Part 18.

Hey guys! Here is part 18! Enjoy and thanks for reading! I've decided that one day I'm going to make a book out of all these, but it'll be a while, I have a lot left to write!

“Oh my...” Lindsi’s mother said as she grabbed Lindsi’s ringed hand. “ Isn’t it beautiful!?” Lindsi squealed. “Yes... Mom… He told me he loved me..” Lindsi said. Lindsi’s mother looked up. “HE DID?” “YES!” Lindsi said happily. “Oh my goodness!” “I know... I just am in awe. It amazes me.” “I know it does sweetheart.” Lindsi’s mother said happily.

 The next morning Lindsi’s woke to the sound of her phone ringing on her bedside table. She answered it sleepily. “Helllo?” She said stretching under her warm covers. “I love hearing you when you just wake up.” Trevors voice said over the phone. “I wish I could say the same about waking up to answer you.” Lindsi said rolling over. “Awe baby, I’m sorry. Now get up and look out your window.” “Ughhhhh. Trevor. You better not be here I swear I look like crap. At least give me some time to get ready.” Trevor laughed. “I’m not there baby, just look for me. And for the record I’m sure you look great.” “I’m only getting out of this bed because I love you.” Lindsi said. “I love you too now go.” Lindsi walked to her window and pulled back the curtain. The ground had at least 5 inches of snow on it and it was still coming down. “It’s snowing!” Lindsi said excitedly. “Yes baby. Now you can go back to bed if you want.” Trevor said. “ARE YOU CRAZY?! I’m heading outside pronto!” Lindsi said scrambling for clothes. Trevor laughed. “I was hoping you’d say that. I’m on my way.” “Did you-“ Lindis started. “Yes, I talked to your mom this mornig and she said it was cool, and my parents are staying inside because they can’t do anything outside with this much snow on the ground.” “Awesome! BE VERY CAREFUL! I’ll see you when you get here I love you!” Lindsi said. “I love you too baby, and I’m going like 30 miles an hour. No worries. Don’t use up all the snow on the ground so there isn’t any for when I get there!” Trevor said excitedly. “Oh I don’t think we will have to worry about that.” Lindsi said. “Okay baby I’ll see you in a while. Oh, by the way, you sure did change your tune quickly once you realized it was snowing, and I was coming to see you.” Trevor said jokingly. Lindsi laughed. “Shut up, I love you, byeee!” Lindsi then hung up the phone, finished getting dressed, and headed outside. Once outside she went and got her dog Maya so she could experience her first snow. Maya didn’t really know what to think of it. It was cold, wet, and white. She licked at it and the dug in it, then ran and tried to eat the falling snowflakes. She was a hoot. About 45 minutes later, after Maya was all tired out, and put back in her pen, Lindsi heard Trevor pull into the driveway.  Lindsi scooped up some snow and made a snowball. She then snuck around and out the gate, and chunked the snowball and Trevor’s back. As the snowball hit him he turned around smiling. “This. Means. War. Come here you!” Trevor said running after Lindsi. Lindsi ran back to the backyard, and Trevor followed. Lindsi hurriedly picked up more snow and chunked it at him, hitting him in the chest. Trevor then picked up snow and threw it hitting Lindsi in the butt. “Hey!” Lindsi said stopping and turning around. Trevor caught her, and wrapped his arms around her. “I knew that would get you to stop, so I could catch you.” Trevor said out of breath. “Dang you.” Lindsi said hugging him close. “I caught you, so therefore I win. So where’s my prize?” Trevor said as he raised his eyebrows. “Right here.” Lindsi said as she neared to kiss him, but right before she did she dumped a handful of snow down the back Trevor’s shirt. “OHHHH! COLD!” Trevor said dancing around to get the snow out of his shirt. Lindsi doubled over laughing. Trevor took that moment to stop dancing and scoop her up over his shoulder. “Trevor put me down!” Lindsi said as she flailed her legs and arms. “Ha! And risk you dumping snow down my shirt again? In your dreams baby.” Trevor carried Lindsi around the yard and she continued to laugh and protest. Finally he moved her to where he was holding her back with one arm and his other was under her knees.  “Are you ready to play nice and fair?” Trevor said as he looked at Lindsi’s flushed pink cheeks. “I suppose so.” Lindsi huffed. “I can always carry you around some more like a sack of potatoes.” Trevor said. “NO! I’ll be nice!” Lindsi pleaded. “Okay. Promise?” Trevor asked. “I promise.” Lindsi said and she wrapped her arms around Trevor’s neck. “Good. Now where were we before you dumped frozen water down my back?” Lindsi smiled. “Right. Here.” She then kissed Trevor’s cold mouth. “Perfect” Trevor whispered. “I couldn’t agree more.” Lindsi whispered back.

 

 

Part 17.

Here is my latest edition to my love story. Thanks for reading!!! :)

Lindsi couldn’t fight the tears that began to form in her eyes. Trevor knew she wasn’t sad though. She had the biggest smile on her face he had ever seen. “Trevor…” Lindsi said as she tried to control herself. Trevor took the ring out of the box for her. “Will you wear this ring Lindsi?” Trevor said starting to tear up himself. “Yes. Yes. Yes.” Lindsi repeated over and over as Trevor slipped the ring on her finger. When the ring was on Lindsi wrapped her arms around Trevor and Trevor wrapped his arms around Lindsi. They just looked at each other for a long time. Finally Lindsi spoke up. “Trevor, I love you too.” Trevor then began to cry again. “Baby! Stop! You’re going to ruin my makeup.” Lindsi said tearing up again. “I’m sorry baby. It just means so much to hear you say that. You are the only girl I’ve ever said that to.” That stopped Lindsi dead. He had never told any other girl that he had dated that he loved them? Wow. “Really?” Lindsi asked. “Really. I’ve never really felt the connection with them that I do with you. It took a lot of guts to say that.” “I can only imagine, honey.” Lindsi said as she snuggled into his jacket. “So do you like your ring?” “I absolutely love it, and you.” Lindsi said smiling and wiping a stray tear away from the corner of Trevor’s eye. He then reached up and took Lindsi’s hand and kissed the tips of her fingers and kissed the ring. Lindsi beamed. “I love that smile. I love everything about you.” Trevor said as he kissed Lindsi. This kiss was different, it was like they both had nothing to hold back any longer. Their feelings were free. And they loved it.  “You know I was worried you weren’t going to like the ring, or me telling you I loved you.” Trevor said as the kiss ended. “Why?” Lindsi said shocked. “I’ve wanted to tell you since our dancing date. I was afraid it was too soon.” “No. Don’t think that. It was perfect timing.” “Trevor smiled and held Lindsi’s hand. “Do you want to go for a walk?” “Sure! That would be great. I’ll just tell mom.” Lindsi said as she yelled through the door at her mother that they were going on a walk. After her mother OKed it, the two started out around the block. They were handing in hand and about half way through there walk when Lindsi felt something cold hit her hand. “Did you feel that she said as she looked at Trevor. “Yea...” Trevor said quizzically. Then before their very eyes, it began to snow. What a perfect Christmas this turned out to be. It might have been Christmas time, but Lindsi had spring time feelings in the middle of December.

“Oh! Snow!” Lindsi said as the flakes began to fall liberally. Trevor let go of Lindsi’s hand and caught some flakes in his hand. “You think it’ll stick?” Trevor asked. “I hope so I’ve got an itch for a snowball fight.” Lindsi said eyeing Trevor mischievously. “Do you now?” Trevor said advancing in Lindsi’s direction. “Mhm.” Lindsi said backing away. “I’ll have you know I’m a hunter.. so I’m a master at aim.” Trevor said getting closer to Lindsi. “Whatever. I won’t believe it til I see it.” Lindsi said. “Challenge accepted.” Trevor said smugly. “I bet you can’t even catch me.” Lindsi said playfully. “Again. Challenge accepted.” Trevor said advancing toward Lindsi quicker. Lindsi began to run. “Ah! The thrill of the hunt!” Trevor said as he ran after her.  Lindsi was laughing so hard it was beginning to get hard to run. Trevor caught up with her and wrapped his arms around her from behind. “I caught you babe.” Trevor breathed into her neck. “I know...” Lindsi said exhausted. “Now I get to... EAT YOU!!!” Trevor said as he nibbled on Lindsi’s neck and ear. Lindsi melted into a fit of giggles. “Wait! If you eat me then who will you love?” Lindsi asked. “Oh I just wanted a taste.” Trevor said licking his lips. “I’ll give you something to taste.” Lindsi mumbled as she spun around and kissed him. After the kiss was over Trevor said “That tasted like sugar. Sweet. Just like you.” Lindsi laughed. “Thank you babe, I’m pretty sure my dad could learn from you.” “Oh does he use corny lines like that too?” Trevor asked as he wrapped his arms around Lindsi again. “Every chance he gets.” Lindsi said. Trevor laughed. “So does my dad. It’s hilarious.” “Stick around and I’m sure you’ll hear some of my dad’s.” Lindsi said as they rounded the last turn to her house. “Oh I plan to sweetheart.” Trevor said they returned to her driveway. “You better go before the roads get to bad!” Lindsi said worried. “Okay babe. I will. I’ll drive really careful too.” Trevor said as he unlocked his truck door. “Okay babe, I don’t know what I’d do if something where to happen to you!” Lindsi said snuggling into Trevor. “Ditto baby.” Trevor said lifting Lindsi’s chin and taking her hand. “Merry Christmas sweetheart. I love you.” Trevor said as he kissed Lindsi goodbye. “I love you too baby. I love you too.” Lindsi said as the kiss ended. “I’ll text you when I get home.” Trevor said as he hugged Lindsi before he climbed into his truck. “Please be careful babe.” Lindsi said as he buckled in. “I swear babygirl.” Lindsi pressed her hand to the cold truck door and smiled. Trevor smiled and started his truck. Lindsi backed away and waved as he carefully backed out of her drive. She stood in the street until he was out of sight. It was then that she screamed and jumped up and down and looked at her ring. Then hurriedly went in to show her mother.

From the Heart. (Forgiveness)

Hey guys, I'm taking a short break from my love story to lay out my feelings. My best friend and I have parted ways. I'm having a hard time forgiving her, but I know I have to because forgiveness is for me, not her. So here goes. Stay Strong, we  where friends for 5 years. From the VERY FIRST DAY of high school, to about the 2nd month of college. We went through tears, family issues, boyfriends, laugher,everything. You were like a sister to me. I opened up my heart, family, house, everything I had to you. When you started college I started to get worried for you. I wasn't judging you. I was trying to help you. I can not hold you accountable for your own actions. That's something you have to do for you. I did however tell you I would help you if you needed it. The next thing I know Haley is jumping on me for a comment I made on something you posted that was meant to be positive. That was hurt number one, I know you say Haley is her own person, and I understand that but I KNOW you saw the comments. You didn't stick up for me. That hurt. Then you took me off your Facebook without explanation. Hurt #2. Then you reach out to me and I try and talk it out with you and Haley jumps in AGAIN. Hurt #3. I thought I meant so much more to you than this. I have ALOT of hurt, betrayal, anger, and resentment toward you. What you did to me hurt. It cut deep. You traded your BEST FRIEND (or so I thought) for a girl who you didn't even like at the beginning, and known less than a month. That hurt. It sucked. You replaced me with her. My song to you is Warrior by Demi. I know you are familiar. I didn't do anything you. I didn't say anything negative, I didn't do anything. You just disappear, and change friends and toss 5 years of  friendship away like it was nothing, hurt #4. And then you say I "judged you" and wasn't a real friend... hurt #5. If I did judge you im sorry. I don't see how everything I did for you was "judging you". I don't know if ill ever be able to go back. I'll forgive you eventually, but you made your choice when you let Haley say those EXTREMELY HURTFUL things to me. Hurt#5. I'm sorry if I "wasn't a real friend".  I think I was as real as I could be. I'm sorry to say this but you were wrong. I just don't understand how you can just up and throw away 5 years of friendship. I'm numb, and at a loss for words. I'm just amazed. You talked to me like I wasn't even anything to you. Like we never had 5 years of history. You have changed. You have started listening to rap music, you started talking "nigga" "ghetto" all this. You haven't figured out who you are yet, you just go with whatever influence you are around. It's like you aren't your own person anymore. You let the influence of others overshadow who you really are inside and who I thought you were inside. You changed your outlook on life. All you want ot do anymore is sleep and have fun. I recall you even saying "Who needs college?". Its like you haven't come to terms with the fact that you are in college, and are grown up now. You want to skate by with doing the minimal amount of work. I'm saying all this to say this: You are NOT the friend, the person, the BFF that I knew. You have allowed others to call me ugly names and to say HORRIBLE things to me without so much as an "I'm sorry." I know that I should forgive and I will but it will take time.

