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A Winston Family Christmas
By: BigBossJay Date: December 24, 2019, 2:21 pm
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Laila stood in the mirror, sighing to herself as she touched the
small wrinkles that were on her face. They showed the hard years
she'd rode, and it made her think about the position she was in
now. Just outside of the door, she heard her husband's voice.
Soon, the door popped open and Lorenzo poked his head in.
Lorenzo. Dr. Marks is on the phone.
Laila sighed hard and nodded as Lorenzo walked in and shut the
door as he put the phone on speaker.
Lorenzo. We're here, Keith.
Keith. I'm glad you came in early, Laila. It is breast cancer.
Lorenzo immediately kissed Laila's temple.
Keith. We caught it early, I fully expect you to make a full
recovery.
Lorenzo. Money isn't an object, Keith.
Keith. I know.
Laila. What do I need to do?
Keith. I'll prescribe you medication at your next visit and
we'll see how it does for you before we look into further
options, okay? Again, I'm glad you came in sooner rather than
later.
Laila. I know myself, and I know when I'm not feeling good.
Laila nodded.
Laila. Thank you, Keith. Thank you so much.
Keith. You're welcome. Anything you need, call me.
Lorenzo hung up the phone and looked at Laila, who was already
looking at him.
Laila. I know what you're going to say, the answer is no.
Lorenzo. Laila--
Laila. I'm not ruining Christmas, okay? Everyone is in a good
space, this news won't do anything but bring the mood down. This
is the first Christmas in years our entire family will be
together, the grandkids will be here, it's my first Christmas
completely sober. Lorenzo...
The two met eyes.
Laila. Keith said I would be okay, there's no sense in bothering
them about it at all.
Lorenzo. Baby...fine. If you don't want to tell them, we won't.
But...
Laila turned, looking at Lorenzo in the mirror as she continued
to pretty herself.
Lorenzo. If this does get worse, you have to promise me we'll
tell them.
Laila. I promise.
Lorenzo put his hand on the small of her back.
Lorenzo. On a lighter note, I'm happy everyone's going to be
here. Liam and his kids...
Laila. It's still crazy to me that he went off and had a son.
Lorenzo. How's he been holding up since Cierra passed? I haven't
spoken to him much.
Laila. I think he's good. It's been a year, and as we both know
the holidays aren't ever an easy time. But having Charley and
baby Lennox is keeping him going. He's moving back here to start
teaching again, and he wants to raise them around family.
Lorenzo. Good.
Laila. You talk to Lamar this morning?[/center]
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Re: A Winston Family Christmas
By: deHamm Date: December 25, 2019, 12:51 pm
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Myles. Mama, can I have this?
Chante paused from putting on her earrings so she could look
over at Myles.
Chante. Remember back at the airport store I told you that I
wasn't going to share my trail mix and you should have got some?
Myles smiled at her and she smirked shaking her head.
Chante. Now here we are... That's why I told you not to get that
other mess..
Myles. It didn't sound good at the time but....
As Myles paused Lamar spoke up.
Lamar. But it's always tastes better when it's mamas... Right?
Myles. Right..
Chante smirked as she looked over at Lamar who was holding their
daughter with his back to them. She could see the smirk on his
face as Myles nodded continuing to look at Chante.
Chante. Go on Myles..
Myles smiled a bit and took a seat on his bed while digging into
the trail mix. Chante made her way over to Lamar as he looked
down at Lei. He had just finished feeding her, and she was
looking up at him with heavy eyes.
Chante. Did she eat it all?
Lamar. Na. She still has a half bottle left.
Chante nodded as she contemplated breast feeding for the night
or taking bottles.
Lamar. We can take a couple extras just in case.
She smirked looking down at him as he smiled up at her.
Chante. Have you talked to your parents?
Lamar. I have. Dad said everyone was going to arrive at about
the same time.. We should probably get going in the next few
minutes though.
Chante nodded as Myles walked into the bathroom and then she
took a seat next to Lamar.
Chante. I know you haven't been getting much sleep lately.. Are
you okay?
Lamar nodded.
Lamar. I'm alright baby..
Chante looked over at him and he kissed her forehead.
Lamar. I'm fine.. Really..
Chante nodded as there was a knock on the door. Lamar moved, but
she stood up quicker.
Chante. I'll get it..
