Note: This story was dynamically reformatted for online reading convenience. If stories involving adults and adolescences make you uncomfortable, stop reading or delete this story NOW. There are numerous very good authors included in "ASSTR Authors" that will satisfy your literary desires. This story may be downloaded by readers uniquely for their private use, and may not be distributed for profit or posted to newsgroups or other websites. This story is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are products of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental. Copyright (C) 2002, Jack Spratt. ALL Rights Reserved Date of first publication: Thursday PM, January 10, 2002 Story codes: M/f mature man and young girl Story intro: David is a mature male who's wasted most of his life. Fate steps in and gives him a second chance with a major lottery win. He uses some of the windfall to help a family in distress and is rewarded. Mari the daughter plays a large part in his new life. Life is What You Make It Another story By Jack Spratt Author's Note: This chronicle is dedicated to a loyal reader whom provided me with the idea that resulted in this story. Another day at work at the foundry is ending. I've punched out. With my lunch box under my arm I walk to the parking lot with the other members of my shift to start the journey home. Four other guys ride with me and pay for the privilege every payday. It provides me with money to pay for fuel and repairs. It works out well for everybody. The others are married so they're able to leave their vehicles at home for family use. My older Chevy isn't much to look at but it's never let us down. My marriage is part of ancient history. I got married at nineteen she was seventeen. It lasted all of eight months when she dumped me for an older guy with money. I got the divorce papers a year later. Fortunately we were childless. It certainly wasn't for the lack of trying. When I think back on those days it was scary. That was over thirty years ago. I never tried marriage again. I have done many stupid things in my life. Once I thought booze would be my savoir, it wasn't. For a long time I lived for the present and never considered the future. Now all the things my dad told me are coming true. I woke up one morning in a daze and it finally dawned on me that I'm slowly sinking into the depths of no return. From that day forward I only have a drink on New Year's Eve. I wish I could have told dad he was right but he passed many years ago. I have nothing material but his old car, my clothes and a few furnishings but what I do have a very large savings account. I live in a rooming house on Page Street. It isn't much but the landlord allows hot plates, refrigerators and microwaves. This is my world. I work and then go home. I have no social life to speak of other then my bowling league and going to the mall and to watch girls. The last time I had female companionship is a distance memory. One of my dad's favorite saying was `You reap what you sow.' Boy was he right. I bowl twice weekly and occasionally on the weekend in a tournament. My only vise is buying my weekly lottery tickets. Over the last ten years I have won back nearly a one hundredth of what I spent. Reminds me of the pay back of my drinking days; but I keep buying, someone has to win. This weekend is a tournament and I feel good. The week went well and my foreman actually said a good word to me. I have been working for the man for five years and today he complimented me on a job. Miracles do happen. The tournament is against another mill in town and the rivalry is quite fierce. The winner gets a trophy that has been passing from plant to plant for years. It is an old beat up silver one but keeps both teams striving for the best of the best. Tonight could be my night. I am not the best bowler in the league but I am consistence. The night is full of suspense as one team is in the lead and then is overtaken by the other. The gallery is full of members from both plants and the side bets are furious. I am the last member of my team to bowl. I am at the last frame of the deciding last game. We are down by a few pins. A strike gives us the trophy. Unfortunately the last time I bowled a strike Nixon was president. My team mates are cheering me on; the opposition is egging me on with the usually sly insults about my ability. After a silent pray to whoever is listening I release the ball. It whirls down the alley. I gave it a little body English and watch. The group around became silent as they realize it is the ball that could win the game. There is a crash as it hits the head pin, fortunately at the right angle and after the booming and banging is over no pins are standing. It is my first strike in years. There is a thunderous roar. We win. I find myself hoisted on my team mates' shoulders and have to keep a clear head otherwise I can be part of a lighting fixture. When the celebration is over, all my team members and some of our opposition congratulates me. I feel great. It is a night I will never forget. Before going home I make my contribution to the state and buy two lottery tickets. That weekend I splurge and go to Wendy's for supper. The following week I am still getting pats on the back for the strike. The trophy is now gathering dust near our time clock until the next tournament. It is nearly three weeks later when I go home, shower then go to the mall and girl watch. I usually sit at the food court and nurse a couple of cups of coffee. Oh to be younger and have some money I could live out my dream with one of the young beauties. When I leave I pass by a lottery queue. I pull out my tickets that I have purchased in the past three weeks to see how bad I lost. I review the numbers of the one I purchased on my bowling night and absently mindedly confirm the entire numbers match. I don't know what I am thinking but it doesn't register for at least thirty seconds. Then I feel the adrenalin rush. I recheck the numbers and again they match. With my shaking hand I ask the clerk to verify my ticket. She scans it and hands it back to me. We both wait for the machine to respond, her with the nonchalant attitude, me in a deathwatch. Then it comes. When the machine announces a winner it makes a sound with bells. It is the same sound with all winners whether it's ten dollars or the jackpot. The clerk hands it to me the confirmation slip with non-committal congratulation. She didn't look at the verification high lights. I read `You are a jackpot winner. Contact the lottery commission immediately to confirm the amount.' No amount is given, as there could be a number of winners and the prize is split. It is too late tonight to call so I head home. Needless to say I didn't get much sleep. The next day at work I ask my supervisor if it is possible to leave half an hour early. He approves it without asking the reason. I tell my riders I will be about twenty minutes late picking them up for the ride home. They all assume I have a doctors' appointment. I round up my things and head to the lottery office is my work cloths. I have an inch of dirt on me but I don't have time to clean up. From the look of the clerk at the counter I certainly am not welcome. "Is this where I claim my winnings for the lottery?" I get a distained positive answer like I am a piece of dog shit. I get out my ticket and confirmation slip and hand it to her. She touches it like it is poison. When she runs it through her machine I see her attitude change. "You are a sole winner Mr.?" "David Parson." "Do you know how much you have won?" "No idea, I hope it pays me back all the money I have spent over the years trying to win." "Well you are about to get your wish. It is fifteen million dollars over twenty years." I am stunned. I have never won anything of note I my life, fifteen million dollars that is a lot of money. "How much it I take it all now?" "Eight million, four hundred thousand dollars." "I will take the eight million." After a talk with her supervisor she explains to me that I will have to pay withholding tax on my winnings. I am issued a