Part 16

Finals came and went and Trevor and Lindsi aced all of them. "We make a pretty good team." Trevor had said that day after all finals were over. "I agree." They went out to lunch to celebrate their first semester of college coming to a close.

Christmas was finally here and Lindsi could not be more excited. She had spent Christmas day with her family but both Trevor's and her parents agreed they could spend the 26th together. Trevor came over to Lindsi's house at 2 o clock. "Merry Christmas Trevor!" Lindsi's mother said when Trevor had arrived. "Merry Christmas Mrs. Chadwick." Trevor said as he gave Mrs. Chadwick a hug. "Merry Christmas Mr. Chadwick!" Trevor said as he went and shook Lindsi's dads hand. "Merry Christmas Trevor." Lindsi's dad said in return. "Gift time!" Lindsi said emerging from her room with a package. "Open yours first!" Lindsi said handing Trevor the gift. Trevor sat on the couch and Lindsi sat next to him. Lindsi's mother sat on  the lounge chair across from them and Lindsi's father was in his favorite recliner. Trevor tore into the present and pulled out a silver picture frame with hearts and love related words on the frame. Inside the frame was a picture of them both together that Lindsi had taken off of Trevor's Facebook and had sized and printed. "Oh Baby! I love this! I can put it beside my bed and look at you now every night before I go to sleep." Lindsi smiled. " I know its not much but I thought it would be a sweet gift." "I love it." Trevor said as he kissed Lindsi. "Hey! Hey! Hey!" Lindsi's dad said aggravated. "Daddy! It's Christmas! And Didn't I tell you I'd pay you back one day for all that mushy crap you say and do to mom?" "Well that's different." Lindsi's dad said. "It always is." Lindsi said. "C'mon Trevor.. We'll go outside." Lindsi said. And they did. Once outside, Lindsi spoke up again.. there's actually more than one reason I wanted to come out here. Not just cause of daddy. But there is also something I want to say that goes along with your gift.." "Okay baby.. Shoot." "Trevor McKnight. You are the most thoughtful, considerate, amazing guy I have ever met. You are my dream guy. I thank GOD for you each and everyday. I hope and pray this relationship never ends. You are my other half. You are my best friend." Trevor smiled. "Stop right there please ma'am." Sit down and open your gift now." "But I wasn't done!" Lindsi said. "I don't care baby. Open this. Then I can something's to say as well." Lindsi's heart leaped as she looked at the box in Trevor's  hand. It looked like a ring box..... She took its and unwrapped it. It was a small velvet box. "Trevor..." Lindsi said. "Open the box baby." Trevor said smiling. Lindsi cracked the box open. inside was a silver ring with two hearts laces together with diamonds on both sides. "Trevor.. I..." "Shhh/ It's my turn to talk. I've wanted to tell you this since our dancing date. Lindsi. You have made me the happiest guy alive. Since the day I first met you have captured my heart, I knew the minute I saw you  in the library I want you to be my girlfriend. The ring you see before you is a promise ring. I promise to never ever leave you. I promise to be here whenever you need me. I promise to give you the respect and love you deserve. You are the best thing that has ever happened to me. I need you. You have filled  a space in my heart I thought no one could. You make my days brighter and help me get through hard days... Lindsi I love you."

Part 15

Lindsi smiled as Trevor spun her around. The two danced to slow songs only centimeters apart, they two stepped, Trevor even managed to dip her a couple of times without dropping her! At 10 o clock Trevor and Lindsi were dancing to "Fall" by Clay Walker. This was the last song of the night. When the song ended Trevor pulled Lindsi into him and hugged her. "Wow. You are an amazing dancer." "And here I thought I had two left feet this whole time!" Lindsi said listening to his heart. "No way baby. I didn't notice you falter once." Trevor said as he laid his chin on top of Lindsi's head and swayed slightly. Another thing Lindsi loved about Trevor: He was taller than her. Even in 3 inch heels she had to stand on her tiptoes. Trevor and Lindsi were about to make their way back to his truck when Lindsi made the comment: "All that dancing made my feet a little sore." Trevor smiled at her and knelt down. "Hop on." "On your back?" "Isn't that what a piggy back ride is?" "Yes.. But I weigh 145 pounds.. I don't want to throw out your back.." Lindsi said hesitantly. "Oh that's cute. I lift hay bales heavier than you baby, now get on." Lindsi smiled and did as she was told. "You know I was just making the comment. I didn't expect you to carry me all this way." Lindsi said innocenlty as she and Trevor started toward his truck. "Uh huh. Sure, just like you didn't own a mothership and come from Jupiter.." Trevor said jokingly. "Okay.. okay.. so maybe I did!" Lindsi said laughing. "It's okay baby. I'd carry you across the Mexican Desert."  Trevor said as he stopped in front of the passenger side door. Lindsi hopped off his back and went to open the door but Trevor stopped her. "Tre-" Lindsi turned to him to ask why he was holding the door when he kissed her. After the kiss was over Trevor whispered: "Thank you for being my date and dance partner tonight baby." "Your welcome baby. It was so much fun!" Lindsi said as she played with Trevor's shirt collar. "Wow.." Trevor said as he smiled. "What?" Lindsi asked looking up. "The way your eyes light up when you look at me.." Lindsi flushed red again. " That's cute too. The way you blush. It's completely adorable." Lindsi smiled and shook her head. "Never have I had a guy be so sweet, and thoughtful and think so highly of me." "I'm only giving you what you need and deserve Lindsi." "I know.. I hope I am doing the same for you.." Lindsi said slightly worried. Trevor wrapped her in another hug. "Baby. You did that when you agreed to be my girlfriend, you do that everyday.." Lindsi hugged him tighter. "Baby?" Lindsi said as  Trevor took both her hands. "Yes?" "Do me a favor?" "Anything." "Please don't leave. You are my dream come true. You helped me believe in love again. You helped me see that when you find the right person and that love isn't just an empty promise." Trevor smiled. "I will stay as long as you want me to Lindsi. I'm not going anywhere." "Thank you." Lindsi said as Trevor tucked a stray piece of hair behind her ear. "Your welcome my Princess. Now, lets get you home before your dad is sitting on the front porch with a shot gun!" Lindsi laughed. And climbed into the truck.

On the way home Trevor and Lindsi decided that since finals were only a week from today, they would meet up all next week to begin preparing. After finals week they were out of school until January 21st 2014. They also talked about Christmas. "I want to get you something." Trevor said. "Trevor! NO! You really don't have to!" "I want to! and I will! Missy!" Trevor said definitely. "Okay, I was getting you something regardless of weather you got me something or not." Lindsi said as Trevor turned into her drive. Stubborn aren't we?" Trevor asked. "Always babe." Lindsi said smiling. "Trevor smiled and hopped out of the truck  with Lindsi. "Thank you again for a great night Trevor.  It was yet another wonderful date." "Thank you for coming Lindsi. Thank you for being you." Trevor said as he kissed Lindsi goodnight. Lindsi went into the house and Trevor went back to his truck. He sat their for a while before he drove away. He never wanted this relationship to end. Lindsi was leaning on the front door inside the house thinking the exact same thing.

Part 14.

The next day, as promised, Trevor showed up. Lindsi was feeling better, she had gone to the doctor that morning and had her first antibiotics down her. She was sitting on the couch in her favorite fuzzy PJs when the knock on the door came. Lindsi got up and answered it. "Hey babe!" Trevor said as he pulled Lindsi into his arms. "Hey darling' "  Lindsi said. "Your looking better today!" "Yes, Its amazing what sleep, two amazing people, and antibiotics can do for a girl." Lindsi said as she sunk into Trevor's embrace. "Trevor! Pleasure to see you again." Lindsi's mom said as she came to the kitchen from the hallway. "Same to you Mrs. Chadwick, I hope you don't mind." "Not in the slightest." Lindsi's mom said.  Trevor and Lindsi went to the couch and Trevor turned the volume down. "Lindsi. I need to ask you something." Yes. Yes. I will marry you. Lindsi thought to herself. "Sure babe." Lindsi said turning her attention to him. "My parents are dying to meet you.. Would you be my date to dinner Friday night?" "Of course!" Lindsi said excited. "Great! Then after I have another surprise, If you feel up to it." "I'm sure I'll be well by then." "Okay baby. But I do have a dress code for Friday night." "Okay. Shoot." Lindsi said curious. "A dress or skirt. and some fancy but comfy shoes." Lindsi wasn't really a dress our skirt girl unless she HAD to be, and those was one of those times. "Okay baby. I'll  do it." Lindsi said already formulating ideas in her head. Trevor left around 3, as he had stuff to do. Lindsi told her mom about Trevor's plans for Friday and she seemed happy, but still concerned about her daughters health.