She made her way over to the door and looked through the
peephole before she opened it. Once the door was opened, she
smiled at Malik and Angelica in their Christmas best.
Chante. Hey there... I see yall.. Lookin all good and stuff..
Chante smiled as the two walked into the room.
Malik. Thank you..
Angelica. I like your dress..
Chante. Thank you honey.. Are yall about ready?
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Re: A Winston Family Christmas
By: BigBossJay Date: December 25, 2019, 1:51 pm
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Lamar looked down at Myles.
Lamar. Go get your sister's bag for me, Lil G.
Myles. Yes, sir.
Myles ran off as Lamar double checked himself, speaking in a
soft tone.
Lamar. Keys, wallet, phone, gifts...Myles got the baby bag...
His eyes shifted and he laughed as Angelica looked at him,
shaking her head.
Angelica. It's weird how much you and Malik are alike. He
literally does the same thing, in the same order. Keys, wallet,
phone.
Malik. Stop acting like you don't love it, girl.
Angelica. I love everything about you.
The two shared a quick kiss as Chante smirked.
Chante. What is this? Christmas number 3 as a couple?
Angelica. 3 1/2 amazing years.
Myles walked in with Lei's bag and a smile.
Myles. Can I carry her?
Lamar. Yeah, let's head out so we can get to the house on time.
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Tristan adjusted his sweater as he stood in the mirror. The
bedroom door creaked open and Aeson walked into the room with a
grin on his face. Tristan smiled and immediately held his arms
open for him.
Tristan. Get over here, lil' boy.
Aeson giggled and ran to him, jumping into his arms. Tristan
hugged him before standing him on the dresser.
Tristan. Daddy look okay?
Aeson. Yup.
Tristan. Now the question is, why you in here with no shirt on?
Down the hall, Tristan heard Lacy hollering Aeson's name. She
made her way into the room and grinned as Aeson laughed
uncontrollably.
Lacy. You better come on so we can go see Gma and Pawpaw. Little
naked self.
She picked Aeson up and sat him on their bed as Tristan bit his
lip. Lacy glanced back at him with a smile.
Lacy. What?
Tristan. Can't wait to have more kids and see you like this
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Re: A Winston Family Christmas
By: deHamm Date: December 25, 2019, 2:51 pm
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Lacy smirked at Tristan.
Lacy. See me like what?
She turned her attention back to Aeson while she helped him slip
on his button up. Moments later, she felt Tristan's arm snake
around her waist as she finished buttoning up Aeson's shirt.
Tristan. You get this mom look when you tend to lil man.. It's
hot..
Lacy smiled and nodded as she turned around in his arms. They
had been living together since they got engaged when they went
off to Thailand, and things were going smoothly. She had even
gotten back into her art vlogs and hosting local art shows for
the city's talent all while he was still managing top athletes
across the sports.
Lacy. Well.. Once we get the wedding out of the way, then we can
focus on expanding our family... You're already a great with
Aeson.. Our next kiddo will be lucky to have you too..
She smiled as she straightened his tie, then she looked up at
him and they shared a kiss before she could get another thought
out, she heard bouncing on the bed behind her. They both turned
their attention to a jumping Aeson with no shoes on.
Lacy. Little boy..
Tristan. Don't worry about it baby.. I'll finish getting him
dressed and you go finish yourself..
Lacy smiled and touched her head feeling a few rollers that she
had forgotten about.
Lacy. Thank you baby.. I'm almost ready though..
Lacy walked into their bathroom and began to fix her hair and
finish off her make up. Before long she was wrapping up and
Tristan was holding her waist again as they looked in the mirror
at each other.
Lacy. Aes all dressed?
Tristan. Yeap. And he's playing on his tablet..
Lacy smiled and noddeed.
Lacy. It's amazing how you can calm him down..
Tristan. Sometime I bribe him...
They both laughed and Lacy shook her head a bit.
Tristan. -shrug- He's a smart kid.. You ready to go though?
Lacy nodded and they all began making their way to the car while
Aeson talks to his tablet. "Im sure Aeson would love being a big
brother.."
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Re: A Winston Family Christmas
By: BigBossJay Date: December 27, 2019, 11:14 pm
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Laila stood in the kitchen as she and Lorenzo's chef continued
preparing Christmas dinner. Laila smiled as she looked over her
shoulder at her.
