The Mennonite - A New Start 30 CGW
As we walked to the house which was just around the corner, David announced he had some news about Erin and him. Micah said; boy if you are going to tell us you have went and gotten her in a family way after all we have told you about waiting until your wedding night your ass is grass. In a panic David replied; no Daddy I would never touch her in that way I know better Sir, she is going to College in the States and she will be there for 4 years minimum so we are going to wait until she get finished before we are joined. I may be reckless but I'm not a total idiot Sir. Micah grabbed his son and hugged him tight and apologized for doubting him and jumping to conclusions. Daddy it's not like you were that far off base, but she convinced me to wait until it was the correct time.
David asked; Poppa why Rob, Bertha Lou was your pride and joy and you just up and gave her to him. He wasn't raised here all of his life and a lot of mystery surrounds his past. I looked at my son and said; I know a lot more about him than the rest of you know, all except Daddy and he knows the whole truth about the young man and knows what he deserves in life and soon he will tell all of you very soon.
Micah started sniffle and said; thank you my love. David stopped in his tracks and said; holy shit he's Daddy's biological son isn't he. Adam said; years ago the two of you went through a rough patch and almost broke up, now it makes perfect sense, he fauns all over him and you adore him also and you had us two carrying them breakfast and lunch and they were at supper every night, that's the reason you gave the big goober Bertha Lou. He's the son you could never give Daddy, but you are willing to accept him into the family as your own. He has Daddies blue eyes, the Gunderson Eyes holy shit, no wonder he's built like a brick shithouse he's my father's son indeed. When are you going to tell him who his real father is?
Micah said; very soon, my very smart son, who's too smart for his own good. On Sunday we have called for a gathering of the entire Gunderson Family and all will be reviled to him there. And it doesn't hurt that it's Rob's 27th birthday so he won't be any the wiser in the matter.
I remarked that your father has always brought home every stray child that had been kicked to the curb out of his guilt for having to watch someone else raise his son as his own and all he could do was to send money to support him. He wasn't allowed to speak to him or even see him, every now and then he would see him by accident and it would tear your Daddy's heart to pieces. David hugged his Daddy and said; that's what makes you the greatest Dad in the world and that's why all of us kids love you so very much.
Everything was set up for the party and the place settings were on the table. Adam wondered why Rob was at the main table mixed within the kids of their family, he asked David what was up. And in his smart ass attitude David said; you aren't so smart after all are you my brother, only time will tell.
Everything was going wonderful and we served the birthday cake, Micah said; it was time for gifts and sat a file box on the table Rob opened the box and it was filled with photos of Rob through the years and school reports and other records and he asked Micah how did he get all of these records of his past. I handed him a manila envelope and said; this should explain everything you need to know when you read it.
Rob opened the envelope and pulled out the paper that it contained, it read Certificate of Birth, Childs name; Robert Earl Gunderson and had his mother's name on it in the column for mother and in the fathers space it read; Micah Earl Gunderson, father and noted the parents were unwed.
Rob laid the Birth Certificate on the table and got up and walked a few steps away and went to his hands and knees and started to cry. Adam picked up the Certificate and read it and responded; HOLY SHIT the prodigal son has come home. Poppa did you know about him and for how long have you kept Daddy's secret. Yes Adam and ever since your Daddy found out for himself, he was going to have a biological son but circumstances prevented him from being part of one his son's life, so go very easy on him he has been hurting for years.
Micah walked over to where Rob was on his knees and said; let me help you up son and we can sit and I will answer all your questions. Rob sat beside Joe and held his hand and asked; why didn't you fight for me if you were my father and why was I adopted be moms husband, didn't you want me. Micah started out; back then unmarried fathers had no rights or power, the laws gave the mother all of the power. So your Mom met her husband when you were only 1 and got married but if you look in the box you will find receipts for support and medical bills there was even an education fund set up but it disappeared thanks to Frank's drinking problem. You grew up so big he was afraid to hit on you, and even though she had a restraining order blocking me from having any contact with you because of my lifestyle, if he had beat on you I would have put him in the ground.