Friday night finally rolled around and Trevor was set to be at Lindsi's house in an hour. Lindsi had decided on wearing her brown sweater dress and black tights with brown boots and grabbed her trench coat out of the coat closet. (It was December for crying out loud)  Her hair was loose and curly. When Trevor picked her up he was wearing purple. A purple long sleeved button up shirt, wranglers, boots, and a black cowboy hat. He looked really good. "Have.. mercy... You look stunning." Trevor said as Lindsi got into the truck. "Oh, I've only worn this thing twice." "You should wear it more. It looks nice." Trevor said. "Thank you Lindsi" said as she took Trevor outstretched hand. They held hands and talked until the pulled into his house. It was a brown brick house, with rock outlines. It looked very cozy.  "Well this is it." Trevor said as he turned the truck off. Lindsi swallowed hard. "Babe? You aren't nervous are you?" "YES!" Lindsi blurted out. Trevor grabbed Lindsi's face gently. "Baby, Just be yourself. I..m sure they will love you." Lindsi smiled. "Okay baby. Let's go." Trevor hopped out and so did Lindsi. They held hands until Trevor opened the front door. " Mom! Dad! I'm home!" Trevor's mother came out of what Lindsi assumed to be the kitchen. The inside of the house was twice as nice as the outside. " Oh! You must be Trevor's girlfriend! I've heard such great things about you!" Trevors mother said as she hugged Lindsi. Lindsi smiled and relaxed. As the hug ended, Lindsi smiled and said: "Yes ma'am, Mrs. McKnight. I'm Lindsi, pleased to meet you." " Please call me Debra." "Who s this beautiful girl in my house! Could it be Lindsi? The girl Trevor talks about from sun up to sun down?" Lindsi flushed red. "Hello Mr. McKnight, That's me. Lindsi Chadwick. It's a pleasure to meet you." "My goodness son she is even prettier in person. That picture on your phone does her no justice." Lindsi flushed pink again. Mr. McKnight took Lindsi's outstretched hand and shook it. "Pleasure to meet you Ms. Chadwick. Call me George." Lindsi smiled. "That's my grandfathers name." "Oh? Really now?" Mr. McKnight asked. "Yes sir. My mother's father." "Well just tell your grandfather hello from one George to another." "I will do that sir." Lindsi said looking upward and smiling. "Come! Sit! Dinner is almost ready." Mrs. McKnight said as she lead Lindsi and Trevor to the dinning room.  Trevor and Lindsi sat down next to each other at the long mahogany table, while Mr. McKnight sat across from them. Trevor placed his hand on the table and Lindsi gladly took it. Trevor was drawing circles with his thumb when Mr. McKnight said: "So Miss Lindsi what are you studying at Texarkana College?" Well Sir, This semester I'm doing the basics I didn't get in high school from dual credit, and then in the spring I'm going to major in Behavioral Sciences." "Oh my! Dual credit? Smart, and pretty. Just like your mother." Mr. McKnight said pointing at Trevor. "Trevor laughed. Right about then Mrs. McKnight came to the dining room doorway. Dinners ready if you want to come dish up your plates." Trevor and Lindsi walked hand in hand to the kitchen where on the counter sat garlic bread, a salad bowl, and a pot of spaghetti, another pot of ravioli, and what looked to be fettuccini alfreado. "Dig in!" Mrs. McKnight said coming behind Lindsi and squeezing her shoulders. "Trevor told me you  liked Italian food, and that you had been sick, so I figured this would be a get well treat." "Oh my! Thank you Mrs. M...Debra. This look amazing. Did Trevor also tell you I love to eat?" Lindsi smiled and Mrs. Debra let out a lighthearted giggle. "Honey we all do around this house, you fit right in!" After everyone had gotten their plates and was seated in the dining room Mr. McKnight offered to say the blessing. After the blessing was said, and they were all digging into their meal, they talked about college, Mr. McKnight's work, Trevor, Lindsi's parents, and everything in-between. They laughed and cut up. Lindsi felt like she already had a second family. After everyone was stuffed, Lindsi helped Mrs. McKnight clear the table. "Oh no! No ma'am! I got this! You got sit down yo are our guest!" "Mrs. Debra! After that delicious meal its the least I could do!" "No sweetie! Go sit down!" "I'm afraid you won't be sitting for long." Trevor said as he entered the kitchen. "Oh? Why's that?" Lindsi asked. "I can't tell you babe, surprise remember?"  "Awh! Not even a hint?" Lindsi whined. "Nope." Trevor said shaking his head. "Well you two run along then!" "Yes stop keeping this girl waiting boy!" Mr. McKnight said as he walked in behind Trevor. "Alright! Alright!" Trevor said laughing. "Lindsi it was wonderful to meet you, I hope to see you again soon!" Mrs. McKnight said hugging Lindsi. "Yes, I agree, It was a pleasure to meet you Miss Lindsi." Mr. McKnight hugged Lindsi as well. "It was a pleasure to meet and dine with you both as well." Lindsi said. Trevor kissed his mom on the cheek and hugged his dad. "I'll see you guys later!" He said as he and Lindsi walked out the door. When they got back into the truck and buckled in Trevor said: "They loved you. They REALLY loved you. Just like I said." "I loved them too! They are so easy going and your moms an awesome cook. Almost as good as mine." Lindsi said smiling. "Well I wouldn't know." Trevor said looking at Lindsi. "You may find out sooner than you think boy." Lindsi said. Trevor smiled as he started down the road. They drove for what seemed like forever. "Where are we going?" Lindsi finally asked, "Right here Miss. Impatient." Lindsi looked out the window at what looked to be an old metal building. "Come on." Trevor said as he hopped out of the truck. Lindsi followed him to the building and then he covered her eyes. "Trevor!" Don't open yet." They walked a few more steps and then Trevor moved his hands from her field of view. The building was lit dimly with candles and a spot light in the center. Trevor then walked over to an old stereo and pushed a button. The building was flooded with the sound of Cowboys and Angels by Dustin Lynch. Trevor then walked over to Lindsi and gathered her in his arms. "I don't suppose you dance?" Trevor whispered. " One thing I was blessed with was rhythm baby. I could dance all night long." "Good." Trevor said "That's exactly what I plan to do."

Part 13.

Lindsi woke up 2 hours later. Trevor was sitting on the other side of where he was when she when to sleep. "Hey pretty girl." "Hi" Lindsi said hoarsely. Trevor came and wrapped Lindsi up in his arms. "Your mom told me about your story in your blog. About a guy named Trevor." Lindsi smiled. "Yea, That was my fairytale." Trevor lifted Lindsi's chin and stroked her cheek softly. " I read it. Now you asked me if GOD put us together. If that is not a sign that he did then I don't know what is." Trevor kissed Lindsi then. Lindsi tried to pull away but Trevor wasn't having it. That kiss said so much without saying anything. after the kiss was over, Lindsi said "You are going to get sick now! GERMS YOU KNOW!" "Baby, I could care less about the germs, your my baby girl, we share germs." Lindsi smiled and settled back down on the couch with Trevor. They watched Golden Girls and he played with her hair, they talked about her blog story, and Trevor made her soup. This was one of the times Lindsi didn't mind being sick. She loved Trevors company. Around 4 o clock Lindsi's dad came home. "Who's truck is blocking the driveway?! He said gruffly.  "Mine sir." Trevor said from the couch. "Trevor. Go move your truck. What are you doing on the couch with my daughter?" About that time Lindsi's mom cut in. "Lindsi woke up sick this morning and came home from college, and Trevor noticed how bad she looked and followed her here to look after her." "Does he not think you are capable of taking care of her or something?" "Dad..." Lindsi said from the couch. Lindsi's fathers' face softened at the sound of her hoarse voice. "My poor baby girl!" "Trevor bought me all this." She gestured to the tissues, medicine, and all that was in the Wal-Mart bags. "He is a good man dad..." "Oh sweetheart I know he probably  is." Lindsi's dad said as he bent to kiss her forehead. About that time Trevor came in from moving his truck. "Sorry about that Mr. Chadwick. I've been watching over Lindsi all day." "So I've heard." Lindsi father said. "Just park your truck over to the side of the driveway next time son." Lindsi's dad continued as he clapped a hand on  Trevor's shoulder. "Will do sir." "Trevor are you staying for dinner?" Lindsi's mom asked. " No ma'am. But I would like to stay a while longer. If that's alright with you and Mr. Chadwick." "Fine with me." Said Lindsi's mom. "I guess that'd be alright." said Lindsi's dad as he walked to the bathroom. Once he was out of earshot Lindsi looked at Trevor who had sat back down with her on the couch. "I'm sorry.. He can be kind of gruff when he gets off work. Unless its Thursday, then his week is over." Lindsi said. "Trevor would you help me move Lindz back to her bedroom please?" "Yes ma'am." Trevor picked Lindsi up before she knew what was going on. "That's not exactly what I meant!" said Lindsi mom laughing as she picked up the tissues and Lindsi half empty bottle of Gatorade. "Her room is the last room on the left." She said as Trevor started down the hall. Once their He set Lindsi down on her bed and pulled her covers back. "There you are baby." Trevor said as Lindsi crawled under the covers. Trevor then pulled up the desk chair Lindsi had in the corner of her room and sat down next to the bed. Lindsi mom came in and set her Gatorade down on her T.V. tray, along with tissues. "Trevor I thank you for watching over her today. It was sweet of you to do that." "Anytime Mrs. Chadwick I doubt I did as good as you though." Trevor said smiling and taking Lindsi's hand. Lindsi's mom smiled. "Well I'm going out here to fix supper, holler if you need something." "Will do." Trevor said. After Lindsi's mom had gone, Lindsi spoke up. "Thank you for today Trevor. It was wonderful. I actually didn't mind being sick so much." "Your welcome Lindz." Trevor said as he kissed Lindsi's forehead and stroked her hair. Trevor stayed and watched over Lindsi for about 15 more minutes. "I'm going to go babe." Trevor said as Lindsi started to drift off again. "I don't want you too!" Lindsi said sulking. Trevor smiled and laughed. "I don't want to go either babe, but I can't spend the night." "I know..." Lindsi said sadly. "Chin up babe. I'll be back tomorrow at 1." "YOU WILL!?" Lindsi said perking up again. "Yes! I cleared it with your mom already and she said it was fine. My classes end at 11:30." "OH BOY!" Lindsi said like a kid that just got a new toy on Christmas day. "Now, You rest. Drink this. ALL OF IT. And eat dinner. and rest. I'll text you as soon as I get home until I pass out." Lindsi smiled and her eyes started to water. "Baby! are you crying? I'll be back!" Trevor said as he hugged Lindsi close. "Not that baby. You are just so amazing. I am so lucky to have you." Lindsi said through tears and congestion. "I'm lucky to have you too baby. I'm glad your mine." Trevor kissed Lindsi again. "Goodbye sweetheart." Lindsi said as she leaned her head again Trevors. "Bye baby."  Trevor then stood, put the computer chair back and walked out of the room. Lindsi heard Trevor say his goodbyes to her mom and dad and then the door shut behind him. Lindsi laid her head on her pillow and sighed. She was sick alright. Lovesick. Head over Heels for sure.

Part 12.

