Dear Diary, I Have A Mate

by Abbie Lynn

  “You're so cute,” Audrey gushed.

  “Stop.” I laughed.

  “Up and down,” Carter sang, bouncing Kaya around.

  Up and down what kind of song? Wait a minute! Ups and downs, that's it!

  “Carter you're a genius!” I shouted.

  “What?” he asked.

  “God Gave Me You.” I smiled.

  Audrey's face lit up.

  “That's perfect!” She screamed.

  “It's a good thing Ty is out otherwise you two would have ruined the surprise, and yes I am a genius,” He dramatically stated.

  “You're on a roll babe first with Kaya's name and now with a song,” Audrey mocked.

  “I'm on a roll!” Carter sang to Kaya.

  I rolled my eyes at the two. I'm so glad I have the perfect song; it describes our relationship perfectly.

  Chapter 42

  Dear Diary,

  This is it, my wedding day.

  I will become Arrabella James Benson in two hours.

  ~Aria

  Audrey is helping me get ready.

  I'm close to a panic attack.

  “Kaya please don't,” I begged as Kaya started pulling on the cord to the curling iron.

  I picked her up and sat her on my lap. Audrey was curling my hair like crazy!

  Kaya leaned her head into me and sighed.

  I haven't seen Ty all day and I miss him. We aren't allowed to see each other the day of the wedding. So the first time I will see him is when I am walking down the aisle.

  “I'll give Kaya to the boys,” Audrey suggested, picking her up.

  “Okay, tell Ty-,” I started to say.

  “Nope no communication.”

  “Bye Kay Alee!” I called, blowing her a kiss.

  She clapped her hands, making me smile.

  I looked at myself in the mirror. I remember the first day I met Ty. I didn't have a clue how much he would mean to me. I sure as hell never thought I would have a baby with him and be getting married to him.

  “TYSON NO!” I heard Carter shout. Not in a mad way, in a Carter way. Tyson was probably about to get his way. I laughed at the thought.

  Audrey came in and shut the door and locked it.

  “What's going on?” I asked.

  “Nothing.” Audrey smiled. I knew she was just trying to not make me worry.

  “I heard Carter shout.” I laughed.

  “Ty wanted to see you.” She shrugged.

  “Why what's wrong?” I asked, getting out of my seat.

  “Nothing he's just going to have to wait,” she scolded, sitting me back down.

  “I miss him.” I pouted.

  “Yeah and he misses you so much he's about to break wedding traditions.”

  “I'm marrying a werewolf. I don't think wedding traditions apply here.”

  “Well you're human so it does apply here.” She laughed.

  “You're crazy,” I scoffed.

  “Okay, close your eyes and mouth. Time for your makeup.” I rolled my eyes but obeyed. I can't wait until I'm walking down the aisle.

  * * *

  “You're good?” Audrey asked for the millionth time.

  “Yes.” I nodded, placing Kaya in her wagon.

  I took a few deep breaths making Carter glance back at me. I nodded in assurance to him. I haven't had difficulty breathing in over a year and the idiot still gets worried.

  “You look beautiful,” my mother gasped as she joined me in the lineup.

  “Mom.” I smiled, giving her a hug.

  “Look at Kaya.” She smiled. Kaya looked up at the sound of her name and her little face brightened up when she saw her grandma.

  “Hi baby!” my mom greeted, leaning down and kissing her head.

  “This is it Ella, your wedding day.” My mom smiled while a few tears escaped.

  “Mom, don't start crying.” I laughed, trying to hold back my own tears.

  “You're just such an amazing women Ella, you really are.”

  “Thanks mom,” I replied, hugging her again.

  “Okay Ty and the Reverend are out there,” Audrey informed.

  “Aria we are walking out in thirty seconds but I wanted to come back here and tell you I'm so happy Tyson found you. You make him so happy and you already fit perfectly into the family. Kaya's gorgeous and you're gorgeous,” Emmalee started to cry a little.

