exams right before break. "That reminds me, I would love to go check out University Dublin's campus." Emily said as they walked through the snowy streets. "Okay. I think they're starting enrollment for the beginning of the year soon too. Thinking about going back to school?" Laura asked. "Yeah, I mean..Emmet brought it up last night again and the more I think about it...he's right. I should finish school. When he goes out on tour I can put myself in full time so I stay busy. But for now, I think maybe just part time." Emily said. "Yeah, and Colm sure wants me to transfer. The more I think about it the more I want to. He really wants me to stay here." Alyssa sighed looking around. "So do we girl!" Bex laughed hugging her friend. The girls walked around the campus for a good hour, checking out the different buildings, landmarks and finally ended up at the admissions office. The girls waited out in the lobby while Emily and Alyssa went in to speak with the Dean of Admissions. They came out two hours later, both with packets of papers and beaming ear to ear. "Well, it's official...I put in a transfer from NYU. We'll see in about a week whether or not I'm in. He said it's highly unlikely they'll refuse." Alyssa laughed. "And I just need to file this grant and I'll attend as a part time student this spring. Emmet will be so thrilled." Emily beamed. Hugs went around and they once again set off into the cold to find a Starbucks and celebrate. ___________________________________________________
Emmet and Colm walked through the door of Sharon's office. Keith sat there in a chair looking scared. "She get you two as well?" He asked. "I guess so. What's this about?" Colm asked even though he knew. Roger jumped on Keith's lap and snuggled his face. "You were smart. Bring a deflecting object. Hi Roger." Keith said patting the dog's hind end. "Where is she anyway?" Emmet asked looking for Sharon. "Neil's in there right now. I guess, last night he posted a picture of himself, Colleen and the rest of his family on Twitter and outed his relationship with her. So he's getting yelled at." Keith hung his head. "She gotten to you yet?" Emmet asked sitting beside his mate. "Not yet." Keith said. "But I'm scared. When she finds out Treena is pregnant, I....I don't know what she'll do. We're gonna have the wedding right after the new year, my mom is gonna help us plan things." Keith added. The office door opened and Sharon stepped out followed by Neil. "Gentlemen. In here please. Now." Sharon beckoned of all three. She glanced down at Roger. "You acquired a dog Cahill?" She motioned. "I...he's more or less mine now...This is Roger. Emily's dog." He said hoping to sound more secure than he felt. "I see. So she did come home with you then?" She eyed him. "Yes. She did. So did her friend Alyssa; with Colm." He said softly. "I know. That's why we all need to have a chat. Sit down boys." She said closing the door behind them.
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Post by celticbear on May 15, 2013 10:13:27 GMT -5
Well at least everything went great for me and Keith when I met his Family! Glad Emily and Alyssa are transferring to University of Dublin! And something tells me that Battle Royal between Keith and Sharon is about to commence!
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Post by IrishGal on May 15, 2013 10:24:31 GMT -5
Great just great! Now my Colm is in trouble with Sharon! I hope she doesn't try to get the lads to part ways from us!!
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Post by minnie_emily on May 16, 2013 20:58:25 GMT -5
"Gentlemen, you know I love you like you were my own sons. I care about you a whole lot. And I know there comes a time when everybody needs to live their lives, but all of this? Do you really understand what you're setting yourselves up for? Remember what happened with Ryan a few years back?" She shook her finger in Neil's direction. Neil stood up to face her, "Sharon please listen to me. These women are kind, caring, gentle, smart, and very private. They were ThunderHeads before we met; so they understand how important our privacy is to us. We ourselves were the ones who were revealing all the details. I understand where your concerns are coming from but Sharon that was years ago; and this is different." He said pacing the room. "Sharon, don't we deserve to be as happy off stage as we are on it?" He pleaded. "Neil, you know I'm just concerned you may be moving too fast here. You barely know these women." She started. "Colleen is only staying for the holidays right now. She has a job back in New York as a radio host and she couldn't possibly just pack up and leave. Not to mention I don't think we're there just yet." He said as he stopped pacing. "What about you Colm? I had heard somewhere you had asked your little girlfriend to move here with you? So soon?" She said turning her icy gaze towards the newest member. "I asked her to stay for Christmas. And to consider staying and finishing school here in Dublin. I want her to be closer than all the way across the world. I'm...I'm falling for her Sharon." Colm said keeping his eyes firmly staring at the lamp on her desk.
