Chapter 1

Rory's Journal!

Eventually we decide on the times we live in is in the great aspects of our knowing and not knowing how much of our responsibilities requires actions. Know when to say yes, and when to say no, and when to take action.

With action's comes consequences for the choices we decide to make, but knowing when those actions can affect other's it based on troubles that might rise to the standards of our expectations in our good intentions of the heart!!!

Hi my name is Rory and this is my story of how my life led me to this picture window writing in my journal and reading in my own Bed & Breakfast INN which me and My mom now own. We never lost faith, but had some doubts on how it could rise to our expectations. That was just the beginning.. We didn't know of this place til a friend of mine suggested that we get away and find a new leash on life and go on an adventure..

" Before the leave "

The day before

We left our house packing everything to the car and headed to anywhere else that wasn't here for us to remind ourselves of our past life. We were ready to go on an adventure, but didn't know it'd be this soon. We well deserved it. We have had a good life here, but looking back reminding ourselves our past is now behind us and there's no looking back anymore. Our future is ahead of us, waiting for us to make a move, to act on this one thing that is a great way of doing bigger and better things for life of me and mom both!

This is considered a good thing for me. We never really got to go anywhere just the two of us, this time I noticed a glow on mom's face. I knew in a way she was ready to leave. She would drop hints on places she would see in magazines and give me that look, I have read her face. Every time her eyes caught a glimpse imagining herself there I'd see her close her eyes and take in a soft breath while looking at pictures of beaches and lakes.

Overwhelmed with happiness I was happy to see mom have a blessed life with me by her side, I felt so sorry for her. My heart swells with happiness and I feel a warm feeling going through my body to think how much more I can do to help her find her way through her life. You could feel The compassion in the room. The atmosphere would change every time.

There had been times we didn't get along with one another, but we being a single mom and single daughter we managed to continue in the love we have toward each other like a mom and daughter should be. We had hit some rough spots. I would go on dates and feel bad leaving mom home watching tv eating ice cream and pizza. I didn't wanna leave her, because I was afraid something might happen to her while I'm out, but she still suggested I get out and have fun being young with friend's and dating. I would watch her look out the window watching me leave with boys driving vehicles.

Mom would work during the days at the newspaper office, she would be back by 3:00, but when I was going to school and by the time i'd arrive home she'd either have dinner cooked and ready or order take out. She lived for a new article to work on for the next day's job.

Here I am 33 years old and looking back reminds me how both of our lives was never anything fun. When my friend's wanted to go somewhere mom would watch me walk out the door and stand there in the door way watching me as we left, I'd turn around and blow her kiss and have tears in my eyes. I watched her going in the house with a blanket wrapped around her and a cup of coffee in her right hand. That's one thing we had in common our love for coffee. Even though I may have had a great time hanging out with my friend's I'd feel bad not asking if mom could tag along with us. Because she deserved just as much fun as I did! After graduating from high school I had a good talk with my friend Amber, who suggested we go on this adventure. Me and Amber had been friend's since the beginning of kindergarten. Which led us here.

1. " Life is filled with the unexpected. " Rory mumbled to herself looking outside of the window and closed the journal and laid it on top of the book she was reading, before she wrote in her journal. She gracefully laid the ink pen on top and grabbed her cup of tea with a smile on her face she stood up to watch people walking the town in around the gazebo in the middle of town and  sitting on the benches on their phones and listening to music or sitting on the grass reading books.; and socializing with each other.

Watching children play and seeing couples holding hands and seeing people drinking coffee and on their computers outside from across the street at the local coffee shop sitting there at the dinning tables under an awning. Seeing bushes filled with flowers and a flower shop selling flowers from outside and her favorite place a book store and a candle shop in the view.

Feeling good in spirit Rory decides to go to her room and put her books and pen away in her nightstand and changed from her pajamas to a yellow dress with Pink floral and white sandals and went to the dining room to set the tables.

Rory ? " YES " she turned around! Lauren called Rory to come help her. Can you  brew some coffee and fill up cups of orange juice while I fix scrambled eggs, bacon, pancakes, and sausage. Can you cut up fruits like a side of raspberries and blueberries, bananas, mango, and papaya in a fruit dish. ?

Rory answered with " SURE " if I can sneak and eat some ? Trust me, I have another dish actually a bigger dish here just for us tonight for a movie night! Wow, that's amazing.

" Now cut these up for our guests " you don't have to ask twice. I'm on it!! She grabs a knife and cuts them in cute shapes and delicately so she won't accidentally cut herself.