  “Thank you, Emmalee.” I smiled, hugging her.

  “Dear we are walking down the aisle in ten seconds.” Dalton chuckled, wiping away her tears.

  Tyson is like Dalton like that. I love the way Emmalee and Dalton look at each other.

  “We're happy you're joining the family Arrabella,” Dalton added, smiling at me.

  “I'm glad too.” I smiled.

  Dalton doesn't talk much. He's one to just sit back with a smile on his face; you can tell he's a very content man.

  Before I knew it, Audrey and Carter were getting ready to walk and then it would be me and my mother.

  “See you out there.” Audrey smiled.

  “Don't trip,” Carter mocked.

  I shook my head and waved.

  “Smile Kaya,” I called. She started clapping, making me laugh.

  Carter pulled her along in her wagon.

  I waited and I heard the bride music start playing. I took a deep breath and held onto my mother's arm.

  The aisle came into view along with the crowd, but most importantly Ty came into view.

  I beamed at the brown-eyed boy I have fallen completely in love with. Ty looked at me in awe.

  A few tears slid down my face as I looked from him and over to Kaya who was looking at me.

  I smiled at her as well and then shifted my attention back to Tyson.

  Our eyes continued to stay locked all the way down the aisle. We finally made it to him and then my mother handed me over to Tyson.

  I was completely lost in Ty's eyes the entire time.

  “Tyson will now read his vows to Arrabella,” The Reverend announced.

  I smiled at Tyson and waited.

  “Arrabella,” he started to say. It wasn't in his Ty way. He wasn't teasing me because he knew I hated when people called me Arrabella, the way Ty said it was sincere. It was like he was demanding my attention.

  “The first time I saw you,” he went on. “You were at your locker on your first day of school.” I remember that day so well.

  “You didn't even shoot me a glance either.” He smirked. I smiled at him, wanting so bad to just kiss him.

  “Then I saw you in English reading Twilight. You were so into the book that I didn't even want to disturb you. You are an amazingly strong person, and I only hope our gorgeous daughter Kaya grows up to be exactly like you. I wasn't me before I met you; I let my temper take control of me almost every day. Now I barely ever lose my temper. I love waking up to your green eyes every morning. Ar, I don't know how you do it but you make me fall in love with you all over again every day. So Arrabella, I vow to not lose my temper. I vow to be as patient and kind hearted as you are. I vow to be a great husband and father every day. I vow that I will spend the rest of my life falling even harder for you every day. I love you.” I let my tears spill over my cheeks. Ty used his thumb to wipe them away quickly. Then he put his hands back in mine.

  I smiled up at him and took a deep breath.

  “Tyson ever since I saw you in English I knew I was never getting rid of you,” I started to say making the crowd erupt into quiet laughter.

  “I got lost in your eyes like I still do to this day,” I went on. “I was at a low point when you met me. I would go through everything I went through again just because all of it led me to you. I have never connected with anyone like I do with you and I'm so happy I get to wake up to my best friend every morning. So Tyson, I vow to love you every second of every day. I vow to be the best wife to you and the best mother to our beautiful daughter Kaya. I vow that we will spend the rest of our lives making each other laugh. I love you.” A few tears esc
aped Ty's eyes, making me want to cry again.

  “Tyson do you take Arrabella to be your wife?” The Reverend asked.

  “I do.” He smiled, slipping the wedding band onto my finger.

  “Arrabella do you take Tyson to be your husband?”

  “I do.” I smiled.

  “I now pronounce you husband and wife. You may kiss the bride!”

  The crowd clapped, and Ty pulled me to him. We kissed for about ten seconds and then Ty took my hand.

  “Ladies and gentlemen for the first time I present you with Tyson and Arrabella Benson!” He announced.

  Ty and I walked down the aisle. I'm officially Arrabella Benson!

  Ty and I are waiting outside. We had to be announced and then we would walk in and have our first dance!

  “Don't be nervous,” he whispered.

  “I'm not,” I whispered back, looking up at him.