"And Emmet? This young women; does she really work for Rebecca? Or was that some ploy to get her closer to you?" She jeered at the young man. "She really does. Rebecca spent a whole month back in Ohio with Em and her family. She is working as Rebecca's make up artist as of about three weeks ago." Emmet said firmly. His hands were shaking. "You put your relationship all over the internet Emmet! You just meet some girl on a ship and decide to make a relationship with her and move her halfway across the world in....in a month?!? This isn't an easy pill to swallow Emmet. Have you even considered what this will do to your career?" She hissed at him. "No Sharon I haven't because it won't affect it one single bit. All the fans who have commented, tweeted or posted about things between Em and meself have been positive. She has so many ThunderFriends, they all support one another like family. Just the way we support them and each other as well. Because that's what we are; a family." He said firmly. "And if this negatively affects your career?" She chided. "So what Sharon? You'll be the one with explaining to do; not me. If it does I'll find something else. I'm in love! Ye hear me?!? You're gonna have to accept that and move on or....or find yourself another Baritone!" Emmet raised his voice, he was so angry that she didn't understand. "Uh.." Sharon paused. Neil, Colm and Keith all looked at Emmet shocked; he just risked his whole career for his relationship. Sharon knew she had lost that battle, she knew better than to fire a singer over something he was fighting with his whole heart for. She quickly turned to Keith. "And you, I hear you're in a relationship as well? You brought her here to live with you?" She jeered. "Are you content with that situation?" "I....I am happy. Right now, this is the most peaceful I have felt in a long time Sharon. I'm always on the road, I lived my college years in the public eye and on the road. I never had time to connect with someone like I have with Treena. It's time for me to settle down. I plan to marry Treena here within the next three months and I..." Sharon cut him off. "MARRIED?!?? EXCUSE ME?? No. I don't think so. I forbid it. You haven't known this woman long enough to possibly know you want to marry her." Sharon shrieked as she stood in front of Keith. Keith stood up to face her. "Sharon, I love Treena. I want to marry her. I feel it's right. You can't stop me." He said getting a defensive tone. "You cannot get married!" She snarled. "What're you gonna do? Fire me? I'm not worried. I'm still signed with Verve anyway. So with or without Celtic Thunder I'm getting married, and still going to have a successful career." He stammered angrily. Sharon stared blankly at him for a moment. None of the lads had ever threatened to quit over a relationship before, and now two fan favorites had just threatened to go it alone. If it got out that they left because she wasn't letting live their lives and fall in love; she would be the one who was ruined not them. Sharon sank back into her chair. "What am I doing?" She said sinking her head in her hands. "I remember being your age. I was in love with my husband just like you are with these women....I...I have no right to try and stop you boys; if this is really what you want for your lives lads I'm happy for you. I just don't want to see you get hurt, or have any issues; that's all." She sighed. Neil walked over to comfort her. "Sharon, we love you. We love Celtic Thunder. It's our life. But we do have a right to fall in love. I've meet Treena, she's so good for Keith. He's cut down on his drinkin', he's been going to bed at a decent hour regularly. This woman is changing Keith into the man he needs to become. One his fans will learn to love. She'll take good care of him." He said kneeling beside her chair. "And I've met Emily. I stayed with these guys in Ohio at her house for a week. She's caring, gentle, kind, funny, smart. She's a multi tasker just like you. She's great for Emmet. He's always on the go needs things to keep busy. She always has something going on in her life to keep him busy, I even heard a rumor of Emily signing us all up for couples swing dance lessons so we can learn to really shake it on the dance floor, she really is a catch. He deserves a good one, and he found her." Keith chimed as he clasped Emmet's shoulder. "And I met Colleen when we went to New York. She's hilarious, level headed, grounded. She keeps things private when she has to. She got Neil to go ice skating. She's so good for him." Colm piped up smiling at Neil. "And Alyssa is great for Colm. They're like two peas in a pod. Well matched pair. They always share some great laughs. She's gotten him interested in taking up some Irish step dancing classes with her to, erm...improve his footwork.." Emmet nodded at his best mate. Sharon looked at the four men standing before her. Their eyes were just glittering with light as they each thought of their gals. "I....boys...I...I'm sorry I got so out of hand...I...they sound like wonderful girls. I'm sure you'll all be very happy together. I love you lads. Come here." She smiled and pulled them in for a group hug. They hugged until everyone had calmed down. "Gosh, Sharon I hate to dash off like this but Treena is expecting me back home any minute. Me mam wants us for dinner tonight again." Keith said standing up. "And I best be off as well. Colleen should be wondering where I've gone." Neil said as he stood himself up as well. "Alright boys..I..I'm sorry again. You know sometimes I overreact." Sharon sighed. "We know. But we wouldn't have you any other way." Keith laughed. The four of them headed out the door to their cars. "So, you neglected to mention Treena being pregnant." Neil nudged his mate. "We...decided it's best not to say anything until after the wedding. We want something small with our families and all of you guys but that's it. Nothing expensive or crazy. We'll have enough crazy when me mam finds out." Keith laughed. They all got in their cars and drove home for dinner.
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Post by celticbear on May 16, 2013 22:12:17 GMT -5
Wow! Well done Emily! I was expecting Keith to go head to head with Sharon! But to have Emmet do it first and win, was a pleasant surprise! Glad Sharon came around! One disaster over with one more to go between Sharon,Keith and Me!
