Hello everyone. Another milestone as this is chapter 60 for CJ and all of his family and friends. I want to give a special hello and thanks to several readers for their continued ideas and inspiration. Thanks to: Charles, Dan, Darrell, David, Gary, Geoff, Jerry, Joe, Kevin, Mike, Rick and Wayne. Keep those ideas and suggestions coming. Stay warm everyone, and hope for that warm up to appear this coming week. Go Bucs and since my Browns are out, I hope the Texans knock off the Ravens this weekend!
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CJ and Wally return from their weekend engagement trip. Wally has a special surprise for CJ on their last day. Alex, along with his assistant Jimmy are busy planning their return party!
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I woke up first on Monday morning. Wally was spooning my backside, and I quietly slipped out of bed to go to the bathroom. After I finished, I went out to the kitchen and made us a pot of coffee. While I waited for the pot of coffee to finish brewing, I checked emails and text messages. I had one urgent text from Alex asking "what time will you two be back?" I grinned knowing he is up to no good, and replied "we want to be there for the start of the barbecue. Our plan is to arrive around 2:00 pm. If that changes, I'll let you know." It was not even twenty seconds later when my phone buzzed with another text saying "sounds good. Can't wait to see the grooms to be. Be safe coming back home."
Two items cracked me up with Alex's last text. First "the grooms to be". I know that we are now officially, and the verbiage sends tingles up my back. It's hard to believe that in nine months Wally and I will be married. It's a wonderful feeling and I plan to keep this feeling alive in me for the next nine months.
Second, his use of the word home. Usually, we refer to our place as the condo. However, it is a home where we all feel safe and loved. I don't want to say that it was all my doing to create our home, but it does give me a joyous feeling to know that the four of us are happy, healthy and safe in a loving environment.
The coffee was not finished and I received another text. It was from UD asking "do you have time for a call this morning?" I smiled knowing I had not checked in with them over the weekend and replied "I'm free now if you have some time?" Before I knew it, UD's ring tone was playing loud and clear for me.
I answered and turned my video on. His video was also on, and I said "good morning UD. What a pleasant surprise to hear from you this morning." He chuckled and said "I'm out getting some last-minute supplies for a barbecue this afternoon, and wanted to check in with you. Did you do anything special this weekend?" I gave him a big smile and said "Wally and I came down to his bungalow at Bradenton Beach to have an extra-long weekend birthday. We went parasailing, boating and I was able to meet several of his longtime friends. It's been a great weekend UD."
UD asked "did Wally introduce you to any of his dive restaurants?" I cracked up and said "yes, two of them that I fell in love with. We're actually going to Mama Bette's Café this morning before leaving the island. You'll love her and her cooking UD. She makes a breakfast casserole that will even have you guessing the ingredients. We're taking several of those back with us, along with her delicious crab cakes and an incredible seafood dip that you need to get the recipe for. I can see it now being served as an appetizer at your restaurants." UD chuckled and said "what's the second place?" I smiled and said "Captain Zeke's. It's a great bar, with awesome bar food. How does a grouper reuben sandwich sound to you this morning along with an appetizer plate centered around a shrimp cocktail?" UD replied "I'm heading to the airport now. Pick me up in a couple of hours, and we'll have several along with beer all afternoon." We both laughed and I said "give me a few seconds UD. The coffee is ready, and I want to pour a cup for myself."
I got back to the phone and UD started in with more questions. "Did you two have good romance this weekend?" I cracked up laughing at him and said "I'm not the kiss and tell kind of guy, UD!" He roared in laughter and said "come on CJ, don't bullshit this bullshitter! What new place or position did you experiment with this weekend?" I smiled and said "it was beautiful UD -- picture you and Jack on a hammock for two on the beach. Nothing but stars above you, and the ocean waves crashing in the distance. We ended up there twice." UD smiled and said "that sounds like absolute heaven CJ. How many times did you two flip yourself into the sand?" I cracked up and said "only three."
