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In the blink of an eye, your world can change. You can experience the greatest happiness … or succumb to the world’s worst pain, losing someone that had no reason to die …

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Surprise!!

Something sizzles in the horizon ... who's ready to light their fire? Stay tuned for more information about an upcoming treat!

Shaky Ground Teaser

Alice wandered down the emergency department. Bella was off today, but she was determined to find a few of her roommate’s coworkers for a party for Bella’s thirtieth birthday. Yes, it had been a week ago, but it was her thirtieth birthday. It was kind of a big deal and Bella ignored it.

Alice, however, would not.

“Alice Brandon, as I live and breathe,” cooed Shelly. “What are you doing down here?”

“I’m on a mission. A secret mission. I’m planning,” Alice snickered.

“Who’s birthday?” Shelly laughed.

“Bella’s,” Alice nodded. “I know it was last week, but she deserves more than what she got. So, I’m planning a surprise party at Game Works.”

“Oooh, when?” Shelly asked.

“Saturday night, meeting there for dinner at six and games until it closes. I’m off, as is Jasper, Emmett and Rosalie. Marcus Volturi and his husband, Felix, are coming, too,” Alice nodded.

“Damn it. I’m on,” Shelly grumbled. “Grace is off. She’s close with Bella.”

“Pass the word onto her, will ya?” Alice asked. “Oh, and is Dr. Masen here?”

“In his office,” Shelly smirked. She leaned forward, her brow arched. “I think he’s sweet on Bella.”

“Me, too,” Alice giggled. “But, I’m going to invite him. It’ll be up to him if he wants to come. I’ll give you the deets if he does show up. Laters!” Alice walked toward Dr. Masen’s office. The door was opened and she heard typing. Gently knocking, she poked her head inside. “Dr. Masen?”

“Yes?” he said, sounding exasperated. He blinked up, seeing Alice’s face. “Nurse Brandon, what a surprise to see you down here in the emergency department. Are you floating today?”

“Oh, no. I’m on break, but I wanted to talk to you. Well, invite you …” Alice blushed. He arched a brow. “Look, I know that you and Bella are kind of friendly-like. I’m throwing her a surprise party, even though her birthday was a week ago, but it was a milestone birthday. Anyhow, a bunch of us are going to Game Works. To celebrate, Bella’s birthday. It’s happening on Saturday and perhaps, if you’re not working, you’d like to go?”

Edward schooled his looks, trying to appear impassive. “I’m working on Saturday, but if I get off early enough, I could stop by. I don’t know,” he shrugged.

“What shift?” Alice asked.

“Seven to seven,” he answered.

“Send me a text if you’re coming,” Alice chirped, jotting down her number and putting it on Edward’s desk. “I’ll see you on Saturday?”

The One That Got Away Update

I'm excited to share this surprise update ... the last real chapter for The One That Got Away. You will get your normal update on Friday, which will be an epilogue/futuretake snapshots. Then, on Monday, I'll start posting my newest story, Shaky Ground. 

I'll stop rambling and post the update.

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Bella’s head was pounding and the kids were driving her crazy. She loved them unconditionally, but being cooped up with them for the past week because of shitty, rainy weather, was driving her up the fucking wall. It also didn’t help that Jane was breathing down her throat for a rough draft for her newest manuscript. On top of that, Edward was filling in for a coworker at the hospital and Bella was a ‘single’ parent. She only saw her husband when he dragged himself home after midnight, kissing her briefly before crashing to get up and do it again at six the following morning.

There was a loud thump and screaming. “Liam, you’re a jerk!” Lucy screamed.

“Oh, my GOD,” Bella grumbled, saving her work and closing her computer. She stomped up the stairs and saw Liam and Lucy rolling on the floor. “Both of you! Stop it! I don’t know what’s going on, but I think your grandparents can hear you screaming.”

“Lucy hit me,” Liam scowled, pushing his sister.

“Liam won’t let me watch what I want on the television,” Lucy retorted, picking up the television remote. “I’m bored, Momma. Can’t we go out?”

“It’s raining cats and dogs,” Bella said. “Plus, I have to do work on my newest novel. My boss is breathing down my neck.”

“All you ever do is work,” Liam hissed. “Why can’t you hang out with us?”

Bella pinched her nose and blew out a breath. “Liam, I want to, but as an adult, we need to do things. We have responsibilities. Nana and Poppa are out of town and Grandpa Charlie has to work, too.” She looked at her children, her sanity was hanging by a thread. “Lucy, you can’t hit your brother. Because you hit him, you won’t be watching television for a week. Go to your room and I’ll talk to you in a bit.”

“But, Momma,” Lucy whimpered, tears welling in her eyes.

“No, but Momma,” Bella snapped. “You hit your brother and violence is not tolerated. Period. Go to your room.” Lucy sobbed, running out of the play room. She turned to Liam, crossing her arms over her chest. “And you should be sharing with her, Liam.”

