Sunday, April 30, 2017

Before Happily Ever After 5 Final Part

“So what did your dad call about? It kind of lasted a while” Eric asks me when I call him back. I sigh while I grab another handful of m and m’s. Chocolate always makes me feel better in times of stress. And this is most definitely a stressful time right now. Between constantly giving myself deep breathing exercises and stuffing my face with candy, I’m surprised I haven't bloated up like a blimp.
“You’ll never believe this Eric” He asks wanting to know. I sigh again.
“My day told me that my mom wants to buy my wedding dress for me. Like she wants to help pick it out and everything” I tell him about the information my dad had given me.
“Really? Why does she want to do that?” Eric asks me in wonder. Seriously. And why didn’t she just asks me instead of going to my dad? Wait, a second. How do they have each other’s numbers? The hell.
“Apparently, she wants to “make up” for lost time and contribute something to the wedding. I don't know. I’m just over this whole process. Everything is stressing me out. I’m not even enjoying doing my one of favorite things: shopping. In fact, I’m dreading it and that's coming from ME, Eric” I say as I start on my monologue. Anybody want tickets to my pity party show?
“I understand baby” Eric tells me but I hardly hear him as I continue on.
“And not to mention that my bridal shower is in two weeks and I had hoped to find a dress by then. You know everybody will be asking about it and what not” I say, imagining how the conversation will go. Cori, do you have your dress? No, I don't. You, of all people, DON'T have a wedding dress yet? Wow. I can just see their judgment in their eyes.
“Baby” Eric starts to say but I don't stop talking. It’s hard to stop my motor mouth at times. I can just keep going and going and going and you get the picture.
“They’re going to be judging me, Eric. wondering why I don't have a dress yet. Not to mention, I still haven't taken my graduation pictures yet either. So I need to do that so I can send out my announcements and…” I continue on.
“Cori” Eric tries to interrupt but it didn't work. Like I said, I’m a pink ball rolling down a hill headed for a fire pit of stress. I can't be stopped.
“And I also have to find two and three outfits for that. I have no motivation to do that. I have not motivation for anything. Honestly, elooping sounds better everyday. Also I can't-” I go on to say more but was finally stopped by Eric.
“Cori, stop! Slow down for a second. Take a deep breath, okay?” he tells me to do. In and out. In and out, Cori.
“Listen, baby girl. I know things aren't going your way right now and you're feeling like everything around you is falling apart. But I promise you will get through it. Take one thing at a time” Eric says. Easier said than done, babe.
“I know but nothing is going right; especially dress shopping. That's my number one priority. I feel like once I find it, I can breathe a little easier” I tell him, trying not to cry. My eyes are starting to water. Ugh. Stupid emotions. It's been so much easier for me to cry lately. The only time I used to cry is when my behind is getting torched.
“Then only worry about finding your dress and put the other stuff on hold for right now. You will find your dream dress and you will look beautiful in it. Okay?” he says calming me down. I smile and wipe the few tears that managed to fall.
“Okay” I say into the phone as I feel myself breathing easy again. Man, Eric really has a way with words. How does he do that? He’s like a wizard or something.
“And you don't have to go with your mom, sweetness. If you're not one hundred percent okay with the idea, then don't agree to it. Only do what you're comfortable with doing. Just take the next few days to think about it and decide. Alright?” Eric says about the parental issue. Ugh. I don’t even know what I want to do? Why must it be so HARD? I need more chocolate.
“Okay. how do you do that?” I ask him as I grab another handful of candy.
“Do what?” he asks me back.
“How is it that you always make everything seem okay?” I say in amazement. Maybe it goes back to that couples empathy ting. Like he knows just the right words to calm me down. Sort of like a mind connection or something like that.
“Because everything is going to be okay. I just help you look at the big picture, that’s all” Eric tells me with a slight laugh. No, I bet you it's our couple’s empathy. Its sounds a lot cooler. Heehee.
“If you say so” I say not convinced about everything being “okay”. I don't see a light at the end of this tunnel.
“It will baby. You’ll see. Why don't you take a few days off of any wedding planning and just relax for a bit?” he asks me. What! A few days off when there's so much left to do? Okay, so maybe there isn't that much since I’m kind of ahead of the game. But still, I can't just stop. I have to be on top of everything. I’m a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to my things.
“No, I’m fine Eric. I can handle it” I assure him. Well, I can hope, can't I?
“Are you sure? Because if you can't, then I’ll have to handle it” Eric tells me seriously. Gulp. My butt cheeks clench at his ominous threat.
“No, I can handle it. I’ll even take tomorrow off to make you happy” I tell Eric. So he can't say that I didn't relax. Ha!
“Alright. I just don't want you to overwhelm yourself angel. Bad things tend to happen…” he reminds me. I roll my eyes. So I may or may not have acted out when I get too stressed. But this isn't one of those times, I swear.
“I know, but nothing is going to happen” I try to assure him again. Have just a tiny bit of faith in me Eric. I don't mess up ALL of the time; just SOMETIMES.
“I hope not” Eric says. Yeah, me too. Quick, change the subject.
“Do you want to see what I’m planning on wearing to the bridal shower? Because I do actually have an outfit for that” I ask him with a sigh. Yes, I know I still sound pitiful. And no, I don't care.
“I’d love to, my sad little angel. Face time me?” he asks me.
“Okay! Let me get changed” I say hopping off of my bed with a grin on my face. What can I say? Nothing makes me happier than trying on clothes AND talking to Eric.