UD said "any big news from the weekend CJ?" I smiled and said "yes, there is some news but I want to share it with you in person when you get here on the 13th." After I finished my sentence, Wally came up behind me, put his hands on my shoulders and said "morning UD. It's good to see you this morning. Happy Labor Day!" UD gave Wally a big smile and said "morning Wally. Do me a favor and tell your future husband he can share the news with me. I've got to get into Kroger's shortly, otherwise I'll have twenty guests showing up in a few hours and we will have no hamburger buns to give them!" I looked at Wally, and he looked at me intensely. He smiled and said "I called UD earlier this week and asked him for his permission for us to be married. He gave us his blessing sweetheart." I began to tear up and said "UD, I love you!" I turned to Wally, and gave him a kiss. UD smiled, chuckled and said "okay you two, show me those rings before I go shopping." Wally said "well UD, there's a funny twist to our story. CJ had a surprise engagement proposal for me as well. Not only do we have our wedding bands, but we have very beautiful engagement rings as well."
Wally and I showed our rings to UD, giving him a close up of each one. He was choked up, and I saw some tears flowing from his eyes. He said "guys, I promised myself I was not going to cry over this call, but I'm so happy for both of you. I love you both, and can't wait until we are together to discuss everything in person. You both have my blessing, and CJ do you care if I share the news with Jack prior to our arrival?" I smiled at UD and said "that's fine UD. The four of us can celebrate when you get here."
We talked for a few more minutes, and UD said "thank you both for a beautiful call this morning. I really need to get moving now. Enjoy the rest of the weekend, and let's touch base Sunday to discuss our arrival. We're still coming in on Wednesday, but our flight time has changed to the morning versus afternoon. I love you both, congratulations and drive safely back to St Pete. Bye you two."
UD's video disappeared from my phone, and I stood up to give Wally a hug and kiss. As we were hugging, he said "CJ, you have every right to be upset with me for asking UD permission. I'm a romantic at heart babe, and I know how important UD is to you. I never want to come between you two, and I'm so thrilled he took this positively and has blessed us on our future union. Can I share a funny with you about our call together?" I gave Wally a long kiss and said "yeah babe, I'd like to hear your story." Wally smiled at me and said "I was so nervous when I asked him, not knowing what his reaction may be. I was looking at him confidently on phone camera and he said you and CJ have my blessing, Wally. I can only hope my three daughters find someone as loving, caring and generous as you are." When I heard this, I sat down on a barstool and broke down in tears.
Wally wrapped me in his arms and said "sweetheart, everything is okay. Talk to me baby, are you okay?" I wiped the tears from my face, cleared my throat and said "I'm good Wally. I admit, I was taken back when UD referred to me as your future husband. After hearing you though, I love you even more for wanting his blessing in advance. I have to ask though, what if UD would have reacted adversely?"
Wally looked at me, lifted my chin up and said "I was prepared for a negative reaction if he gave me one. I told myself that it does not change my mind or my intent to marry you. I knew though that I'd have to work harder to earn UD's blessing. It all came out fine though, and when he is here in ten days, we can have healthy and happy discussions about our future. I love you very much CJ, and I never intend to overstep my bounds with you sweetheart." I looked deep into Wally eyes, gave him a kiss and said "we're fine Wally. I love you also baby, and thank you for looking out for all of us as we move forward in our future together. I have to admit, it's a load off my mind that UD is in the loop on our news and that he is blessing us moving forward."
Wally poured us each a cup of coffee and we went out on the patio to enjoy it. After we sat down, I said "do we need to be time conscious on our arrival at Mama Bette's today?" He replied saying "she is going to be open until 2:00 today for her breakfast crowd. As long as were there before 2:00 we're fine." I smiled and said "sounds good. I told the chief this morning we will be back by 2:00 for the cookout. He's up to something Wally, so I don't want to spoil his surprise today." Wally cracked up and said "we've got plenty of time to get to Mama Bette's followed by our arrival back at our place. Should we surprise Alex with anything?" I smiled and said "I've been thinking of something sweetheart, but I keep coming up blank with ideas for him." Wally grinned and said "how about if we show up early, and throw his plans off track?" I smiled at Wally and replied "I'm up for it if you are babe. Let's get there at 1:00 and see if he freaks out on us."