cheque for six million nine hundred thousand and change. I sign a number of forms and I am gone, no picture no asking questions about what I am going to do with the money just my cheque. I hope it means there is no announcement of my winning. I don't know how I get back to the plant to pick up my riders but when they get in they notice something different about me. "Doctors visit didn't go well?" "Really don't know yet have to do some tests tomorrow. Will you guys wait till I talk to the foreman?" "Not a problem you look terrible." When the foreman sees me he quickly acknowledges there is something wrong and agrees I should take the tests my doctor recommends. I say goodbye and I will see him on Thursday. Advising my riders I won't be picking them up tomorrow I drive them home. I get the drift that one volunteers to drive tomorrow, as it'll only be one day. That night I didn't get much sleep worrying about the check. Will somebody steal it? What happens if the room starts to burn? What if I forget where I put it? Every stupid thing imaginable runs through my mind. Finally dawn arrive without incident. When I first moved into this area I opened an account with a small bank in a small strip mall. Over the years I get to be familiar with most of the tellers and know the manager on a first name basis. He has made some sound suggestions for investing my money that have yielded a goodly sum. I trust him. My wages are automatically deposited into my account. I regularly use the cash machines to draw funds for my day-to-day requirements. When I enter the manager notices me. "Hi David, aren't you working today?" "Had so business to attend too. Are you busy? I would like to talk to you." "Sure David I always have time to talk to you. You are one the oldest clients of this branch. We value your business. Have a seat David. What can I do for you?" "Could you close the door Mr. Greenside what I have to ask you is very personal." I notice his facial expression change when I say personal. I don't know why. "Are you in trouble David? How can the bank help? A loan?" "No I am not in trouble just the opposite. Can I ask you a question about bank policy?" "Of course our policy is a public document." "Well this may sound stupid but if someone were to deposit a large sum of money nobody from the bank would tell anyone would they?" "Divulging anything about bank business is a dischargeable offence. We take our clients confidentiality very seriously." "Well I would like to make a sizable deposit." "Well I am sure the tellers could handle it." I put out my wallet and retrieve the cheque and hand it to him. He nearly swallows his tongue. "My god that is the biggest check I have ever seen in this bank. If you invest this with us this branch will reach all it goals with one deposit. How can I help you David?" I spent the better part of three hours with him deciding what to do with my windfall. I finally told him to put two hundred thousand in my bank account and put the rest in a term deposit for thirty days. I made arrangements to come in at that time and decide what to do with it. In the meantime I can sit down and let this all sink in. I have no plans to change my life style. I feel I am too old for that but it isn't the case. There is nothing in the local papers for three weeks about a lotto winner that in its self takes a load off my mind. When I walk into the bank the tellers don't act any differently. I did return to work but my attitude changes from one of worrying about my old age to one of confidence knowing that I can do just about anything my mind thinks up. Over the next three weeks I do find a two-bedroom apartment. It is the first time in years I actually shop for some new furniture not second hand. I buy a large expensive bed with box spring and mattress something I have thought about for years but didn't buy. I just suffered on the old lumpy one that came with the room. Tonight I will sleep the sleep of the gods. It is going to be a great Christmas this year. As you are aware my name is David Parson. I am a fifty-one year old divorcee. The only family I have is a gold fish named hank. My dad, bless his soul, passed away many years ago, my mom prior to that. I am an only child. So the only person to look out for me is I and hank. My new apartment is on the top floor of a three-story walk up. It is bright and clean. Hank appears happier too. A new flat screen television with all the newest features and a new computer fill the spare bedroom. I haven't had any guests for over ten years and I don't expect any in the future. The only other thing that I change is my car. A newer Chevy replaces my old one. I didn't buy brand new, as it would be out of character. As we go into the Christmas season I feel great realizing I can do something for others. I anonymously donate a sizable sum to a mission that fed me when I was down and out as a drinker. It is in the local papers and the mission is overjoyed to be able to provide their clients with extras at the annual Christmas Dinner. When I go to the mall now I realize I can buy anything my heart desires but I stick to girl watching. Even though it is the end of October there are Christmas decorations lining the corridors and as usual packed with shoppers. Over the past couple of weeks I have been noticing one young lady in particular. I don't know why but I keep picking her out of the crowd instinctively. She is always alone and seems to be carrying the troubles of the world on her shoulders certainly not something a young teenage girl should be doing at this time of year. Her clothing is clean but well-worn and out of style. What I notice is her body in spite of the baggy shirts she is always wearing. The way she moves is so feminine. I assume she is not from a well-heeled family and uses the mall to get away from her uneventful life. She reminds me of a younger female version of me. Today as I walk to my favorite area I notice she is sitting across from where I usually sit. This allows me to get a real good look at her. Her hair is clean but straggly looking. Her well-worn jeans are molded to her hips and legs. She has a nice ass. When she gets up to put a gum wrapper in the waste container she moves like a cat. I watch her for nearly twenty minutes before I realize she has tears running down her face. Now I have been a softy for girls in distress and one that is crying really puts the guilt trip on me. I don't like to see woman cry. I walk over to her. "Can I help you?" "Nobody can help me." I offer her a hanky to wipe away the tears and sit down beside her. I can feel the charisma between us, at least I feel something. This has never happened before with anyone. Again I inquire. "Well sometimes talking helps with the problems. Please I want to help if I can." "Why would you want to help? I don't know you." "Well I am David Parson. Now you know me. What is your name?" She looks at me in disbelief that someone actually cares about her problems. This close I see that she is beautiful and with a little makeup and new clothing she would be a knockout. I feel myself stirring, like the dead rising from the grave, a feeling I haven't felt in years. I mentally chastise myself for thinking about her in that context. I am offering her help and wonder what she would be like sexually. "My name is Marisol but everybody calls me Mari. My mom just got laid off and we are about to be evicted. There is no money for anything and Christmas is a not that far away. My younger brothers Ron and Robby have been looking forward to it. Now it is possible that my family could be torn apart if the authorities get involved. Mom would be heartbroken if that is to happen. Now you know Mr. Parson, nobody can help us." "When is the last time you had a good meal? Things always look better if you have a full stomach." "Three days ago, I have been giving my portions to my brothers. Mom spent the last of her money on food on the weekend. I don't know what we will do for tomorrow. The rent is past due for this month the landlord has been good but he can't afford to let us stay without paying. We have