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“I can’t believe you're going dress shopping without me?” Lily tells me disappointed. I finished putting my mascara on before taking one last look at myself in the mirror. I look good, if I do say so myself.
“I know, girl. But I honestly don't think I will actually find a dress. I’m just doing it once to please my mom. It's a one time thing, remember?” I say while picking up my purse. So as you can see, I decided to go with my mom to pick a dress out. A day after my dad called me, she calls to ask me herself if she could join me one time to shop for a dress. She was really nervous about it and rambled on about how she knows she doesn't deserve to do something so special with me but she would hate herself if she didn't try to reach out to me about it. I could actually hear honestly to what she told me. unless my mom was lying. In which case, I need to ask for some pointers since we all know how well I lie. If there was a program to help people to lie better, I would be all over it. Like take my money and help me out of getting my ass spanked, please. I can dream, can't I? Anyways, I guess I have a bit of a heart since the ice queen agreed to go dressing shopping with her, but only once. Just to see how it goes the first time. I'm still not sure how it will go because I’m still guarded around my mom for obvious reasons.
“Well a part of me hopes you don't so I can be there with you when you do. After all I am the maid of honor. But on the other hand, I hope you do since you’ll be done with it and can move on” lily says from her bed. She stills a little miffed that she’ll miss out but she understands why I said yes to my mom. We have that BFF empathy thing going on. Oh, you thought that was only with couples. nah, I’ve come to figure out that it works with friends too. We seem to know where the best sales are, what we are craving to eat, or when our plans get seriously screwed up. the last example is a big indicator for it…
“Same, but I promise to send you pictures of everything that I like so you are still in the look” I say to please her. plus, I love any excuse to take pictures of myself. The camera loves me. Heehee.

“So what type of dresses do you have in mind?” Amy, the bridal attendant who will be helping me today asks.
“I'm honestly open to trying anything on but since I'm pear shaped I want to stick with dresses that are flattering to my figure” I tell her in the sitting area of the boutique that we are in. my thunder thighs are a blessing and a curse.
“Okay, they’re are a ton of dresses that you can choose from. I’ll pick a few styles to get you started and then we can go from there. While I’m picking some out from the back, feel free to look around the front and chose any you would like to try on” Amy says with a smile before going to the back. Well here it goes. The start to what is hopefully a life-changing event. I need to find my dress!! Sorry, for the dramatics. I’m sure you're tired of hearing about it.
“Let's look around” I tell my mom, Veronica, as I also stand up. The bridal shop that we’re in actually has a good selection. Let's hope they match my taste in clothing. You know, I’m picky. We start to shift through some the dress on display. Taffeta? No. crepe? Ugh. faille? Hell no!
“Oh Cori! Look at this one. I’d think you’d look beautiful in it?” Veronica says pulling a dress off the rack. I go over to her to see what it looks like. It’s a mermaid dress with a sweetheart neckline. The bottom of it is feathery with a long train. I don't not like it, so I guess that’s a plus.
“Okay, I’ll try it on” I tell her with a smile. I go back to looking when a new voice chimes in.
“How about this one, darling?” I’d think you would look better in this than that one” a deep voice says behind me. What the…? What is my DAD doing here?
“Dad! What are you doing here?” I asked shocked. I notice my mom has a cold look on her face now as we both look at our new guest. Oh great.
“Well, I just thought I would pop in and make sure everything was running smoothly” my dad, Nate, says with a sly grin. Oh, so he is trying to act innocent, huh? I see what he is doing here. Now I see where my amazing acting ability comes from. Thanks a lot dad. Hmph.
“Everything is going smoothly, dad. So you can leave now” I tell him with a pointed stare. Three’s a crowd and he needs to find the nearest exit.
“Yes, we don't need your presence here” Veronica adds through pointed eyes. There’s a bit of an awkward pause as they stare each other down. This is so awkward right now. More awkward than the time I thought I was waving at Eric but it wasn't him. You know how excited I get to see him so you can probably imagine the look that I got from the stranger. Probably thought I was crazy or something.
“I can see that but since I’m here I think I might stay awhile” Nate says beginning to look at the dresses himself. Ugh. this is not what I want right now. I march over to my dad in a huff.
“Dad, seriously just GO. this time is supposed to be just me and mom” I say quietly to not attract looks from the other store visitors.
“Darling, I just want to make sure that your mother doesn't try anything with you. Now to mention you have high tastes. Lets not forget, I just want you to have your dream dress and not have to scale back” he tells me while walking away from me. I roll my eyes at his digs toward Veronica. So it's obvious that my parents hate each other’s guts.
“You won't even notice that I’m here other than to tell you how nice you look in everything” Nate says picking a puffy ball gown. Yeah, this is sooo not going to go well at all. And the fact that I can see that says a lot.