I looked at my phone, and it was just 8:30 am. I asked Wally "how about one more cup of coffee, and then we'll get showered up for breakfast and our return trip?" Wally said "sound good babe. I have an idea I want to run by you for UD and Jack's arrival."
I returned with our coffee and Wally began his idea pitch to me. He suggested to see if I can get the Thursday and Friday off while UD and Jack are here. He said "after your shows on Wednesday, we'll drive down here and meet them at the bungalow. I'll give them directions from Sarasota airport to the bungalow. We can go boating and do other things with them here, and then drive back up to St Pete Beach on Saturday morning for our weekend activities. They can stay with us at the condo for the rest of the visit, and then return to Sarasota for their flight home. How does that sound to you CJ?" I smiled and said "you're quickly becoming my planning extraordinaire Wally! It sounds wonderful as we can take them boating, parasailing and maybe get a round of golf in with them. They can meet Mama Bette, Captain Zeke and Toby. We'll go to the football game on Sunday, and then they can lounge around St Pete Beach for the rest of their stay. Excellent idea my love!" Wally said "I'll go ahead and block out the bungalow now so we will have it for next Wednesday through Saturday."
Thankfully the bungalow is available and Wally blocked the dates out for personal use. I know that UD is going to love the bungalow and the beach once he and Jack arrive. They may not want to leave, and just stay here their whole visit. I can easily see UD asking us to reserve the bungalow several times a year for him and Jack. Hopefully, it becomes an easy place for them to escape to knowing that Wally and I will cover any stories they need from us.
After we finished coffee, Wally looked at me and said "are you up for a shower?" I chuckled and said "I'm always ready for one with you right beside me." Wally stood up, pulled me out of my chair and kissed me with one of his best soft, sensual and arousing kisses. After he broke the kiss, he looked deep into my eyes and said "I've been waiting for someone to make love to me in one of these showers CJ. Before we leave, I want you to be the one and take me away on a magic carpet ride."
Wally and I headed for the shower. He turned on the water, made some adjustments to the temperature and then we both entered. I began to kiss him as the water cascaded over the two of us. I continued to kiss him and began working his nipples with my fingers. My kisses spread to his neck and his chest area, as he began pleasant moans of passion.
I had him backed up against the shower wall and continued my frontal attack on him. He and I were grinding our groins together. I worked my hands down his back and eventually placed them on his ass cheeks. Wally moaned louder as I squeezed his cheeks, and began working my index fingers around his asshole. I worked my fingers into his ass and his moans continued to get louder. Wally whispered in my ear "that's it baby, work my hole. I want to feel you inside me CJ. You're the only one who has ever gone there for me, and it's an incredible feeling sweetheart whenever you do it for me."
As I continued to expand Wallys asshole, I got down on my knees and began to give him a blowjob. I have discovered several techniques over the last three months which he seems to extremely enjoy. He did not let me down as his moans increased significantly as I performed my special techniques on him.
I can tell that Wally is enjoying the attention I am giving him. His cock continues to expand, and he is moaning louder by the minute. A few minutes later he said "CJ, you're going to make me cum and I want this to last longer. Let me switch with you and pleasure you baby."
I stood up and backed myself against the shower wall. Wally stepped out of the shower and retrieved the disposable camera. When he came back in, he smiled at me and said "we have four more pictures on this, so let's use them up in the shower. We'll drop the camera off for processing before we get back to our other home sweetheart." Wally went down on his knees, put my cock in his mouth and began long sensual strokes on me. He soon had me moaning as well.
