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The phone rings
''Captain Richardson here.''
Jennifer almost feels like crying.
''Sonny you've got to come home. The twins are driving me crazy. It wouldn't so bad if you were here more to play catch with them in the backyard. They'd use up some of their energy at least. When are you coming home?''
"Jennifer I'm sorry I can't right now. I'm in a discussion with Lt. Higgens and in 20 minutes I have to meet Don. I'll try to get home before 7. Tell those two they'd better behave cause papa has a belt. Also tell them I'll buy them a new baseball at Sears tonight and we can play catch early in the morning after breakfast as they'll out of school for the Summer and I'll just come to work late.''
''Sonny there's something else.''
''What is it Jennifer? Tell me.''
''I went to the doctor early this morning with the boys. The results came back on my test. I'm pregnant.''
''Why that's fantastic Jennifer! I sure hope it's a girl. You know I want a little girl so bad Jennifer.''
''Well if it's a boy or girl Sonny as long as it's healthy, you'll need to spend more time here at home. You're starting to get into your old habits of working constantly.''
Sonny turns to Lt. Higgins quickly.
''Sorry Lt. Higgens about all this.''
''That's alright Captain Richardson. Been married 42 years. 6 children, 7 grand children. Been through it all before Captain Richardson. Take your time as it's all we have.''
''Jennifer I know how you feel. But this is a job most men can't do. Besides our bills are mounting. Your doctor bills with them not being able to diagnose with why you feel so badly all the time my darling. The car in the repair shop for 2 months now and no money to fix it. Our rent is due tomorrow and thank goodness I get paid then. This once a month paycheck is difficult sweetheart.''
''I know it is Sonny. Just try to get home when you can. Safely my love. I cry about it when you're gone. I love you so much Sonny.''
''Goodbye Jennifer my love. The woman I took an oath too, to stay married to for the rest of my life.''
They both hang up
''Sorry Lt. Higgens. Can we continue this is a few hours? I've got to meet Lt. Lockman in 15 minutes.''
Sure Captain Richardson. I'll be back then sure. Time is all we have. You can never get time back again.''
Originally Posted by son of lockman
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