Rory poured herself a cup of coffee afterwards And took that first restorative sip About as good as Expected. Savoring the taste of that first sip of coffee. You know Rory, you didn't have to cut up the fruit in different shapes, but I think it's cute.. I do too mom! Smiling at her warm hearted and snuck a kiss on her Lauren's cheek. What's that for Rory ? Lauren weirdly feeling warm inside. That's for being a big part of my life. I never really tell you how much you mean to me. I couldn't have asked for a better Mom and I thank god for blessing me with a mom like you. " Aww " those are the sweetest words I count a blessing.

The moment felt like a lot more like it was just at the right time and was very heartfelt. Rory feeling good in spirit and the moment seemed right. Just feeling the atmosphere change for a chance Lauren realized the mood of Rory showed up when she walked into the dining room to see Rory smiling like she was on cloud nine.

2.

Rory was vividly in love with the mood she was in that she decided she wanted to walk across the street and look at all the books, but before leaving she sat down at the table with Lauren and the guest's to enjoy a filling meal before asking permission to be out all day just as long it was alright with Lauren.

Obviously she don't mind! She suggested that Rory go out and meet everyone and make some friends.

" Thanks Mom" Rory anxiously excited! They finish the meal and let everyone go do their daily activities and routines and Rory helps with the dishes. She gets half done and noticed someone coming in from the back door.

Hello! Hello Back.. You must be Lauren's daughter ? Yes , I am and who are you exactly ? I'm Sam I'm the Chef.. silence filled the room " Oh Samantha" Lauren walked through the door way and noticed her new chef! This is my daughter Rory you'll see her here everyday from today. " Mom, I leaving " oh yeah I forgot that fast! Go on get out of here and have fun.

" oh you know I will " Rory still anxious excited and leaves them to do their job.

Hey Sam! Lauren is excited to tell Sam about Rory.. She also had the idea to ask Samantha over for movie night.. I have to have you tonight in our room for movie night, tonight just us girls! We're having fruits, pizza, and ice cream.. "Wow living on the edge" Samantha's anxious, but excited! You'll have fun just be sure to get permission. I don't want you to get in trouble if you're late getting home or you don't show up at your house. " Oh, no problem I'll tell my husband I'll be out for the night and tomorrow with friend's " I'll text him so he won't worry. I'll have to go home and change clothes and get my stuff. " Oh do you like music ? " Sam asked! Sure I love music that's one of the things me and Rory have in common. We love all genres of music.. Music is life. SWEET, I'll bring some Cd's!

3. Poor Rory, Sam is saddened and burdened to see Rory with a black eye. Is there anything I can do Lauren? I mean anything at all.. Nah she'll be fine! She's Ok.. Lauren answered! But we do need to start preparing for supper.

Anything special you want me to make ? Actually Sammie. Can I call you Sammie ? Sure! My grandma and grandpa both called me Sammie. Can you make apple crumble and some creme brûlée ? I sure can. I'll start gathering the ingredients! Yummy I can taste it already.

Lauren walks towards her and Rory's room to check up on Rory to see if she was feeling better. She opened the door to find Rory sitting up reading a novel. Hey Kiddo, how's the eye ? It's feeling better Rory answered! That's good.. Tell me have you made any friends ? I sure did and get this I didn't know the community already knew our names, isn't that weird ? Yes the creepiest! She sits on the bed and see's that the redness had been going down. Well there's one things for sure you met a guy, but I wouldn't think you'd meet him this way kiddo. I know I should be embarrassed. Rory answered! Nah.. You'll be ok. So has he got a friend ? Mom he's the doctor's son. Oh.. Ohhh. I was talking to him outside! Yes I know mom.. The best part out of all of this he kissed me. What ? Tell me the details. Lauren was happy to hear to hear. He kissed me on the cheek mom. Aww, romance.. It's in the air! Can you feel it ? What have you been drinking mom ? Oh nothing. I just feel happy that you're happy. I sure am.