We both continued to enjoy our shower. Wally continued to give me pleasure with an incredible blowjob. I ran my fingers through his wet hair and a few minutes later he stood up, kissed me and said "baby I need to feel you inside me now. Please give me my daily dose of CJ, baby!" I smiled at him, gave him a round of sensual kisses and said "your wish is my command captain! Here's to conquering another one of your fantasies this weekend my love."
I turned Wally around facing the back wall of the shower. I adjusted my stance, and began expanding his hole with my fingers. His ass still seemed relaxed from my previous work on him. I took my cock in my right hand, and began to enter him slowly. Once I was in fully, he started to chuckle and said "your pubic hair tickles me this morning CJ." I began laughing along with him and increased my motion in and out of his asshole. My man was soon back in his pleasure zone as he said "yeah baby, that's it give me all you got CJ."
Wally picked up the camera off the shower seat and said "smile CJ. Let's give the photo technician a couple of pictures to make them wonder about us." He extended his arm out, and I leaned over his back while still having my cock in his ass. He snapped two pictures and said "we'll save the last two for you sitting on the seat, while I'm riding you baby."
We continued on with both of us experiencing sheer pleasure. After a while Wally said to me "sit down on the seat CJ. I want to ride you for a while." I sat down, and Wally was able to mount himself on me very easily. He looked at me and said "I'm so glad we're both versatile CJ. I love feeling you inside me, and I love the feeling of me inside you. We're quite the pair baby, and I'm so happy that I'm going to spend the rest of my life with you in it. I love you CJ." Wally then began a kissing attack on me while I continued my anal attack on him.
Wally retrieved the camera, and we took our last two pictures. We moved our faces close together and if the shots turn out okay, they will be beautiful. He sat the camera back down on the seat and continued to enjoy the ride I'm giving him. He looked at me and said "keep it up stud. I'm about ready to shoot all over us." I increased my speed and Wally began his deep moans again. Without any hand action, he started shooting all over the two of us. I smiled at him, gave him a kiss and said "yeah baby, that's it. Enjoy the rest of your ride and have a gentle landing." I continued my thrusting action, knowing I did not have too much time to last with Wally clenching his ass muscles tight around my throbbing cock.
I eventually came in Wally's asshole. We continued to kiss and I began to slow down my strokes into his ass. He looked at me intently and said "oh CJ, you make me feel so good my love." I flashed a smile at him and said "ditto my love. I love the feelings we give each other, and I'm ready to feel them everyday for the rest of our lives together."
We both came down from our sexual high and finished our shower together. We dried each other off, brushed our teeth and each of us did a quick shave. Wally turned to me and said "I hate to see this weekend end CJ." I smiled at him and replied "it's been a wonderful weekend together Wally. I'm not sad it's ending. I'm very happy knowing that it's the first of many weekends for us together at the bungalow. Everything has been perfect baby, and I'm so happy that we have this as our retreat when we need it. Just think, we'll be back here in ten days to enjoy some more time together with UD and Jack. I'm a little nervous about hosting them, but with you by my side I know everything will be fantastic baby. I'm always going to remember this weekend, and all of the beautiful tender moments you gave me. I look forward to so many more with you Wally." Wally teared up, smiled at me and said "how do you always know what to say to make me feel so happy and special? What you said was so beautiful CJ, and I feel the same way. This is our place now, and I'm so happy to share it with you for the rest of our lives together sweetheart."
We packed up our belongings, put our towels and sheets into a hamper by the washer, made sure that everything was turned off in the bungalow and loaded up the jeep with our suitcases. I looked at Wally and said "can we take one more picture of us at the front door?" He smiled and replied "we sure can my love." After we took the picture, we put the jeep roof down, climbed in and headed for Mama Bette's. Wally turned to me and said "I don't know about you, but I am starved. It's amazing what a beautiful shower together can do to increase a man's appetite." I smiled at him and said "I'm hungry also baby. I need to fill up on a Mama Bette breakfast in order to last me for another ten days."