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Post by celticsweetheart on May 16, 2013 23:11:16 GMT -5
It was a lovely update. Just what I needed after spending past couple days trying to talk someone from not trying to end their life. I needed this. Thank you
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Post by minnie_emily on May 18, 2013 6:16:10 GMT -5
It was just after five in the evening when Colm and Emmet finally got themselves through the door of their flat. Roger ran straight for the kitchen where Alyssa and Emily were making dinner. Emmet drug his feet until he threw himself face first onto the couch. Colm sunk right into the easy chair next to the couch and covered his face with his hands. The girls wandered out of the kitchen to greet them and stopped short when they saw them. "Boys? Are you alright? What happened?" Alyssa asked as she walked over and sat on the arm of the chair and rubbed Colm's tense shoulders. "Sharon wanted to speak with us. We got there, Keith and Neil were already there." Colm started. Emmet mumbled something into the couch cushion. "What was that Irish?" Emily said as she scratched his back. "She wasn't happy with us. She was livid that we had basically published our relationship statuses all over the internet without even consulting with her first. She.... You know I love you right?" Emmet said as he sat up and pulled Emily into his lap and wrapped his arms tightly around her. "I do. And I love you Irish." She said kissing his forearm that was tucked under her chin. "Good." He smiled a small smile. "Emmet loves you a lot. He and Keith both threatened to quit if Sharon was going to have a problem with all of us being together." Colm said gesturing towards his mate. "Emmet...you wouldn't really quit CT would you?" Emily said shocked. "If it came down to CT or you...then yeah. I would have. But it didn't come to that." Emmet said slowly. "Irish, I hope you know I would never ask you to do something like that." She said leaning against his chest. "I know. But I hope you know that from now on, the most important thing in my life is you." He sighed. The oven timer beeped breaking up the moment. "Well, sounds like it's dinner time lads. Go wash up." Alyssa chimed as Emily stood up and helped Emmet to his feet. Emily fed Roger while Alyssa set the table. "So, how was your day ladies?" Colm smiled as they ate. The girls giggled at each other. It was hard to keep a secret from them but they wanted to get everything transferred through before they told them. "Amazing. We shopped, talked and had a snow ball fight. Bex took us to the gym got us all signed up so we can all go together. We went to Starbucks, saw all sorts of places around town. Did some shopping. Went to the little bookstore around the corner here. Bex said she goes there all the time. It was a great bonding day with the girls." Emily laughed. "Sounds like it." Emmet said as he smiled at her. He could tell she was hiding something he just didn't know what.
After dinner, the girls made cocoa and they snuggled up on the couch with their lads and watched Toy Story. About half way through the movie, Alyssa's eyelids started feeling heavy. By the end of the movie she was asleep. "Well you two, I think this is my queue to head to bed." Colm yawned as he stood up. He scooped Alyssa in his arms and carried her to their new bedroom. Emmet and Emily stayed up and watched a few more Disney movies. Roger had gone into their bedroom and fallen asleep. After the fourth movie, Emmet yawned. "Tired Irish?" Emily said herself stifling a yawn. "It's been a long difficult day Princess." He said. "Okay well then let's get into bed before jet lag hits us both." She said turning off the TV and standing up.
Emmet stood himself up and followed her to their room. He closed the door behind him. Emily changed into her night clothes and he changed into his. She slid herself into bed and under the covers. Emmet turned his bedside lamp on before turning off the overhead light. He sat himself down in bed next to her.