Well, I can say with total confidence for one that I was RIGHT. A shocker, I know. This bridal visit is a total shit show. I feel bad for Amy for having to put up with my parents.
“I really love the top of this one but I’m not liking the bottom. I think it's overwhelming” I say looking at myself in a ball gown in the full-length mirror. I wish I can take parts of different dresses and put it all together to create one but there isn't enough time to do that. Sigh. procrastination wins again.
“I agree. Maybe one a little less poufy. It's a no for this one. But that's not surprising” Nate says the last part under his breath. My mom glares at him from her chair since she was the one who picked this dress. This is what I’m talking about. If my mom picks a dress, my dad  hates it. If my dad chooses one, mom hates. They are constantly throwing shade at the dresses and each other. Its sooo embarrassing; especially since they’re getting more personal about it. Where’s a counselor when you need one?
“It's a lot better than the ones you chose. At least she looks good in the dresses that I pick” Veronica sneers at Nate.
“Please. I think I know my daughter better than you do” Nate retorts. I sigh. I step down from the post and head back into the room to change out of my dress. This was a total waste of my time. And my time is valuable. I could be sleeping or shopping or getting my nails done; they seriously need it. Anything other than this.
“Sorry about my parents. This wasn't supposed to happen” I say to Amy as she helps me out of the dress. She gives me a sympathetic smile.
“It’s okay. I've learned weddings tend to bring out the worst in people” she tells me. Ain't that the truth. I could never be in the wedding business. The drama isn't worth it and I LOVE me some good drama; but no thanks.
“You know how to ruin a good day. It was fine until you showed up” I heard mom says as I leave the room in my normal clothes. They’re still arguing? Jeeze.
“Let's not act like I didn't have a reasons to come up here. I don't want Cori to get hurt again” Nate tells her angrily. See how personal it is getting?
“She won't. I've changed and I am trying, Nate. Back off” Veronica tells me him just as angry. Alright then, I’ve had enough.
“Stop” I say loudly to get their attention but they’re too involved in their argument. I take my nude high heel off and throw it at my dad to finally get my parents to shut up. The look on Amy’s face indicates she hasn't seen any wedding drama quite like this.
“Just stop it! Will you two think about someone other than yourselves? You ruined everything; especially you dad. You guys are the worst parents ever” I tell them angrily before I stomp out of the bridal boutique. It's kind of hard to stomp though when you're missing a heel but they better have gotten the point. I threw my favorite nude heel. Ugh.
“Cori, wait” Veronica calls to me but I ignore her and get in my car. I’m done with everyone. Done with my parents. Done with dress shopping. Done with this wedding. Okay, I’m not done but it sure feels like it at the moment. I drive off to clear my head and get something with chocolate in it.

Eric’s POV:
I'm currently walking towards my car after ending my shift at work. It was along but at least I have the weekend to spend with my baby. Speaking of her, I wonder how dress shopping went with her mom. Cori was worried about how it would go and finding a dress. I know she wants to find something perfect but I hope she’ll realize that she will look perfect in any dress that she picks. Hopefully, she will find one sooner rather than later so she won't stress about it anymore. I should probably turn my phone off silent and see if Cori messaged me with good or bad news. However, when I look at my phone I see that I have several missed messages from Nate and Veronica. Oh jeez… I call Nate back and he picks up after the first ring.
“Eric! Do you know where Cori is? Is she with you?” he asks in a panic.
“No, she’s not. I just got off work so I haven't heard from her” I tell him starting to get worried myself.
“Will you try calling her? She won't answer any of my calls. Maybe she will answer yours” Nate says. Oh she better answer.
“Yeah, I’ll call her but what happened?” I ask trying to find out what in the world happened. I've learned that it could be anything with Cori.
“Well, things didn't go quite as planned today while shopping” Nate tells me, obviously hiding something.
“Wait, you were there? I thought it was just going to be just her and her mom?” I ask next, beginning  to see why today didn't go as “planned.”
“I decided to drop by and help out but that was a mistake. I was just trying to protect her but I didn't help. Her mother and I do not get along and never will. It was a very unpleasant experience and Cori was very angry. So angry that she threw her shoe at me” Nate tells me. That sounds like a total disaster and something that Cori did not need to experience.
“She threw a shoe at you? In the store?” I ask in disbelief. I shouldn't be so surprised. This is Cori we’re talking about here.
“Yup, one of her heels. I honestly don't blame her though. I deserved it” he says with a bit of guilt in his voice. As much as he probably did deserve it, it's still no excuse for Cori.
“Well, I’ll get in touch with her and have her call you back” I tell him.
“Please do. She hasn't answered my calls or messages and neither for her mother. It's been hours since she walked out on us. I’m getting worried” Nate tells me anxiously. Hours? Where the hell is she? I hope she isn't hurt or something. All I know is that her ass is toast when I finally get a hold of her.