We pulled into Mama Bette's parking lot, and her restaurant appeared busier than it had been on our previous visits. Wally walked into the restaurant first, and I followed him in. Mama was behind the counter and said "I was wondering if you two were going to make it in this morning. Please sit down at one of the empty tables and I'll be with you very soon." Wally led us to a table by the front window. We didn't even look at her menu, as we both wanted a piece of her casserole as well as a burrito.
Mama Bette came over to our table with a carafe of coffee and two glasses of water. She said "good morning to both of you. I hope you brought a cooler, as I've got plenty of food for the two of you to fill it up this morning." I cracked up laughing and said "it's in the jeep Mama, just waiting for your wonderful creations. I'll grab it for you before we leave today. She smiled at me and said "what can I get you this morning CJ?" I told her "I'll have a glass of cranberry juice, a piece of your breakfast casserole and a burrito please Mama Bette." Before she could even ask Wally, he said "make it two of everything Mama Bette." She laughed at us both and said "coming up my friends. Don't talk too much about me while I'm gone!"
I texted Alex to see if we had any tortilla chips for the seafood dip? He texted me back quickly and said that we did. I also asked him if he thought crab cakes will go over as an appetizer? He replied "they sound great to me CJ. We can warm them up in the microwave when you get here." I replied and said "nope, no microwaves! Mama Bette's first rule is to reheat as instructed on the packages. I'll explain more when we get back." Alex replied with several smiley emoji's and said "okay, see you later."
Wally and I enjoyed more conversation while sipping our coffee. Mama Bette had someone else bring our juice and food over to us. Everything tasted wonderful, just as it had on our previous meals. The breakfast crowd started thinning out, and Mama Bette came to our table and said "can I join you two for a cup of coffee?" We both said yes at the same time, and Mama Bette refilled the coffee carafe and grabbed a cup for herself. She sat down next to Wally and said "so did you two fall deeper in love this weekend?" Wally grinned at me and said "I think we did Mama Bette. Our weekend was absolutely beautiful. We'll be back down in ten days, and at that time we'll introduce you to CJ's uncle UD and his partner Jack." Mama smiled and said "I'm anxious to meet both of them. You two be sure and bring them in for a breakfast, and I'll have some seafood dip and other appetizers ready for you four to take to the bungalow."
We continued our discussion with Mama Bette and she said "you two start thinking about what foods you want to serve at your wedding. June will be here before you know it, and I'd like to have a list together by April for your June wedding." I smiled and said "we'll have it created for you Mama Bette, and I'm sure you'll get plenty of ideas from UD and Jack when you meet them."
I continued the conversation and said "I'm going to the bathroom, then I'll get the cooler from the jeep." I figured Mama Bette needed some time alone with Wally to give her formal seal of approval on our relationship.
When I returned to the table, Mama Bette said "let me go pack this up with everything I have for you two." I sat back down and took one last sip of coffee. Wally was staring at me with a big smile on his face. I smiled back and said "did I pass her test, and do I have her approval to marry you?" He cracked up and said "you sure do. She thinks we're a very handsome couple, and she's glad I have found true love in my life." I grabbed Wally's hand, brought it to my face and kissed it. I looked deep into his eyes and said "so am I Wally."
Mama Bette returned with the cooler and said "okay gentlemen, I included everything you ordered, plus I threw in a few of my new recipes I've been working on. Let me know what you think of everything." Wally got up and gave Bette a hug and kiss. She turned to me and said "you're just an angel. Thank you for coming into his life and making him happier than I've ever seen." She wrapped me in her arms with a warm hug as well as a kiss. Wally handed her our winnings from karaoke and she said "what is this for? Your money is no good here Anthony!" He smiled at her and said "it's what we owe you for all of the food you provided." She replied "this is way too much money, you take half of it home with you." I smiled and said "you keep everything Mama please. Use the other half for a deposit on the food that UD and Jack will eat. Trust me, we may need to triple that amount to cover their expenses." We all had a good laugh on that and Bette said "you two be safe travelling today, and I'll have everything ready for you when you are back in ten days." I gave Bette another hug and said "don't be surprised if you meet UD and Jack prior to us arriving. We're going to work Wednesday morning, then meet up with them in the afternoon here. I'm going to tell them to stop in here for breakfast after their flight." She smiled at me and said "I'll take good care of them CJ until you two get here. We may have your wedding food all thought up before you arrive."