  “What's the song we are dancing to?” he asked, smirking.

  “Wouldn't you like to know?” I teased.

  Our names were then announced and Ty and I walked to the dance floor just as “God Gave Me You” by Blake Shelton came on.

  Ty gasped a little under his breath and then we made it to the dance floor and he pulled me into him smiling like crazy.

  “What?” I whispered.

  “I love this song.” He chuckled.

  I beamed up at him and listened to the words, the words that described our relationship almost perfectly.

  “I've been a walking heartache,” the song started.

  “I've made a mess of me

  The person that I've been lately

  Ain't who I wanna be

  But you stay here right beside me

  Watch as the storm blows through...

  And I need you

  Cause God gave me you for the ups and downs

  God gave me you for the days of doubt

  And for when I think I've lost my way

  There are no words here left to say, it's true....”

  Ty kissed me at the end of the song making me smile against his lips.

  After our dance the father daughter dance was announced and Ty had picked the song for it. I have no idea what song is coming on.

  Every father and their daughter get to dance for this one, I however am not dancing, mostly because I just want to watch Ty dance with Kaya.

  The song started playing and I knew exactly what song it was right away, “My Little Girl” by Tim McGraw.

  “Gotta hold on easy as I let you go,” the song started.

  Ty was swaying and singing the words softly to Kaya. I started to videotape them because I want to show Kaya it one day. Ty really is a great dad.

  “Gonna tell you how much I love you, though you think you already know.

  I remember I thought you looked like an angel wrapped in pink so soft and warm.

  You've had me wrapped around your finger since the day you were born.

  You're beautiful baby from the outside in.

  Chase your dreams but always know the road that'll lead you home again.

  Go on, take on this whole world.

  But to me you know you'll always be, my little girl.

  When you were in trouble that crooked little smile could melt my heart of stone.

  Now look at you, I've turned around and you've almost grown.

  Sometimes you're asleep I whisper “I Love You!” in the moonlight at your door.

  As I walk away, I hear you say, “Daddy Love You More!”

  You're beautiful baby from the outside in.

  Chase your dreams but always know the road that'll lead you home again.”

  You'll always be, my little girl,” the song finished.

  Ty kissed Kaya's cheek and walked over to me. I put down the camera and smiled at the two. I can't believe I get to call them family.

  * * *

  “You'd better not!” I warned as Ty and I cut the cake. I didn't want him smashing cake in my face!

  “I won't.” He promised.

  He came through and neither of us smashed cake in the other’s face even though I wanted to do it to him so bad!

  “Everyone grab a piece!” I shouted.

  Carter of course was first in line, making me roll my eyes. That's when I noticed Isaac. I smiled and went up to him.

  “You made it.” I grinned, hugging him.

  “Yeah of course,” he chuckled. “The way you two look at each other is amazing.”

  “Thanks.”

  “Kaya is adorable.”

  “Yeah and she knows it.” I laughed.

  “Hello Isaac,” Ty greeted, walking up to us.

  “Hello Tyson, congratulations I'm glad Ella found you.” “Thanks man.” He nodded.

  Kaya stared at Isaac. She loves meeting new people. I grabbed her out of Ty's arms.

  “Isaac this is my daughter Kaya,” I introduced.

  “Hi Kaya,” he cooed.

  She smiled and reached for him.

  “Do you want to hold her?” I asked.

  “Sure.” He shrugged, grabbing her.

  He bounced her around making her smile.

  I'm glad Isaac and I patched things up.

  * * *

  “That was one hell of a night.” Tyson grinned, scooping me up bridal style and carrying me into our bedroom.

  “I agree.” I laughed as he lay me on the bed.

  “What is it people do on their wedding night?”

  “I don't know care to show me?” I teased.

  “I sure would Mrs. Benson.” He smirked.

  I don't know what the future holds. All I know is that I love Tyson Benson and whatever happens as long as I'm with him I'm happy.