Cori’s POV
Have you ever been to the movies and a restaurant by yourself? It’s pretty awesome. I would know since I just did it myself. After I stormed off, I decided to have a me day and do whatever I wanted. I drove to an outlet mall near by and walked around. I got my nails done, did some retail therapy, and decided to catch a movie. I just had to get my mind off of my stupid parents and wedding dresses. My poor head needed a break. I turned my phone on silent and then turned it off for the movie, so no one could get in touch with me. Was that the smartest thing to do? Probably not, but I care at the time? Heck no! I couldn't handle it anymore. Since its getting dark out, I guess it's time to face my doom. My butt is going to hurt so bad when Eric is finished with it. I won't be able to sit for weeks. I turn my phone on and I am instantly bombarded with missed calls and messages from my dad, mom, Lily, a few other friends, and of course Eric. Did I say my butt would hurt? I meant to say that it will be dead. I’ll be lucky to have one after all of this. Why me? I decided to call Eric and get that conversation over with. Sigh. well here it goes.
“Cori! Where the hell have you been? Are you okay?” Eric practically yells at me. His voice is full of panic, worry, and anger. My bottom clenches at his tone.
“I’m okay Eric. I’ve been out and about” I tell him, not wanting him to know that I’ve been shopping and catching a movie.
“Out and about? Doing what exactly? And why does any of that involve a turned off phone?” he fires questions out. Think fast, Cori. save your butt some pain, at least.
“It died, Eric. and I just now got to my care where my charger is” I say coming up with an excuse. I think that might work.
“Just now? You still haven't answered wherever been, Cori. do you know how many people have been wondering where you have been” you could have been dead for all we know” Eric says pissed. Well, that lie obviously didn't work. Nice try, Cori.
“I’m sorry. I didn't mean to make anyone worry. I just needed some time away. Things went horribly while dress shopping. My dad came and-” I start to tell him what happened but he cut me off.
“Your dad came, made everything worse, you threw your shoe at him, and walked out” Eric says, summing up what happened today. He already knows what happened? Great, now I can't change the story better. You know, leave out a few minor details in my favor. Although it hardly ever works for me. But I’m desperate so sue me.
“Oh, so he told you what happened?” I ask him.
“Yes, he told me. Along with your mom when they both called me multiple times to see if I’ve heard from you. They were worried sick. So please tell me, where have you been MIA at?” Eric ask me with a you better tell me or else voice.
“I've been at an outlet mall” I mumble. I did mention that my ass is dead, right?
“So let me get this straight, you went off the grid… to go shopping?” he asks making sure he had heard me right.
“Yes sir” I say cringing down in the seat of my car. Do you think I would be able to find a ticket for a one-way trip out of the country right about now?
“Just get yourself to my place so we can finish this conversation, please” Eric tells me. By conversation, he means y butt getting soundly spanked. Seriously, where is the nearest airport?

