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Post by Lubyfanatic316 on May 26, 2006 22:37:56 GMT 10
awsome updates!
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Post by <3 LubyII <3 on May 26, 2006 23:33:37 GMT 10
Loved the updates! Can't wait for the next one.
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Post by elsj on May 27, 2006 1:01:01 GMT 10
Wow, great story
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Post by Abbie on May 27, 2006 3:21:13 GMT 10
This is amazing!! Please update soon!!
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rnintraining513
Duchess of Luby
"I don't need a ring or a white dress to tell you how much I love you."
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Post by rnintraining513 on May 27, 2006 3:44:43 GMT 10
Wow, thanks so much to everyone for all the really kind comments. I really appreciate it. It means a lot to know that so many people like my fanfic and that people actually get up early to read it before work! You guys are all awesome. I am applying for summer jobs online right now....and I have a party later. I'll try to write a little more later if I can...since everyone seems to want more updates. Yay!
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rnintraining513
Duchess of Luby
"I don't need a ring or a white dress to tell you how much I love you."
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Post by rnintraining513 on May 27, 2006 5:15:03 GMT 10
Chapter Eighteen: “Sleep-at last”
Luka spent the entire night by baby Joe’s side. It had been almost two weeks, and there was little change in the baby. He was still connected to the vent and it killed Luka that he was still unable to hold his son. Abby was asleep on the rocking chair next to him. He felt bad for her. She had hardly slept a wink these past two weeks. The black bags under her eyes were an obvious indication of many sleepless nights.
Luka leaned his head back and rubbed his eyes then he turned to face Abby. “Abby,” he said, gently nudging her arm. “Hmm,” she mumbled in response with her eyes and mouth still closed. “Abby,” he started, nudging her again. “Why don’t you go to the lounge and get some sleep?” She stirred slightly. “I’m okay,” she answered softly. “You are sleeping in a chair,” he laughed. “Why don’t you at least go sleep in a real bed?” Abby turned her head towards Luka with her eyes still closed. “I’m not sleeping,” she mumbled. “I’m just..resting my eyes a little.” Luka laughed. He stood up and walked over to the baby. “I’ll be right back, Joe,” he said. “It’s time to put mommy to bed.”
Luka walked over to the rocking chair and put his arms around Abby to lift her. She put her arms around his neck, and slowly opened her eyes. “Hi,” she mumbled with a laugh. “Hi,” Luka laughed back. “Do I have to?” Abby asked. “Come on,” Luka started, as he tightened his grip around Abby. “I’ll give you a lift.” He lifted Abby and she rested her tired head on his shoulders. “Wow, this is nice,” she said with a laugh. Luka just shook his head and smiled. “Wait,” she said, pointing to Joe. Luka walked over next to the baby. “Goodnight, Joe,” Abby said. “I’ll be back tomorrow.”
On the walk down the hallway, Morris spotted Luka and Abby. “Well, isn’t this cute,” he said to a sleepy Abby. She laughed as she looked at him. “You know your jealous,” she said to him. Morris laughed. “Oh, Abbs, you underestimate me,” he said to her. “Goodnight, Morris,” Abby said as she laid her head back onto Luka’s shoulder.
Abby sighed as Luka laid her down on an empty bed. “Ahh, this is nice!” She said, stretching out her arms. Luka laid down on the bed next to her. “When was the last time we were in a bed together?” Abby said to him. “It’s been too long,” he said, putting his arm around her and kissing her cheek. “You know,” Luka started. “Once Joe comes home, we probably won’t have another night alone until he’s…eighteen.” Abby let out a sleepy laugh. “And here we are, all alone,” Luka said, kissing her neck. Abby pushed him away playfully. “Luka, you look like crap. We haven’t slept in days. And I know if you look like crap, then I probably look ten times worse,” Abby said to him. Luka laid his head on her shoulder. “And besides, as sad as it is…I’m too tired to have sex! How pathetic is that?” They both laughed. “Me too,” Luka sighed as she pulled the blanket up around them both. “I’ll just lay with you for about an hour.” “Okay,” Abby answered, drifting back to sleep. “Goodnight, Abby,” Luka said, looking at Abby. “Night,” she mumbled.
Abby woke up quickly as the bright lights of the room came on. Luka’s arm was around her, and he was snoring. “Sorry!” Neela said. “I didn’t know you guys were still here.” Abby sat up a little. “How long have we been sleeping?” She asked, pushing a strand of hair out of her eyes. “About twelve hours, I guess.” Abby threw Luka’s arm off of her. “Twelve hours!” She yelled. “Luka, wake up!” Luka rolled over and moaned. “Just a few more minutes,” he mumbled. Abby pulled the pillow out from under Luka’s head and then hit him with it. He opened his eyes and looked at her. “I’m up, I’m up!” He said, grabbing Abby and pulling her close to him. Luka looked over at Neela. “You might not want to see this,” he said, winking at Neela. “Oh, no thank you! I’ll leave!” Neela laughed. “Eww, Luka, you have got to be kidding me!” Abby laughed, pushing him away.
Abby looked at the clock on the wall. “We have to get going,” she said. “Dr. Coburn is coming to see the baby soon.” Luka yawned and nodded his head. “Okay,” he said as he laid his head back down on the pillow-less bed. Abby climbed over him. “And thank you for scaring my friend away!” Abby laughed, hitting Luka with the pillow once again.