nobody to turn too." "Come with me Mari, the least I can do is feed you." The food the young lady put away puts me to shame. I have never seen a person eat so much. I really feel humble, here I am with wealth I will never be able to use and here she is just starting her young life with an anvil already around her neck. I know I have to do something to help and still remain aloof at this point in this very new acquaintanceship. I know where I would love this to go but she is so young with likely no interest in a man that could be her grandfather. When she is finally finishes eating her attitude is improved. "I don't know how to thank you David. No one has ever taken an interest in my family's problems." "You don't need to thank me. I feel good knowing I can help in this small way." When Mari smiles she lights up the whole area. Her eyes are now bright with a magnetic sparkle too them. Her face is a joy to gaze on and her lips need to be kissed often. My stirrings continue bring back recollections of when sex was my reason for living. How I relish those memories. Then I come back to the planet. "Mari how would you like some new clothing?" She looks at me with suspicion and expression changes from one of confidence to one of fear and uncertainty. I quickly attempt to dispel those feelings. "Don't get me wrong it is on the up and up. If you don't feel comfortable about it we won't pursue it but my intentions are honorable. I have a bit of money I would have spent on myself for Christmas but it will make me feel good to help someone. Call it my Christmas gift to humanity." Watching Mari, she continues to study me then she smiles. "Well if it will make you feel good why not?" There's a large Gap store across from the food court. I accompany Mari to a clerk and ask her to give Mari all the assistance she requires and when she has picked out her items to call me. I give the clerk my Titanium Visa Card and her eyes light up. She knows I've a no limit credit card fortunately Mari isn't that aware of its meaning. I return to our table in the food court and sip on my coffee. I watch others moving through the mall carrying bags of goodies for their families. For some reason I do feel good about myself for helping a stranger in distress. Four coffees later the clerk waves to me to come into the store. Mari has purchased the complete stock of the store at least from the pile of bags beside her it seems that way. The clerk hesitates handing me the Visa chit to sign. I didn't even look at the total but signed and returned it to her. Now the clerk and Mari are very happy. If that clerk is on commission I just made her season. I borrow a cart from the store and load it with the purchases. "Are you happy Mari?" "Do you know how much all this costs? You didn't even look at the bill. I don't know what to say." "Say nothing. Here this is my phone number call me if you ever need anything. I will help you to the main door and give you money for a taxi as I said no strings attached." I watch as she leaves with her purchases and drives off into the night. I feel a bit of remorse but I know she is a young girl and I did help. I've no preconceived idea that she will be interested in me. I do hope she calls but I didn't count on it. I go home feeling good about myself. I didn't hear from Mari that night or the next day. I feel a bit of a loss but still though it was worth every cent I spent on her. However on the next night she did call. "Hello David?" "Yes this is David who is this?" "It is Mari. I had to call you and thank you for what you did for me. Mom couldn't believe anything like this could happen. But I assured her you were real and she wanted to thank you. My mom's name is Andrea. Here she is." "Hello this is Andrea, Mari's mom. I don't know who you are but you brought so much happiness into my daughter's life. The clothes you bought for her are things we just dreamt about. I don't know how to thank you." Andrea's voice is so soft and sexy. I know I shouldn't be thinking in those terms but I can feel it in her voice. I wonder what she looks like then remembering how beautiful her daughter is I assume she is a beautiful. She doesn't sound that old but voices can be deceiving. "Well it was my pleasure to do something for you daughter. I came into a little bit of money and would have spent on some useless things but I feel good about helping." "Well I did want to thank you. May this Christmas be as wonderful for you as you made for Mari." "Why thank you and may your fortunes improve as well." "Well that is something we both hope Mr. Parson." My caller I. D. telephone retains all the numbers. I retrieve Mari number and with a computer program that does reverse locates on phone numbers come up with their home address. The next day after work I drive to the complex. It is nothing to write home about but to Mari it is home. I notice there is a vacancy and it has the superintendent's unit number and phone listed. I walk around the complex looking for it. Finding it I knock. "Hello I am looking for some information on one of your tenants can you help me?" "What kind of information?" "It has come to the attention of our group that one of your tenants could be on the verge of being evicted and we are a benevolent organization that tries to help people in need." "You have to be talking about the Rights. Mrs. Right lost her job because of her Asthma. She has three children two boys seven and ten and a very beautiful young daughter fourteen." "And Mr. Right?" "That is the sad part he died in an industrial accident three years ago and the insurance money wasn't enough to provide everything now that Mrs. Right lost her job. I feel sick about it but I have given them notice to move. The property owners are not a charitable organization." "I am not blaming you or them. We must verify the family is in need. If the rent is paid will that cancel the notice?" "Yes if the rent is paid the property owners are not concerned about who the tenants are. That is my job. They are a good family that have had so many misfortunes in their life." Further discussions confirm they are three months in arrears on their rent. The gas and power company are also in arrears and have contacted the landlord to pay the arrears. I make arrangements to pay the rent up to date and two months in advance. I also pay the gas and power bills and arrange with the super to pay five hundred dollars to each for future energy. I have the super sign an official looking receipt I got from my friendly bank manager. "Can I tell the Rights who their benefactor is?" "No my principals want to remain anonymous but you can tell the Rights they are no longer under an eviction notice. I hope their Christmas will be better after they get the news." "Please tell your principals they just did a wonderful thing for a very worthy family. No one should have to go through what they have." After leaving I look for a local grocery store. There is a family store two blocks away. I ask the clerk if they have delivery. They do. You have heard the term shop till you drop well that is what I do. The checkout clerk is flabbergasted at the number of full buggies I have. Not knowing what the family requires I just go down each isle and keep adding to the pile. Nine hundred dollars later I leave the store with the assurance of the owner it will be delivered within two hours. Part of the order includes a turkey and all the trimmings for an elaborate Christmas dinner. I drive home really feeling good about myself. I wish I could have been at the door when the clerk arrives. They will be putting away groceries for hours. Work goes well. You would be surprised how good you feel going to work knowing you really don't have too but for me they are my family. I have worked with these guys for so long they are my only family. A couple of my riders comment, I seem a lot more outgoing then before. I tell them it is the Christmas spirit. As I listen to them talk about their Christmas dreams I make mental notes of some of the gifts they would like to give to their families but can't afford. That weekend I am back