“She wanted to watch girly shows. They’re stupid,” Liam sneered. “I wanted to play Xbox and Lucy wouldn’t let me. Sometimes I wish I was an only child.”

“Excuse me?” Bella asked, her voice deadly calm. “Lucy is your sister and the only one you have. Did you say that to her?” Liam’s silence indicated he had. “I can’t believe you did that, Liam. Granted, hitting is never an answer, but neither is cruelty. You go to your room, too. You lost television privileges for a week, too. You also need to apologize to your sister, too.”

“Is she going to apologize to me?” Liam snapped. “She hit me.”

“And you wished her gone,” Bella yelled back. “I’m so angry at you, Liam. At both of you. Go to your room and we’ll talk more when I’ve calmed down.”

“I HATE YOU!” Liam screamed, running past Bella and into his room, slamming the door. Bella fell to the ground, her own tears pricking in her eyes. She took a few calming breaths, picking up her cell phone and sending Edward a text. I need you, at home. Tonight. I know you’re busy, but our children made some poor choices and I need you to back me up. Love you ~ Bella

The One That Got Away Teaser

“Alice, I don’t understand why I need to pack sexy lingerie,” Bella grumbled on her phone as she folded her clothes for her trip to Las Vegas. “Edward isn’t coming with me to this conference. He’s got to work and he’s terrified that Tanya is going to kidnap his kids. I’m terrified she’s going to kidnap his kids. That woman has a first-class ticket on the crazy train.”

“Trust me,” Alice sang.

“I’m not going to be set up, Alice,” Bella snarled.

“Bella, really? I know that you’re in a committed relationship with Edward. Just let me have my moment,” she giggled. “And make sure you bring heels. No ballet flats. You’re going to VEGAS! Not some coffee klatch.”

“Fine, fine,” Bella grumbled, tossing in a pair of black stilettos, along with a pair of nude heels, too. “You’re meeting me there?”

“We’ve got a sweet set up in a suite at The Cosmopolitan. The conference is Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with a welcome gala on Wednesday night and another party for the authors on Friday,” Alice said. “You’ll do awesome. You always do. Yes, you’re nervous, but you get over it and become like your heroines in your stories.”

“That’s because they’re confident and poised. I’m not, Ali. I’m a hot mess,” Bella grumbled.

“Stop, Bella. You’re not a hot mess. You’re smart, funny, sexy, poised and confident,” Alice snapped. “I don’t know why you think you’re not.”

“I’m second guessing everything, lately. I’m working with a new counselor, been seeing her since Edward and I had our disagreement. Being back in Tampa brought back a lot of insecurities and I’m struggling with that,” she sighed. “It’s getting better. Edward is quick to tell me that I’m special and that he loves me. The kids are amazing, treating me like their mom.”

“Bella, you are, for all intents and purposes, their mother,” Alice whispered. “They love you. Edward loves you.”

“I know, I know,” Bella breathed. “I’m sorry. Just a huge insecure moment.”

“Get over it,” she giggled. “You are going to kick ass and take names. The artwork, swag and paperbacks are sweet. The panel you’re presenting at is sold out. It will be a great trip. Take a breath, fuck your boyfriend and then meet me at our suite. I’ll be there by two tomorrow.”

“My flight arrives at four. I’ll get there when I can,” Bella said. “Thanks, Alice. Love you.”

“Love you, too, girlie,” she chuckled. “See you tomorrow.”

Bella ended the call and finished packing her belongings, including sexy lingerie, though she knew no one would see it. As she finished packing, she heard the lock disengage and squeals of Liam and Lucy. She zipped up her suitcase, greeting the twins with hugs and kisses. Edward kissed her tenderly as he maneuvered his body into the kitchen. He pulled out plates and opened the pizza boxes. “Already, terrors, come get dinner.”

“Bella, can’t you stay with us,” Lucy asked, her lip quivering. “Daddy said you’re going to a conference in Vegas.”

“I am, sweetie. I’m meeting some people and promoting my books. Plus, I’m spending time with my best friend, Miss Alice,” Bella replied, playing with Lucy’s curls. “I’ll be back, I promise, on Monday.”

“You promise? Pinky promise?” Lucy asked.

Bella hooked her pinky with the sweet little girl and hugged her tightly. “Pinky promise.”

“I told you she was coming back, Lucy,” Liam said, idly playing with Bella’s ponytail. “She didn’t believe me.”

“I love you guys. Why would I leave permanently?” she asked, giving them both Eskimo kisses. “Just like your dad must go to medical conferences, I’m going to the conference and then I’ll be back.” Both twins hugged her and snuggled against Bella.

Edward took pictures with his cell phone, his heart growing with love for the gorgeous woman who loved his children like they were his own. He was feeling the same way as his twins, but he had a surprise up his sleeve. It was only a matter of time before it came into play.