More hugs were shared, and we eventually made our way out to the jeep. I secured the cooler in the back seat, and climbed into the driver's seat. I turned to Wally and said "do you want to drive back babe?" He smiled and said "no, I'd rather just be in the passenger seat and look at your beautiful face all morning my love." He leaned in, gave me a kiss and said "let's head back and see if we can help the chief with any last-minute barbecue details."
We decided to take the interstate back to St Pete Beach, which only took us over an hour to return home. Once we made our way back to the beach area, we still had some time to kill as it was just 12:15 pm. Wally said "let's stop at Walgreen's and drop the camera off for processing." I said "that sounds good. There's a Dollar Tree close to it. I'd like to go in and get everyone a gift bag for their tee shirts."
Before Wally and I knew it, we had killed another hour in our schedule. It's amazing how quickly time goes by when we're together doing nothing special at all. We were able to find gift bags for everyone which matched the colors of their tee shirts. I opened up the back of the jeep and we filled all of the sacks in the parking lot. People probably thought we were crazy, but I did not care. I was with the love of my life, and we were doing something fun for all of our friends.
We pulled into the parking lot at 1:15 pm, well ahead of our planned 2:00 arrival. Wally and I exited the jeep and I saw Fred holding Jimmy up. Jimmy was waving at the two of us and yelled "hi CJ, hi Wally. Please get up here quick. Daddy and I have something special to tell you." I smiled and said "okay Jimmy, we'll be up soon. Will you come down here and help us carry some stuff up?" Fred left Jimmy come down to the parking lot. Jimmy gave Wally and I each a hug and said "I hope you two had a nice weekend. Daddy and I have had a busy weekend." I smiled at Jimmy and said "okay, we better get back up there and hear your good news then. Will you help me carry some of these gift bags up to the condo?" Jimmy smiled and said "wow, so many gifts. Do I get one of these?" Wally smiled at his remarks and said "you sure do Jimmy. Your bag might even be your favorite color of blue?" Jimmy smiled and said "wow, what a great Monday! No school, I get to eat cheeseburgers, play darts and now I get a present." Fred was able to hear our discussion and cracked up at Jimmy's comments.
Jimmy, Wally and I rode up the elevator together. Jimmy took the lead out of the elevator and started running to our place. He said "CJ and Wally, stay outside until I say it's okay to come in." I cracked up knowing Alex had Jimmy on special assignment. I replied back to Jimmy saying "okay Jimmy. You let us know when it's safe to come in." Jimmy went into the condo and shut the door behind him. Fred greeted both of us with a hug. He looked at both of us and said "before we enjoy the afternoon together, I want to thank you both for making me feel so welcome into your circle of friends. I've had friends over the years watching out for Jimmy and me. This group though is the most caring, considerate and loving group I have ever been included into. The inclusion is due to both of you, and I will never be able to repay both of you for making Jimmy and myself feel welcomed and loved." I got a big lump in my throat and replied "Fred, it's been an extreme pleasure to meet you and Jimmy. You both have touched me deeply in my life, and I'm here for both of you in whatever I can do to help you out moving forward." Wally smiled and said "all I can say is ditto to what CJ said, Fred." Fred replied "we did not tell Jimmy about your engagement, but I plan to explain it to him very soon. Alex is already planning on him to be the ring bearer at your wedding. Speaking of rings, I hear they are so beautiful." Wally extended his hand to show Fred. Fred smiled at both of us and said "congratulations you two. I wish you both a lifetime full of love, happiness and good health together."