at the mall at my favorite food court table watching the young ladies go by. I am surprised when Mari sits beside me. She looks so beautiful in her new clothing. Her young breasts draw my eyes to them I can see her nipples pushing on her blouse. I get that feeling again. "Hi David you have been busy haven't you?" "Yes work has been very good we have to make up production for the time we get off at Christmas. I get Christmas week to New Year's off so we do work a lot of overtime during November and December." "That isn't what I mean. You paid our rent didn't you?" "What are you talking about?" "The superintendent told us a benevolent fund paid our back rent gas and power bills plus two months in advance. You didn't have to do that." "What made you think it was me?" "The description the super gave us fits you to a tee. I didn't tell mom I thought it was you." "Well there a many that looks like me. Look at the guy across the way except for the glasses we look very similar." She looks and can see the resemblance. I now have her second guessing herself I have placed doubts in her mind. I have an opportunity to study her. Her long legs are very well shaped. The slacks do justice to be wonderful hips. Her bum is nicely rounded and very sexy. Her hair is clean and pulled into a ponytail. What a transformation since our first meeting. Mari is beautiful and very desirable. How I wish she could be interested in a mature horny male, me. Over coffee Mari mentions she wants me to meet her mom. She still harbors the feeling I am responsible for the good things that happened in her life since we met. I agree to come for dinner tonight. She asks calls her mom. "Mom is so pleased, so am I David. Dinner is at six. I have never met anyone like you. If we weren't here in the mall I would kiss you." Now that is the best offer I have had in a long time and it is the girl I have been dreaming about since we met. When she leans over her blouse opens and I can see her perky breasts entrapped in a lacy bra. How I would love to feel those globes. "Well if I am going to be your dinner guest I had better go home and get cleaned up. Have to make a good impression. Can I give you a lift?" "Yes please I need to help mom." After leaving the mall I lead Mari to my car, open her door like a gentleman and then close it behind her. She looks so pretty sitting there watching me. When I get behind the wheel she slides over and pulls my face to her and I watch as she moves her lips towards mine and kisses me. The original attraction that I had for Mari since I first noticed her explodes as our lips touch. The searing heat of the kiss runs through my body. Her soft hands are still holding my face in position and she kisses me again. Memories of day's long gone return, long buried feelings flash through my mind. Realizing the futility of my dream I straighten up and start the car. "Where do you live?" "You mean you don't know?" "Well how would I know? You took a taxi home the last time we parted." I really have her second-guessing herself now. She gives me the address. "What is the best way of getting there? I am not familiar with that street?" That comment throws her. She explains the route and we drive in silence. My mind is on her soft sensuous lips. I haven't felt this excited for years. Mari is lost in thought. I sneak a look at her pubes. There is an obvious protrusion between her legs, oh what I wouldn't give to see her undress. My mind does some tricks and I know I have a smile on my face. We turn onto her street. "How far up the street to your home?" That brings Mari out of her thoughts. She points out the building I had visited and I stop in front of a unit two doors from hers. "Well you are close. Mine is two door back." "Oh I am sorry." I back up the car to her front door. She is looking at me questioningly. She doesn't know what to think. "Mari you are so beautiful. I just wanted to tell you." "Thank you David. You aren't bad yourself." She leans over and kisses me again then she is gone running to her front door. I have time to get a few things to bring with me. I stop at a party store and pick up a bottle of wine. At a `Toys `r Us' outlet I find a Play Station and five games something for the boys. Next stop is a florist for a large bouquet of red roses for Mari's mother but what should I get for Mari. What am I thinking? She is so young and I am way past my prime as far as looks go. During my run at the world I didn't take care of my body and that did take a toll. There is no product available to erase the stupidity of my youth. Hell I can afford to dream. I return to the mall and go to the Gap. I locate the same clerk. Her eyes light up when she sees me, more commission. "How can I help you?" "You remember the young lady that likely made your month of commissions?" "Oh yes. I will remember that sale for a long time. Why?" "Did she purchase and bras and panties?" The clerk looks at me funny. "Yes." "Well I would like for you to pick out the three sets of matching panties and bras and then have them wrapped for me." "What type of panties?" "Bikini or thongs." She leads me to the lingerie counter and brings out a large selection of sexy choices. We select silky material in the sexiest colors available. As I watch her remove the sales tags then start to wrap I notice a shear black lacy teddy. I can feel my cock stirring as I imagine Mari standing before me modeling it for me. "You might as well add that teddy if you have it her size." "I wish you were my friend. I love these clothes but I can't afford them." After paying as I walk to the door, I pass a jewelry store. Mari has her ears pierced and usually wears junk jewelry. Twenty minutes later I have diamond earrings and a matching necklace in a gift-wrapped box. With all my goodies in the car I head home for a shave and a shower. I want to look presentable so I grab my suit and remove the dry cleaning wrapper. The last time I wore it was for the bowling banquet last year. It is certainly not the current style but it is sharp and I have a shirt and tie to match. My dress shoes were covered with dust. I'm really uncomfortable dressed like this but I want to make a good impression on Andrea. She will be the key to me getting to know Mari better. At five to six I'm knocking on their door. A very striking woman in a white dress opens the door. "You must be David Parson." "You must be Andrea Right, Mari's mom. I can see where she gets her beauty." "No wonder Mari so infatuated with you Mr. Parson. Come in." Her lips are alluring and moist Mari's. As a mother of three she still has a body that must turn men's head as she walks by. She is wearing a white dress that accents her body. Her breasts are full and her tummy is flat. Her brown hair frames her face. Her lipstick does justice to the lips it coats. The desire to kiss her is so strong. I feel that stirring again. Her scent doesn't help. I hope I'm not tenting. Once in the room I present her with the flowers and the bottle of wine. "I hope you like roses. The wine is for dinner. I hope it is a type you like." "I love the roses Mr. Parson. I can't remember the last time someone bought me flowers." "Please call me David." Andrea introduces me to her two sons Ron and Bobby. I present them with the wrapped Play Station. "Can we unwrap it mom?" Andrea looks at me and I nod yes. "Yes boys it is okay." The look in their eyes is priceless. This must have been on their wish list. They look at me and both thank me. Then they are gone. "David you shouldn't have. I know what they cost. I just invited you to dinner not to bankrupt you." "Please I can afford it. It has been a long time since I have had that opportunity to make someone feel good, at least for me to realize I had it my power to do it. You get ornery and self-centered till something moves you to do some good for others. Mari did that for me." "Mari was right about you. You are different from all the other men in her life with the exception of her father. Do you know she thinks she is in love with you?" Now that is one thing that never crossed my mind. I know it would be easy