The next morning Lindsi woke up, and her throat was scratchy. "OH no!" Lindsi said as he mother poured her some coffee. "I'm...sick!" Lindsi said horrified. "Here dear." Lindsi mom laid two Advil on the counter. Lindsi swallowed them and went and got ready for school. She was starting to fell like serious dodo. "If you get to feeling too bad come home." Lindsi's mom said as Lindsi backed out of the driveway. "I will momma." Lindsi got to Mcdonalds at 7:30. That gave Trevor and her 30 minutes to eat before class started.  Trevor met Lindsi at her car as she drove into the parking lot. "Good morning baby!" Trevor said as he neared Lindsi for her good morning kiss. "Lindsi turned her head. "Baby.. I'm sick.. I can't risk you getting this." "Awh! Babe! Look at you... Your nose is running,  your eyes are glassy, and watering. and your freezing." Trevor opened his jacket so Lindsi could get wrapped in it. "Oh.. It's warm in here..." Lindsi said as Trevor encompassed her in his big camo jacket. "Let's get inside love." Trevor said as Lindsi let go of him and slipped out of his jacket. Once inside Lindsi ordered a hot chocolate and a sausage biscuit, and Trevor ordered a sausage burrito and a coffee. They sat and waited for their meal. Trevor sat beside Lindsi instead of across from her, and had her all wrapped up in his arms. "Orda numba 16!" Said the lady at the front. "I'll get it baby." Trevor said as he got up from the table.  He came back and placed Lindsi's food in front of her. "Thanks baby." Lindsi said as she snuggled into him again. "I think after this you should go back home baby.. you look like you feel horrible. "Mmkay." Lindsi said as she took a bite of her biscuit. After the two finished eating Lindsi and Trevor walked outside and Lindsi told Trevor goodbye. "Have a good day, I'm sorry I got sick and can't spend it with you..." Lindsi said. "It's not your fault love. I'll have a good day. I promise."  Lindsi kissed Trevor on the cheek lightly and got into her car.
Once home, Lindsi's mom made her a spot on the couch and got her something to drink. She was watching T.V. about an hour later, when the doorbell rang. "Come on in!" Lindsi's mom said. "Who is it.." Lindsi asked. "Hello gorgeous." "TREVOR! YOU SHOULD BE AT SCHOOL! WHY ARE YOU HERE?" I called your mom and asked if I could come keep you company while you were sick. She okayed it and here I am." "MOM! YOU ARE AMAZING!" "Honey, Being sick is no fun, and I know you would enjoy having Trevor around." Trevor came over to the coouch with about 7 walmart bags. "I brought some supplys." Trevor began pulling things out of the bags. Orange juice, advil, Dayquil, Nyquil, vitamins, chocolate, popcorn, Gatorade, the ENTIRE box set of The Golden Girls on DVD, tissues with lotion and vicks, mucinex, and a huge fuzzy blanket. "This should cover everything for today." "TREVOR! YOU BOUGHT ALL THIS FOR ME!?" "yes, I have to keep my babygirl well, and good company, I hope you like The Golden Girls... I do." Trevor said turning semi red. "I love them." Lindsi said smiling and scooting over. Trevor took his coat off and laid it over the chaise lounge, and sat down on the couch with Lindsi. "Trevor! You bought all this!?" Lindsi's mom said coming back in the kitchen from outside. "Yes Ma'am. I knew as soon as I saw Lindsi this morning I was going to come over and spend the day, with your permission of course." "That's mighty sweet of you Trevor." Lindsi's mom said as she opened the box of Dayquil and popped two tablets out. "Lindsi baby, take these." Lindsi's mom handed Lindsi the tablets and Trevor the glass of water. Lindsi took the tablets and popped them in her mouth and took the glass from Trevor and swallowed. Trevor had went to put the first DVD in and was back on the couch by the time Lindsi was done swallowing. Trevor was sitting on the couch and had a pillow propped up against him so Lindsi could lay down and watch. "Lay down sweet girl." Lindsi did. "Trevor started playing with Lindsi's hair and laughing right along with her. This was perfect. Lindsi always wanted a relationship JUST LIKE this one. Lindsi had fallen asleep in the middle of the second episode. Trevor noticed and gently kissed her forehead. She had fever. "Mrs. Kathy... Lindsi's got a little bit of fever." "I'm going to call and see if I can't get her to the doctor today dear." "Okay.. Mind if I join you?" "Not at all. Lindsi is a big baby when it comes to the doctor though." Lindsi's mom said laughing. "I bet that's cute!" Trevor said. " She's always cutting up about something, something's always funny to her. And if theirs nothing to laugh at she makes something up. I swear that child is nuts somedays. Just laugh and giggle and poke fun. We will stay laughing most of the day. But when she gets like this she just droops. So I like to get her as well as I can as fast as I can." Lindsi's mom said from the kitchen. "Yes ma'am. I noticed this morning she wasn't her normal bubbly, happy self. Then I looked at her and knew she was sick." "You sure are special to her Trevor. She's waited a LONG LONG time for a boy like you to come along. Prayed and prayed. Even wrote a story about her perfect love." "I've waited for a girl just like her too, she is so unique, so different, I've NEVER seen nor met a girl like her. I'm so very proud to have her. A story you said? What was the guys name that was her perfect guy?" Lindsi mom smiled really big then. "Trevor."

Part 11.

Lindsi couldn't control herself. She ran to him. Chewy (her Maltese) barked his fool head off until Trevor bent down and scooped him up. "This must be the infamous Chewy. Hey Squirt!" Trevor said rubbing the top of his fuzzy head. Chewy was going crazy licking him. He usually didn't do that to people he'd only saw once. He'd barked at him when Trevor came into the house for their first date, but Lindsi's mom put him away shortly after that. He put Chewy back on the ground and then bent down to get a look at Maya (her new German Shepard/ Japanese Wolf puppy) "My my Maya. You are a beautiful puppy and loving too!" Trevor said as he let Maya jump on his legs and lick him to death. After she was done he rubbed her head and then stood to face Lindsi. "Now, you guys are both good looking dogs, but you can't compare to your momma. She is the best looking of them all." Trevor said as he pulled Lindsi in and held her and covered her in kisses. Lindsi burst out laughing. After Trevor stopped his kiss attack she said: "What in the world are you doing here on a Sunday? This is supposed to be family and Jesus's  day!" "I know and I'm sorry for showing up unannounced but I had to come see you. Dad wanted me to go to Wal-Mart any how so it was just a few more miles. I told him where I was going and he just laughed." "Trevor!" Lindsi and Trevor turned to see Lindsi's mom coming out to see them both. "What a surprise!" "I'm sorry Mrs. Chadwick, I did give Lindsi or you any notice I was dropping in but I had to come see Lindsi. I was in New Boston and it was just a couple more miles."  "It's fine. I don't mind. I'm sure Lindsi was surprised though." She said taking the leash's from Lindsi. "Thoroughly." Lindsi said hugging Trevor. Trevor wrapped his arms around her. "I'll take the dogs." Lindsi mom said as she started toward the house. I have something for you!" Trevor said as he opened the truck door. "You bought me something? TREVOR!" "I wanted to surprise you. Now close your eyes." Trevor said sheepishly. Lindsi did just that. "Open." When Lindsi opened her eyes Trevor stood behind the biggest bouquet of flowers Lindsi had ever seen. They weren't ordinary flowers either. They were the kind that are the really vibrant colors.  "TREVOR! OH MY GOODNESS! THESE ARE BEAUTIFUL!" Lindsi said as she took the huge bouquet. "Just like you, I thought roses were too cliché so I got these because they are different and special like you." "Oh you! You are the best!" Lindsi said as she kissed Trevor. "I love it when you do that." Trevor said as the kiss ended. "Kiss you?" "Yes." Trevor said wrapping Lindsi in his arms again. About that time his phone rang. "Dammit.." Trevor said as he reached into his pocket. "Hello? Hey dad. Yea.. but.. yea.. I know. But.. yes. Sir." Trevor hung up. "Looks like dad needs this paint in a hurry so I got to go.." "Go get your dad his paint sweetheart." I'll see you tomorrow. You can walk me to class if you want." "What about if we got breakfast together too?" Trevor said. "Sure! When and where?" "How about McDonalds on Richmond?" "Yum.. it's a date." Lindsi said. "Thank you again for the flowers my amazing boyfriend." Trevor shivered. "I love it when you say that." He was such a ham. But a cute sweet ham at that. Lindsi stood on her tiptoes and kissed him goodbye. "See you at McDonald's in the morning love."  "Can't wait. I'll text you when I get home babe." "No rush sweetie. I'll be waiting." Trevor hugged Lindsi one last time and drove away. "Lindsi smelled the flowers and then walked in the house with them. "Oh MY! THOSE ARE GORGEOUS!" Lindsi's mom exclaimed when she saw them. "Aren't they though?" Lindsi responded. She found a vase for them and put them in her room. When she turned her mother was standing in the doorway. "He sure does like you. I've never seen a boy so crazy about a girl as Trevor is about you." "Oh mom! I'm just as crazy about him. But a part of me still has that guard up. But he's breaking most of it down everyday we spend together." "He is quite the charmer. And respectful, and sweet, and.." Lindsi was staring  at her mother with a huge smile on her face. "You like him too! That's rare!" "Well.. I just think your fairytale might have come true with this one.

Part 10

Lindsi went to sleep that night dreaming of the date she just had. Trevor had texted her and told her he was home before she decided to go to bed, so she didn't worry about him. She woke the next morning and go ready for church. Trevor texted her good morning and they talked for a while before they both had to go get ready for church. Lindsi loved going to church on Sunday. She always felt whole, and at peace with herself and so close to GOD. She loved hearing His word and listening attentively as the preacher brought the message. It was close to Thanksgiving, so the message was related to that. Lindsi had TONS and TONS of things to be thankful for. Her family, her health, her college, her two adorable puppies, and Trevor. GOD had blessed her so much. She was also thankful for the decision she made to finally let go of the reigns and let GOD rule over her life. It was by far the best decision she'd ever made.
She thought back to August when she was going through her last really bad breakup. She was wreck. Her face was broken out from stress, she was depressed all the time, her life was a roller coaster. Until the day she and her boyfriend decided to split. Jacob (her boyfriend at the time) was so controlling, and though the two usually got along, they had been fighting over the smallest things lately. The two were even talking marriage and kids. Lindsi at one point believed it was going to work out and that everything would be fine. But it all came crashing in around her. On top of being very controlling Jacob and Lindsi's mother butted heads constantly, and Jacob didn't believe in GOD. That was the biggest issue in the two's relationship. Lindsi had tried to witness to Jacob over and over again but he wasn't going to ever listen or change his views. So Lindsi because of this and along with other reasons told him point blank that they weren't working out and they split up. Lindsi took the breakup hard. Even though they didn't see eye to eye, Lindsi did love Jacob. But she knew in her heart and soul that it wasn't going to ever work out between the two of them. GOD was a HUGE part of Lindsi's life, and she needed someone who would respect, honor and embrace that fact. So it took a while but Lindsi eventually moved on. She didn't do it alone, for she knew she couldn't. Lindsi had to enlist the help of her Savior. So with God by her side Lindsi started college and focused more on bettering herself. Then God smiled  down upon her and blessed her with Trevor.
"So tell me more about your date!" Lindsi's mom said as the two stood in the kitchen after church. Lindsi had told her mom first thing that she had finally agreed to be Trevor's girlfriend. " Really!? That's great! You know I am so proud of you for waiting and not just jumping head first." Lindsi's mom had told her after Lindsi spilled the beans. "Well, that comes from experience mom and this time I was determined to get it right." Lindsi had retorted back. "Right you are. You did a good job." Lindsi's mother had said.
Lindsi described the date to her mother as she helped put away the dishes out of the dishwasher. "Look like you found your Romeo." Lindsi mother had said smiling. "Yes! I hope so at least." "I like him. He was very polite, had a firm handshake and rough hands." Lindsi's  mom said.  "I thought you would like that! His fingernails are clean too!" Lindsi said cracking up. Lindsi's mom would always tell this story of a man that Lindsi's grandma would not date because his fingernail were dirty. Lindsi's mom busted out laughing too. "Your grandmother will love to here that!" Right around that time Lindsi's phone dinged. "Trevor?" Lindsi mother asked as she dried a dish. "Yep." Lindsi said looking at her phone. "Hey baby! :) How was church?" Read the text. " Hey handsome! :) It was good. It was about Thanksgiving." Lindsi responded. "Does this mean you are going to be holed up in your room again?" Lindsi mom asked slightly peeved. "No. Just connected to my phone." "Since when are you NOT connected to that thing?" Lindsi's mom asked smiling. "Okay.. More so than usual." Lindsi said giving her mother a slight nudge with her shoulder. Lindsi had to admit that since she was boy free she was much closer to her family. She doubted that would change. Trevor was important but it was always God first, family second (including the dogs), college third, then boyfriend. Trevor was the same way. After Lindsi finished helping her mother in the kitchen, she decided she would got for a walk with the dogs. She hooked Chewy, her little Maltese to his camo leash and collar, and then went outside to wrangle her German Shepard into her red collar and pink leopard retractable leash. The three started on their walk. Lindsi loved days like today, the sun was shining, there wasn't a cloud in the sky, it was cool but rather warm for November. Lindsi's phone dinged with an incoming text. " What is my beautiful girl doing?" Trevor said. " Walking the dogs. What about you handsome?" Lindsi texted back. " Looking at this amazing, sweet girl round this corner." Lindsi was rounding a corner to go back home. She looked up and there in her driveway was Trevor's truck.