  Chapter 43

  Dear Diary,

  I'm officially Arrabella Benson!

  Everything about the wedding was amazing!

  I love Tyson so much.

  ~Aria

  “Mmm,” Kaya tried again.

  “Come on angel,” I encouraged.

  “Babe, she's ten months old,” Ty reminded, handing her a bottle.

  “I know,” I sighed. “I just want her to say mama.” I pouted.

  “I know princess.” He chuckled, pulling me onto his lap. I laughed and turned my head up and pressed my lips to his. He moaned against my lips, making me smile.

  “Ahh!” Kaya squealed. I laughed and pulled away. The girl sure demands her attention.

  “I'm sorry Kaya.” I laughed, getting off Ty's lap and placing Kaya on my lap.

  I kissed her head. I can't believe she will be one in two months!

  * * *

  Dear Diary,

  My baby's a year old!

  We are having a little party in the backyard.

  My mom is coming and bringing her boyfriend Krieg. I'm really excited to meet him; he sounds so nice.

  ~Aria

  “Where is my birthday girl?” I sang, walking into Kaya's room. She was standing up, waiting for me in her crib.

  “There she is!” I smiled.

  “Ahhh!” Kaya squealed.

  “Hi baby,” I sang, lifting her out of her crib.

  “Are you ready to get dressed in your pretty dress?” I asked her.

  “Mmm,” she replied.

  Kaya would be wearing a pink and green dress. The green really brought out the green in her eyes.

  I then put on her party hat and tiny shoes that matched the dress.

  “You're ready for your party.” I smiled.

  “Hey girls.” Ty walked in and kissed my head, helping me up.

  “Who's the prettiest birthday girl?” Ty asked Kaya. She pointed to him, making us both laugh.

  Ty took her, and we walked downstairs. I am wearing a long pink and purple dress.

  Ty is in a green button-down shirt and dark jeans.

  “Kay Kay has arrived!” Carter shouted. Kaya squealed at the sound of her uncle.

  “Where is he?” Ty asked her. Kaya searched around.

  When she saw him
, she pointed and started bouncing.

  “Hey Aria!” Audrey called, putting the candles on Kaya's pink cake.

  “That looks amazing Audrey!” I smiled.

  “Thanks.” She beamed.

  We walked out back and I went over to Emmalee and Dalton to give them a hug. Of course, Emmalee wanted to gush over Kaya's dress and Dalton wanted to know if Ty and I were practicing to make Kaya some siblings.

  I saw my mom with a handsome man. He had light brown hair and hazel eyes.

  “Hey mom!” I greeted.

  “Hey honey.” She smiled.

  “You must be Krieg?” I asked.

  “Yes, it is very nice to meet you Aria.” He nodded.

  My mom seems so happy with Krieg, which makes me happy.

  “Where's the birthday girl?” My mother asked.

  “With the boys, I'll go grab her,” I replied, walking over to Ty and Carter.

  They were singing some kind of remix of the belly button song to her.

  “Hey psychos I need to borrow my child.” I laughed.

  “Okay.” Ty laughed, handing her to me. Carter pouted, making me roll my eyes.

  “Is your mom here?” Ty asked, walking with me.

  “Yeah and Krieg.”

  “Of course.” He nodded.

  “Here she is,” I told my mom, handing Kaya to her.

  “Krieg this is my husband Tyson,” I introduced.

  “Nice to meet you Tyson,” Krieg replied, giving Ty a handshake.

  “She sure is a beauty,” he commented, tickling Kaya.

  “Thanks.” I smiled.

  * * *

  “Happy birthday to Kaya. Happy birthday to you.” We all sang, making Kaya clap her hands.

  Ty and I got Kaya a bracelet. It had a small heart on it. She loves looking at it. We put it on her wrist, and now she won't let us take it off!

  A year really flies by. Soon my little girl will be walking and talking. I can't wait to watch my amazing girl grow up; let's just hope it doesn't happen too fast.

  * * *

  Four months later