Hey mom later do you wanna go to the mall ? Rory asked! There's a mall too ? Why didn't anyone tell me ? I met a girl at the book store across the street, her mom owns the mall. Lauren is excited! Wow, and you have made some friend's and her mom happens to own the town mall. That sounds exciting. Well we'll go later. We'll close up around 5 and us three can go shopping! Three And may I ask who the third is oh it's our chef. I invited her for a girls night with movies with us. We can go close up and go shopping and come back and watch movies and eat pizza, fruits, and ice cream.. Yum. Well, mom I think I'll catch up with you later I'm 4 pages away from finishing this chapter. Ok kiddo well I'll let you relax when you're finished I might be relaxing on the porch. We can watch people walk by and smell some fresh air. Merry and Happy Lauren oh hey we can walk around here a s meet new people! Sounds like fun Mom. Ok kiddo I'm out of here. Sam might need some help, oh I think I hear some people they might have reservations. We can talk later.. Love you Mom. Lauren is halfway there after she heard Rory and hollers back love you too kiddo.

Lauren didn't go straight to Sam, she went to her desk to grab her journal to write about how her Inn Over the past day or two, have seen promise of her Inn. It comes to fruition. She wrote " I witnessed it with many of my guest as well slowly one day at a time I forged a new life for myself a life that will has helped heal me and in the process I realized my guests have too. Seeing the smiles on their faces seeing them walk in and out so happy warmed my heart and out a smile on my face. My Inn became the main focus of the new Me.

Sam walked in at Registration to talk to Lauren about what to fix for supper. Actually Sam, how about we just order take out for Everyone and have a party here and welcome the whole town just so me and Rory can meet everyone. Hey I have a better idea, we'll do that tomorrow just fix something simple. Maybe soups and salads and maybe topaz. Sure thing Lauren. Sam said! Lauren added.. " That way you can take some time to relax and see how our Guests react to your creations, go nuts have fun I'll come in and help a bit! Give me time and I'll be there. A guest of family walked in. A woman, her husband and the cutest little boy and a 3 week baby girl. " Aww, isn't that sweet. " What a cute family! We won't be staying long we just need 3 days to stay. We needed out of our house for a while. Sure I'll take your reservation and then you can take all time you want to do whatever it is you do. I'm a motel staff that just lost her job, I however on the other side write books. The woman answered Lauren. In her mind Lauren thought to herself that wasn't a question. Well isn't that something, me and my daughter Rory both love books. Ok, your room is ready you're in room 2 enjoy and if there's anything you need let me don't hesitate to let me know. Sure thing. So they grab their things and head to their room.

4. Every day was a learning opportunity a season of personal and professional growth. For one I became far more proficient in the kitchen pretty tasty breakfast is for my guests Lauren murmuring to herself! At first Lauren was the cook until she hired Samantha as the chef. Now she has to find help in the kitchen so Samantha can have extra helping hands, so she won't have to do it alone.

Thinking on the party Lauren wanted to start making plans, she grabs a notebook and pen and start writing down the meal plan and decorations and timing and how to get the word out.

Rory comes out of the room, Hey momma! hey Kiddo you finished ? Wanna help me with something ? Like what ? Rory asked. Party plans! Huh.. Party ? What's this about ? I want to host a party in honor of the Inn and so we can meet everyone and maybe we can find some help. I have an idea why not put it in the newspaper ? Her advice was genius. Well, you wanna help me write it ? Lauren asking! Sure.. Rory answered! You having decorations ? Yes. Ok, since we're going to the mall later we can look for them. Best plan I have heard! What about food ? You can't have a party without food. Duh! Lauren looked obviously at Rory.Ok, we'll need to run the food plans with Sam. Uh, hun go see if she's not busy at the moment and we can talk it over with her. See if she can make anything special.

Rory goes to the kitchen, And saw Sam is in the middle of making the apple crumble and goes back to Lauren. Mom, she is busy right now. We can just write down the invitation and I can take it to the newspaper office after we're finished and pay them to advertise it, After supper we can talk to Sam. Ok, We can do that! Lauren agrees. So they go outside on the front porch and go over the details and come up with idea's to make it the perfect get together for everyone.

At that moment Derek the doctor's son walks bye. " Hey Rory and waved at her " Hey Derek! She answered back. Lauren saw Rory's reaction and smiled! So who is this Rory ? Rory answered! This Derek, the town doctor's son that walked me out of the office. You were busy talking to the doctor outside. Lauren wanted to thank Derek! Oh, OH Derek I wanna thank you for helping Rory out! It was my pleasure. Yes thank you again! Rory appreciating and being generous with a smile on her face thanking Derek for his concern. So what are you two doing ? " Oh " Lauren jumps at the moment.. We're making party plans for tomorrow we're inviting everyone in the community here for a party so we can meet everyone. Hey if you mind my helping I can take it to the newspaper office and have them add it in the newspaper. They're editing the article for tomorrow I can take it to them and save y'all a trip. Derek you are the sweetest! Lauren appreciated Derek for the help.