He took her left hand in his right hand and kissed her ring finger where her promise ring was. He gently kissed his way all the way up her arm. He breathed in the scent of her hair that covered her neck. He gently took his hand and brushed the hair off of her neck. He buried his face into her neck and kissed it. He kissed from the nape of her neck, to the bottom of her chin and back to her shoulder and collarbone. He held her hands gently in his and wrapped his arms around her. "I love you." He breathed. "I love you too Emmet." She said as his lips brushed the side of her neck. Her breath hitched in her throat as she shivered against his touch. Emmet had never been so forward. She loved it. Emily wrapped her arms around his neck and entangled her fingers in his hair. She planted her lips firmly on his and they locked in that passionate kiss for several minutes. When their lips parted, Emmet sighed heavily. "You always know how to make me feel better." He laughed as he laid his head down on his pillow. Emily rested her head on his chest and he wrapped his arms around her. Emmet kissed the top of her head and turned off the lamp. They fell asleep holding each other. ____________________________________________________
That next morning at Keith's place. "Treena, I was hoping today we could go and look at a house. There is one over in Donegal I really think you'll love. It's got a beautiful view of the hills on one side, a big backyard that leads right to the water, a dock for my boat, about a ten minute drive from town. It's a three bedroom, two and a half bath, two car garage." Keith said as he sipped his coffee. "What do you have up your sleeve Harkin?" Treena raised an eyebrow. "Nothing. I just know you'll love it." Keith beamed from behind his coffee cup. "Okay. We can go look at the house." Treena said as she got up and kissed his face. About two hours later they pulled into the driveway of a picturesque yellow house. It was beautiful. Treena fell in love with it instantly. She definitely could see raising their child there. "You're right...I do love it." She said softly. "I knew you would. Come on, let's go inside." Keith grabbed her hand and led her towards the door. They walked through the whole house. It was partially furnished. Keith led Treena up the stairs and to the back bedroom. He opened the door and it was a fully furnished nursery. It was pale green, ivory and baby blue. It had everything. Changing table, crib, car seat, high chair, toys, blankets, diapers. "Oh, Keith...." Treena gasped. "I'm sorry I didn't tell you before I bought it. But I knew you'd love it." Keith said pulling her in for a kiss. "You...you mean this is our house?" Treena said shocked. "All ours my love. For our family." He said as she walked into the nursery and looked around."Keith...you didn't buy all this by yourself did you?" She said turning to him. "No...Nicole, Laura and Bex helped me get all this together." He laughed. "Bex said she'd keep our secret. I feel kind of guilty keeping it from me mam though. She's already in love with you....plus it's not like she'll be really upset with us." Keith chimed. "Oh...well okay...we can tell them on Sunday at dinner then, if you want..." She looked up at him. "Sounds perfect my love." He said pulling her in for another kiss. ____________________________________________________
Colm woke up before Alyssa did. So he got himself out of bed and made coffee. "This should wake everyone up." He laughed to himself as he booted up his laptop. He checked his email, twitter, facebook and all of his social media. When he was done with that, he sent a quick email to his brother Noel who lives in Galway that he would be expecting him for Christmas at their mam's place and to wear his Christmas sweater. Alyssa soon wandered out of the bedroom. "Hey there you." She said kissing the top of his head as he shut down his laptop. "Hey yourself. So, wanna go on a run then we can go to my P.O. box and get the fan mail?" He said as she poured herself a cup of coffee. "Sounds fun. The snow's kind of melted away today." She smiled looking out the window. "It has." He said as he came up behind her and wrapped one arm around her waist. He breathed in the scent of her hair and rested his chin against her shoulder. They stood in blissful silence drinking their coffee. After about twenty minutes their coffee was gone so they got dressed and ready for the run. Colm scribbled a note to the others about their whereabouts and they set off into the early morning light. They ran Colm's regular path through the streets of Dublin. After about an hour and a half they were fairly frozen so they decided to head home. They walked back to the flat slowly, hand in hand. When they arrived back they got Colm's keys and headed off towards the post office in Churchtown. ___________________________________________________
"Hey Neil, where do you keep the sugar?" Colleen called from the kitchen. "Cupboard left of the sink." He said from his studio. He was writing new music and Colleen was his critic/muse all in one. She came back and sat down next to him. She handed him his cup of tea while sipping her own. "So, darling me mam wanted us to come over tomorrow. We've been here two days and she's getting anxious." He laughed. "Okay. Can't wait." She beamed. They spent the better part of the day writing and rewriting music for his new album. He even wrote a song for her called, 'Skating on cloud nine.' ________________________________________________
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Post by celticbear on May 18, 2013 18:03:42 GMT -5
Emily! Great update! Girls where scared for a minute! But Colm and Emmet did a good job of letting them know all is well! Can't wait till Emily and Alyssa tell them about the transfer! Great scene between Colleen and Neil! But My FAVORITE Part is that Keith Bought the House and with help from Nicole,Laura and Bex the Baby Room is Done! Love the Colors! They are Perfect for Either a Boy or Girl!
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Post by celticsweetheart on May 20, 2013 1:01:37 GMT -5
I agree with CB I love the scene between Me and Neil. Awesome song title "Skating on Cloud Nine" couldn't have picked a better title for a song.
