#perry vale

It was Cheri’s first real bad storm. With the rain pounding on the roof and howling of the wind rattling the windows, it seemed like none of them were getting any rest that night.

Perry: <rocking a cranky Cheri> Shh shh, baby girl. It’s just the rain nothing to be scared of.

Cheri: <whimpers at the sound of a crack of thunder> Ahhh!

Divinity: <yawns as she strokes the back of Cheri’s head> We all need some sleep, lets try laying with her in bed. Maybe being close to us will help her fall asleep.

With a nod, Perry carries Cheri to the bed as Divinity gets the blankets ready. And just like that, even with the pounding rain and howling wind, Cheri was able to fall asleep.

Divinity: <smiles at the sleeping Cheri and whispers> There we go... She’s fast asleep. 

Perry: <leans over and kisses Divinity> Finally. Let’s get some sleep while we can. 

~Cheri’s birthday party~

Time seemed to flash by and before Divinity knew it, Cheri was growing up fast. Friends and family gathered to celebrate and make the day special.

<music plays in the background> Divinity: <sniffles> A I can’t believe time has gone by so fast, Perry! With the work, and planning the wedding... it feels like in a blink of a eye, tiny Cheri is now five! 

Perry: <chuckles and hugs Divinity close> Right?! But she’s growing up to be a lovely girl, just like her Mama of course.

Divinity: <sticks her tongue out at Perry before turning to the group> Guys lets have some cake!

Cheri: <jumps up and down smiling as she grabs for Higashi’s hand> Yay cake! Hehe, come on Grandpa!

Higashi: <smiles down at Cheri> Lead the way, princess.

Cake was served and goofy stories told before it was present time before everyone headed home. 

Cheri: <gives everyone a hug and smiles> Thanks!

Magenta: <ruffles Cheri’s hair> Your very welcome, squirt! 

Ginger: <grins at Cheri> Of course! 

Divinity: <picks up Cheri> Thanks again for coming guys and get home safe!

Everyone waves goodbye and heads out. The excitement of the day finally fading, and Cheri rests her head on Divinity’s shoulder with a sleepy sigh.

Perry: <kisses Cheri’s cheek> Time for bed for this birthday girl.

Cheri: <yawns> Awww.... 

~A couple weeks later~

Divinity: So we are finally here. <sighs and rests her head on Perry’s shoulder> I’m sorry it’s not much...

Perry: <pulls Divinity close> What are you talking about? It’s an awesome house. Look at possibilities! Plus we can actually call it OURS. I have week off. Why don’t we head inside and get started making this place a “home”?

Divinity: <looks up and smiles at Perry> Okay, sounds like a plan. I’m sure that Doodle is excited about having a yard to play in instead of a big apartment. 

Doodle: Bark! <wags her tail and runs towards the house>

Perry: Picnic time! Smile for the camera, Dee!

Divinity: Perry, come on... you and that camera!  <grabs for the camera giggling> Plus, you said it was my turn for the camera!

Perry: <flops on the ground> Oof! You win, camera is all yours my lady.

Divinity: <giggles off camera> Hehe, finally I beat you! Now its your turn to say something about yourself to your screaming fans.

Perry: <smirks> Well the names Perry Vale, not much to say about myself really. I’m on the Raging Llama football team and I am dating this pretty lady here. Even if shes a meany that steals the last cookie... 

Divinity: W-what?! I did not steal that cookie, you totally told me I could have it... <flustered sounds>

Perry: <laughs> I’m only picking on you, goof! C’mere and sit with me.

Divinity: <mumbles about him always picking on her before sitting down> Today is a nice day, I’m glad we got out the apartment.

Perry: See day light doesn't set you on fire. <tickles her side>

Divinity: Heyyyyy! <wiggles away giggling and puts the camera down>

Perry: It is a nice day though. <holds Divinity close> Dee, lets get a dog.

The House of Paws Animal Shelter

Divinity: Perry, I’m not to sure about this. If anything I’m more of cat person than a dog person. <worried frown settles on her face>

Perry: Sweety I promise you, you will love it. Plus it will be good for you, I know a dog will protect you when I’m out of town for games.

Divinity: If you say so... But picking up after it will be your chore; the thought of poop... <shivers>

Perry: <laughs and pulls Divinity close> Dee, you wont have to worry about that. I’ll be on poop patrol, scouts honors.

Divinity: Hmm... you were never a scout though?

Perry: <looks around> Oh look its Sherry! Hey Sher, good to see you. You remember Divinity dont you?

Sherry: Hey guys! Good to see you too Perry and you too Divinity. So y’all are looking for a puppers? <grins at them both>

Perry: <grins back and squeezes Divinity gently> Yeah, we thought it was time.

~Bonus picture~

1:15 AM at LemonHills Family Hospital

On a cold windy November morning, little Cheri Lynn Vale was brought into this world. 

6:00 PM at home

A month after the move

Divinity: The house is looking good, don’t you think?

Perry: Absolutely! Thank you for all the hard work sweety. I know with training I haven’t really had a chance to help much besides move some of the heavier things.

Divinity: Don’t even worry about it! It was a lot of fun, and it got my mind off stuff. <yawns> Mmm, I just been so tired lately.

Perry: <strokes Divinity’s hair gently> You have looked a little wore out are you feeling okay? Don’t overwork yourself, now that the house is finally set up, you should take it easy for a bit.

Divinity: I’m feeling fine, just tired and sometimes I get a headache but I’m sure that’s from the moving. I’ll be okay now. <takes a slow deep breath closing her eyes> This is nice... I’m just going to close my eyes just for a little while... <her words fade into a soft sigh>

Perry: <smiles warmly at Divinity as she falls asleep> Get some rest love, I’ll be right here.

<After a while, Divinity’s soft snores fill the air.>