When I close the door to Eric’s apartment, I have a strong sense of dread. But who could blame me really. No one would want to be in my place right now. I turn around and come face to face with Eric’s intense gaze. His eyes could burn through my skull with ease.
“Um hi” I say hoping that I won't sunburn from his eyes. They are that intense, guys.
“Do you know how much trouble your in?” he asks as he pulls me into the living room. I cover my behind in an attempt to save it from Eric’s wrath.
“A lot, but I’m sorry” I tell him as he sits down on the couch and pulls me between his legs. Eric pulls my jeans and panties down before pulling me over his lap.
“Not as sorry as you're going to be, young lady” He tells me while lifting his hand and brings it down hard on my left cheek.
Smack smack smack smack
Eric begins a pace of landing hard smacks to my sit spots and thighs. My poor butt is already crying and he just got started.
“Oww Eric ow please ahh” I cry out. Okay, I really pissed him off this time; like a lot, a lot. Usually, he has some sort of lecture, but it was straight to the chopping block this time.
Smack smack smack smack
“Ahh Eric I’m sorry!! Owww let me explain ah” I say with tears streaming down my face. His hands continues to make my upturned butt seriously burn. I always manage to forget how hard his hand HURTS.
“Explain what exactly? How you turned your phone off and didn't think your parents would try to call you. Or me or Lily wouldn't do the same. We were worried sick about you, Cori. We had no idea where you were. Did you once think about someone other than yourself?” Eric asks without stopping his fast pace. I start to sob from the pain and his words. I feel like the biggest jerk on the planet; maybe the whole entire universe. I know how worried Eric gets about me sometimes and I probably scared him and my parents, and my friends. I sooo deserve this spanking and I never think that mid spanking.
Smack smack smack smack smack
“I’m sorry!!” I sob to him as he focuses his attention to my upper thighs. Jesus, is he really going to town on my ass. I know I deserve it but damn.
“Are you going to ignore people like you did today, Cori?” Eric asks me, spanking my sit spots at a slower pace. Is the end near?
“No sir, I won't” I cry into the couch cushion.
Smack smack
Eric gives me two hard spanks before stopping completely. I hardly notice that he has stopped except that he is gently rubbing my scorched bottom. I continue to cry it out over Eric’s lap. Wait, why isn't he letting me up and where is my cuddle time? Grrr. I’m soon left sniffling.
“You okay?” he asks while patting my butt. Other than my butt, yes. I nod my head.
“Can I get up now?” I ask, hoping that he’d hold me now.
“You can but you're not finished yet” Eric says while finally pulling me up. He puts his hand on my hips and guide me to the kitchen. Its kinds of hard to talk with my jeans around my ankles, after all. Anyways, he sits me down on one of the kitchen chairs firmly. Did I forget to mention that the chairs are wooden; aka: hard as a rock. My bottom practically shudders with contact.
“Here. Call your mom and dad and tell them that you're fine. I already told them that you were okay after you called me, but I’m sure they want to hear it from you instead. So call them right now and send Lily a text as well” Eric tells me as he hands me my phone and kisses the top of my head. I have to talk to them so soon? I still have my spanking voice. The voice I get after I’m spanked and have been crying and everything. I do what Eric says though and call my parents. Mom was just relieved that I was okay and apologized for how she acted with my dad. I told her I was sorry and wished it didn't end like it did. Now my dad, on the other hand, was a whole other story. Long story short, he was sooo mad when I called; just like Eric was. He yelled, cussed, and yelled some more. I barely managed to apologize for disappearing since he was talking so much. Sheesh. Although, my dad apologized himself once he calmed down. I guess I’ll accept it even though it was kinda his fault that everything happened the way it did. I’ll keep that thought to myself since I’m still on lockdown with Eric. I sent Lily a quick text letting her know that I’ll call her tomorrow.
“Eric, I did it” I say to him. He had given me some privacy to talk to everyone. He comes back into the kitchen and grabs my hand to stand me up. He sits down with me on his lap this time. Cuddle time yet?
“Tell me what happened today baby?” Eric asks me giving my cheek a kiss. Oh, so now he asks me to explain? A little late Eric. Hmph.
“I don't know. I just cracked, I guess. My parents were arguing with each other and I wasn't going anywhere with finding a dress. It just got too much to handle. I wanted everything to stop. So that's why I had to get a way and breathe. I know it was wrong to disappear without telling anyone. I didn't mean to cause anyone to worry; especially you” I tell him as I play with his hands around my waist. Weddings can really take their toll on people. I never crack under pressure; for the most part anyways.
“I know that you’ve been extremely overwhelmed lately and what happened with your parents didn't help any. That's why I wanted you to take a break from everything for a week or two and focus on yourself and school. I'm glad you got a way for a bit today but the way you went about it was completely wrong, angel” Eric says to me. Yeah, I crash and burn super hard. Like a crash landing or a plane or something like that. It isn't pretty as you all today.
“I know” I say since what he’s saying is right. Why is my fiancé so logical all of the time? He makes me feel so stupid sometimes.
“I hope you do because I don't want to have to go through this again with you after I’m finished spanking you” he tells me. Record scratch. Wait, what? I lean back and look into his green eyes.
“You're going to spank me again? But I thought it was over” I say. I don't think my poor behind can take anymore. It’s past the point of no return.
“No, I spanked you earlier for making everyone worry and not answering your phone. I'm now going to spank you with my belt to reinforce it and for how you acted while shopping. You know better than to act like that in public; especially throwing a shoe at your dad. You can't take your frustrations out on people. We’ve talked about that before; many times in fact” Eric says while standing me up and then doing the same. You mean he’s going to use Mr. Meanie Belt? I haven't felt that thing in FOREVER. Eric must mean business today. Ugh. he takes me hand and pulls me toward the side of the couch.
“You know how much I love you, right baby girl?” he asks me looking into my eyes. I see the love and care that he has for m through his gaze. I give him a small smile up at him and kiss his cheek.
“I know and I'm really sorry about today and all” I apologized again. Maybe he will go easy if he sees how sorry I am. Eric smiles back and kisses my forehead. He helps me over the rounded part of the end of the couch and since my pants are already off he can get right to it. Lets just get this over with so I can get my after care that I so rightly deserve. I feel the cool leather of the belt before Eric raise it and brings it down on the middle of my bottom.
SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK
Dang, Mr. Meanie Belt is not playing today. Well, he never does but you get what I mean. I start to cry right away since my butt is already sore from before
SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK
Eric is swiftly giving me well-placed lashes at a fast rhythm. I guess he wants to get this over with too.
SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK
“I’m sorry ah oww Eric please ah” I sob to him hoping he’d stop but it falls on deaf ears. What else is new?
SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK
Eric spanks my sit spots with five lashes with the belt before letting it fall to the ground. My body is limp over the couch and I don't even notice that the spanking has stopped.
“Come here, baby girl. It’s over” Eric tells me as he lifts me up and pulls me into a tight embrace over his lap. He moves my hips to the side so that I’m not directly sitting on my sore cheeks.
“Shhh its okay shhh let it out angel shhhh I’ve got you shhhh you did really good baby. I’m proud of you shhhh” Eric whispers while rocking me back and forth in his strong arms. I calm down after a while since I was letting out all of my emotions. It was like a dam that just broke. All I know is that I feel so refreshed. Who would have thought that a spanking could be so… calming? Maybe I need to get spanked more often. Hahaha, I’m just kidding. As if I would think that.
“Are you okay, Angel?” he asks, wiping my wet face. I nod my head against him.
“I’m forgiven?” I ask him, already knowing the answer.
“All forgiven. As always?” He asks me back, kissing my nose.
“As always” I say back with a content smile.
“I’m sorry I had to spank you so hard, baby girl. But you earned and needed it” Eric says, tightening his hold of me. Happy sigh. I might have deserved it but I definitely didn't like it. I probably won't be able to sit for days now.
“Now are you ready to spend the weekend with me? Not worrying about anything. Just you and me?” He asks me. More than ready. I’m Eric deprived.
“Yes! Can we order pizza?” I ask looking up at him with puppy dog eyes. He’s so going to say yes. He may be immune to these eyes for a spanking but he isn't strong when it comes to other things. Heehee. My secret weapon at times. Plus, I’m seriously craving cinnamon sticks.
“Yes, my sweet little angel. We can order pizza and let's get cinna sticks too” Eric agrees. Whoa, it's like he just read my mind.
“Eric, you literally read my mind. See, couples empathy does exist” I say with an I-told-you-so look.
“sure , it does baby. Now go get changed into something comfy and I’ll order the pizza” he says with an amused smile and stands me up. Fine. Don’t believe what is right in front of your face Eric.
“You know you love me” I say while sticking my tongue out at him. I hurry to his room but not before Eric sends me off with a light smack to my butt. I guess today didn't end so badly after all.
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This is it, Cori. It's now or never. I gotta find a dress today or I’m just going to walk down the aisle naked for all I care. Although I don't think our guests would appreciate that. I think my dad would have a stroke. Heehee. I don't even want to think about what Eric would do. I’m currently at a new bridal shop hoping to pick a wedding dress out. It’s different than the one I want to with my parents. Yeah, I don't think I can show my face there ever again. I wouldn't be surprised if I was banned. It wouldn't be the first time.
“I’m going to pick a few for you to try. Why don't you pick some that you would like to try on as well” Brenda, the consultant who was helping me, says. I smile and agree to what she said. I continue to shift through some racks. I’m shopping by myself today. Not even Lily is here to help me. I felt like I needed to do this without any distractions or opinions. A few of the dresses have caught my eye, but one instantly gets my attention. I pull it out and I instantly want to try it on. I have to see what it looks like on before I can decide if I like it or not. Sometimes clothes don't look good on which is a total let down.
“I really, really want to try this one on” I tell Brenda. She smiles and leads me to a changing room. When I put the dress on, I’m officially in LOVE. the dress is a mermaid style with a mesh lace material. Its is off the shoulder with lace long sleeves and the train is beautiful due to the pattern of the material of the dress. Honestly it's perfect. Just perfect!! I look like a freaking goddess or someone that people have to bow down to. I look that good, but I still need a second opinion. I ask Brenda to hand me my phone so I can call Lily.
“Lily, you need to get down here. I found my dress!” I tell her excitedly after she answers. I have a feeling she's’ going to be a bit mad that I went shopping without her. She’ll get over it once she sees me.
“What! So that’s where you went and you didn't take me?” Lily says loudly. Told you so.
“I know but I’ll explain why later. You're still the first to see it and I need your opinion on it. So hurry, I’m wearing it right now and I love it” I say, still looking at myself. I hear Lily fall to the ground and say ow. She probably fell off her bed in a hurry. And she says I’m the klutz. Yeah right!
“Okay, I’m coming as fast as I can” Lily says. I tell her the address and tell her to hurry up. Not that I’m complaining. I could wear this dress forever