When you came out to them she called and said; he had kicked you out and to come pick up my faggot son, that's when we came and picked you up then set you up at the Dorm as a night time supervisor to keep an eye on you and why we were always checking up on you and Poppa was bringing you your favorite homemade chocolate cake and made sure you had everything you needed in the way of clothing and other things. We didn't want to intrude into your life by forcing our way into it. Everything changed when you got married to Joe and we knew that one day you would be parents to our grandchildren and Poppa said; it was time to let you know who you are, so here we are your big loud crazy family for better or worse, we can live here in the community as family or just good friends the choice is yours to make.
Beth walked up to him and hugged his neck and said; we love you little brother if any of the asses give you a problem just let me know and I'll whip their ass for you. Rob laughed and said; thank you so very much my little big sister. Rob spoke and said; the first thing I want to correct is my name, it should have never been changed in the first place, I was named after my father and it will be restored period. Galen replied that will be very easy for me to arrange and I will get started on it Monday morning.
Rob asked; Micah what happened if it wouldn't bring up bad memories, could he tell him the truth about how he came to be. Micah looked at me and I said; go on tell the kids what happened between us that started this whole revelation.
Poppa and I hit a rough patch and I went away for a long weekend in Hopkins, I stayed at B&B, your Mom was there on vacation and we got to talking she ordered me a drink and one drink led to another and soon I woke up in her bed completely nude and realized that we had sex when I was passed out. She had taken a business card out of my wallet so she could contact me later if things didn't work out between Poppa and me.
I headed home as soon as I could; I told him everything that happened. I begged for his forgiveness and told him I would never drink another drop of liquor again. 3 weeks later Poppa received a call from her telling him that I would be a father in a little over 8 -1/2 months, she was keeping the baby and would call when it was born so I would know what it was. We grew closer than ever; when you were born she called and told Poppa I had a son and if I wanted to see you I would have to leave him so she and I could be a proper family. I took ahold of the phone and said; I would never leave the love of my life, but I wanted to know my son, she screamed at me to fuck off you fucking faggot and filed a restraining order against me so I couldn't be a part of your life, but she never returned a single dime that Poppa and I sent to help raise you.
Poppa set up a college fund for you but when you were 17-1/2 she went to court to get control of the money and the courts gave it to her, he spent it all on booze and other things like a car and boat. You never saw one Dime. Since you came to live here Poppa has been rebuilding you a College fund to further your education.
Rob was crying like a baby by the time Micah finished his story. Micah responded; I know you might be mad at your mother but she's still your Mom never less, she will answer for what she did later on in life. Rob said; there's one thing, she will never be a part on my children's lives that's for sure, you two will be their grandparent's period. Joe sat there and consoled his husband. One by one all of the Gunderson's offered Rob their support and love. I stood and said; we need to finish their home so they can start their life together so you kids better get a move on it, because I plan on them cooking your Daddy and me a meal next Saturday night because I'm tired of cooking 3 meals a day for everyone. Beth said; you heard Poppa we have a house to finish up this week, anybody that doesn't work on it will get their ass kicked.
Over the next few days they worked on the house every free minute. Clyde returned to the dorm on Thursday at lunch and asked Joe how was it while he was gone to the Farm. Joe said; it was awesome we had the greatest time. Clyde said; we, who is we that you had a great time with Joe? Joe turned red in the face when he realized that he had made a major screw up. Everyone here in the Community that's what I meant by we, Clyde.
Clyde looked at his first cousin and remarked; if I didn't know better I would think you got laid over the weekend, oh shit you did get lucky dude what's her name. About that time Rob walked in and said that they were going to the furniture factory after lunch, Joe smiled at him and he returned the glance and walked to the office. Clyde stared at his cousin who was glowing at the sight of Rob and he said; oh Hell no you didn't, you and the Big Guy got it on over the weekend, you let him fuck you or did you just give him a blow job.
Joe looked at his cousin, he busted loose and hollered at him; Fuck you Clyde, I followed you around for years and never let myself admit that I liked guys, I was afraid of what you would think, but you can go to Hell and stay there for as I'm concerned. And yes I gave him a blow job and I also let my husband make love to me since Friday afternoon and we did it as many times as we could do it.