Part 9

After the kiss ended Trevor scooped Lindsi up and held her close. "I'm SO glad you said yes." Trevor said as he kissed Lindsi's forehead. "Me too! I'm glad you gave me the time to decide." Lindsi said as she hugged Trevor. "Now. Part 3." Trevor said as he set Lindsi down. "Part 3!?" Lindsi asked. "Yes. Watching the stars and cuddling under this here blanket." Trevor said. "You know something?" Lindsi said as she snuggled next to Trevor under the blanket. "What beautiful?" Trevor said as he wrapped his arms around Lindsi. "I've ALWAYS WANTED a date just like this one. It's like you read my mind." "Awh! Really? Well I told you this was my dream date too." Trevor said as he held Lindsi. "Mhm.. That's what's.." Lindsi yawned. "So cool about it, about us." "Are you sleepy?" Trevor asked. "Well, Yes. See with my homework and Maya, my new puppy I got a month ago, I am slightly sleep deprived." "My poor girl." Trevor said as he pulled Lindsi closer. She laid her head on his shoulder. " You know.. If you want to take a short  nap we have an hour before we have to be back at your house." "There's no way I could sleep right now! Not during the date of my life!" Lindsi said laughing. "Alright then!" Trevor said.  Lindsi gave him a dignified nod and smiled. "Trevor..." "Yes AngelGirl?" "Do.. you think God put us together...?" Trevor shifted Lindsi in his arms so he could hold her and look at her at the same time. "Yes... I think He did. I think He made us both wait but.. I think we are meant to be in His eyes, at least I hope so." "Well I waited on Him and then here you come out of the blue! I have to say.. I was guarded.. I'm used to guys just after one thing.." Lindsi said looking away. Trevor lifted Lindsi's chin and looked at her. "I'm not. I PROMISE you. I promise." Lindsi touched Trevors hand. "I know. I know." " Let me love you Lindsi. Let me in. I want to heal you, help you, be there at 3 A.M. when you are having a problem. Believe me. All you gottta do is text me or call and I will drive all the way from TK with my flashers on to get to you." Lindsi smiled. "Awh!" "It's true." "I'm guilty of falling for a guy too easy Trevor.. I did.. and every time I did they left  me to suffer.. that's why it's so hard for me now.." Then Trevor did something Lindsi never would have suspected. "Fall when your ready baby, let our kiss count the moments, and heart set the pace, and I'll be your love song, and I'll sweep you right off your feet, til you fall into me." Trevor sang. "That's... Brantley Gilberts song "Fall Into Me"! Lindsi exclaimed. "Yes sweetheart and the word of that song are true." "TREVOR!!!" Lindsi gushed as she snuggled into him. "I'm not going to push you Lindsi. I know you have been hurt ALOT, but I need you to know I'm not one of those guys. I'll always be here for you babe." Trevor said as he kissed Lindsi's forehead. "I know Trevor. I know. I believe you. But I still feel like this is a dream and I'm going to wake up at home in my bed." "Babe, this isn't a dream. It's our own personal fairytale. You are my Princess." "Thank you Prince Charming." Lindsi said and smiled as she kissed Trevor again. "I hate to say but the clock is about to strike 12. But fear not. I will see you Monday and text you and call you like crazy until then." Lindsi smiled. "I'm fine with that." Lindsi and Trevor then got back into the truck and started toward Lindsi's house again. When they got there Trevor walked Lindsi to the door. "I had a GREAT time tonight." Trevor said to Lindsi. "ME TOO!" It was actually my first REAL date.." Lindsi confessed. "Wow!" Trevor said. "Yea.. I know.. lame." "NO! Not at all. I actually thank your douchebag ex's." "You do?" Lindsi said puzzled. "Yes. I do. Because if they hadn't let you go I wouldn't have ever found you." "I'm so glad you did." Lindsi said shyly. "Me too Lindsi." Trevor said as he neared for a goodnight kiss. Lindsi wrapped her arms around his neck and his slipped around her waist. The two kissed then. And for once in her life Lindsi felt like this was were she was supposed to be. She had no worries, no questions, no fears, no anxiety. Her head and her heart both agreed. This guy was amazing and that was a good feeling to have. The two broke apart. "Goodnight Trevor." "Goodnight Lindsi." Lindsi turned and unlocked the door and Trevor turned to go. "It's so sad to see you go..." Lindsi said lingering at the door. "Fear not Princess." Trevor said and walked to his truck. Lindsi stepped inside the door and didn't even get it shut and her phone buzzed. She knew who it was. "I miss you" The text read. She shut the door and looked out the living room window. There stood Trevor by his truck, driver's door open, phone in hand and a big smile on his face. She blew him a kiss out the window and texted back: "I miss you too! NO TEXTING AND DRIVING." He caught her kiss and put it in his heart and smiled as her text came back. He put a thumb up and waved as he climbed into his truck and drove off. She watched out the window until he was gone, then walked back to her room thinking to herself. "The white horse was traded for a lifted Z 71. But the boy is everything I've ever wanted."

Part 8.

"Woah..." Lindsi whispered as the kiss ended. Trevor smiled with his head still bent toward Lindsi. "Did you feel..." Lindsi said shyly. "Yes.." Trevor said as he stoked Lindsi's face with the back of his hand. "I've never felt anything like that.." Lindsi said quietly. "Me either.. It was amazing.." Trevor said as he smiled at Lindsi's huge smile. Lindsi's stomach growled then. "Trevor laughed. "I think your a tad hungry pretty girl." "Lindsi held her stomach and smiled. "Yea.. I skipped my before dinner snack."  "Well, sit down here, and lets eat." Trevor said as he sat down on the blanket and began pulling chicken, mashed potatoes and mac and cheese and biscuits out of the big bag. Then pulled some cups and a 2 liter of Pepsi out too. Lindsi sat down next to him. "Oh my gosh! I haven't had KFC in FOREVER! It looks great.." Lindsi said still smiling. "How many strips would you like?" Trevor asked as he pulled a black Styrofoam plate from KFC out of the bag. "Hmm... 3, and 2 biscuit's, and mac and cheese and potatoes please!" "Trevor smiled. "A girl with an appetite! I LOVE IT! You not one of them girls that eats salad and water." Lindsi smiled. "I eat that sometimes. But I LOVE chicken and bread. I'd weigh 300 pounds if I worked in a bread making place." Trevor laughed. "Prolly not. You work out, but your still not super size zero skinny, and not huge. Your perfect." Lindsi smiled. "Thank you. I'm FAR from perfect though. I'm just me." "Well. You is pretty amazing to me. I hate how girls are like stick people. It's like: "EAT SOMETHING! and gain some weight!" I mean what kind of girl wears a size 0 jean?" Lindsi's smiled got wider. "A bitch with no ass, no thighs, and hips as wide as my forearms. Trust me on this, I went to high school with ALOT of them, Size zero jeans, and 20 pounds of makeup." Trevor laughed out loud. "YES! THAT'S THEM!" "Well. I'm a size 11-13 jean, and I wear minimal makeup. So no worries here." Lindsi said. "Thank you. I think you'd be beautiful with no makeup on though." Trevor said as he handed her the plate of food. "Maybe one day you'll find out." Lindsi said slyly as she took the plate. Trevor smiled as he started fixing his plate. "Maybe so." They continued to eat and talk for about 45 minutes. When Lindsi was done Trevor took her plate from her and put it with his in a bag with the rest of the trash. Lindsi shivered, it was dark now and cold. "Your cold!" Trevor said even though it was pitch black dark. "Yes, I am." Lindsi said with chattering teeth. "Time for part 2." "P-p-art 2?" Lindsi asked. "Yes pretty lady. Part two, now stay here." Trevor  said as he jumped over the side of the truck to the ground. "Oh my gosh! Are you okay!?" Lindsi asked panicked. "Yes..Ba..Lindsi.. I'm okay." Trevor said, "I do that a lot. I'm sorry for scaring you." "It's fine, I just didn't want you to break your ankle or nothing." Lindsi said. "Naw!" Trevor said as he opened the back of the truck again and pulled out a second big fluffy blanket and threw it in the bed. "Here sweet girl." "Thank you." Lindsi said as she spread the blanket around her. "Then Trevor pulled out candles. He lit them and put them on side of the bed. Then climbed back up on the tailgate and sat beside Lindsi. "Now you and I can see and stay warm." "Trevor... I.. know.. your not like this.. and I don't want to make you mad.. " "Oh! no... Lindsi...  I'm sorry! No! I thought It would be romantic not... oh gosh." Trevor put his head in his hands. "Trevor.. It is romantic.. It's the most romantic thing a guy has ever done for me.. I'm sorry. I didn't mean to upset you.. I just.. I know your so different than all the other losers. I'm just scared.. I guess." Trevor lifted his head. "Scared?" "Yes. Scared. Every time something good happens there's always a catch. Your so amazing so I'm wondering what the catch is.." Lindsi said. "That's.. why you were scared when I asked you to be my girlfriend isn't it?"  Partly.. That was because it was too soon and I wanted to get to know you better, and partly because I was scared." "Lindsi. I will NEVER EVER hurt you. Not like they did. I know you've been hurt, I can see it in your eyes, and in your actions. Your afraid to love again.. because they all let you down in one way or another, I'm not asking you to tell me what they did, because that's not any of my business, but just know that I'm not them, I want to be 500 times better than they ever were. I  want to fix all your hurt, I want to help you, heal you, Hold you... and I'm not saying all this just to get you to be my girlfriend either. I mean it." Trevor said. "Trevor... Thank you.. No guy has ever said something like that to me.. well some have and turned around and lied. But.. with you I feel it.. in my heart.." "Good.. I'm glad.. because I'm not ever going to hurt you, I promise. May GOD strike me dead if I do." Trevor said as he gazed into Lindsi's eyes. "Trevor...." "Yes.. Lindsi..?" "Ask me again.." Trevor's eyes lit up when Lindsi said this. He took her hands in his. "Lindsi.. Will you be my girlfriend?" His voice shook slightly as he said this. "Yes. Yes Trevor. I will." "Thank you Lindsi.. You've made me the happiest man alive." Trevor said as he tilted his head toward Lindsi. "Your welcome Trevor.. I'm quite happy myself.. thank you for asking me." "Anything for you gorgeous." Trevor said. Then the two kissed. Their first kiss as a couple. It was a long, romantic kiss. One they both would remember for a LONG time.