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Post by minnie_emily on May 20, 2013 16:42:28 GMT -5
"Hey Emmet." Emily called from the bathroom. "Yeah babe?" He said popping his head in. "Today I'm gonna Skype with Claire. Tomorrow is her birthday and I have to thank her for getting Roger here. I know she had something to do with it." She laughed. "Okay sweetheart. So does that mean you're not coming with me to the P.O. box?" He said as he watched her put her hair in braids. "Naw, sorry love." She said turning around. "Oh alright. Well, you're helping me answer it though." He laughed as he pulled one of her braids. "Oh I planned on it. You lack somewhat in that area. I would know." She giggled. "What do you mean you would know?" He raised an eyebrow. "Oh honey, I wrote several letters to you. Sent a Christmas card WITH MY PHOTO in it....never....got a reply." She said laughing. "Oh....uh...sorry Princess. I promise I'll write you back this time. He laughed as he kissed her cheek. "You better." She giggled. "Alright, I will. Want some coffee?" He said walking to the kitchen. "Yes please." She said not far behind. "Here's your coffee m'lady." Emmet said handing her a cup. Emily picked up the paper and took out the crossword puzzle. "Wanna help me?" She smiled as he sat next to her. "I'm no good with this stuff." Emmet said looking over her shoulder. "Oh, I'll teach you. This time next year babe you'll be doing the New York Times crosswords in ink like me." She said mussing his hair. "Aha I doubt that." He laughed. They sat and drank their coffee in the kitchen and Emmet watched Emily finish the crossword. When they finished their coffee Emmet bundled up and set off for his P.O. box. ____________________________________________________
"I cannot believe all this mail." Alyssa said as she and Colm got back in the car. He had at three pretty good sized bags of letters and parcels that were waiting on him. "I'm still not used to this. Makes me feel so blessed to be doing what I do." He laughed as they drove back to the flat. "You know, we're not far from Neil's place right now. Wanna pop in see how those two are getting on?" Colm said looking at Alyssa. "Sounds like fun. I wonder how they've been spending their time." She laughed. So Colm set off towards Neil's flat while Alyssa sent Colleen a warning text, just in case. They car pulled up to Neil's place about thirty minutes later. "Hey you two. Out and about were we?" Neil said greeting them at the door. "Fan mail run." Colm laughed as they stepped inside. "Ah, we've been writing music all day." He added as Colleen stepped from the kitchen. "Hey girl!" She said hugging Alyssa. "Was just making some tea. You two want a cup?" She asked. "Sure. I'll help you." Alyssa beamed as the two disappeared into the kitchen. "So, has she decided whether or not to stay?" Colm asked nodding towards the kitchen. "She's debating it, but she does have her job to consider. I think I'm gonna take her down to the local radio station see if they have any openings. Maybe that will get her to stay." Neil said. "Sounds good mate. Ready for Christmas?" Colm asked. "Oh yeah mate. Love Christmas." Neil laughed. "So, writing some new music for the album, eh?" Colm asked. "Yup. How 'bout ye? Been working on anything?" Neil asked back. "Naw, not yet. I mean I would really love to, I just haven't had the time to put much together." Colm laughed. They visited for a few hours then Colm and Alyssa were on their way back home in the snow. When they returned Emily was in the music room talking to her sister on Skype. "Hey girl. We're home. Where's Emmet?" Alyssa asked popping her head in. "He went to his P.O. box. Should be back within the hour now." Emily said before returning to her conversation.
Colm dumped out the massive bags of mail onto the floor in the living room. Alyssa went and put the kettle on for some tea. Colm started sorting the letters from the parcels. They had just about gotten everything sorted when Emmet walked through the door with a few large mail bags of his own. "I see you got your mail as well." He said passing Alyssa and Colm who were sitting on the floor. "Yeah, that I did. Emily is in the music room." Colm said getting up to stretch. Emmet walked down the hallway and saw Emily at her desk. "Hey there Irish. Get your mail?" She asked getting up to greet him. "Yeah, I did. Haven't picked for a long while. Since before the tour." He said giving her a kiss. "Oh geez. You're kidding..." She said eyes going wide. "No, I'm not. Why?" He asked. "Uhm....I...wrote y'all letters while you were on tour before I met you....Promise me if you find it first you won't read it." She said embarrassed. "Why? What's it say?" He asked coyly. "I can't really remember but it's probably dorky." She said laughing at herself. "Okay, well here's hoping you find it first. Because if I do, I will read it. I bet it's cute." He said kissing the top of her head. He dumped his mail out on the floor of the music room. They spent a good two hours sorting the fan mail. "Aha." Emmet exclaimed and jumped up and ran from the room. "Oh drat." Emily said hot on his tail. "Emmet give me that!" She said as she ran for him. "Nope. I'm gonna read it." He smirked tearing it open. Colm and Alyssa were still on the floor sorting and reading his letters. "Emmet come on...please don't read that." She pouted. "I want to. I bet it's cute." He smirked again. He tore the envelope open and began to read it. As he did, a huge smile spread across his face. When he finished he looked up and smiled. "First of all, thank you. That was sweet. Secondly, I appreciate the fact you took the time to write me. And lastly m'lady, you have terrible penmanship." He laughed. Emily buried her face in his chest as he hugged her. "I take it she wrote you a fan letter." Colm laughed. "Yeah. It's cute." Emmet smiled. "I wrote you one. It's in here somewhere." Alyssa giggled. "Oh really now? Must find it." Colm said raising his eyebrow. "Guess it's our fault...if we hadn't have written them they wouldn't tease us." Alyssa said as she continued to sort the mail. "It's almost lunch time. Want something to eat boys?" Emily said as Emmet headed back to continue sorting. "Whatever you're making is fine dear." He called. "I'm not hungry." Colm said. "I'll take a cup of tea though if you're gonna make some." Alyssa chimed. "Sure kiddo." Emily said padding to the kitchen. She came back with two cups of tea, gave one to Alyssa and headed back to join Emmet in the music room. About three hours later, all the mail was sorted and most had been answered. Emmet decided to take a break. He and Emily went into their bedroom and watched a movie. They slowly drifted off to sleep.
