Antes De Diciembre Novels & Stories

My fingers drummed the arm of the couch as I waited. “Andrea?” My voice softened, coaxing. “Didn't you hear me?” Her head lifted slowly. Those blue eyes, always reminding me of Linden, met mine, cautious, like she didn’t want to hope for too much. “What celebrations?” “Christmas,” I said, leaning forward, resting my elbows on my knees, “and my birthday.” She blinked, shoulders shifting, “Oh. November just started.” “Well, where I come from, we prepare ahead in case things get expensive.”

“I work with time and it’s almost time for me to do something else.” “Alright... stay safe, December is tomorrow and this year’s Christmas will be very long.”“Hahaha... it reminds me of long Halloween. Only that, this time around, no one will be on costumes. No one is trick or treating and Santa is gonna come earlier than normal...” she glanced at the tv,“... am I right, Hendricks?”

The coming of the new year seemed to usher in added excitement and anticipation for Nathan and Rose. The winter season was still at its peak, and their home seemed to have gotten warmer with festive decorations and the soft glow of twinkling lights. With only weeks left before the baby's arrival, they were busier than ever in making last-minute preparations, eagerly counting down the days.

‘You too. Suddenly, my mood shifted. Maverik tracking down what I needed was amazing. Winter and I decided that even though we mated in December we would celebrate our anniversary in May. Her birthday, Yule, New Year’s Eve, Christmas, and Shyla’s birthday all happened within the month of December. It was too much. This year was our tenth anniversary and I needed something special. Maverik managed to track down the perfect gift.

asks Esteban handing me the food and I sigh in frustration. What mess did he just get me into? My stomach growls and I decide to eat, before I think of the trouble that may come from letting Esteban do the talking for me. Because of the cold, we stay in the car, as we watch the snow fall. December has barely begun and already Christmas decorations are everywhere. Eating a warm hamburger, I enjoy how the kids play in the snow and many couples start dancing or running while laughing. "It's quiet here" I whisper smiling.

They drove back to the Alentejo on the thirtieth of December, arriving as the year was preparing to close — the last two days of it, the coastal path in the winter afternoon light, the house receiving them with the warmth of a place that had been left well and returned to correctly. New Year's Eve was quiet.

Chapter 32 Two days later, on the night of December 24th, Rafael finished arranging the presents under the enormous Christmas tree. The lights blinked slowly, reflecting off the gold and silver ornaments. He was sure the children would wake up happy the next day. Daniel, even as an adult, still got emotional about the family tradition, and the little one could barely contain her excitement every time she saw the pile of wrapped packages.

And after his speech, the countdown started. Mama and papa were on my side, as well as dad and Gabriel, Georgina, Lieutenant Stone, Lawrence, and Georgia too. We stand altogether and watch as everyone counted down. Five..... Four.... Three... Two.. One. December 25, 2050 - 12:00 am. "Merry Christmas!" everyone cheered as colorful fireworks lit up the sky. I didn't know where they got all of these but I'd say they made effort for everything. The cheerful voices of everyone and the Christmas carols that started to play from the speakers I didn't know where brought joy and warmth to my heart.

Because he felt his bad energy and he knew whoever that guy was would definitely be bad news but he had no idea how to tell them so he just minded his business. “Yes, we do, what table?” “I’ll come pick it up by the counter, it’s to go.” Santiago replied and finally got to ask the number one question on his mind. “What time do you guys close? For the day... I was thinking of bringing someone here for a date” the lie slipped out so easily he was a bit proud of himself. “Ten pm.” Said Hunter as he went to pull out the croissants that were placed in the microwave not too long ago.

It notifies me of every project completion. Until now we still have no news from Elijah. I have accepted to myself that Elijah will not be home for Christmas. But I still believe he can come back. That's all I'm holding on to. Today is the twenty-fourth day of December. The kingdom is busy preparing for Thanksgiving. The celebration is still tomorrow. If I were in the Philippines right now, I'm sure the neighbors would be loud playing Christmas songs. Many will go on a rollercoaster ride and welcome the holiday season with noche buena.