Part 7

"Afraid of losing me?" Lindsi asked questionably. "Yes. And I don't even have you yet. And I'm really sorry if I'm starting to be pushy... You can tell me to back off at anytime." Trevor said as they drove down the road. "Noted. but I like the way things are going." Lindsi said as she smiled at Trevor. "Good. I just don't wanna do ANYTHING to jeopardize my...our chances of being together... when you are ready of course." Trevor said as he squeezed Lindsi's hand. "Thank you Trevor.. So where exactly are we going? The curiosity is killing me!" Lindsi said. "KILLING YOU!? NO! PLEASE DON'T DIE! WE ARE ALMOST THERE!" Trevor said in a panicked voice. "What? We aren't in a town... We are in the boonies.." Lindsi said confused. They were a little outside the outskirts of DeKalb were all the back roads and pastures were. "I've always wanted to take a girl out on a date like this one.. But I've never found one special enough to fit the bill... We always when to a fancy restaurant. But when you mentioned you wanted to go muddin'... I figured you might like this. If you don't we can go to a restaurant." Trevor said nervously. "This is fine.. But where are we going?" Lindsi asked excitedly. "Right. Here." Trevor said as he turned down a back road and traveled down until he reached a fenced in pasture and stopped in front of the gate. "Hold on." Trevor said as he hopped out of the truck and went out to the gate. He pulled keys from his pocket and jangled them until he found the right one and opened the gate. He swung it open wide enough to get his truck though. "Hey Lindsi!" He called. "Yes!?" She answered. "Slide out and hop over to the drivers side and drive my truck though the gate so I can close it behind you please ma'am?" Lindsi jumped out of the truck and walked half way around before stopping and saying: "Are you SERIOUS?" "Yes.. I am.." Trevor said happily. "I'VE ALWAYS WANTED TO DRIVE A TRUCK LIKE THIS!!!" Lindsi screamed excitedly as she ran up and hugged Trevor. "Well your not going very far just past  this gate about 5 feet. Don't go past those trees." Trevor said as he gestured to the trees with his head. "Yes Sir! Lindsi said as she climbed into the drivers seat and pulled the truck through the gate to where Trevor had instructed. He closed and locked the gate behind her. "Okay Missy Ma'am. Hop up." Trevor said as she climbed down and ran around to the passenger side again and hopped back in right as he was climbing back into the drivers seat. "Now, Here is the reason I told you not to go past those trees." Trevor said as he drove around the trees that lined the pasture on both sides. As he completed the turn Lindsi's mouth fell to the ground. Facing into the truck was the most beautiful sunset she had ever witnessed. Pink, orange, red, and a light purple filled the sky. "This.. is.. Amazing..." Lindsi said as she stared out into the sky. "But.. Where did you find this perfect spot?" "Member how I told you my dad got a job offer in Texarkana?" Trevor asked. "Yes..?" Lindsi said. "Well.. His work gave him this pasture to store a storage building on and instead he built it closer to home. So its been vacant ever since." "Oh. Okay! Well I'm honored that you chose me to be the first one that you brought here Trevor.." "You.. Are the ONLY one.. I want to bring here Lindsi." Trevor said as he looked deeply into Lindsi's eyes and grabbed her hand and kissed it gently. Lindsi smiled as he did this. "So.. I promised you dinner.. I hope you like KFC.." Trevor said as he pulled Lindsi's hand away from his lips. "Chicken?" Lindsi asked. "Yes..." Trevor said scared. Lindsi smiled and said " I love chicken so much I might as well be black." Trevor laughed out loud. "Sorry but I'm glad your not.. I only date white meat." Then Lindsi laughed out loud. " Nice analogy! Same here!" Trevor smiled. "We have so much in common!" "I know! It's awesome!" Lindsi said. "So I hope your okay with chicken strips.. I don't eat bone chicken.." Trevor said. "ME EITHER!" Lindsi said shocked. "Awesome!" Trevor said as he put the truck back in drive and backed up to where the tail gate was facing the sunset. "Well.. Are you okay with eating in the bed of the truck?" Trevor asked. As he out it in park and pulled the keys out of the ignition.  "Sounds great." Lindsi said excitedly. She had ALWAYS wanted a date just like this one. "Well lets go!" Trevor said as he unbuckled his seat belt and slid out as Lindsi did the same. Trevor walked back to the back seat and pulled out the bag of food from KFC along with a big fluffy blanket and two pillows. Lindsi took the bag of food from him as he let down the tailgate and spread the blanket over the cool metal of the bed. Then propped the pillows against the cab. He took the bag of food from Lindsi then helped her up into the bed. They where standing face to face in the bed, Lindsi's back was to the sunset, and Trevor was facing into it. Trevor looked at Lindsi for a long time. "What..?" Lindsi asked. "You.. Are the most beautiful girl I've ever met Lindsi. I'm not saying that because it seemed like something I should say at this time either, nor because I'm like the douchebags that only want in your pants. I'm saying that because I mean it. 100%. You are crazy pretty. The sun is casting a orange glow  from behind you.. It's amazing.." Trevor said as he locked his arms around Lindsi's waist. "I.. Don't know what to say to that Trevor.. Never.. Have I met a guy so genuine and caring.. You respect me and my choices.. You are so sweet... You are truly a wonderful, cute, respectful gentleman. Thank you for taking me out tonight, for all this.." Lindsi said as she looked back at Trevor and placed her arms around his neck. "Your welcome gorgeous." Trevor said as he leaned his head in and whispered against Lindsi's lips: Can I kiss you again Lindsi..?" "Yes Trevor you may.." Lindsi whispered back. Trevor kissed Lindsi then. Softly, and passionately. It was then in that glorious moment Lindsi felt something she had NEVER felt before. Fireworks.

Part 6.

Lindsi tossed her phone on her bed and bolted out her door. "Goodmorning dear!" Her mother said. Lindsi smiled widely. "MOM!!! Guess who woke me up?" "Who?" "Trevor.. He called and asked if I would like to go out to eat!" "OH!!!" Her mom said. "And that's not even the best part! He is coming to pick me up!" Lindsi said. "OH!! He is a keeper!" Lindsi's mom said. It did her heart good to see her daughter so happy, especially after all the years she watched her cry. Lindsi was wiser because of all those tears though, and tougher. From what she had heard about her daughter and Trevor he seemed to be a good boy, she just hoped he didn't crush Lindsi again like the others. "I know! I'm so excited! And nervous!" Lindsi interjected. "So where's he taking you?" "He won't tell me!" Lindsi whined. "Ohhh! A surprise! You should love that!" "Mhm! I have to pick my outfit! There's so much to do! and only 8 hours to do it!" Lindsi said as she flew into the kitchen and picked up an apple. "Calm down! You have plenty of time dear!" Lindsi's mom said as she patted her daughter back.

6:30 finally rolled around, 30 minutes until Trevor was to arrive. He had texted Lindsi and said that he was on the way and hasn't texted or called again, so she assumed he was okay. Lindsi had decided to wear her favorite pair of jeans (LA IDIOLS), and a pink cami with a colorful plaid shirt over the top tied in a knot in the middle, and her cowboy boots. Her hair was in a straight ponytail. Right as she was putting the finishing touches on her look her phone rang. "Hello?" "Please tell me you see my truck in your driveway.." Trevor said nervously. Lindsi looked out her bedroom window and sure enough there he was. "Affirmative!" Lindsi said as she trotted outside to meet him. "Wow..." Trevor said as Lindsi approached him. "What?" Lindsi said as she looked down at her chosen outfit. Trevor grabbed Lindsi hand and spun her around. "You look amazing. As I knew you would." Trevor said beaming. "Well, Thank you!" Lindsi said as they hugged. "Ready to meet my parents?" Lindsi asked nervously. "Yes ma'am I am!" Trevor said enthusiastically. "Here we go then." Lindsi said as she led Trevor into the house. "Mom! Dad! I want you to meet someone!" Lindsi called though the house. Her mother was already standing at the sink when they walked in and Lindsi noticed the look on her mothers face. It was a look of sheer approval. "Hello Trevor! I'm Lindsi's mother, Kathy." Her mom said as she and Trevor shook hands. "Pleasure to meet you Mrs. Chadwick." Trevor said as they ended the handshake. "Hello, Trevor..." Said Lindsi's dad as he came bounding down the hall and into the kitchen. "Hello Mr. Chadwick" Trevor stuck out his hand and Lindsi's dad took it and shook it firmly. Lindsi watched as this was going on, she knew this was the person Trevor had to worry about the most. "That's my little girl right there son. MY BABY. Even though she is 18 she'll always be my baby." Lindsi's dad said and he looked Trevor dead in the eyes. But Lindsi noticed Trevor didn't waver or look scared at all. "Yes sir. I fully understand, I also know that I too would die if something should happen to her." Lindsi turned her head toward her mother and looked shocked and excited. Lindsi's mom smiled back. "Well I'm sure she is in safe hands. Ya'll have fun and be safe." Lindsi's dad turned to her and smiled. Lindsi mouthed "Thank you" over her shoulder as they headed out the door. Once they where back in the truck and buckled in Lindsi turned to Trevor. "That wasn't so bad huh?" "Nah. I was totally okay the WHOLE TIME." Trevor said. "Uh huh. SURE." Lindsi said laughing. "I'm serious!" Trevor said as he smiled and grabbed Lindsi's hand. "Is.. this okay?" Trevor asked as he gestured to their intertwined hands. "Yes. It's fine." Lindsi said smiling and rubbing the top of his hand with her thumb. Trevor smiled as she did this. "You know Lindsi.. I think I'm more scared of you.. than I am of your parents.." Trevor said. "Oh? Why so?" "Because.. I'm afraid of losing you.."

Part 5

Trevor was looking deeply into Lindsi's eyes as he asked this question. "Trevor...I... You..." Lindsi swallowed hard. "You are the most amazing guy, and I love your company... I.. just got out of a HORRID relationship.. and.. I'd really like to get to know you more.. before I jump and fall again...I'm sorry.. I didn't mean to hurt you.." Trevor smiled at this. "Lindsi, I respect you. I respect you for the decision you just made, for the strength that must have required. And I would be delighted to get to know you more as well, and I'm genuinely sorry if I pressured you." Lindsi smiled hugely. "Trevor.. you have no idea how much this means to me! Oh my goodness! I could hug you so hard right now." Trevor opened his arms "Do it girl!" Lindsi slammed into him and hugged him tightly. she whispered. "Thank you." into his camo jacket. They then climbed into his truck and started back toward the college. Trevor stopped in front of Lindsi's car to let her out. "Safe and sound again ma'am!" "Thank you Trevor, for everything. I hope I didn't hurt your ego too bad.." Lindsi said shyly. "Nah! There's still hope crazy! You said not yet not no." "Indeed I did sir!" Lindsi said as she smiled and leaned over the console and  quickly kissed him on the cheek. "Trevor placed his hand over where Lindsi's lips were. "Yea, I definitely felt some hope there." Lindsi smiled and said: "Good. I hope you did. Please stay in touch Trevor." Lindsi then slid of  the truck and over to her car. She waved until he rounded the corner then got into her car. "EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!" Lindsi squealed. "Oh my Goodness!! I can't believe this! He is so awesome! I hope he does stay in touch.. since I rejected him. I hope he isn't one of those guys that tell you they'll stay in touch and then he disappears." She thought to herself. She then looked Heavenward. "May Your Will Be Done." She then drove home.