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Post by celticbear on May 20, 2013 18:22:33 GMT -5
LOL! Love the visit to Neil and Colleen! Had to laugh at Emmet's antics with the mail! And I'm betting Colm,and Emmet where not the only two sorting mail with their sweethearts! I can so see me and Keith mail sorting also!
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Post by celticsweetheart on May 21, 2013 0:40:26 GMT -5
Definitely loved Colm and Alyssa's visit to Neil and myself; oh and if I could get a job at a local radio station I'd stay most definitely. I sure hope Neil doesn't find the letter I sent him asking for help in getting a job with CT? I mean I think I like writing music with him much better and the radio is a great idea. I'm using the radio idea as a starting point for a new story with Ryan.
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Post by minnie_emily on May 24, 2013 13:14:51 GMT -5
When Emmet and Emily were napping, Colm was still going through his fan mail. "Hey now, what is this here?" Colm said holding up a white envelope. "Oh no..." Alyssa said shaking her head. "Looks like you wrote me a fan letter." He teased holding the letter high above her head. "Okay Colm come on don't do that." Alyssa said as he bounded towards the kitchen. Alyssa ran after him. Colm opened the letter and as he looked at it, his eyes got wide and he smiled like a big kid. "I didn't know you knew Gaelic." He giggled. "I...I've been teaching myself for awhile now." She said shyly. "Well you know, I do have a Bachelor's degree in Irish..was gonna be a teacher..." He laughed as he pulled her to him. "I...I know.." She laughed. "This is quite impressive....although you did make a few mistakes. One wouldn't write in third person..." He laughed. "Well, good thing I have you then...must teach me." She smiled. "It'd be a pleasure." He said as he kissed her. When they finished sorting and opening the mail, Alyssa helped Colm to answer most of it. After they were finished with that, the two of them slipped out for a quiet evening dinner alone. ____________________________________________________ A week went by and Emily was first to hear from the Dean of Admissions. She had been accepted and was officially a student for the spring semester. Alyssa heard from the Dean of Admissions two days later, her transfer was approved and she could stay in Ireland on a student visa while she attended school and maintained a 3.4 GPA per semester. They found it maddening not to spill the beans, but they had to keep their secret. They of course, while Colm and Emmet were out doing last minute shopping, ran to tell Bex, who being a scheming little nymph, decided they should go to the campus store buy some tee shirts and hoodies and wrap those up with their acceptance letters and give those to the lads. So they agreed that was sufficient, and Bex took them to the campus to purchase the apparel. The next few days flew by and before they knew it, Christmas eve was upon them. Colm and Alyssa were going to spend Christmas with his folks and Emmet was taking Emily to meet his. So that night after dinner, the group gathered around the small fake tree that they had assembled in their living room. Bex had come over since the next morning bright and early she should be heading back to Donegal. The girls sat on the couch and the boys sat in their easy chairs. Bex went first. She gave Emily and Alyssa matching infinity scarfs and hats; and gave the boys Starbucks gift cards. Colm went next. He gave Bex, Emily and Emmet a book and a CD he thought they would all enjoy. He handed Alyssa her gift. She tore it open. Colm had bought her an Irish step dancing dress and shoes (since she had told him she wanted to learn.) "Oh Colm! It's gorgeous! Thank you." She grinned jumping up to hug him. "I knew you'd love it." He said as he kissed her cheek. Emmet was next. He had already given Emily her gift, which was transporting Roger to Ireland. He gave Alyssa an Irish Gaelic dictionary(seems Colm had told him about how she was learning) and gave Bex and Colm each an iTunes gift card. "Alright, my turn." Emily said. She gave Alyssa and Bex matching pajama sets, and gave Colm a customized guitar strap for his new guitar. She turned to Bex and Emmet and said, "Okay Alyssa is gonna give you guys your gifts. We both have a collective surprise for you boys though." She said. Bex giggled. Alyssa gave Bex and Emily matching bows for their hair and slippers. She gave Emmet a soccer ball. "Alright now boys, we have your gifts....." Emily said as she and Alyssa pulled two medium sized boxes from behind the couch. They handed them to the lads. When they opened the boxes, it took them awhile to process the information. Colm unfolded the tee shirt and looked puzzled, until the piece of paper fell from inside it. As he read it, a huge smile lit up his face. He looked at Alyssa, "You mean....you're staying? " He beamed. "Yep. I wasn't about to just leave you." She said as she sat on his lap. Emmet slowly read the piece of paper that he held in his hands. "Em, you're really gonna go back to school?" He asked. "Of course. I mean I might as well finish my Bachelor's degree while I'm here. You were right. I think it'd be a good opportunity to finish school while you're on tour; keep myself busy." She said kissing his cheek. "Oh princess, I'm so proud of you." He said as he grabbed her neck and pulled her in for a kiss. The five of them sat and chatted awhile and watched a few Christmas classics before Bex said she needed to turn in. "I gotta get up early so I can be in Donegal before the traffic gets too crazy." She said as she gathered her gifts. "Yeah, I think we should head to bed as well. Mullingar is a ways away and with the holiday traffic; we don't want to be late." Emmet laughed. They all said goodnight and everybody went to bed so they could get on the road in the morning on time.