A shocked Clyde sat there shocked that his cousin hollered at him and what he said. Clyde spoke in a quiet voice, you are the only person that I have in my life and I can't lose you. If you are sure you want to see him who am I to stand in your way. Clyde you didn't understand me, we were joined Friday and he is my husband here's my ring that he placed on my finger to prove his feelings for me are true. Clyde sat there and started to cry and asked; what will I do without you by myside in life. I said; learn to be your own man Clyde, take credit for your accomplishments that you will make for yourself. Let's you and I go to lunch and these two will catch up in a few minutes, you know being newlyweds they can't stand to be apart from one another for more than 5 minutes. Joe you go to your husband, Clyde will be just fine with me in the dining hall.
As we walked to the dining room I said; get it off your chest Clyde how do you really feel about Joe getting married to another man. Mr. Clayton I don't know how I feel I'm numb; I'm truly alone for the first time in my life. Clyde there are people all around you if you open your heart and let them in.
We entered the dining room and sat down, our server was Jenny Larson she was a cute young girl that had been through a lot in her 19 years, she lost her father young and his people put her and her mother out because her mother would let them arrange a joining with a man 20 years older than Jenny of their choice so now they lived here. I asked Jenny how were her studies going, she replied very well Poppa Clayton I have a 5.0gpa. I said; keep up the great work young lady, Jenny I want you to meet Clyde Carrington he will be staying here at the community for 5 years minimum. Clyde looked up at her and he was suddenly tongue tied. Jenny laughed at him and said; when he learns to talk let me know.
Clyde was red in the face as he sat there and said; wow she's beautiful looking, who is she? I responded that young man is a young lady and you will treat her respectful. Yes sir, she is just so beautiful, I've never seen a young lady that looks like her before. Jenny returned with my usual ice tea, she brought Clyde one also and took our order, I said; Jenny after you place our order come back and have a seat we need to talk. Clyde turned ghostly white and said; why did you invite her to come back and set with us. I looked at him and said; how else would you get to know her if I didn't help you Clyde. He was totally embarrassed at my actions but he would be glad later on.
Jenny returned and had a seat and said; what can I help you with Poppa Clayton? Young Clyde is going to be here for a while and he needs to meet some of our young people in the Community and I want you to help. Jenny said; yes Poppa Clayton I will help him. Clyde may I ask why you are here at the Giving Community. Clyde looked down and said; because I messed up real bad and I was given the choice to either come here for 5 years, learn what it meant to be a part of something productive and a trade or I could spend 10 years in Prison locked up. Jenny laughed and said; a pretty thing like you wouldn't last 5 minutes in Prison before you were some big bruisers little woman. Clyde turned red in the face and admitted, that was pointed out by the Elder to him so he decided it would be here. Jenny said; she needed to get back to work if I didn't need anything else. I do need something from you Jenny; I need you to come to supper tonight at the house. Yes Poppa Clayton I'll be there no problem sir. Good we will be there at 6:00 pm waiting. She smiled at Clyde and walked away. As Joe and Rob walked up Clyde sat there with his mouth hanging open, Joe said; what's wrong with jerkoff, I replied he just met his future and by the way you three be dressed and at the house for supper at 5:00pm we need to go over a few rules before his date arrives. Clyde sputtered, my date? Yes I said date you lunkhead so be scrubbed and ready to follow some very strict rules of conduct young man or I will whip your ass, and if you think what David did to your ass was bad, you haven't felt anything yet.
Yes Sir; I'll be there and I will follow all of your rules Sir. Jenny brought us our meals and smiled at Clyde and walked off. Rob said; Poppa you must be kidding, you set those two up on a date, she so perfect and he is a total screw up. I replied; who needs to meet a good person to unlock his heart and show him how wonderful life can be so don't judge him Rob, no one is perfect in this life. Yes sir I understand responded Rob, but what about David and Alec sir. I will handle them and they will act like gentlemen tonight or I will whip David's ass until he can't sit down for a week.