for me to love such a beautiful girl but I never thought she would have any interest in me. Now I really feel good. As Andrea leads me to the living room I have to admire her body. Her nylon-encased legs are well toned from her high heels to where the legs disappear in her dress. I am thinking thoughts that aren't Christmassy. Her body would feel great against mine. There is a rustle behind me and I look. Standing there is a vision of beauty a smaller version of Andrea. Mari is dressed similar to her mother and is so striking, I'm sure my mouth is hanging open. Everything about her screams sex. The appeal of her breasts matches her mom's. Looking at her only reinforces my desires for her. She comes to me, wraps her arms around my neck and kisses me. My mind goes blank and I kiss her with all the passion I can muster. My hands are running up and down her back, she feels so soft. I can feel her panties and her bra strap under her dress. When the glow of the kiss subsides I realize that her mom is watching us. Now I feel like a shit. What will she think? "David I could use a kiss like that. Will you let him kiss your mom Mari?" "Well I guess one wouldn't hurt." Mari and her mom are enjoying this little bit of interplay. I am feeling a touch uncomfortable and they are laughing about it. Andrea moves like a cat towards me. She is in front of me then her arms are around my neck. I pull her body close to me and kiss. She tastes fantastic. Then I feel her tongue forcing its way it to my mouth. Her body is rubbing up and down my hero. After the kiss she whispers. "We are going to have to do something about that later." I look at her in shock and am greeted with a knowing smile. My blood rushes to my cock and I've no control over it. Mari watches the display with an amused look, as it is something that happens daily. I sit down trying to get control of my feelings. Mari sits beside me as Andrea head for the kitchen. "Mari I will take care of the dinner you amuse our guest." "I think mom likes you David. She has been on a few dates since daddy died but nothing ever developed." Mari is back in my arms kissing me. I can feel the heat of her lovely breasts against my chest. My hands want to cup each one of them. When we break I know I am in love with this young teenager. But can she really love me? "Here Mari I bought you a gift. I hope you like them." She opens the jewelry first. Her eyes tell me that she is overwhelmed. The diamonds flash in the light. She looks at me and is again in my arms. I can feel the heat of the tears running down her face. "Oh David they are so beautiful but you shouldn't have. They must have cost a fortune." "Put them on, please." She stands up and removes her earrings then gently attaches the new ones. I get up and help her with the necklace. She stares in the mirror dreamy eyed. "They're beautiful David. I have to show mom." "Open the other gift." In her fascination of the earrings and necklace she forgot about the other gift. She notices the Gap wrapping paper and looks at me questioningly. When she lifts up the thong of the one set that is a narrow piece of cloth, it would only cover her luv lips. I can see her blush as I watch her take out each item. The teddy really does it. She turns red. "They're beautiful David. Why did you do this? You have done so much for me already." "Mari you are the best thing that has come into my life in years. I don't know what else to do?" "Just love me David." She is in my arms this time her tongue is playing with my tongue. My erection is coming between us. She must have noticed because she is rubbing her pubes against it. Oh how good it feels. She breaks away from me and gathers up her gifts and disappears to her room. Shortly after that I hear Andrea. "Mari they are beautiful. Do you have any idea what they must have cost?" I don't think I'm supposed to hear that. I sit down and wait to be called for dinner. The boys are really into the game as I can hear a continuous flow of different sounds. This quiet time allows my embarrassing situation to correct itself. "Dinner is served." Mari leads met the table giving my hand a big squeeze. She is beside me. Andrea is sitting across from me. I am surrounded by beauty. Dinner goes well. Andrea and Mari enjoy the wine I only touch my tongue to it. Alcohol and I do not get along well and I want to make the best impression possible. The boys quickly finish and are looking at their mom for permission to leave the table. They have the game bug. Numerous times during the meal I feel Mari hand massaging my leg. I wish I could do it with her. I am on pins and needles not knowing how Andrea will react to a mature man interested in her only daughter and a teenager at that. "Any one for dessert?" The only dessert I can think of is between both of these beautiful ladies' legs. How I would enjoy kissing both of their soft peaches. I jolted out of my dream. "David would you like dessert?" "No I am full. That was a great meal. You are an excellent cook." "Actually Mari is the cook. I never could master it. I make a mean sandwich and soup though." I help with the dishes and we retire to the living room. Mari is sitting beside me on the sofa and Andrea is in a comfortable chair. Mari snuggles into my chest with on hand on my thigh. I can feel the reaction on my body. Andrea watches and smiles. I notice her dress has ridden up her legs and she makes no attempt to pull it down. It isn't long before I am looking at a very damp thong. She is wearing stay-up nylons. The view is breath taking. Mari is now asleep in my arms. Andrea tells the boys to get ready and go to bed. I hear complaints but they go to bed. "She is really taken by you David. She is a good girl with so much on her mind. I wish I could have shielded her from this part of life till she was older." "I am interested in your daughter in ways I don't like to admit. I am aware of our age difference and will not pursue my feelings." "You may not have a choice in the matter. Mari talked at length about such a situation and she is adamant that age is not the criteria for a relationship." "Are you condoning a relationship between me and your daughter?" "I didn't say that, but I wouldn't stand in the way. You know as well as I do once you say no they take it as a challenge. Mari is very mature for her age. She had to grow up fast after her dad died. She has a good head on her shoulders." All kinds of things are going through my head. All the different scenarios I have thought about with Mari could actually come true. I feel her stir. She looks at me with sleep in her eyes. "Maybe we should call it a night Mari. I should go home as I have to work tomorrow." "Ok David thanks for coming to dinner." She leans over and kisses me and disappears to her bedroom. How I would love to be going with her. I get up and walk to the door. "Thank you for dinner Andrea. I appreciate your confidence in your daughter." "Do you have to go? I need some TLC also." Andrea grabs my hand walks me towards to a room just off the living room. It's her bedroom. Her arms are around my neck and we kiss. Then I feel her rubbing my growing cock. The zipper comes down and she gropes and finds my now fully extended man meat. My hands are on her full breasts. Now instinct takes over. In short order I have her dress in a pile at her feet. Her slip goes next followed by her bra and panties. She looks beautiful standing there in her nylons. Her breasts are heavy and her nipples are large but considering she had three children she is a dream come true. My mouth is at one nipple then the other. We both fall back on the bed. I have dreamt of nights like this but never thought it would go past the dream stage. When I touch her pussy it's so moist and her luv lips are puffy. I have to get a better look. We kiss and then I give her butterfly kisses down her body till I reach my goal. Her luv lips are so full and inviting. I kiss them and hear Andrea moan. Her legs spread wide opening her moist blossom exposing a very pink and wet opening. I can't help myself, my tongue takes over, dessert. It has been a long time