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Post by celticbear on May 24, 2013 14:53:04 GMT -5
Great Christmas gifts! Wondering how Keith is going to top buying the house and getting the baby room all set! Wonder how Sioban and Kevin took the news about becoming grandparents! Or like Alyssa have you to chosen to take me out of the story?
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Post by minnie_emily on May 28, 2013 15:42:34 GMT -5
Their alarm went off before 7AM, Emmet rolled over to turn it off. "Mmmm...Good morning Princess." He said as he kissed her face. Emily opened her eyes. "Merry Christmas Irish." She said as she sat up. "Ah no no no...we say Happy Christmas here dear." He laughed. "Oh yeah...forgot. I guess I'll have to get used to it." She said as they got out of bed. Emmet went and took a shower, Emily walked to the kitchen, Alyssa was already up. "There's coffee." She said as she handed Emily a mug. "Thanks. Happy Christmas." She mocked. "Haha. Colm did the same thing to me." Alyssa laughed. Emily fed Roger. "We'll probably be home before you guys will, since the Keegan's live here in Dublin. We shouldn't be gone too long." Alyssa said. "Yeah I'm not sure how long we'll be there. Emmet hasn't really said." Emily laughed. "Don't stay out too long though...The Harkin's have their party tomorrow night...." Alyssa chided. "Happy Christmas all." Colm said walking into the kitchen scrubbing a hand over his face. "Merry Christmas." The girls laughed in unison. "Americans." He laughed as he poured himself some coffee. "Love the sweater by the way." Emily giggled. "Thanks. Tradition." Colm said as he puffed out his chest. "Emmet has one too." He added. "I know, after he's out and I shower I'll show you my outfit." She laughed at herself. "What outfit?" Emmet said as he walked into the kitchen for coffee. "Oh, well...my Christmas outfit of course." She giggled. "I'll be right back." She added before padding off to shower and change. When she came back in the kitchen, Emmet almost spit out his coffee. "Oh my gosh. You are amazing." He laughed. She was wearing a knee length dark green jumper with golden buttons and trim. She had on white tights and black shoes. Her hair was curled and some was pinned back. Elf ears poking through some of the loose tendrils. And she had her trademark red bow in her hair. "I....had it custom made.." She giggled. "I love you." He said as he put his arm around her waist. "You two look adorable." Alyssa smirked. "Here, take our picture." Emily said handing Alyssa her phone. As Alyssa took the picture Emmet swept Emily into his arms and off the ground. The picture captured perfectly both of their dimples. "Oh!" Emily shrieked as he picked her up. "Oh, that is cute." Alyssa said handing the phone back. "Oh..new profile pic babe." Emily smiled. "Alright, make sure you tag me in it then." Emmet laughed. "But of course." She laughed right back. About nine o'clock they finished their coffee and Emmet collected the gifts for his family. "Alright, we should head out." He said as he came back from starting the car. "Okay. Merry Christmas you two, we'll be back tonight." Emily said giving Roger a kiss before heading out the door. ___________________________________________________
While Emmet drove, he gave Emily his phone to do a few holiday social media updates. She posted the picture of the two of them on his Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. "Me mam is gonna just love you." He said smiling. "She made me this sweater. And the fact that you have that outfit to match is just gonna make her day." He added. "Aww...good. I'm glad. I had this custom made 'cuz of the kids I used to look after. As far as they all know I still work for Santa." She giggled. "Oh that is sweet Princess." He said as he reached a hand for her knee. "I love Christmas. It's my favorite holiday." Emily giggled. "Mine too babe." He said leaning over to kiss her. They had another two hour drive ahead of them so Emily had nodded off for the rest of the way. "Wake up Princess, we're here." Emmet said as he pulled the car into the driveway. He parked the car in front of a two story log cabin style house set atop a hill overlooking several acres of fields, that are now blanketed in snow. Emmet and Emily got out of the car, and she helped him collect the gifts. The front door opened. "Emmet!" A tall lanky brunette boy shouted as he ran from the house. "Happy Christmas Aaron. Here take these." Emmet laughed. "Aaron, this is Emily." He added. "Hey." He barely even noticed as he took the bags from his brother and ran back inside where it's warm. "And that'd be Aaron. Me baby brother." Emmet laughed as they walked to the porch. "Teenagers. What can ya do?" She laughed. "Happy Christmas!" Emmet shouted as he stepped inside. "Happy Christmas little brother!" A thin brunette woman chimed. "Happy Christmas Laura." Emmet smiled hugging her. "Laura, this is Emily. Em, this is