Saturday, July 02, 2005


Ice sat in the mausoleum, waiting to see Green's ghost. He sees Great-great Grandpa Jess, but no Green coming out of the urn to his right. He thinks about how much he misses his son and what Green would want him to do and starts making some plans . . .  Posted by Picasa

"Now how about a birthday kiss?" Shane asked Wisteria. "But we've aleady kissed," Wisteria giggled back. "Just go with it . . . " Shane whispers. As Wisteria leaned in for a good night kiss on her birthday . . .  Posted by Picasa

With that, Shane took Wisteria into his arms and looking into each others' eyes, they both looked forward to finding out everything about those feelings that they could! Posted by Picasa

"I don't want to ever hear you talk about yourself that way, Wisteria! You are NOT stupid! You just have a little growing up to do, which is okay--you're only 18! I'm not that much older, but a little time can make a big difference. Of course, I want to see you again! As I said, I have feelings for you and you have feelings for me--let's just make sure they're the right feelings, okay?" Posted by Picasa

Wisteria pouts and starts to tear up. "I'm sorry, Shane. I guess you never want to see me again. I am acting like a stupid teenager, like I did when we were in the pool house after Green died. I feel so stupid!" Posted by Picasa

"Move in with us, Shane, right now, so we can really be together, the way people in love are supposed to be!" "Wait a minute, Wisteria, think about what you are saying. We barely know each other and you want me to move in, without even asking your family first! From what I hear, that's how previous 'heiresses' of this family have gotten married to men that were all wrong for them! We need to take some time so that we both know this is the right decision. You're an adult now, Wisteria, you need to start acting like one!" Posted by Picasa

When Orchid goes back in the house again, Wisteria groans, "Finally!" and throws herself into Shane's arms, this time, to Shane's delight and surprise. Posted by Picasa

"Um, don't mind me, I just needed to, um, water the flowers, yeah, that's it." "Honestly, Mom, in the middle of the night!" Shane thinks about how beautiful Orchid is, even at her age, and knows Wisteria will be just as beautiful, if not more so, as an elder. Part of him already wants to be with Wisteria when they are both elders together, but another part wants to make sure they aren't mistaking lust for love and take their time to get to know each other. Posted by Picasa

Of course, Orchid picks this moment to go back outside. She saw their kiss and is happy for Wisteria; he seems to genuinely like her, and besides, she wants some grandbabies! Posted by Picasa

Before Wisteria can finish the word, Shane is kissing her once again, to her surprised delight! Wow, he must really like her! Posted by Picasa

"Wow, you're a good kisser, Shane. Let's do that ag . . ." Posted by Picasa

. . . that turns into the kiss they started before! Posted by Picasa

Now for a romantic hug . . .  Posted by Picasa

"Yes, Mom finally went back inside!" Posted by Picasa

Just then, Wisteria's mom, Orchid walks by, so Wisteria starts an innocent game of Red Hands with Shane. Orchid knows exactly what was going on and is secretly very pleased. She knows Shane is an upstanding young man and not a cad like her granddad and her first husband were! Posted by Picasa

"Then don't," Wisteria says, looking into Shane's bright green eyes. Posted by Picasa

"Why wouldn't it be proper?" Wisteria whispers, leaning closer to Shane. "Well, I have to tell you, I think I have feelings for you, and now that you've grown into such a beautiful young woman, I don't think I'd be able to resist them." Posted by Picasa

"I'm honored, Wisteria. I almost didn't come to the party--I wasn't sure it would be proper." Posted by Picasa

"You know Shane, this is what I wished for when I blew out my candles, for you to be here to celebrate my birthday with me." Posted by Picasa

After enjoying her cake, Wisteria spots a familiar figure in the front yard--it's Shane! He DID come to her party after all! She happily runs out to greet him. Posted by Picasa

Of course, the little girls are first in line for the cake! (Right after the birthday girl.) Posted by Picasa

Our lovely and poised fifth gen heiress, in her new fancy birthday dress and ready for life as an adult! Posted by Picasa

"Oh, that's better! And yay, magical disappearing confetti!" Posted by Picasa

"Woah, I think I'm seeing stars . . . " Posted by Picasa

She gets ready to transition as Ultra and Jade have a jumping contest. "_I_ jumped higher!" "No, _I_ jumped higher!" Posted by Picasa