Chapter 3
Jess moving in with me couldn't have been timed better. We got a bedroom finished right before the heavy snow of winter started. It was a harsh winter, with low temperatures and more snow than I've ever seen.
Pyrus seems hardly bothered by the weather. He's checking out his new cat toy.
We sold all of Jess's loot except the hot tub. We thought we'd keep it so we could kick back and relax. Even though the water was warm, the freezing air was still detrimental. Poor Jess stepped out of the hot tub, and the water instantly froze to her body.
I was really worried about her. I was afraid I would lose her already, when I just found her. I did my best to nurse her back to health. First I thawed her out with a hair dryer.
Then I had her stand in front of our little heater. Poor Jess. Thank goodness she's okay. Hot tubbing + winter = bad idea. The hot tub has to go.
Our house is coming along quite nicely. You can see we have our walls up, and can now move our kitchen into the actual kitchen. Things are looking up!
I bought a weight machine to get myself into shape. How exciting that, not only is it inside the house, but I have a whole separate room to put it in.
Yeah! Now that's what I'm talking about! Check out these biceps!
Now that we have a table, Jess and I can take our meals together and discuss important issues.
Jess got a makeover! The girl is hot, hot, hot!
With Jess's income, it wasn't long before we were able to get our walls and floors done. What do you think? Looking pretty good, huh?
Here's a view of the living room looking into the dining room. Don't you just love the moods the walls bring to the room? Our dining room is warm and inviting. Our living room is deep and relaxing. We found everything we need at Sugah's Place. Beautiful selections. If you haven't been there, I highly recommend it! (Link at the end of the chapter)
Soon I was able to buy a more comfortable bed.
I know what you're thinking. You're wondering why I have a sink in my bedroom. To prevent the spread of germs, of course. And the burglar alarm? I have one in every room of the house. There's always a chance that the one on the front door won't work, enabling a burglar to get into another room. You can never be too careful.
Speaking of germs, they're everywhere. I'll scrub this shower until it shines.
Germs...
Jess told me that she was suddenly feeling queasy.
Then she told me why. I'm going to be a daddy!
When our baby grows to be a child, he or she can use my weight room for a bedroom.
Aah! Right outside the window!
You will never be a part of this Legacy. Go home.
I decided to finally tie the knot with Jess.
Finally! The house is finished. Looks pretty sharp, if I do say so myself.
I've always wanted to write a novel.
Okay, now what's another word for germs?
Bacteria! Of course!
Ah, she's beautiful, isn't she?
In true Legacy fashion, Jess gives birth in the bathroom. Why now? When both the toilet and shower need to be repaired.
Jess: Honey, the baby's coming!
Me: Hmm? Okay, just one sec.
Jess: It's a boy! He's beautiful!
Me: Okay - be right there.
Jess: Look at him! Just look at him! He's a little angel. We'll call him Alwyn.
Me: Arrgh! This bathroom is a mess! I can't stand it! Water everywhere! Germs...
I'm a proud papa! Ewww. Babies are gross!
Ewww. Germs...
I decided to quit the casino job because it was a seven day a week deal. I'm tired of never having a day off. My lifetime dream is to rise to the top of the Medical career. And they have a position open! Unfortunately, my first night is also Alwyn's birthday. I'll be sad to miss it. But our family will be better off.
What a beautiful boy! He'll be perfect to carry on the Avalon Legacy.
Pyrus had some offspring, too. One of these kittens will continue his legacy.
Aww, now that's cute.
The hospital gave me this mechanical dummy to practice my surgical skills on. First, I make an incision with the scalpel.
Now let's see what we have in here...
Hmmm. I have no idea what this is.
Eh, whatever it is we don't need it.
Let's see what else we can find.
A hamburger!? Buddy, you better start watching your diet.
Hello, what's this? Blue, sqhishy.
*thump thump* *thump thump*
Oh no!! It's a heart! I wasn't supposed to take this out!
What do I do now?
He's not breathing! Staring mouth to mouth!
The light is flashing! Why is the light flashing!?
Starting compressions!
Breathe, darn it!
C'mon, breathe!
Don't do this to me! Please wake up!
This isn't funny anymore. Wake up!
Wake up, damn you!!! Please...
He's breathing again! Whew! That was a close one.
Now to close the incision.
There you go, Mr. Dummy, good as new. Nothing to worry about.
Yeah, I'm awesome. I'm going to be a great doctor.
What's next for the Avalon family? Will little Alwyn grow up well? You'll have to read the next chapter to find out!
All the fabulous wallpapers you see in the Avalon house can be found at
Sugah's Place.