my big sister Laura." Emmet said introducing the two. "I've heard so much about you! He called home the first night he met you. Gushed like a little kid." She giggled and hugged Emily. Emmet's face turned bright red. "Thanks sis." He said shaking his head. "Look at you two, you match, mam's in the kitchen, she's dying ta meet ye!" She said grabbing Emily by the arm and leading her away. "Have fun ladies." Emmet laughed as he went to set the gifts down. Laura led her to the kitchen. A short, stout older woman was putting something in the oven. "Ma, Emmet's here. This is Emily." Emily shook her hand. "I've heard so much about you m'dear. So nice to finally put a face to the name, oh my look at that dress. You look like a little elf!" She bubbled. "Thanks, I actually had this custom made last year. I actually had it custom made to emulate Emmet's sweater before I met him." She laughed. "Ye know, I made that sweater for him." His mom chimed. "So I've been told. I wish I could make things like that....or make anything for that matter." Emily laughed. "Do you need any help with anything?" She added. "Sure." His mom smiled. The three ladies spent about four hours cooking, drinking some tea and chatted while the boys were who knows where. "Boys! Dinner's ready!" His mom chimed from the kitchen. "Ah, this must be the young lady you were tellin' me about." Emmet's father said coming into the dining room. "Yep. Da' this is Emily." He said as they shook hands. As they ate, they all asked Emily a barrage of questions. "So, Emmet tells me you're a makeup artist. That's pretty cool." Laura said. "Yeah, I mean it's not as exciting as being a world famous musician and getting to travel the world but I love what I do and Bex is going to be going on tour over this summer so I'll be going with her. I'm pretty stoked." Emily smiled. They chatted and Emily answered all their questions. "So son, any big plans for this year?" His father asked. "Well, we're hoping to go back in the studio in the next few months start working on the new album. Then of course the fall tour will be after that." Emmet chimed. After dinner, everybody gathered and opened gifts. When the gifts were done, they sat in the parlor and Emmet played a few songs on the piano. "Hey Em, wanna go play some footy before it gets dark?" Aaron beamed. "But there's snow everywhere bro, it'd get a little chilly." Emmet laughed. "Plus I haven't taken Em on a tour of the house yet." He grinned. "Alright fine." He sulked. "Come on, wanna see my old room?" Emmet giggled as he took Emily's hand. "Sure." She laughed as he led her upstairs. "Well, this is it. It's pretty small I know but...I spent 22 years in here." He laughed. "It's cute...you even had a twin sized bed." She laughed as he put his arms around her. "Yep, that's why we had yours shipped over." He laughed. "At least you have a great view of all those fields." She said looking out the window. "Yep, but I have the best view I'll ever see right here." He said coming up behind her and wrapping his arms around her waist. "Flattery Irish? Nice..." She giggled. "Can't help it Princess." He laughed as he buried his face in her neck. "You know...you're the first girl I've ever had in my room..." He said slyly. "I am, am I? Well don't I feel special. The first girl Emmet Cahill brings home, and gets to be in his room; is a fan. Mercy me..." She mocked. "It'd sure be nice if I could kiss the first girl I brought here..." He said as he pulled her into him. He wrapped his fingers around the back of her neck and into her hair. The two of them were wrapped up in a passionate embrace when they heard somebody clear their throat at the door. "Thought you two would be up here." His sister laughed. "Guess that means we're wanted downstairs." Emily laughed as she pulled away. "Guess it must be picture time...." He pouted as they headed back down the stairs. "Picture time?" She asked as they descended the stairs. "Yup. Christmas photos. Mam's favorite." Emmet laughed. After the pictures were taken, Emmet and his brother went outside for a quick game in the snow with Toby. About an hour later they came back in, soaked and frozen. While the boys went upstairs to clean up and change Emmet's mom made tea. They sat around and chatted for another few hours. "Well mam, we best be getting home. Roger will be wantin' fed." Emmet said as he stood up and helped Emily to her feet. "Oh alright dear. Have a safe drive. It was wonderful to finally meet you dear. Happy Christmas." His mom said as she hugged them both. Everybody said goodbye and once again they were headed home. "That was so great. I love your family." Emily beamed. "They loved you. Never brought someone home before." He laughed at himself. "Well I'm glad this was a good first experience for you Irish." She said as she leaned against his arm. It was starting to get dark and not long after that Emily nodded off.
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