PT.15
Old
Flame Revisited
Snow had begun to slow down to a light flurry… which was a
good sign to Kitty ,.. maybe now , people could get through, without much
problem… Festus’, and Burke and
several other went to find the perfect tree …they needed to haul back one large
enough for the Long Branch..
Pushing thru the
entry of the Saloon,… they had succeeded…. Miz Kitty,… thinky this here
a one will be plum big enough?… smiling at them,… It sure will be .. just put
it over there in the corner .. then we can decorate it ,we can reach the top
,.. from the landing… but first,..
drinks on me .. you a’ll must be freezing?
They stood the tree against the wall.. and headed for the Bar….
Kitty’s girls were going thru the boxes of ornaments… when
she started to help,.. Doc placing his hand on her back… Young Lady…. You
should take it easy… it wasn’t that long ago that I dug a bullet from your
rib…. Turning to look at him with a sweet soft look,… placing a hand on his
cheek…. Curly,… I will,.. I
promise… But I want to get this finished before the children get here? Then, Flo , one of her girls … ahhh, Miss
Kitty .. we have this … they also had the help of a few cowboys that wanted to
spend time with them…
Oh, Curly,.. have you seen Matt this morning? Sniffing and wiping his upper lip,… Well, saw him this morning before I came here… but he seemed pretty busy? She just smiled , but was thinking she
didn’t remember him saying anything about going anywhere… well, he did spend an awful lot of time …
hovering over a certain pretty Redhead the last week or so, Doc said trying to
hide the smirk on his face.Kitty I’ll be back later … have a few things to take
care of…easy now remember what I said…?
Yes Sir Doctor! Be care , she
added as he left the Saloon.
Doc headed for his office,.. he knew Matt would be over
later for the envelope, he was holding for him… as he was climbing his stairs…
Matt yelled , Doc, Doc wait up… was hoping to see you early… I’ll stop just
before the party tonight to get …. Shivering ,.. Ok, I know what your picking
up… now I need to get out of this fridget
wheather… Oh, and A pretty Redhead in the Saloon is asking about you
today,.. maybe you should stop back
again… tilting his head , Matt asked,.. Stop Back again? She must be missing you since this
morning,… then chuckled and continued,
his climb….
Standing in the doorway of the Saloon, just standing amazed
at how organized she was even with so many trying to get the Long Branch
decorated….. he scanned the room… till he focused in on the woman of his
heart….. Oh, Matt … good you’re here …leaning in close, I was wondering how you
snuck out so early and fast? Kit, I
didn’t want to wake you ...I had, have a few things to catch up on…. Smiling
with a light laugh … Yeah, Doc says you’ve been spending a lot of time hovering
over a certain redhead lately…Oh, I wouldn’t have it any other way! He smiled
back at her..... Drink ? no,.. thanks I
have a few things still to do .. but this place looks great!
The Long Branch was filling up quite fast ,.. everyone who
could, made their way into town… many people in Dodge looked forward to
Kitty’s Christmas party… especially the children,.. a good friend of Festus’
agreed to be Santa for the Children… Mister Jonas had donated many things for
the children’s gift , beside the gifts Kitty brought…. Sarah Carr had made
several Dress and Pants for some of the children who needed clothes…. Kitty had Joe from Delmonico’s prepare with
Ma’ Smalley’s help …a beautiful Buffett of foods.. and treats for all to enjoy. The tree was beautifully decorated with
Handmade ornaments and Candles… Glowing silk Birds and Ribbons.. and a Bright
White Angel to watch over all the night’s Festivities…
This night can’t possible get any better Sam, Kitty said as
she watch everyone enjoying this celebration… Festus’ say Lucas should be here
shortly… and I guess … Sam patted her hand ,.. Miss Kitty it’s all perfect as
usual,.. and Marshal Dillon .. he’ll be here !
Sam, I didn’t say… smiling he
added, but you were thinking it? … Sam Noonan, you know me too well!
All the children were laugh and admiring the tree ,..
anxious to open the presents… but most of all they were looking forward to the
arrival of SANTA!
Everything was in full swing,.. when Festus’, getting’ the
attention of all in the room… Shhhhh did ya here’s that ?... all the Children
stopped and looked around … Here what Mr. Festus’? a small boy of 5 asked. Why that sounded Like them Reindeer were’a
sliding in on Miz Kitty’s roof… jest giv ‘a Listen….Then just then ,.. there he
was coming thru Kitty’s office door… The
Big Jolly Man , with a full white Beard…HO,HO, HO! Hello Boys and Girls …. I hear there have
been lot’sa good little Boys and Girls…
that deserve presents! Kitty smiled at
the look of Joy and excitement on their little faces…..
Santa sat talking to all the children ,.. and handing out
the presents…. Then as they sat and played,… How bout’ you pretty lady? Grabbing her hand to have her sit on his
lap… Don’t you want to tell me your Christmas Wish? Oh, what do you know …. I think I have a
gift here for you as well… NO Santa .. I have everything I want … My Friends
and Family… and Am so thankful to spend Christmas with them all…then , he
leaned in … and whispered.. But I think you’ll like this One? And Kissed her on the Neck… SANTA? ! Pulling away.. then realizing it was not ,
Lucas in the suit…..
He reached in his jacket and pulled a large envelope wrapped
in a ribbon… and handed it to her …
she whispered quietly, Matt
Dillon what are you up too? He had his
arm wrapped around her side well Santa,
……with a Smirk… am I to open this now?…… Maybe you should hold it till
later… Now twinkle of Blue
Met Twinkle of Blue…May I buy you a drink Santa? Eggnog?
He walked to the Bar… letting the children play…. When she looked at the Note on the envelope..
tied in Red Ribbon… the Note Said:
This is something that will make all your dreams come
true….. But , Santa has another Gift …
Matt?.. I don’t understand!...Answer Santa’s Other
Gift? Cowboy have you been drinking
? Judge Brookings, and Jake
made their way in the door and interrupted
their conversation… Merry Christmas everyone , Brookings
said…! he lean in and Kissed Kitty on
the Cheek… as did Jake,… Jake how you
feeling..? She asked. Oh real good Miss Kitty!.. and I told you I wouldn’t miss
this party for anything … Eggnog? She offered the two of them… Yes Please
,... especially if there’s a little something extra in it? He answered. … she
just laughed.
Mat…ah I mean Santa can I speak to you privately
?..Brookings asked. Matt quickly said
his Goodbyes to all the Children,.. and exited, thru Kitty’s office…. The Judge
Followed.
While changing,… Judge Brookings looked at Matt amazed at
him in the Big red suit….. Matt?... I have to take my hat off to you and Kitty
both…. You two have always made a wonderful Christmas for all the children… Big
and Small!...now laughing. Ahhh, Judge
… Kitty deserves all the credit… This was a last minute idea… pointing at the
suit. Matt, I was wondering? …Yeah what? Matt asked. Well,… I assume you’ve given kitty her
surprise….. yes, but she hasn’t opened it just yet…
Well then I hold off on what I was going to ask… let’s
rejoin the party … I definitely want a dance with the Pretty Lady!
Matt now in his own clothes… and the Judge Joined the
Party! Well, now Cowboy,.. Don’t we
look handsome … I guess it’s a good thing Santa’s not still here?...why’s that?
He said with a curled smile. Well, now
Santa was getting a bit frisky.. and it was kind’a Nice… smirking at him…. OH,
is that a Fact? Yes That’s A Fact! Now out came her hardy laugh … which is very
contagious!
TBC
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