between pussies. The juice flows as fast as I can lick. I soon get my fill. Andrea explodes several times. Her hands are in my hair pulling me up. "Don I want to feel you in me. I haven't had a cock since my husband died. But seeing you with Mari got me so hot and horny. Please take me David." I am hard and ready. Andrea's hand is on my shaft guiding it. When the head touches its goal I slowly enter to the max. Oh it's been way to long since I felt this good. We slowly get into a rhythm and pound each other. She meets each thrust with gusto. I feel her body tense, her nails digging my back as she cums. I keep holding back but it isn't an easy task. Then I erupt shooting strings of cum deep into her. Then the guilt hits me like a hammer. I just fucked Mari's mom. This was not planned. What will she think? "Thank you David. I really needed that. It proves I am still a woman." "There is no doubt about that Andrea. You're all woman. It has been years since I had any sort of relationship." On my drive home the guilt trip really hits me. I just blew any chance I may have had with Mari. My dad's saying comes into mind. `Life is what you make of it.' I feel like hell. It takes forever to fall asleep. My dreams of a perfect Christmas just go down the shitter. Still feeling like a shit I go to work. Considering all I had got going for myself, happen makes me feel like a failure, too bad there isn't a cure for stupidity. My chances of seeing Mari again are infinitesimal, just because I could not control my hormones, mind you Andrea didn't help. Later sitting in my apartment, I stare at the telephone wishing it would ring with Mari on the other end. It doesn't. By Friday I feel a bit better and have come to accept Mari will not be part of my life. I take a trip to the mall figuring girl watching would make me feel better. For a while they did. A number of young prospects come walking through loaded with presents. Christmas is in three weeks and with all my money it will be bleak. Then I hear. "Why haven't you called David?" Mari is beside me. Her face is that of an angel. Make up accents her stunning eyes it's like looking into her soul. She looks five years older and looks more beautiful than ever. Her lips are shining with a soft red gloss begging to be kissed. She is wearing my gift earrings and necklace. Her scent is having an effect on me. My desire for her hasn't subsided. "I didn't think you would want to see me again. You look so beautiful Mari." "You mean because you had sex with mom? I knew she would try after seeing you. She hasn't had anyone since dad died and you are a handsome man." "You know?" "Yes she told me about it in the morning. She was feeling guilty about it too. I don't mind Don, mom is a beautiful woman and I am only a young girl." "Mari you are the best thing that has happened to me in many years. My life has changed for the better since meeting you. I wanted to call and apologize many times but couldn't bring myself to call." "I haven't taken off the necklace since you gave it to me. I wear the earrings every day. My girlfriends are so jealous. They know I have someone but have no idea who. They never will." "Oh Mari I'm in love with you." "Oh David I have dreamt about you saying that. Let's get out of her." Once in the car she is in my arms and we kiss. The feelings that are running through my body I haven't felt since I was a teenager. We must have set a record that night because I don't think we came up for air for a long time. I did get to feel her titties and it just makes me want more. "Let's go to your apartment." "Are you sure Mari?" "I have never been more positive about anything in my life." She is part of me as we drive home. I didn't know how far this would go tonight so I stopped and bought three packages of condoms. I gave her the bag. "Oh Don thank you, you must have read my mind." Once at the apartment I lock the door then carry her to the bedroom. She is wearing one of the sets of bra and thongs from the Gap. She looks so lovely. My old body is shaking like a leaf. I can't believe I am undressing a fourteen-year old girl. My hands are trembling attempting undo the bra hooks. Her breasts are beautiful globes similar to her mothers. Each nipple is kissed and sucked. The black thong is gripping her pussy is very wet, her scent hits me. Gently tugging, the strip of cloth slips from her slit. I gaze in awe at the beauty of her down covered peach. Mari slit is slightly open her moisture is very evident. I can't help myself leaning forward inhaling her sexual essences. My body accepts this as ambrosia. Its power goes straight to my groin. My erection is straining for release. I can't take my eyes off of Mari's body. Undress my monster is released. Her eyes grow. "David that's so big. My brothers are a lot smaller. Oh please hurry I want to feel you next to me." For the next eternity we discover each other's body. Mari soft hands are all over me then she concentrates on my erection and sack. She is fascinated in the movement of my balls. Me I can't get enough of her body and soon find myself between her legs sniffing and then licking. It is a first time for her, as she seems shocked when I lick her pussy but soon realizes that I want to do it and she relaxes and enjoys the wonderful new feelings running through her body. I have to marvel at her pussy it is beautiful framed in her soft golden tresses. I manage to coax her clitoris from its hood and latch on to it bringing multiple climaxes. Mari moves me to my back and rests her head on my stomach as she manipulates my cock and balls. She seems like a child with a new toy. She likes the way my foreskin rolls back exposing the head of my cock. I think she wants to do more but is not sure of herself. "You can kiss it if you want Mari." She leans over and kisses the moist precum covered slit. Then I nearly cum, when her mouth engulfs me. Her back is flawless skin right down to her shapely bum. I reach down and feel her cheeks and run my finger between them. Her body flinches when I touch her rosebud, it is flawless tight oval. My finger can feel her heat of her tight opening. She continues to explore my shaft with her mouth. My caressing stop when Mari concentrates on that task. How long has it been since I last felt this sensation? "David I want you to do to me what you and mom did. I feel so funny between my legs. I never would have thought anyone would kiss me there. It feels so good." "It could hurt, are you sure?" "Well if mom can do it so can I. Tell me what to do." I can't take the chance in taking Mari without a condom. The last thing I want is to get her pregnant. Mind you I don't know if I could but I'm not going to tempt fate. I get the condoms. "First thing is a condom. You can do the honors." Explaining how to retrieve it from the foil wrapper and then roll it on my engorged shaft. She looks at the nipple at the end of it with questioning eyes. "It is to hold the sperm. You will see shortly." She naturally lies on her back and spreads her legs. She has a look of anticipation as well as a bit of fear of the unknown. I move between her legs. "Are you sure Mari? I love you and we don't have to do this." "I want to David and I want it to be you." "Okay you're the guide." Her soft hand grasps me, guiding my shaft towards heaven. Slowly lowering my body contact is made with her moist luv lips. Her heat is transferred the head of my cock, what a pleasant feeling. We are now at the deciding point, up against her hymen. Her eyes are wide as she feels the strain of me pushing against her membrane. I move back about an inch and thrust forward eliminating the thin barrier. Mari mouth opens when the shock hits her. My shaft is buried. Resting on my elbows still deep inside of her I remain still allowing her body to adjust to the intruder. "David it did hurt. What happen? It feels a bit better now. I am so full." "It hurts when your cherry is broken. You should enjoy the feeling once your body get used to me." I manage to nurse Mari to her first virginal climax. I took all my will power not to blow my load until she did. When