Well, I bought the dress. Lily absolutely loved it and kept taking picture at all angles. Best friends are the best photographers. The weight has been lifted and I don't feel so stressed about finding a dress now. I still have someone special to share the new with.  
“Eric, guess what? Guess what? Guess what?” I say happily, over the phone. I hear him laugh slightly.
“What? What? What?” He asks me back.
“I FINALLY found my dress” I tell him grinning hard.
“Finally baby” He says with another laugh.
“I know. I feel like I can breath again and I love my dress Eric. I think you’ll really like it” I say. I can't wait for him to seem in it. He better think I'm the prettiest person he has laid his eyes on because if not he needs to get his eyes checked.
“You know I will. I know you're going to be the most beautiful bride ever, angel” Eric tells me. Well, duh!
“Well I just wanted to tell you the news. I got to call my mom and send her a picture of my dress. I think she will want to see it. So, I’ll let you go” I say ending our conversation. Since my mom wasn't there to buy one with me, she should be one of the first people to see it. I’ll probably take her to my final fitting to see it in person before the wedding too. See, I really do have a heart.
“Alright, sounds good baby. I love you” he says.

“Love you too. Oh and before I forget. What would happen if I hadn't had found a dress and decided to walk down the aisle naked?” I ask him, half serious and half joking. Let's just say, Eric wasn't amused with my question. He has no sense of humor sometimes, I swear!

Tuesday, April 25, 2017

IDEAS

I have gotten a lot of different ideas for my characters over the years and I am always seeing new ones. There's so much that I have kind of lost track of what people want me to write about. So comment on this post if you have an idea for me or whenever something comes to your mind and I'll see it. Thanks for reading my stories and I always appreciate all of the love!!