Claire. Someone's in a great mood.
Laila. It's Christmas, and my whole family is going to be here.
First time in a few years we've all been in a good enough space
to be around each other.
Claire. All the grandkids and everything.
Laila. Exactly.
Laila leaned against the counter, sipping her juice.
Laila. It'll never be the same without Leo, and I know everyone
is going to feel the effects of his absence.
Claire. Is that why you asked for a place to be set next to
Samone's seat?
Laila. Yes. There's a lot happening, but I wouldn't feel right
not honoring him at our first Christmas dinner since his
passing.
The doorbell rang and Laila quickly rushed from the kitchen,
past the huge Christmas tree in the entryway, and opened it. She
grinned as Charley held up bags.
Laila. Hey, sweetheart!
Charley. Hi,grandma!
The two embraced each other as Laila looked over Charley's
shoulder to see Liam carrying a car seat. He made his way up the
stairs and Laila wrapped her arms around his shoulders.
Laila. You look so healthy, baby.
Liam. You too, mama.
Laila. Is my baby in there?!
Liam. Asleep right now, finally.
Charley. He fussed all the way here and fell asleep like 5
minutes ago.
Laila accepted the bags from Charley and shut the door behind
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Re: A Winston Family Christmas
By: deHamm Date: January 3, 2020, 11:12 pm
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Lorenzo stood in front of the fireplace while he held a glass of
scotch in one hand with the other stuffed in his pocket. He was
still processing Laila having cancer, and all that they had gone
through to get to this point in life. This Christmas they
accomplished having everyone come home, and he didn't want to
send any of their kids into a panic over something he knew was
going to be taken care of. Before he could finish his next
thought, he heard a familiar tiny voice behind him.
Charley. Pawpaw!
He turned around with a smile on his face as Charley ran to him.
He sat his drink down and squatted with open arms.
Lorenzo. There's my girl!
She ran into his arms and he accepted her lovingly.
Charley. Merry Christmas..
Lorenzo. Merry Christmas to you too babygirl.. Where's your dad
and that little brother of yours?
He stood to his feet just as Liam and Laila walked in.
Liam. Hey dad..
Lorenzo. Hey son.. Where's my grandson?
Liam. I put him down.. He's been upset all day..
Lorenzo nodded.
Lorenzo. Have you talked to Samone today?
Laila. I spoke to her this morning.. She said they would be here
for dinner after she left her sister's house..
Lorenzo nodded as Charley walked back into the living room
taking a seat behind the piano. He heard the keys stroke lightly
before they all turned their attention to her.
Liam. Play what you been practicing.. Show grandma and pawpaw
what you got..
Lorenzo. Yeahh. Let me see..
He grinned happily as Charley began playing a jazzy song that he
enjoyed even though he'd never heard it before.
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Re: A Winston Family Christmas
By: BigBossJay Date: January 17, 2020, 4:57 pm
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Liam stared at Charley as she played effortlessly, smiling from
ear to ear. His mother siddled up next to him and handed him a
glass of wine. He accepted with a smile and sipped it, sighing.
Laila. Getting old, kiddo.
Liam. Very...feels surreal, being a single father of two.
Especially a teenage girl.
Laila. You're doing great, though.
He smiled and nodded.
Laila. How are you two holding up?
Liam. We're okay. Of course, there's good days and bad days. I
just hate that Lennox won't know Cierra.
Laila. He'll always know her through you and Charley.
Laila rubbed Liam's back as a light knock came to the door.
Laila walked off and squealed after she opened the door.
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Laila. My babygirl!
Tristan watched as Laila and Lacey embraced each other lovingly.
Aeson bounced in his arms at the sight of his grandmother.
Aeson. Gramma, gramma!
Laila. Hey, pumpkin!
Laila quickly scooped him in her arms and showered him with
kisses.
Tristan. So I just can't get no love, huh?
Laila. Hi, Tristan, how are you?
Tristan. I'm good.
He kissed her temple and handed her a bag.
Tristan. Merry Christmas.
Laila. Thank you. Y'all come in. Charley is playing piano.
The family filed into the home as Tristan carried bags into the
kitchen, greeting Liam as he poured another glass of wine.
Tristan. Wassup, brother-in-law?
Liam. Living the dream. Merry Christmas.
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