I finally did cum the feeling of relief is enormous. When we finally pull away from each other the nipple of the condom is full and it is coated with blood and cum. She looks at it and looks at me. "It is nothing to be worried about Mari. It only happens the first time. Lay here and enjoy the feeling, I will get a face cloth." Her pussy is cleaned many times during the weekend. It is labor of love. After Mari lost her cherry she called her mom and told she is with me and not to worry she will be staying the night and will be home late Sunday. During our first weekend together we manage to use two packs of condoms and start the third. Mari learns quickly that sex is a beautiful thing. When I drive her home Sunday night I know I have to do something permanent about our relationship. One of the first things is to get her on the pill. I watch as she enters the house and she waves goodbye. I hope she isn't sore. We put a lot of miles on her pussy this weekend. I have never felt so exhausted in my life. On Monday I call Andrea. "You talked with Mari?" "Yes we talked for nearly two hours after you brought her home. She was very happy. I am happy for both of you." "You realize our age differences will catch up to this?" "Yes Mari knows it but says age doesn't matter. She is so happy." "Would you make a doctor appointment for her and get her a prescription for the pill. I will pay any cost involved." "I am ahead of you she has an appointment after school tomorrow. She just started her period with a lot of help from you on the weekend. She will be on the pill and will be protected by the end of the week. I had my last child by mistake and don't want her to have a child that isn't planned. Don't get me wrong I love Robby but he wasn't planned." "Andrea I want to thank you for being so understanding. Most parents would want my balls in a basket." "Mari is in love with you and she tells me you are in love with her. You didn't chase her just to get into her panties. You let her decide. She was so disappointed you didn't call after dinner. I know why you didn't. I felt guilty too. But I did enjoy the evening and if possible I would do it again." It is like a load of bricks has been removed from my back after talking to Andrea. I have her blessing. Later I arrange with my bank manager to pay Andrea's rent and utilities indefinitely. He contacted the superintendent and the companies involved and arranged to have all bills sent to him. Andrea will not have to worry about a roof over her head for as long as I am alive. After asking Mari what bank her mother uses arrangement are made to have nine hundred dollars a month deposited. That will take care of most of the necessities the family requires. If Andrea manages to get a part time job it will be for other things for the family. When I leave the bank I feel good. I want to do something special for Mari for Christmas. I have an idea. I use my bankcard and withdraw a sizable amount of cash and drive to Andrea's neighborhood. I cruise over a three-block area from where Mari lives. I find a new apartment building with a large banner across the building offering new apartments for rent. It has an underground parking garage and secured entry. When I walk into the lobby everything is new and bright the manager is waiting for me and leads to the rental office. After viewing a two-bed room apartment on the top floor I sign a lease for two years. The apartment overlooks the city of Abbotsville. The view is spectacular. The next thing I do is get a cell phone with no limit of minutes and arrange for it to be registered in Mari's name. I use it to call her. "Hi Mari, how do you feel?" "A bit sore but it was well worth it. When can I see you again?" "How about in ten minutes? We are going to go shopping." "Ok, I will be waiting at the door." She is a vision standing her. She is bright and looks so refreshed. Considering what we went through the last two days. She gets in the car. "What shopping do you need to do?" "Well it is just something I thought about. Actually it is an excuse to be with you." "I was at the doctors today. I should be protected by the weekend. We will be together again right." "You can count on it Mari." She leans over and kisses me. I love the taste of her lipstick. There is a big box furniture store on King Street and I pull into the massive parking lot. The store is a mirage of furniture. The first items we look at are bedroom suites. I have Mari look as I find a sales person. Taking her aside I tell her I will be buying furniture and when I nod at her it's a purchase but she is not to let my niece know I am buying. She just shakes her head in agreement. For the next three hours we walk through the store picking out bedroom and living room furniture. Once Mari makes her final choices I nod to the clerk. She acknowledges and writes up an order. Mari proves to have good taste and great color coordination. When I am about to leave I excuse myself to go to the washroom and follow the clerk to pay for the items. My Titanium Visa takes a large hit. I arrange for delivery the next evening. Mari and I do the same thing for linen and kitchenware. She picks out very feminine linen for the bedroom and bath. A clerk keeps writing. Dishes and flatware follow then curtains and drapes. Again I pay for them and arrange delivery. They offer a room designer free of charge. She will accompany the delivery. After dropping of Mari I return to the apartment and inquire if they could recommend a cleaning woman to assists me. It turns out that there is a woman on the second floor who does it part time not because she needs the money but to keep busy. I arrange with her to accept the deliveries and make up the apartment. I give her five hundred dollars to take care of any incidentals and anything left over to be used for housework. On Thursday when I return to the apartment everything is done. The sheets have been washed and are on the bed. The bathroom is neatly decorated with bath curtains. Now all I need is a stereo and television. That is taken care of. The apartment is ready for Mari. It is a week before Christmas. I haven't seen Mari since Monday. I make a date for Friday. We are going out for dinner. There is a restaurant across the street from the apartment building where I make reservations. It is a family type with a good selection on the menu. It will do fine for my purposes. I actually bought a new suit for myself that will be ready for today. It will be a night of surprises for Mari. What we need is a few groceries and a coffee pot I have a feeling we will be breaking in the new bed before the night is done. That thought makes me feel good. Tomorrow we can shop for all the personal items Mari will need to complete the apartment. I hope she is happy with it. When I call Friday, to confirm the time with Mari she asks. "Mom wants to know if I will be home tonight." "Only if you want too." I hear her call to her mom. "Don't wait up for me mom I will be staying with David". "David I haven't eaten all day I am really looking forward to dinner." "Ok I will pick you up just before six." I hope I have covered everything. My mind is running through every scenario that comes to mind. I put bath soap and shampoo on my mental list. Visiting the Gap on my way home, my favorite clerk recognizes me. "What can I do for you today?" "Four pair of panties two bras, some stockings, sexy wrap and chemise should do for today. You know the size." Mari will have a clean change of undies for the morning. At my apartment I gather up a change of clothing and head for her apartment. All the purchases and my overnight bag in the apartment I return to my abode to get ready for my date. Knocking at the door at ten to six Andrea greets me. "Why don't you look handsome David? Is that a new suit?" "Yes it is." Andrea looks good herself. She is in a dress with her hair styled. I feel desire that I have to curtail. She licks her lips and smiles. "If Mari ever dumps you look me up." Mari enters the room also in a party dress. It with the way she is made up makes her look eighteen. She comes up to me