So Derek sits down on the steps, Derek you don't have to sit on the steps come up here and sit beside Rory, I know she'd gladly appreciate it! Rory looks at Lauren with a smile. Lauren smiles back in a narcissistically way at Rory.

The invitation said;

Grand Reopening of The Bed & Breakfast Inn!

As of The past couple night's I spent as the Inn's new proprietor I am profoundly great to be the new owner of this Inn and as of tomorrow we would like to cordially invite the community to join us in a new grand reopening. Party will include A variety of food and music for entertainment. We welcome everyone with open arms and an open door and the night would be free of charge if anyone wants to experience the bed & breakfast experience and spend the night and eat the food of an amazing Chef right from your very own community. Everyone Welcome your Bed & Breakfast Inn's new owner Lauren.

5. Party Plans *

Looks perfect! I'll take it on over to the newspaper editor and have them Add it before they're done. Derek left with the note. By the time he already made it inside the door. " Oh no " Rory mention's.. We forgot to mention the time of the party. Oh shoot! We did Lauren then remembers. Oh wait! Let's be casual about this and when people see it in the paper they'll be eagerly waiting for a sign of the opening. Perfect! Lauren is excited..

Hoping it all goes well makes Rory a lot more excited to go shopping. " Mom what time is it ? "

It's 5:00 Rory reminded Lauren that she wanted to close so they could go shopping for the things they needed! So they walk inside to the kitchen with the notebook and pen to see what they can buy at the grocery store for the food they'd be serving.

Finding Sam kneeled down on her knees looking for the right pots to make the soups in. " SAM " Yes! Sam Answered.. This party we're having for the grand reopening. What party ? Sam asked. We're finally going to have a party in honor of the Inn opening up under a new owner. Sam felt like her whole body was shaking. What's wrong Sam ? Rory asked! Oh nothing, just first time jitters. She calmly got ahold of herself and meditate for a minute doing her breathing exercises to calm her nerves. Ok, what's on the menu ? What would you like me to fix ? Lauren asked Sam what kind of foods she can make and suggested in would be the best of intentions of hiring some help so she won't be doing it all alone.

I can fix anything from Lasagna, anything with Chicken, steak, practically anything. Ok! Well let's narrow it down. Lauren suggested! What's your best dishes and desserts. For Desserts Creme Brûlée and Baked Alaska was the first thing that popped up in Sam's mind then she made the list in her head for other desserts like custards, and macaroons. For actual food Creamy garlic oven roasted chicken, lasagna, pasta's, salads, potato soup, and Taco soup.

Perfect! Lauren said.. You're making my mouth water when you said Taco Soup. Rory looked at Sam with a smile on her face, we just love taco's. Oh can you make some Japanese and Chinese food ? Yes mam, Sam answered back! Ohh, can you make some for the party ? Forget the party make it tonight for our girls night! Lauren said as she found herself getting hungry. Rory looks at Lauren.. Mom! Isn't that over doing this girls night. Chinese and Japanese's food ? Honey i'm starving already. Let's get a pizza at the mall and split it til it comes time for later for this girls night party for just the three of us.

Should I be starting the supper right now ? Yes you should! So they agree with the right kind of food and dessert and drinks to prepare and Rory and Lauren are on their way while they have one last look and make their check list with Sam and before heading out, Lauren checks to see if there were anymore reservations for tonight! Well looks like there's no more reservations, let's go! Wait mom don't you think you need to hire more help even when you are away or busy for that matter ? Yes I should! Lauren agreed! We'll do that tomorrow, we'll hold a meeting in the staff room and we can fix a board for outside of the door and explain how the Inn may just need some help and anyone interested can meet there when the party ends and that way we all can make a profit. Well, let's go Mom! We don't have all day. So they take the car and drive off to the mall and grocery store after shopping for clothes for something to wear for tomorrow night!

6. Came around 7:00 they was finished shopping and drove back to the Inn. They found everything they was looking for and took it inside and took the groceries in first and went back outside to carry all the supplies and coffee for them both and Sam to enjoy.

They put the decorations in the stock room where tables were stacked and cleaning supplies and every decoration of every season and holiday. So the next morning they can just grab everything and start cleaning and put everything where it should be.