Just as Fred finished his comments, Jimmy opened the door and grabbed the rest of the gift sacks from me. He said "Alex needs two more minutes guys, then I can let you in." Fred, Wally and I cracked up laughing and I said "how bad did we alter Alex's plans by arriving early?" Fred replied "not too much. He felt that you'd arrive earlier than two, so he had all of us show up at 1:00 today. I think it's just some last-minute finishing touches going on. I brought Jimmy over early this morning, and we enjoyed breakfast with Ronny and Alex. Since that time, Jimmy has been helping Alex while Ronny and I stayed out of their way. We ended up playing darts and drinking beer on the patio. Ronny told me just to relax and let Alex and his co-planner take care of everything. It's been fun watching Jimmy helping Alex out."
Fred continued on and said "in case Jimmy forgets, he and I found a house we like. It needs some work, but it's in a great location in South Pasadena, has a nice patio and a small pool in the backyard. Jimmy loves it and said he will help me with all of the updates we want to make to it. It is a three bedroom, two bath ranch. Jimmy has claimed the two smaller bedrooms. He wants to paint one crimson and gray, with the other bedroom being painted light blue and tan." Wally shook Fred's hand and said "congratulations Fred! We'll get you all the supplies you need through the company to save some money. I know the crew in there along with CJ and I will be happy to help out with the renovations Fred." Fred smiled and said "I know, everyone inside has already promised me their help. I put the offer in on Saturday night, and the owners accepted the offer yesterday. I'm very excited about it, and CJ once again you're the reason this is happening so quickly for us. I can't thank you enough for all of the generosity you have extended to Jimmy and myself."
Fred hugged me in a bear hug, and gave me a kiss on my lips. Maybe I made too much out of the kiss, but I immediately thought to myself "perhaps I can get Fred and Toby together?"
Jimmy opened the front door and said "okay CJ and Wally, you can both come in now." Once again, the three of us cracked up at Jimmy's comments. We followed him into the living area when he screamed "OKAY EVERYONE, THEY'RE HERE!" The rest of the group was split up into three smaller groups and all came out yelling "SURPRISE AND CONGRATULATIONS" from the patio, our bedroom and the guest hallway.
Hugs immediately began around the room with Jimmy yelling at the top of his lungs "we did it Alex, we surprised them!" I grabbed Jimmy, picked him up and said "you sure did Jimmy, thank you so much." Jimmy smiled at me, squeezed me around my neck and said "Alex did all of the work, but I was able to help him out with lots of stuff today, CJ. I had fun planning this party for you and Wally." I put Jimmy down and he immediately went to Wally who also picked him up for a hug. Wally looked at him and said "thanks Jimmy, you really surprised me with this party. I don't know how many more surprises I can take today." Jimmy laughed and said "Daddy and I also bought a house Wally, isn't that great?" Wally looked at him and said "wow Jimmy, that is great and I'm really happy for you and your dad. Are you still going to paint your bedroom like the office here?" Jimmy replied saying "there are two bedrooms on my side of the house. One is going to be painted like your office, and the other is going to be painted blue and tan. I'm going to like them both Wally."
Even though I saw everyone last week, it's going to be a memorable afternoon to be shared by all of us. Alex is in the height of his glory. He quickly unpacked the cooler which Wally had brought in and began reading the heating instructions for the seafood dip and crab cakes. It was obvious that he enlisted everyone for special assignments. A good time will be had by all.
Everyone asked Wally and I to show the rings off. Smaller conversations began and time started to fly by as the party went on throughout the afternoon and into the evening. The weekend was fantastic, and coming home to everyone has been a wonderful, joyous event.
All through the afternoon, I was able to have special individual conversations with everyone. My conversation with Ronny touched me the most. We started getting teary eyed, and he said "my brother, we have come along way from Maumee. Your future looks incredible CJ. Now, I need you to give me guidance to make my future turn out the way I want it to be." I smiled at my dear friend, hugged him, kissed him and said "I will Ronny. You're on a great start, and I know in my heart that both of our long-range forecasts will be full of love and happiness. We're on our way, my brother."