At 10:30 the next morning, Lindsi was awakened by her phone ringing. "Err.. Helloo?" "Morning sunshine!" Trevor said. "Morn..ing." Lindsi said as she rubbed her face. "I'm sorry if I woke you up but I just wanted to call to see if you had any plans tonight?" "It's okay, best wake up call I've had in a while. Tonight huh? Let me look." Lindsi threw the covers back and walked over to her wall calendar and looked at the days date. It was empty. Her heart leaped. "It looks like I'm free tonight. What's up?" "I was wondering if you wanted to go out to eat.. with me.. tonight." Trevor stammered. "I would love to!" "Awesome! What time am I picking you up?" "What time works for you?" Lindsi said half shocked. "He is COMING to PICK ME UP? Wow. This IS a first." She thought to herself. "Say around 7?" Trevor said breaking up the thought. "Sounds amazing.. I'll text you the directions, but I warn you they are kinda confusing. If you get lost call and ill come meet you somewhere, until you get the hang of it." "Okay! Sounds good." Trevor laughed. "Wait! Where are we eating?" Lindsi asked. "You'll see pretty girl you'll see." "A surprise huh? I love it! But that doesn't help in the "What do I wear" department you know!" Lindsi teased. "Well, All I can say is wear what you want. You'll look beautiful in anything I know for fact." Trevor said. "Thank you Trevor! That was sweet!" "Anytime Lindsi. Anytime." Trevor said. "See you at 7 then!" Lindsi said her excitement mounting. "I can't wait. And I mean that literally." Trevor said. Lindsi laughed. "It's  only 8 1/2 hours! You'll survive, now if you'll excuse me I have to go raid my closet." "OH! What are you wearing?" Trevor asked curiously. "You'll see Trevor. You'll see." And she hung up the phone.

Part 4.

Lindsi's phone buzzed right as she was about to pick up her things and head to Speech. "Meet up after class?" Trevor texted. "Sure! I get out at 12:20, where we meeting?" Lindsi gathered her things while she waited for his response. "Meet me in from of the Student Center" "Okay see you there!" Lindsi sat anxiously awaiting the speech class to be over. 12:20 finally rolled around and she practically ran out of the classroom. She walked a little ways to the Student Center and there, sitting on the brick, was Trevor. He turned, stood and smiled when he saw Lindsi coming. "How was class?" He said as he opened his arms for a hug. Lindsi hugged him and said: "Grueling. I detest speech." Trevor laughed and said: "Was that your last class of the day?" "Yes. Thank goodness!" Lindsi said as they released the hug. "Do you wanna go for some coffee? It's kinda chilly out." "I'd love that, but I'm broke." Lindsi said laughing. "I'll pay." Trevor proceeded. "I CAN'T LET YOU DO THAT!" Lindsi protested. "I insist! Now hush." Lindsi curled her lips under as Trevor told her this. "Come on! My trucks right here." They walked to his truck. On their way to Starbucks, Trevor was playing 102.5 and Redneck Crazy came on. The two exchanged looks and sang at the top of their lungs. They harmonized well. after the song was over, Lindsi say: "You are the first guy that's ever wanted to sing with me out loud and proud!" "Really? The others musta been chicken shits!" Lindsi laughed out loud. "I reckon they were!" Trevor laughed and turned into the Starbucks parking lot. After they got inside and ordered their drinks and they were standing around waiting for them Trevor turned to Lindsi and said "You know, truth be known... your the first girl I've ever really clicked with.. and your also the most unique girl I've ever met. But I like it."  "Well thank you sir. Same to you." Lindsi said with a big smile. "and You have one of the most beautiful smiles I've ever seen." Lindsi couldn't help but blush at this. "$5,000 dollars worth..." Lindsi stammered as the Starbucks lady called her name to go get her drink then called Trevor's. Lindsi picked them both up and turned to walk back to the table and bumped into Trevor. "Oh! I.. I'm sorry.." Lindsi said as Trevor caught her around the side with one arm and took his drink with the other. "It's fine.." Trevor said as he looked down into Lindsi's eyes. Lindsi smiled as he released her and they walked back to the table. The chatted over their coffee and when it was time to go Trevor stopped Lindsi by grabbing her shoulder and slightly spinning her around. "Lindsi. I can't take this anymore. You are the most beautiful, unique, funny, amazing girl I've ever had the privilege of meeting. I can't focus on anything without your face popping into my head. Your wonderful." "Trevor I... I don't know what to say...." "You don't have to say anything Lindsi. Just stand very.. very.. still." Lindsi was. Trevor neared her lips.. He planted his lips on hers gently. He gently placed a hand on her face and with the other he held her hand in his. After the kiss was over Trevor lifted Lindsi's face to look at him. "Lindsi. Will You be my girlfriend?"

Part 3.

Lindsi finished up her hour and a half yoga class, and was headed out the door of the class, only to find a ever sweaty Trevor standing beside it. "Hey!" He said as he spotted Lindsi. "Hey..." Lindsi breathed. Her yoga teacher worked them out again today. "Tired?" Trevor said as he walked along with Lindsi outside. "Yes. Horribly." Lindsi said as she draped her jacket over her shoulders. Even though she was sweaty it was still 60 degrees out there. "Me too! I just lifted and did the elliptical" Trevor said as they waited for the cars to go across the street. "You are probably worse than me then! My core hurts and my hairs a mess and I'm sweaty." Lindsi said. "Ouch. Um.. Hey.. I know your really tired and all but.. is there any way you would.. maybe.. like to go for... yogurt?" Trevor edged. "Frozen?" Lindsi asked inquisitively. "Yea! TCBY okay?" Lindsi smiled then. "How did he know I've been CRAVING frozen yogurt?" Lindsi asked herself. "Yea! That would be great!" Lindsi said. "Awesome!" Trevor said as he too smiled. "Gosh he has a great smile..." Lindsi again thought to herself. "We can take my truck if you want.." Trevor asked carefully. "Umm are you sure you wanted to bring me all the way back here?" Lindsi asked as she shivered slightly. "Yea! It's not a big deal to me! Unless you wanna take your car. I thought it would save you gas." Trevor said as he noticed her shiver. "Wow, um, That's REALLY nice of you." Lindsi said shocked. "Hey! My momma taught me manners! What can I say?" Trevor beamed. Lindsi smiled and shivered again, her sweat had dissipated by now. "Well, It's definitely a good quality to have, manners take you a long way." "Yea, they do." Trevor said as they reached his truck. It was a grey Z71 with mud tires, slightly lifted. "Wow..." Lindsi gaped as he unlocked the drivers side door. "What?" Trevor asked as he walked around the other side and opened the passenger side door for Lindsi.  "This truck... is AWESOME! I've always wanted a truck like this!" Lindsi said excitedly. Trevor smiled. "Really? I wouldn't have pegged you as a truck loving kind of girl. It's definitely not a mother ship." Trevor smiled wider as he said this. "Your right... it's 150 times BETTER! And hey there's ALOT more to me than meets the eye boy! " Lindsi said as she walked closer to the door. "Thank you, and oh really? Like what?" Trevor said as he helped Lindsi into the truck and shut the door. Lindsi buckled up while he walked around the other side and hopped in. "Well, missy Ma'am?" Trevor said as the engine roared to life. " Well, for starters, I AM a truck loving kind of girl, Thank you!" "Alright what else?" Trevor asked as he pulled away from the college. "Goodness. Where do I even begin!" Lindsi said with a smile as she warmed her hands on the vents of the truck. "Well, at the beginning silly!" Trevor laughed.  So she did. "Well on July 13th 1995 a baby girl was born....."

As they pulled into TCBY's parking lot, Lindsi was just finishing telling Trevor about all her courses she was taking at the college. He knew her birthday, that she lived with both her parents and puppy in DeKalb, that she loved music, animals, and laughter, about her best friend, and her family, what movies she liked, what she did for fun, and how silly she loved to act. He seemed accepting of it all. " Now tell me about you!" Lindsi prodded as she filled her cup with yogurt. "Well, I'm 19. Birthday is June 23, 1994." Trevor said as he followed behind Lindsi. " My parents live here in Texarkana, I grew up in Abilene, Then we moved down here, because dad got a job offer, and we stayed here ever since." They sat down at a table as Trevor continued. "I too love music, animals, and Jesus, and laughter." Lindsi smiled as she took a bite of her yogurt. "I love riding four-wheelers, mudding, and horse back riding." Trevor continued. " Wow! Lucky! I can't ride four-wheelers! One we don't own one and two I'm in a residential area. If I did though I'd be muddy all the time. Even though I've never done that either... or horseback riding." "What kinda country girl are you!?" Trevor laughed. "If you ain't never done none of them things you ain't quite country...yet." "Well! It's not my fault!" Lindsi laughed back. "True, True. Maybe one day when we both don't have class I can take you out to my place and we can make you into a FULL country girl, You've definitely got the accent down though!" Trevor laughed. "Thank you! I think.. and that would be AWESOMEEEE" Lindsi said as she scraped the last of her yogurt into her mouth. "Okay then! Just tell me when you don't have class and we'll try to set it up." "Okay. Will do!" Lindsi said as she and Trevor stood and started toward the door. "So, did you enjoy your yogurt?" "The yogurt and the company were both divine!" Lindsi said  flirtily. Trevor smiled. "I'm glad I could help with that. I had a good time too." They climbed back in the truck and started toward the college. They were discussing food, when they pulled up next to Lindsi's car. "Thank you Trevor. I had a great time." Lindsi said shyly. "Your most welcome. Thank you for not rejecting me!" Trevor said. Lindsi laughed. "Why in the world would I reject you?" " Because, You think I'm a creepy guy who keeps stalking your every move." Trevor said. "OH! SO YOU ADMIT IT!" Lindsi said smiling. "NO! NO! That's not the way...." " I know I know! I'm playing, I promise. You are super nice and a gentleman is what you are sir." Lindsi said. Trevor smiled again. "Thank you Lindsi. Um.. Hey.. Do you wanna exchange phone numbers to keep in touch or would that be to far or creepy?" 'NO! That's totally fine! I was wondering how I was going to contact you if I didn't have class anyhow!" Lindsi said pulling out her phone. The two exchanged phone numbers and Lindsi jumped out of his truck and after saying their goodbyes she waved as he pulled away from the curb. "Wow, He is something else." She thought to herself, looking Heavenward. " Thank you, It was totally worth the wait, and little bit of pain. Thank you God, Thank you." She got in her car and drove home.

Part 2. (Continuing from last post.)

As they neared her car Lindsi smiled and said: "There it is! The grand mothership!" Trevor laughed and said: "Ah! Looks like it gets good gas mileage!" "Yea, it does!" Lindsi said as she patted the hood of her blue Hyundai and dug around in her purse for her keys. When she finally found her keys she clicked the unlock button on her automatic key ring. She opened the back door as Trevor huddled closer to the car to block the slight wind that was blowing that day. She threw her bag in the back and shut the door, and turned to get into the front when she noticed Trevor huddled close to the car, arms shoved into his coat pockets. "Oh, my goodness! I'm sorry your standing out here in the freezing weather on account on me! I feel really bad now!" "Eh it's fine! Don't worry about it, and don't apologize! I told you I'd walk you to your car and I am a man of my word!" "Well thank you for freezing and keeping your word, ye kind and noble gentleman!" Lindsi said as she opened the drivers side door and stood behind it. Trevor chuckled and said: "Ye are welcome, ye fine maiden!" Lindsi laughed and ducked inside her car and shut the door, smiling one last time at Trevor before buckling up and backing out. He smiled back and did a small wave as he watched her til all he saw was her taillights. When Lindsi reached the first red light after pulling away from the college she thought to herself. "I may never see Trevor again.. it was nice while it lasted though." The light then turned green and she drove home thinking about philosophy and the cold weather.