Lauren wanted to finally relax so she lays her coffee down beside the couch near the picture window on the coffee table and Rory lays her coffee down as well and lays on the couch and falls asleep. Lauren lays there and counts her blessings while staring at Rory. She then didn't wanna wake up Rory to make her go to the bedroom. So she finds her journal where she hid it and starts writing. What attracted me most about the Inn what's the sense of peace experienced the moment I walked inside. In its place serenity a piece that's difficult to describe.

Unfortunately, discontentment didn't last long, my eyes said only flooding with tears and embarrassing me as we've been in the tour. But I'm not the only one who is managing the B&B inn alone. I have my only daughter Rory as well to thank and for giving me a visual into the future for the inn. Thinking to myself and thankful for the real estate agent gave me the tour of this wonderful and pretended not to notice the emotions are struggling to disguise. Luckily I hadn't sent over during the entire tour, nor have I asked a question not a single question. " I'll take it "

" I like to make an offer. " I didn't hesitate by that time I had no doubts. Asking price was more than fair and I was ready to move forward. She said I might want to think about that. This is a major decision. Don't give me wrong, She told me she was eager to make the sale it's just that I've never had anyone make such an important decision so quickly. If I were you I would think about it overnight, but only if I were you then there's no need. I knew right away that this is it. The instant Rory heard that I intended to quit my job and after making my decision I intended to negotiate to her decision to move after her friend Amber suggested we go on an adventure and see where it takes us. The only way I could achieve fulfillment was to find myself a new job and enjoy it.

This town is such a quaint and peaceful town away from the hectic world of the big city. I see why it's so popular for it's name. The lights all around town on at night and the gazebo lit up as well. The town is so peaceful and elegantly designed and decorated! Now I know I have to look at decorations for the outside of my B&B that helps draw paying customers with families that look for a quaint quiet and peaceful place to enjoy.

7. Lauren!

By the time not to decend on the inn, I was exhausted at eight, ad rain pelted against the windows in the wind whistling through the tall evergreens the color one side of the property, I made my way into the next bedroom that was on the main floor. The wild weather made it feel even cozier with a fire flickering in the fireplace. I didn't expect a fireplace, but then I experienced none of the strangeness of settling into a new place. I'd felt welcomed by this home from the moment I'd set foot in the front door.

The sheets were crisp and clean as I climbed into bed. I don't remember falling asleep, this peaceful and relaxing quaint atmosphere made it a nice place for relaxation. I thought of maybe making a spa in here, but yet I don't want to deal with putting away or selling the furniture. Hey i might just sneak and move into this place without telling Rory, but that would have just meant that It'd be mean to my only daughter. I sure don't want that! We're starting to become best of friends. What I've always wanted! I love to find a stronger way to become The best of friend's that she can put much more trust and faith in me. Thing's are starting to feel so heart warming.

Lauren then decided to tour what she realized what seemed to be the perfect place for her to escape from all her troubles. The ambiance was superb " I can't believe this place! " Lauren is so breathtaking at the moment.. How come I never really saw this part of the house ? She questioned herself! As she was set to take a risk of moving into that room. She saw a door which led outside and opened the door her jaw drops, to see such a superb view of the river. She noticed the back patio was already decorated in such fine detail and a place to dine. This is PERFECT! Her face is glowing and she couldn't be more happier about the Inn's owner.

She thought she was still dreaming and pinched herself. " Ouch" that actually hurt! Well well I better not tell anyone. I don't wanna take this place from anyone else that may need a little more room for their family. I can't do that! Yet if I mention it to Rory we can wait til after Sam leaves after our girls night and move our things in here, that way we have this place to ourselves and there's an extra room for customers this is a Big House. I'm sure this isn't the only perfect room like this. Later I'll show Rory.

" Speaking of Rory, I need to check up on her. "

She went back to the living room and there she was still peaceful and asleep. She was in the same place Lauren left her. So Lauren takes her notebook and hides it in the place she keeps it!

Lauren noticed The Doctor was just outside her window and coming closer to the Inn, she locked eyes with him when he walked through the door.

Hey! Luke opened the door and approached her..

Hi Luke.. Lauren couldn't stop smiling..

Luke couldn't help but to smile back!

Umm, I just came over to see how Rory was doing and to see if she was doing any better! Oh yes.. Lauren said she's laying right there on the couch if you wanna take a look. Is she asleep ? Luke asked

Yeah she's asleep, We just got back from shopping for decorations and stuff for a party tomorrow. Oh a party Right ? Yeah kind of like a community together for a grand reopening of the Inn. Oh that's sweet.. Yeah! We wouldn't be here if it wasn't for Rory! Lauren mentioned! She must be one great kid, yeah she's no longer a kid, she's 33 years old! Well, my Son Derek. Ahh yeah, He walked Rory outside from your office. Well do you mind if I look ? Not at all

He see's the swelling has gone down and color is starting to go away. That's suspicious! What ? What is it ? The door knob must not have hit her too bad because her color from her bruise is going away. Oh yeah.. Us Fuller's do heal quick! Plus or maybe it wasn't as bad as we thought! Yeah probably wasn't! Lauren addressed it!