Monday, April 24, 2017

Bad Luck

“Eric, what time are we leaving for tonight?” I shout from our closet. I’m trying to decide what outfit I want to wear to the game tonight. It’s a get together with some of Eric’s work buddies. I don't think it will be too bad since the girls of the group are pretty cool. It’s a rival match between two big teams, apparently. I’m not a huge sports fan since it's hard to keep up with every sport out there. There’s fouls, first downs, touchdowns, goals, penalties, and a whole bunch of other lingo that I get confused with. It's too much for my brain to handle. I’m hoping for the best. Wondering where all this positive energy is coming from? Well, Lily gave me a book about how to channel negative energy and have a new outlook on life or whatever. Sheesh, point taken. However, I don't think it's going very well at all. But who’s surprised? Its me we’re talking about.  
“Probably around six thirty. Do you think that's going to be enough to get to downtown if the game starts at eight?” Eric asks me back. Sounds like plenty of time to me. Although, I can get to pretty much anywhere on time with the way that I drive. I like to go FAST and I haven't even gotten a speeding ticket in forever. So, I’m not that bad of a drive if I do say so myself. Oh shit! I probably jinxed myself. Where's a piece of wood to know on? Anything to save my butt from possible soreness.
“Yeah, that should be fine” I answer while picking out a black v-neck shirt that I am considering wearing with jeans. The fashionista inside of me can't decide what to wear. Ugh. The team's colors are black, blue, and yellow. Don't even get me started on the color scheme. It can't be saved. I also have to wear something green too. It’s St. Patrick’s Day. So I don't have much to work with in the looks department. Speaking of green, I wonder if Eric is wearing any at the moment. I’m sooo going to pinch him if he isn't. Ha! I hurry out of the closet and head towards the living room where Eric is laying on the couch watching TV. I notice that he isn't wearing any green clothing so all bets are off. It's tradition to pinch whoever doesn't have any green on or else tiny leprechauns won't give you any luck. And not just luck for a day. No, they won't give you luck for TEN years. So you better believe that my cute little self will be pinching everyone that I know who doesn't have green on. After all, I’m just following the rules...for once. Heehee. Not to mention, I need all the luck I can get considering how unlucky I usually am. My butt needs it desperately.
“I totally got you, Eric!” I tell him as I pounce on top of him over the couch and give him a pinch.
“What? Why’d you pinch me?” Eric asks me in confusion. Saving him from ten years of bad luck is what I am doing. Your welcome, Eric.
“You’re not wearing any green and you know what today is” I say looking at his white t-shirt and black sweatpants.
“Yes, I am. I’m wearing green boxers. One’s that I think YOU bought me, not that I think about it” he tells me. I lift the band of his pants to see for myself. Dang, he actually is wearing green. And I did buy him those boxers. I totally didn't expect this but what else is new with me?
“You weren't wearing these this morning” I tell him. He was wearing black ones because I saw it with my own two eyes. I’m not THAT crazy. Even though I might seem like it at times.
“I know. I went to the gym, remember? I came back, took a shower, and changed into these” Eric tells me grinning. Well played, Eric.
“Fine. I’ll take my pinch back since you're technically wearing green. I was just trying to save you from bad luck, that’s all” I admit to him while rolling my eyes.
“Uh-huh. Shouldn't I be saving you from bad luck since you're not wearing any green?” he asks me. Now it's my turn to be confused.
“No, I’m like you and am wearing green that you can't see: green bra and panties” I tell him as I move my shirt to the side to reveal my sports bra. Hmmm… I wonder why I didn't stop to think that he might be wearing green underwear like me? Cori, how often do I stop and think about my actions? Never!
“Baby, those aren’t green. They’re blue” Eric says as he pull the side of my shorts up to check their color as well. Eric, are you color blind? They are totally green. Just a different shade of green.
“Yes, they are! They’re more of a greenish blue, if you want to be picky about it. But they ARE green” I say, defending myself. I don't want to get pinched.
“No they are not. They’re a dark blue; not green. Look at it in the light” Eric tells me, pointing to the window. I lean over him to get a closer look at my bra strap in the light of the sun from the window. What the…? They really aren't green. How is this even possible? I have my colors down to a T. I know the difference between red, rose, merlot, and blush without even trying. Yet I somehow don't know when something is blue instead of green? What’s wrong with me? I’m off my fashion game. I must be having shopping withdrawals. I haven't been on a big shopping spree in FOREVER! I need to go with Lily ASAP.
“Eric, they really aren’t green. How did I not notice that when I put them on this morning? How can this be happening to me?” I ask in shock as I keep looking down at my bra.
“You probably didn't look that closely at them after waking up. It’s honestly not the end of the world, angel” he says rolling his eyes a bit at my antics with a smile. Okay, so I was still half asleep when I was putting on my clothes. I hadn't had my coffee yet and everyone knows I’m not a morning person. Even when I sleep in on the weekends, I can still be a bit of a grouch. And don't get me started on what I look like when I wake up. I’m not surprised my mirror doesn't crack and break. Yikes!
“So don't you deserve to be pinched since you're not wearing any green?” Eric asks me with a sly grin. Yeah, so I see where this is going. Talk about a total change of events.
“No, because… it's-it's the thought that counts” I say trying to come up with some sort of excuse. I don't like the look on Eric’s face. Abort thyself out of here, Cori.
“Nah, I don't think so” He tells me. That's my cue to go. I quickly jump off of him and try to make run for it to our room. If I get something green on, he can't pinch me. However, I don't make it very far before Eric grabs my waist and pick me up. I squeal as Eric sits back down on the couch and puts my body over his lap. Wait, is he gonna pinch my butt or something?
Smack smack smack smack smack
“Eric! You're supposed to pinch me, not spank me” I tell as I put my hand back to cover my but from further swats. He pause to move my hand away.
“You're right, but I figured you might need a little extra luck” he says trying not to laugh and patting my bottom before raising his hand to continue. I roll eyes and can just imagine his grin right now.
Smack smack smack smack smack
Eric goes into a steady rhythm of covering my whole butt with moderate smacks. They’re not super hard, but they’re not soft either.
Smack smack smack smack smack
“Okay, I get it. I think I have enough luck now” I say hoping he’d stopped the spanking. It’s actually starting to sting and I can feel the warmth spread throughout both of my cheeks; At least my shorts are still up.
Smack I smack don’t smack think smack you smack could smack ever smack not smack need smack luck smack baby. And smack don’t smack you smack know smack it’s smack wrong smack to smack pinch smack people SMACK?” Eric asks me while delivering well-placed spanks with the last one harder than the rest. Point taken.
“Ow! I thought you weren't wearing any green. I was just saving you from bad luck” I plead my case. It's better to be safe than sorry, I’ve come to learn from past experiences.
Smack smack smack smack smack
“Well, thank you angel. It’s good to know we have each others backs” he says with a snicker.
“Shut up. You're not being funny right now” I say trying to act mad but not succeeding when a few giggles escape. Eric gives my butt a dozen more lighter smacks before stopping completely. My cheeks are a little sore and tender but NOTHING like after I have really gotten it. He helps me up and sits me down on his lap before wrapping his around me. I snuggle happily into Eric’s tight embrace. You know I’m sensitive after spankings. Even though this one wasn’t hard, I still deserve some cuddle. Hmph.
“Now, don't you feel lucky?” Eric asks me after kissing my forehead.
“Yeah. I’m oh so lucky” I answer sarcastically. Eric chuckles as he continues to hold me. With all that I had to endure, I better be the luckiest person for the next ten years. Well, I can dream can't I?



