LOCKED TO doesntwaltz | Batcall of the cousin variety

[paramedically]

Are you okay, Lei?

[This is in response to Leila's post HERE but for some reason LJ doesn't want to let me respond to her thread on her journal, so this is in lieu of Andrew replying to her there!]

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[doesntwaltz]

First, are you?

Can you deal with... a surprise?

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I've been better, but I'm okay.

Is it a good surprise or a bad surprise?

[doesntwaltz]

Need anything?

Depends how you feel about Rob.

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I'm starting to think Ali's depression diet of Ben & Jerry's has it's merits. She seems to have added Dirty Dancing to the mix.

Feel about him? He's a nice guy. A bit on the nervous side that we would hate him, but I get that.

[doesntwaltz]

Is it because Patrick Swayze died? Don't knock B&J's.

We eloped to Vegas before he shipped out.

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No, that's the freaky damn part. Like, two days ago, she had the soundtrack out and we were dancing to it. I'm trying to decide if she's psychic or not.

You... married eloped?

[doesntwaltz]

Shit, maybe it's a by-product of being pregnant?

Um, yeah.

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Can that happen? I totally got the cold shiver thing when I read the news this morning.

Oh... well... is that what you wanted? It was just knee-jerk reactions or something. I know him going away must've been huge to deal with so soon after meeting him. Did he get away okay?

[doesntwaltz]

You're asking me? I don't know, maybe. Maybe Ali's just gifted.

He got away fine. Didn't look back because he wouldn't have been able to go. We did it because we love each other, and he wanted me to know he'd come back. Also because this way I'm all official in the eyes of the military, so I'll know if anything happens... God forbid.

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Makes me wonder. Since I've known her, she's been on the edge about bad things happening. Maybe she just gets the inner psychic buzz. It's not like shit hasn't happened to back her up.

Well, I hope something doesn't happen, Lei, which goes without saying. But I can understand. Trust me, I can. Sometimes you just need to follow that feeling in your gut. Do you feel better having done it? Are you okay? Saying goodbye isn't easy.

[doesntwaltz]

It's possible. She might be so wired about bad stuff happening, she gets a warning now.

I feel better, but I miss him like crazy and it's been one day. I feel like there's this hole inside me. I hate it. I don't know how I'm going to do this for however long it's going to be. I hated saying goodbye. Especially on military time.

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I just want to protect her from it all.

Do you know when he'll be able to get in touch, let you know he arrived okay? Or is it all covert from here on in? Do you want to come over for dinner? You shouldn't be on your own. Does this mean we get to keep you in New York for a little longer?

[doesntwaltz]

Because you're a good fiance, and you'll be an awesome husband. I can't tell you how glad I am you found her.

As soon as he can. He said he'd get in contact when things were settled. My question is - when is a war zone ever settled? He's going to get in contact as much as he can. Sure, if it won't be a bother. Yeah, it does. I think I'll be staying for a while yet. I don't want to leave you guys again.

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Thanks, Lei. It means a lot. She's changed my life. We've decided to bring the wedding forward, don't see much point in waiting.

He'd have to have rest periods, wouldn't he? He'll have to keep his health and fitness somehow. Which he had in leaps in bounds, I could tell just from looking at him. Of course course it won't, but you might get subjected to a tribute Patrick Swayze marathon, though it's guaranteed to come with loads of junk food. We love having you close. I should thank the guy for giving you a reason to stick around.

[doesntwaltz]

Anytime, Handy Andy. I adore her. When is it?

I hope so. I don't need the Army wearing him out before I get him back again. Junk food and Patrick Swayze? I suppose I'll cope ;) I've missed my boys. Hopefully you'll get a chance to. He doesn't want me alone, so he'll be grateful to you and Luke, too.

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I'm really glad you like her. I know she's probably not what anyone expected me to ultimately end up with, but she's one of the most genuine people I've ever met. Mum loves her, too. She loves being a Nana. October 31st, Halloween. I think Ali just wants to fuck with tradition a little. Though, she is talking 18 tiered chocolate wedding cake. At least, it was 18 on last discussion. And Ben & Jerry's with it for dessert.

He told me he has been posted to war four times before, and he came back each time. Hold onto that. He's obviously really good at what he does, and now he's a Sergeant. That's top stuff. Hopefully it's not too painful. I think she's just seeking comfort in familiar, nostalgic things to get through the miscarriage. I probably could have done without the rescue mission by the ex, though, but she needed help. I get it. You're welcome any time you want or need, Lei, whatever time of the day or night.