Rory wakes up to see Luke hovering her. Hello! Oh I'm the town Doctor, Derek's dad! I just wanted to walk over to see how you were doing and see if you were feeling better. Obviously some sleep did you justice, well us Fuller's to heal quick. Rory answered! Hey that's what your mom said! Yeah. Can I get up now ? Yes sure, sorry! I was just here to check up on you. Ok, well I'm gonna go wash up before supper. Oh ok.. And Rory ? Luke wanted to thank Rory.. Yes! She answered, I seen a smile on my son's face you obviously don't know how long it's been since I've seen him smile. Well, I just wanted to let you know and to thank you. It was my pleasure. Rory walks back to her room and takes a shower and changes clothes for the night.

8. The Big Grand Opening Party 🎉

The next morning, Lauren woke up realizing it's only 4 in the morning. " Wake UP " Wake up Rory, wake up! No.. wake it up.. No! Rory.. " WHAT " We was suppose to move into the other room after Sam left! We both fell asleep.. Oh my goodness we did! Well come on get it up, let's high tail it! Ok, I'm up. Rory still irritated.. She was getting ready to make up the bed and grabbed the pillows and Lauren stopped her. DON'T .. What now ? Don't make up the bed! After we move everything we can come back here and go back to bed and make it look like we're still asleep. That way if Sam does decide to stop in here she'll only notice some of our things are missing, so just keep a few things in here! Just take all the clothes and the boxes and help me move. Lauren is very much anxious excited! Mom, your already excited this early in the morning. Yeah! Aren't you ? In a way! Ok, well help me.

So they pack everything up, but the very least and moved in the room and hung up their clothes in the closet and drawers before 6 and had finally officially moved in. They go back to their room and laid back down and got under the covers. Rory finally fell back to sleep and Lauren laid there trying to go back to sleep when she heard Sam open the front door and laid there listening for anything to happen. Then she finally dozed off to sleep and slept until 10:00

Wake it up Mom! Rory was wide awake with a smile on her face, drinking a cup of freshly brewed coffee. What's that wonderful smell ? Here mom I also grabbed you a cup of coffee, so this is for you. So Lauren sit up in bed and grabbed the cup of coffee. Well look at you so chipper and bright eyed and bushy tailed! Yep.. So Mom, you might wanna hurry it up, we said we were gonna start decorating and get everything ready for the Grand Reopening! Yes that's right. Well get up, don't let me have to tell you again. Ok MOM! Lauren said sarcastically and Rory laughed! FUNNY..

So Lauren, finally decided to get out of bed and put her clothes on, made up the bed and headed to the kitchen. Hey Sam! Hey Lauren, did you sleep good last night ? I trust you did! Yeah.. I did! By the way great coffee. Thanks. You're so welcome Sam is felt a great atmosphere and had a good feeling about the Party. Well, me and Rory is gonna start getting tables out of the storage room and start decorating! Do y'all need help ? No, don't sacrifice the food for us, you just keep doing what you're doing and we'll get to it! Well, actually.. Sam didn't tell them! I'm half way finished I'm waiting til at least an hour before people start coming to cut up fruits. Already ? Lauren asked! Already.. Sam answered! It sure does smell delicious. I can't wait for you to try it. Especially my chicken casserole! Wow, no wonder it smells like Thanksgiving. Yeah, it's all in the celery, the smell of celery filled the air. Sam said! Doesn't it make it feel like Thanksgiving ? It sure does. Lauren smiled at Sam. I love just Thanksgiving. The beautiful colorful fall leaves and the wind blowing about, and when it rains it makes the atmosphere feel even better. The ankle boots and pants tucked inside them, cozy warm sweaters and a rain coat! Ahh.. I can smell the apple crumble and carrot cake.

Don't tell me! You made Carrot cake. Lauren said! I sure did. Wow Sam you're on a roll. My mom use to make carrot cake from scratch. I don't make any kind of cake unless it's from Scratch.