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Post by rnintraining513 on May 27, 2006 5:45:39 GMT 10
Chapter Nineteen: “Graduation Day”
Abby threw her hair up, disheveled on her head with a clip. “Oh man, I look like crap!” She said out loud. She opened her locker and grabbed a toothbrush. “Luka, get up!” She yelled, her mouth full of toothpaste. She took off her shirt and pants. She searched through her locker, but found nothing. “Where are my clothes?” She said out loud. She walked over to Luka and gently shook him. “Do I have any more clothes?” He opened his eyes and perked up at the sight of Abby in her underwear. Other than a pink scar on her stomach, Abby looked almost the same as she did before she was pregnant. “What?” He asked with a smile. “Oh nevermind,” she said. “I’ll just throw on some scrubs.” Luka sat up and ran his hands through his hair. “You look good,” he said, nodding his head. She rolled her eyes and threw a pair of scrubs at him. “Get dressed!”
Luka grabbed Abby’s hand as the walked towards the elevator. She looked up at him and smiled. Carrie passed them by in the hallway. “Hey, Carrie,” Luka said to her. “Hey there,” Carrie answered. “Abby, how are you feeling? How’s the baby?” Abby nodded. “I’m feeling fine, a lot better. And we are on our way to see Dr. Coburn right now. We’re hoping she says Joe can come off the vent soon.” Carrie smiled. “That’s good, Abby,” she said. “I’ll have to stop by and see him later.” Abby nodded as she and Luka continued towards the elevator. “Oh, and Abby,” Carried called. Abby turned her head. “I’m glad you had a boy. Henry outgrows his clothes so fast. It will be good to have someone to give them too.” Carrie smiled at the two of them. “Good luck,” she said as she turned to head back to work. “Carrie,” Abby called. “Thanks!” Carried nodded. “Anytime,” she said as she walked away.
Abby nervously bit her finger nails as they waited for Dr. Coburn. Luka grabbed her hand so that she would stop. “I’m just nervous,” she said to him. “I know,” he answered. Dr. Coburn walked into the room. “Good afternoon Luka and Abby,” she said with a smile. “How are you both feeling?” “Good,” Abby answered simply. Dr. Coburn walked over and looked at Joe’s chart. “Not much of a change?” Luka questioned, already knowing the answer. “Well, nothing big, but that’s okay. He still looks good.” Abby nodded. Dr. Coburn pulled a stool over and sat next to them. “It’s been two weeks now,” she started. “And as you know, the longer he is on the vent, the higher the risk of complications.” They both nodded. “So? You want to take him off?” Abby questioned. Dr. Coburn nodded. “Well, we want to try. If he doesn’t tolerate it, we’ll just put him back on and try again in a few days.” Luka squeezed Abby’s hand. “Well, let’s do it then,” Abby said, looking at Luka.
Joe wrapped his tiny hand around Abby’s finger. She closed her eyes and sighed. Luka walked up behind her and put his arms around her waste. “He’ll be okay, Abby,” he whispered in her ear. She nodded, her eyes still closed. “I know,” she said to him. “I’m just scared for him. He’s my little boy.” Luka kissed the top of Abby’s head. “Just think,” he started. “Once he gets off the vent, you’ll be able to hold him, Abby. You’ll be able to hold him and feed him. And soon he’ll be able to come home. Won’t it be great to have our baby at home?” Abby smiled at the thought of holding her son. “Yeah,” she answered. “I would like that.”
A team of doctors stood around baby Joe as they prepared to take him off the vent. Abby heard Luka mumbling Croatian words to himself. “What are you saying?” She asked him. “I’m praying,” he said to her. She looked at him and smiled. “Teach me,” she asked. He began saying the words a little louder and saying them in Croatian and then in English. Abby watched him with admiration. Luka looked ahead at the baby. “Keep praying with me,” Luka said to her before she could turn her head to look at the baby. She nodded, too afraid to do other wise. In the distance Abby could head the beeping machines and muffled voices, but she kept focusing on Luka’s lips. One day her own son would be speaking these words like his father. That made her heart skip a beat. Suddenly, Luka stopped praying. “What?” Abby asked, closing her eyes. “Listen,” Luka whispered quietly. In the distance, Abby heard a soft, shrill cry. “Is that?” She asked Luka. He nodded and then looked at her. “That’s our son.” Tears filled both their eyes as they hugged each other.
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Post by zelda on May 27, 2006 6:00:30 GMT 10
That's absolutely amazing! I cried. Can't say anything else!
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Post by les400coups on May 27, 2006 6:18:02 GMT 10
the new chapters are awesome !! i hope baby joe will be ok !! abby and luka deserve their happiness !!
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Post by taija on May 27, 2006 6:32:38 GMT 10
I just readed all chapters and i loved them, it's hard to believe that this is your first fanfic. Please update soon (:
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Post by noekii on May 27, 2006 6:57:30 GMT 10
You're an awesome writer. Love the new updates!
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rnintraining513
Duchess of Luby
"I don't need a ring or a white dress to tell you how much I love you."
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Post by rnintraining513 on May 27, 2006 7:19:04 GMT 10
That's absolutely amazing! I cried. Can't say anything else! Thank you very much... I'm glad the emotional details got through to you. I didn't mean to make anyone cry! But...glad you liked it.
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rnintraining513
Duchess of Luby
"I don't need a ring or a white dress to tell you how much I love you."
Posts: 322
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Post by rnintraining513 on May 27, 2006 7:23:44 GMT 10
I just readed all chapters and i loved them, it's hard to believe that this is your first fanfic. Please update soon (: Thank you. I actually didn't even know what fanfiction was before I came on here. My brother just graduated from college with a degree in english. He has a band and writes music. He's always been the writer in our family. Writing has always been kind of my secret passion. I would write stories, but kept them to myself because I didn't know anything like fanfiction existed! With all these comments, maybe I should change my major! I know it would be a lot easier than nursing! Nah, all the hard work will be worth it...besides...I understand all the ER lingo a lot better now. Thanks again to everyone for leaving me so many nice comments. I'm on my way out to a party, but I'll try to write some more later tonight! Bye for now!
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