Two weeks passed and Lindsi was an hour early to her yoga class, because her Ethics teacher was out of town so she didn't have to attend that class. She had been wanting to explore the gym, other than the yoga room, and she did have an hour to kill. She was feeling like she wanted to try out the elliptical, and those, she believed, were on the top floor. So she mounted the steps in search of the stationary bike. When she got to the top floor she noticed she was the only one there. "Good! I don't have to be eyeballed by creepy old guys, or young, dumb college prevs." She thought to herself as she chose a machine toward the middle of the upper deck. She was busily pedaling away when out of the corner of her eye she saw a figure she didn't pay much mind to it, she was in the peak of her workout. "Lindsi?" She slowed down and turned her head toward her name only to see Trevor standing 2 feet away. "Oh! Hey! Good Lord! I.." She grabbed her towel from her bag on the floor as she dismounted off the bike. She began to wipe the sweat off of her face and chest as Trevor set his stuff down. "Are you stalking me? How'd you know I'd be here today...?" Trevor said trying to hide a sly smile. "I Would never do that!" Lindsi said as she took a long drink from her water bottle. "Oh By the way! Your new furniture looks great from the yard." She smiled again as she took another drink. Trevor chuckled that adorable chuckle of his, and mounted one of the bikes. "So where you done? Where you stopping on account of me interrupting you?" Lindsi looked at her cell, it was 1:30, she did have another good 15 minutes before she had to be downstairs for yoga. "I actually have a class at 2 downstairs." She said sit back on the bike she was just on and pedaling slowly. "Oh? What's that?" Trevor asked curiously. "Yoga. The only reason I'm here is because my 12:30 philosophy class cancelled, and I've been wanting to get up here!"  "Ah! I see! So you are an avid workout person?" Trevor asked pedaling too. "Well, I do love to workout, but at the beginning of the semester I was TOTALLY out of shape, I'm slightly better now." Lindsi said staring down at her tummy. "I come up here when I have the time, But I like to workout as well, it's a good stress reliever." Trevor said staring at Lindsi across the way. "Yea, yoga is pretty good at relieving stress but it can be a BIG workout too!" Trevor nodded in agreement. "You look pretty stress free to me." "Yea, But that's from not procrastinating on homework (too much), a regimen of facial cleansers, and GOD." Lindsi said with a shy smile. "Yea? It helps to have a go getter attitude and the Man Upstairs to help you." This caught Lindsi off guard. "You believe!?" Lindsi said excitedly. "Of course I do! Goodness! I wouldn't be anywhere without the Lord!" Trevor said enthusiastically. "Good.. Great, to know. Oh! My class starts in 10 minutes! Dang you Trevor... making me almost late!" Lindsi said as she hopped off the bike and slung her bag over her shoulder. Trevor held his hands up in surrender. "I'm sorry. Please don't take me to your base on Jupiter and suck my brains out through a straw!" She swatted him playfully on her way past him to the stairs. He was muscled up.  "I'll never live that Jupiter thing down will I?" She asked as she was about to descend. "Maybe, but not today." Trevor smiled. Lindsi smiled back and said, "Oh! For the Record. I was here first, so if anything you stalked me." "Dang. Witty.Smart.AND pretty." Lindsi rolled her eyes and waved as she descended the stairs. "Bye Trevor!" She called over her shoulder. "THAT WAS A COMPLIMENT!" She heard him yell. "I know," she said to herself as she opened the door to her yoga class.  "Believe me I know."

Food for thought.

It had been three months. Three months of college. She was smarter, still no friends (her age at least), and she was in better shape (thank you Yoga). She was lounging on one of the couches in The Hub, reading her philosophy book. Her hair was longer and curly, loosely hanging around her shoulders, and she was in dark wash denim jeans and a white shirt with a brown scarf. (November weather). A guy comes in and notices her. She gives him a look that says: "Don't even think about it buddy, I'm busy." She wasn't always like that. She just decided to not be so easy and soft anymore, because when she was, they used and abused her. Besides, she was leaving it to GOD. He sat in a chair in the corner and opened his own book. She stole little glances at him every now and then. Sandy brown/blonde hair, green eyes, red and black plaid shirt with white undershirt, and faded, worn jeans. "Hmm, not bad.." she thought to herself. "What the heck is wrong with you!?! Back to your book missy!" She scolded herself. She turned her attention back to her ethics book. She was reading about the importance of morals when she heard him say: "You like that book?" She turned to him slightly annoyed. " Yes. I find it interesting! Thank you." She turned back to her book. "Hmm. To each is own I suppose." He retorted. She was silent for a while, as was he. His cell phone began to ring and he snatched it up out of his pocket. "Redneck Crazy" by Tyler Farr started playing. Her head turned so quickly she almost gave herself whiplash. He answered the call. " Hey man! No, just doing a little reading. Yes. I read." He laughed then, a hearty, full laugh. If she was a dog her ears would have perked up then. It was a cute laugh. Not sissified, not lumberjack. Good and wholesome. "Yea, I'll text you later, there is someone else here who I don't think takes to kindly to others interrupting her. Yes. A Her. I don't know. Okay. Later man." "Sorry one of my buds." He says as he slides his phone back into his pocket.  "It's okay" she says as she turns a page "Umm.. nice ringtone.." She said offhandedly. "Oh! Thanks. It's a favorite of mine!" She smirks and places the book on her knee. "Mine too!" "Really now! Well what do you know!" He laughs again. She smiles at that laugh. "Yea, I've loved that song since I first hear it!" He nods. "Me too! I crank my stereo UP when it comes on the radio." She nods in agreement. "Oh, Gosh! Where are the southern manners my momma taught me! She'd slap me if she was here! 'Specially in the presence of such a beautiful woman!" She purses her lips together but eventually gives up and smiles. "I'm Trevor." He says extending his hand. "Lindsi" She says in return, shaking his hand. "Rough hands.. firm grip" she thinks to herself. "Nice to meet you, Lindsi" "Likewise to you Trevor." She leans back against the couch as he gets this cheesy look on his face. He has one eyebrow raised and a smirk on his face and says: "So, You come here often?" She smirks back and says: : Nope, just dropped in from Jupiter. My ships parked out front." "YOU are the one that is taking up 6 parking places huh? Shame on you! They will ticket you for that you know!" She cracks a smile and says: "Eh, I'll be okay. I just hope they take Jupitarian dollars." "I don't think that'll work....." He says. "She laughs at this. "Then I better board the mother ship before I get ticketed!" "Damn!" He mumbles. "What? I gotta be home in time for dinner!" She says still smiling. " I had a feeling you were from another planet.. cause your looking outta this world!" He gets that same goofy look on his face. She laughs out loud this time. "Okay, so that was bad. Really, Really bad." "But it made you laugh"  "That it did that it did!" She begins to gather her things. "So you were SERIOUS about boarding the mother ship!?" He stands as she finishes closing her bag. "Okay, So I'm not an alien, I'm not from Jupiter, and I'm only occupying one parking spot. You got me!" He chuckles as she slings her bag over her shoulder. "Would you be brave enough to view and help me find my mothership?" She does the star wars/ trek fingers. "I do come in peace" "I would love too." He says as they exit out into the chilly day.

I Just Can't Take My Eyes Off You.

She wakes, wrapped up in the blanket, and his arms. She laughs silently, as she looks to her left and sees him. Asleep. It was weird waking up before him. It is usually the guy that watches the girl sleep. She was very thankful she was awake before him now. She flashes back to a picture her mom took of her asleep one Christmas morning. "Eck." She thinks. She looks down at his arms wrapped around her bare torso, and begins to wiggle out of them. As soon as she is almost out, they tighten back around her and pull her to him closely. "Ah, ah, ah ma'am!" "How long have you been awake?" "Just where do you think you are going?" She snuggles closer to him. He was warm. "Nowhere now." "That's what I thought." She smirks. "I could get up if I wanted to." "Try. I dare you." He tells her. "Okay." She lifts to get up but his arms are locked too tight around her. He pulls her on top of him and locks his arm around her. "Looks like your caught." She smiles and kisses him. "How unfortunate for me."

Fast Cars & Freedom

She was hunched over some homework, in what was called "The Hub". It was an area in the back of the TC library. "Ughhhhhhhh." Lindsi turned to see her new friend Collen standing in the doorway. "Are you talk-" She started to say but then realized he was on the phone, well, hanging it up really. "Is everything okay?" She asks him. "Yes, just a friend having some issues with his girl." She turns her head back to her books. "Oh, i hope everything turns out okay." "I'm sure it will, so what are you working away at over here?" He turned up the book to stare at the cover. "Physics. I just don't get it... i didn't in high school either." He smiles. "I love Physics! Maybe I can help you out." He scoots his chair close to her. "Oh, good! Your just beginning! So I can help you without you being lost!" She smiles. "Thank goodness!" He beginnings to explain the Physics to her, and she actually gets it!
Later, shes not sure how much time has passed, but her stomach begins to growl. "Excuse me! I must be hungry!" He checks his phone. "Well, I imagine you are! We have been in here for over 3 hours." "Your kidding! it didn't feel like that long at all! I hope I didn't keep you from any plans!" "Not at all! I was actually coming in here to see if you wanted to grab some coffee with me, when i noticed that confused look." She blushes. "Well, I would love to grab some coffee with you, Collen." "Well, you sound like you need more than coffee Lindsi. How about, Olive Garden? That's my favorite place." "I LOVE THAT PLACE!" She says. "Well, After you ma'am." "Wait! Will your girlfriend be mad about you taken another girl out to dinner?" "Last time I checked I was a single guy.. but lets talk more about that over dinner, shall we?" He draped his arm loosely around her shoulders, as they head out to eat.

The Perfect Love ( I Can Love You Like That)

He walks in as she pulls the homemade pizza out of the oven. She left the door unlocked for him. "Hey!" she says as she sets the hot pan on the counter and turns off the oven. "Hey." He says as he wraps his arms around her from behind and nuzzles her neck. She giggles as he runs his hands down her arms and interlocks their hands. He pulls her into him and kisses her. She kisses him back. "I missed you, Lindsi." He says. She smiles. "I missed you too." He grabs her from behind again and walks like that around the kitchen with her. "Did you already eat lunch on the way here?" She turns around to look at him. "No, specifically for this reason!" He picks up a slice of pizza she just cut. "Well it's good to know you enjoy my cooking!" She says laughing. "I do!" He says as he spit pizza across the kitchen. She laughs again and wipes the pizza sauce off the corner of his lip. "Messy eater, aren't we?" She says as he swallows the last bite of pizza. "Yes, I wonder how you taste?" He attacks her neck, slobbering and kissing and biting all over it as she falls into him and laughs again. "Quiiiiiiitttttt Ittttttt!" She laughs. When he finally quits her neck is covered in red pizza flakes and slobber. "Yuck!" She grabs a napkin and wipes her neck off. "You taste pretty awesome babe." She rolls her eyes and turns back to her pizza. 'Did you just roll your eyes at me?" He advances toward her, and she knows he is about to get her. She runs around him and to the living room where they run around the chairs until he grabs one of her legs and trips her. She falls next to him on the living room floor. "Um, ouch! You butthole!" He crawls over her and pins her to the floor. 'Well missy! Don't roll your eyes at me!" He kisses her, long and slowly. Then helps her up to the couch where they lay together and talk, and cuddle eventually fall asleep. Curled up. Full of pizza. And utterly... Satisfied.