So Sam! Lauren stopped.. If you don't have anything on the stove to watch maybe we could use some help! Oh.. Everything's been cooked Sam said! And ready. I started around 8:30 so all I have to do is warm them up at least an hour or two before the party. Throughout the day I can slice the cakes and pies and prepare topaz for little entree's. You have thought of everything Sam. Lauren thanking Sam! I'm proud of you. So they go and grab all the tables out of the storage room and chairs and grabbed everything that looked elegantly stunning to catch the eye. It took them 3 hours because Rory is a perfectionist at decorating. She was an interior designer and had an eye for design especially when it came to parties. She always wanted to be a party planner. Lauren told Sam in front of some guests that stayed. Sam. Noticed the guests! Oh breakfast is ready if you all would like some breakfast! The table is already made and everything is still fresh. Coffee is freshly brewed and for all you Tea lovers I decided to brew some tea as well. You get em Sam. Wait this isn't breakfast, this is lunch! It's called a brunch Mom! Rory reminded Her mom.

9. And the party begins!

Every bush is lit up and every light that led from the sidewalk up the porch was lit. Even the lights turned towards the Inn was lit, even the sign was lit.

Black and gold and purple balloons are hanging on the fence and by the porch. Even the Picnic tables outside was decorated with a black table cloth with purple and gold confetti. With Gold plates with a fine design. Soup bowls on top with and small Salad bowls inside the soup bowl. Wine glasses with a gold Trim around the top and around the bottom. Gold utensils with purple napkins. and And teal and purple orchids as centerpieces with battery powered candles for every table.

Tiki torches at every table to keep away bugs. And a fire pit for relaxation surrounded by benches. And hanging lights from tree to tree and top of the front porch And speakers for outside and inside the house for their selection of elegant music.

Inside look incredible as well. Soft snap on lights for the side of the tables. Even candle light and out the same orchids she put on the tables outside. She had gold platters for the food to keep the food warm. And the same balloons for inside the house. With an elegant charming decorations for the food tables and the wine cabinet lit on top on the inside of the cabinet to give it a soft touch of elegance. For when they open it up to be served to the tables. They hung up black curtains but left the windows open for candles and every door was decorated with gold wrapping paper and Purple bow ties. The black board had gold wrapping paper wrapped around the legs and a wrapped around purple bow tie that draped over the right top side. In white letters! " Hiring staff for Inn " stay after party to join our meeting. Looking for cooks too!

Around 5:00 the dinning room was decorated and lit up so elegantly they controlled the music at the front desk near the door over Rory's phone on through the speakers. To make a direct approach on the Inn.

With a big banner black banner in gold words outside hanging from the porch advertising the reopening

" A community get together to celebrate The Grand Reopening " with new Owner Lauren Fuller and chef Samantha!!

Around 7:00 The whole community looked like a ghost town every shop and store closed and for the first time the mall was closed!

by night it was lit up beautiful from every street light and every light in the community!

Stretched for miles people start coming and Rory and Sam and Lauren is putting the food in the platters even the fruits and desserts in Dishes.. and soda for those who don't drink and for kids.

Everyone looked like they quiet enjoyed themselves. Ans introduced themselves. Ans talked among each other. Some had came dressed elegant after seeing how Rory and Lauren was decorating the outside of the inn. Some came causal.

Lauren noticed Luke coming through the door! Hey Luke.. Hey stranger! Derek went looking for Rory but Luke introduced him to Lauren! Uh.. Dad I have met Lauren. I met her yesterday dad, I took their note about this party to newspaper office for them.

Well go I know who you're looking for, go find her.

Boys ? Yes Boys.. Lauren agreed!

Derek found Rory, hey.. Oh Hi! Rory is anxious excited to see Him there. They look to see their parents talking!! Wonder what they are talking about ? We may never know! Parents.. Yeah Parents. Derek agreed! Rory noticed Tiffany the book keeper coming in. Hey girl! Tiffany recognized Rory. Hey! Hi Tiffany. Derek acted weirdly like something went between him and Tiffany. Rory, now's the time to tell you why this feels a bit strange, but you no need to know that My dad dated her mom and it didn't go so well. But you two are friend's right ? Rory asked! Yeah we're friends. Ok, well maybe we can hang out sometimes. Sure! Tiffany agreed..

10. Derek's pretty much taken by Rory. Hey Tiffany do you mind if I talk to Rory alone ? Sure! I see some creme brûlée over there that's calling my name anyways. Talk to you both later. Later! Rory said!