and gives me a little peck on the cheek. "I don't want to get lipstick all over you before dinner. Are we ready to go?" The restaurant lives up to its own advertising presenting us with an excellent meal. When we are drinking coffee I give Mari the cell phone. "You have your own private number with unlimited usage anywhere in the world. I have my number programmed into it already." "David you have to quit spending all your money on me. You don't have to buy me things I love you. Just being with you is enough for me." "Please allow me my little whims Mari one of these days I will tell you a secret. Then you will understand." Being with Mari always builds up my confidence. Here I am in my early fifties escorting the most beautiful young lady in Abbotsville. When we leave the restaurant the night air is cool but the night is beautiful. The apartment building is lit up showing its façade in a very appealing way. "Mari I have a friend who lives in the apartment across the street that insisted that I come up for a Christmas drink. Do you mind?" "No David I would like to meet some of your friends but how are you going to explain?" "You are my niece and my brother past away. I am taking care of you and his family." She links her arm in mine and we cross the street. "This is a beautiful building. I wish I lived here. What floor is your friend on?" "They are on the top floor it has a beautiful view of the city." "Makes me jealous." Using my passkey the main door opens. The silent elevator whisks up the top floor. Mari is impressed with the mirrors that cover the walls. The halls are also lined with mirrors and many potted plants. "I wish mom could see this. Who are the people we are going to meet?" "You will know shortly. This is the apartment." I go through the facade of ringing the bell as I use the key to open the door. I stand aside allowing Mari to enter. After entering she seems confused as the sofa and chair seem familiar to her but she hasn't comprehended why. "Well where are your friends? Who opened the door?" "Mari there is nobody here but us." "But whose apartment is this?" I hand her the keys. "Yours for as long as you want." "How?" "I leased for you. Take the tour and tell me what you think." Mari walks through the room in a trance. Finally she ends up in the bedroom. "Why? How? It is everything we looked at. And it is mine?" "Yes it will be our meeting place and your private apartment. Tomorrow we start buying you a wardrobe to keep here. Your school clothes will be at your moms. What do you think?" "I can't believe you did this Don. It has to be very expensive. I don't want you to put yourself in any debt on my account. But it is beautiful. Come to the bedroom Don. Let's try my new pills." Sitting on one of the new bedroom chairs Mari gives me a show as she undresses. There is no pretence here. She is enjoying showing me her luscious body. Mari sexy feminine movements accent the show. She is wearing a lace bra and a matching bikini. She leans forward and undoes her bra her titties stand straight out from her body. She wiggles her way over to a very attentive me and jiggles her ample breast in front of my face. I manage to kiss each nipple. She whirls away and turns her back and leans over and slowly lowers her panties. As she exposes her peach I am staring like a teenager at my first naked girl. Then she stands and does a pirouette. "Do you like?" "Oh Mari you are an angel. Let's try out that new bed of yours." Undressing I get in beside her. There is no rush just love. I enjoy feeling her naked body molded into mine. Her breasts are so firm but so soft to the touch. As I get close to her peach she spreads her legs giving me easy access. She is moist and palatable. Her moisture is flowing onto my fingers. I am as close to heaven as I will ever be. Finally she nudges me to mount her. She is lying with her legs spread and a look of awe about her. She is likely wondering if it will hurt again. I slip in quickly and effortlessly her body easily accepts my full girth and length. Now that we are joined I relax and enjoy the feeling of her moist pussy on the full length of my cock. Her hands are up and down my back then in my hair. I feel her pull me down and her lips meet mine. It is a soft kiss; it is a passionate kiss. I slowly start thrusting and Mira joins me. Slowly I bring her to the brink, climax and then do it again. When I can no longer hold back I let everything fly. String after string of hot cum are ejaculate deep into Mari. I am totally drained. "David I can't believe the difference. I could feel every squirt you made. I could even feel the heat. I hope we never have to use a condom again." This night we made love no just sex. There is no rush to do it again as we have all weekend. We both drift off to sleep. I get up early and shower. After making coffee I take a quick trip to the lobby to get the morning paper. While reading Mari makes an appearance as she walks into the kitchen naked. She is beautiful in the morning. Her pussy is puffy from last night. There is evidence that our blended cum has ran down both legs. The scent of our sex emanates from her. "You are beautiful in the morning but I think you should have a shower. I purchased a robe for you. It is in the closet." "Oh I need a shower alright. I smell and it is your entire fault. Not that I am complaining. She you in a bit." She runs to the bathroom and soon water is running. When she returns she is wearing her new robe and nothing else. She stands before me. "David, its beautiful robe, I found the panties and bras too. What am I ever going to do to thank you?" "I notice you didn't take time to try them on. If you keep teasing me we will never leave the apartment. Get dress you sexy thing we have a lot of shopping to do to finish off the apartment." She scrunches up her nose at me grabs a coffee and leaves me to my paper. She re-appears fully dressed. "Ok I am ready. What do we need to do?" "Well first you can make a list of groceries and things you want for the apartment. I got some soap and shampoo but I didn't know what you would like. That after we do the grocery shopping we are going to get you more clothing that you will keep here." "More clothing you are kidding." The balance of the day put a dent into my bank account, only a very small dent. After grocery shopping we made another visit to the Gap. The same clerk welcomes us with open arms. I thought she is going to kiss me. After the Gap we hit every woman's clothing store in the mall. I think I must have bought shares at Victoria's Secret. It is worth every cent. Mari is like a kid in a candy store. When we are between stores she calls her mother telling her what she just bought. So what did I do for Mari for Christmas? What could I do to top everything that has happened to her since we met? Well!!!! As you are reading this we are on a fifty-five foot Chris Craft on our way to Florida. We should be back for Mari to return to school and me to return to the factory. Andrea and the boys are enjoying the trip as well. We are a very happy family. My dad always said `Life is what you make of it.' Now that fate has given me a second chance I don't intend to blow it. I wish my dad were here so I could really thank him. *************************************************************************** I post these stories with hopes of getting feedback from you the reader. If you would like to read more stories, support your neighborhood author today by sending him/her an e-mail telling them what you thought about their stories. Don't put it off. Do it as soon as you have read this story. Write me at the e-mail below. Would especially like to hear from any women readers. I welcome your comments both pro and con Please mention your country when you write. Email me at jackspratt1@gmx.com This story is a work of fiction. Names, characters, places, and incidents either are products of the author's imagination or are used fictitiously. Any resemblance to actual events or locales or persons, living or dead, is entirely coincidental

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