Stage 57 - Contemplating The Proposition

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• A Marriage Without Boundaries   Stage 64 - It Feels Like Home

  ~Amidst having a place that feels like home. Two people must practice self-care and nurture their relationship to create a positive environment for children to thrive.~It was well past 2 a.m. when Jake and Hailey finally pulled into the gravel driveway of the Ranch House, the tires crunching softly beneath them. Exhausted from the long hours of driving, they could hardly muster the energy to absorb the tranquility of their surroundings. The moon hung in a velvet sky, casting a pale glow over the rustic wooden structure that had always felt like a second home. “Jake, I’m going to crash right here on the couch,” Hailey murmured as she rubbed her eyes. Her voice was barely a whisper, fatigue painting her words. “I’m too sleepy to move another inch.” Jake turned to her, concern etched on his face. “I’ll get a blanket for you,” he replied, trying to disguise the worry behind his friendly tone. After the stressful week they both had endured, the prospect of succumbing to sleep seemed like

• A Marriage Without Boundaries   Stage 63 - Is This A Yes?

  ~There is nothing wrong with falling in love and getting married again ~"Does it mean you are okay with everything?" Jake asked her, surprised."Yes." Hailey inhaled deeply and then sighed heavily. "When do you want to leave to do this, Jake?"Jake's eyes stretched. "Uhmm...you're going to return with me to Whispering Creek?""Yes," she said seriously without cracking a smile.Jake yelped! It was a sound Hailey had never heard before from him, leaving her startled as he shouted with excitement in his eyes. "Ooh, doggie! Milo is going to bark and holler! I'm sorry, but I'm excited right now. My prayers have been answered." Hailey smiled, calming her heart as the baby within her leaped in response. Realizing Jake was genuinely happy. Hailey could feel his joy from the other side of the table. She was pleased for him, giving him time to celebrate. Once he calmed down a little. Hailey said, "Okay, I have rules." "Yes, ma'am! I'm all ears!" He said, smiling brightly at her. "Since we

• A Marriage Without Boundaries   Stage 62- A Shocking Revelation

  ~Do you have a map? Because I keep getting lost in your eyes.~"You're going to marry him?!" Julie asked, as everyone in the kitchen stopped and looked at the two of them. Hailey partially smiled at her crew in the restaurant kitchen. "Could everyone please get back to work?" The shuffling and clanking of pots and pans proceeded on as usual. "Julie? Thank you very much for putting my business out on the streets. I hope you noticed I'm not getting any younger, and I haven't even dated once. Besides, I'm attracted to him, to my surprise.""I'm just shocked, that's all! Completely shocked!. Just two days ago, you said no, then yesterday, you said not over your dead body! And tonight, you'll tell him you'll marry him?""Alright, alright! Julie, you made your point loud and clear." Hailey shoves Julie's shoulder, pushing her into the office and closing the door so they can talk more privately.But it wasn't as if Hailey hadn't considered every angle of her decision. She told herself it

• A Marriage Without Boundaries   Stage 61 -  No Pressure. 

  ~ Love is patient and understanding.~Jake interrupted her question. "I don't want to burden you. However, please take some time to consider it. I'll let you call the shots and make the rules for us to follow that will make you feel comfortable. And I promise I'll do my best to live by them. I will do all you say; it doesn't even have to be forever, maybe just long enough months to convince my dad we are in Love....and then once he backs off...you can divorce me." Jake said sadly." Hailey kept her gaze on his sweet, handsome face as she listened. "Well, it's late. I should say bye." Jake said, moving toward the door."Okay, I'll recap everything. How much time do you have left before leaving for Whispering Creek?" "I have a little more time than two weeks, " Jake said. " I told my parents we will be getting married." Hailey's eyes expanded with an I can't believe this, smile on her face. "Wait! You're saying you have only two weeks left?" Hailey asked, surprised by the short per

• A Marriage Without Boundaries   Stage 60 - Heart Of Motivation

  ~Love does not consist of gazing at each other in the eyes, but looking at the Heart.~Hailey had a lot to think about. The one night that kept coming to her mind was when Jake's fiancée, Bridgette, told her to leave the ranch and never return. She never imagined contemplating returning there after being so humiliated. But there was no denying she cared about Jake and could relate to his situation, which was why she considered it. Hailey knew all too well what it was like being with someone you don’t love, and they don't love you.She also tearfully considered her circumstances more carefully. Working and keeping things going this late in pregnancy was a struggle. The money she inherited from her grandparents was wasted in a sad marriage, and she had to get out of it. But it wasn't having security for her and the baby that moved her heart; it was hearing all that Jake was going through and how he was being forced to be with someone just to keep the ranch, which was rightfully his.Jak

• A Marriage Without Boundaries   Stage 59 - Sharing Is Caring

  ~Sharing thoughts, communicating regularly, laughing together, and practicing forgiveness can have a great and positive impact on the couple’s intimate and romantic life.~Hailey loved the way he responded to her food. He made her feel like her food was the best thing she had ever had."You must want to move back to Whispering Creek?" Hailey said as she took her seat across from him. "Yes, I do. It's pretty lonely here, and people are, how can I say this? People here only care about work and money. And at one time, I guess I was that way. But something has changed for me." "Really? You are a person who not only cares about winning, but also cares about people. I thought you would have many friends.""I have a few. But it could be me, I don’t trust everyone. Plus, I’m so focused on work and trying to make sure I meet my goal.""Your goal?" Jake looked at her cute face and complimented her perfect features. He never imagined a girl who looks like Hailey would turn him on the way s