So Rory, what's that intoxicating perfume you are wearing ? Oh that happens to be Exotic Kiss, by Victoria's Secret! Well Victoria has no secret on you. Smells intoxicating and smells really good! Rory looks turns to look into Derek's eyes. Oh gosh you smell great too, smell's sexy. Huh Derek laughs, but strangles a bit on his drink. Oh Are you Ok ? Rory asked! Oh yeah. I'm fine! It's just I haven't heard the word Sexy in a while since my dad and Tiffany's mom dated!

Oh. Well if you don't like me saying it I'll stop. Rory said! " Oh no " That's alright. I don't mind it now at all. I won't do that again. " Still I'm very sorry " Don't apologize for it. I promise I'll be sure to already have my drink swallowed before I laugh. " yeah it was a bit funny Rory laughing but Requested! let's change the subject. We don't have to talk about it anymore. Derek agreed to it.

Come around 9:00 people started leaving, but Rory and Lauren met a lot of great people. Everyone was so welcoming and joyful and had so much fun, some even suggested that they have more parties.

Hey Rory, Hi! Who are you ? I'm Hannah! Hannah Victoria Kane. Hi Hannah! I just love that name, you are very pretty. Rory said! So Welcome to our little community! Hannah replied.. You will love it here. I already do! She took a glance at Derek and smiled and he couldn't resist to smiled back! Aww, you two look so cute together! You two make the cutest couple. No, Uh! Rory tried to say something. Hannah interrupted! Oh I just love how This community can bring out the best in people. A lot of the new people who move here end up in a relationship with someone. I guess it's just love in the air.

So, Hannah decided to ask the ultimate question. So Rory What inspired you and your mom to move here ? Well.. A friend of mine suggested we take an adventure and see where it leads us. We kept driving til we felt a quaint atmosphere about the place where we stopped! It led us here.. We took a tour around here and saw this beautiful Inn. It really caught our attention and we decided to buy the place and Make it into a place where people can stay in like a home away from home, but we were told whoever built this Inn only stayed in it enough to make a name of it and moved out. So we decided we wanted to make it something big and epic.

Hannah was amazed! Well Rory I'm so glad you and your mom decided to move here. If ever you need anything I'm always available, I can give you and your mom a tour of this community, there's more to this community then meets the eye. It may just be a quaint little community, but It's a place to Heal. I can show you places that are breathtaking you won't want to leave this place. Oh trust me, Rory said! We're not moving anywhere. I'm happy to hear that! This Inn needed opened, it has secrets hidden in it that the first owner left for those who may decide to buy this place.

Hannah.. Hannah's Boyfriend Paul walked through the Door. Rory got a glimpse of Paul and her jaw dropped! This dark black hair and gray eyes gave away how much Rory might just have some competition. Let's go, your Dad and Mom's leaving. But I'm meeting new friend's. Well, I'm glad you did! Paul took one glance at Rory and he couldn't pull his eyes always. Uh. Uh.. I'm Paul! Paul Riley. He introduced himself! Hi! My name is Rory, Rory Fuller that's my mom and pointed to her, That's my Mom Lauren. Well then you two are Buzz around here that I just heard about. You just heard ? Rory asked! Yeah, I saw Hannah's Mom and Dad leaving and Her dad told me she was in here and told me to tell her to come on. I was walking bye here and they told me They Saw Hannah talking to the new owner. So you're the owner! No that's my mom, but I've been helping her a lot after we moved in. We're looking to interview some people for staff who would like to make a benefit of the hard work we're definitely gonna need around here. Staff huh ? Yeah Staff. Where do I go ? Oh those who are looking to help will stay after everyone leaves. Oh ok. Hannah how about we apply to work here! Oh that'd be perfect! Will you go tell my mom and dad so we won't worry them and tell them I'll call the car to come pick us up afterwards. Ok, I'll go tell them. Thanks Babe.

After Paul tells Hannah's Mom and Dad they understood that they both that's Hannah needed to take on more responsibilities as a 30 year old and agreed. Before they drove off Hannah's dad said! Trust me, Chloe If she wants to be treated like an adult then we need to treat her like an adult. We need to learn how to trust her and if she fails, then she's fail on her own she'll learn herself what it takes to be an adult! But we must be there when she comes to us for question's and advice. She ain't getting any younger, she's been on to us to listen to her feelings, so if this is what she wants then we need to learn how to listen and take caution to help her grow up. Yeah, you're right Babe! Chloe agree'd! She's very Vulnerable and we must trust her judgement! Well let's go. I'm tired.