Sunday, April 23, 2017

Love Hurts

I think my vision is currently impaired at the moment. I swear the only things that I see are hearts, flowers, and little cupid babies flying all around me. Can you guess what time of year it is? That’s right. Valentine’s day! I have about a week left until the actual holiday and there is still so much left that I have to do. I always do something special for Eric that involves me getting creative. What can I say? I don't just come up with plans to save my ass from trouble, you know. Although I am having some difficulty this year. The stakes are super high. I want everything to be perfect since it will be our first valentine's day as a married couple. But I just can't come up with ANYTHING. Ugh.
“What do you think I should do Lily?’ I ask her over the phone, as I am look at the chocolate display in the store that I am in. Hmm, what if I make some kinds of homemade fudge or something like that? Nah, something always goes wrong when I try to bake something. The end results are usually a sore butt.
“I don't know. You're always so good with coming up with ideas for presents; which is kind of ironic since your “plans” aren't the best” Lily says snickering. I roll my eyes. Hey even though my attempt at something falls flat at times, I have been more successful lately.
“Hey! You and I haven't gotten in trouble in awhile. So don’t hate. Although, we did kind of cut it close a few weeks ago when I helped you cover up that big scratch on Felipe’s car” I defended myself. I still can’t believe we got away with that one. Lets just say, self-help instructional videos save live and butts.
“Alright, even I’ll admit that one was pretty good. But one has to wonder… are you coming up with better plans, getting better at hiding our shenanigans, OR do the spankings actually make us stop and think before our actions?” she ponders. The answer to that is rather easy, Lily.
“It's obviously because my plans are getting much better. Duh! But I still have a problem that I can't solve. What to get Eric” I sigh into the phone.
“You’ll figure it out like you always do. Are you still planning to help me make Felipe’s gift this weekend?” she asks me. Lily is planning on making him a mini collage scrapbook and wants to use some of my art supplies that I have left over from making my wedding scrapbook. Love the idea of doing a relationship collage for Eric, but I already made on a few years ago.
“Yeah, Eric is working over the night, so you can spend the night if you want” I offer to her as I head to the grocery area to pick something up for dinner.
“Cool deal. I’ll come over right after work. See you then, best friend! And stop worrying about it” Lily tells me. Yeah, easier said than done.

Saturday Afternoon:
“Honestly, I can't WAIT until I finish my masters and I can get a better job that I actually like doing” Lily complains to me as we walk into the mail area of me and Eric’s condo. She just got off work and started complaining about this and that. So I decided to take her and buy her favorite iced coffee drink to calm her down. Also because I was seriously craving one myself, but I’m not going to mention that little detail out loud. It's the thought that counts. Heehee.
“You gotta love office politics,” I say as I put the key into the mailbox to check for mail. Coupons, store magazines, and a few bank statements are found inside and a notice that there is a package at the front desk. Did I forget that I ordered something online? Nah, I could never forget a shopping purchase. I practically pounce at the first sight of the delivery person. Eric must have ordered something and forgot to mention it. Lily continues to vent as I make my way to the front to pickup the package.
“Here, hold my drink” I say as I hold my chocolate concoction to her as the front desk clerk, Sheila, hands me a beat up box. How in the world did it end up like this? Thankfully, I didn't order this because you know I would probably throw a fit.
“Man, the postal service haven't been taking care of boxes lately. I had a package look like that a couple weeks ago” Lily comments. Yeah, no kidding.
“I swear, it was delivered like this. Most of the boxes are bent and damaged like this too. I think it's because of an increase in demand since it's around Valentine’s Day” Sheila says. Glad I didn't order anything this year. I thank her and Lily and I head to my place.
“It's addressed to Eric. I wonder what's inside” I wonder. My imagination is running wild. It could be anything. If only I could take a peek inside…
“Maybe it's your valentine's gift” Lily says jokingly while nudging my side. My mind grows wilder. Jewelry, perfume, candy, clothes? Ugh, why can't I have x-ray vision? That would be my second most wanted super power. Right after looking into the future; for obvious reasons.
“Maybe it is! I wish I could look inside” I drift off as we get off the elevator and walk towards my front door.
“Don't even think about it, Cori. I see that look in your eyes” Lily warns me.
“What look?” I ask innocently as I unlock the door and head inside. I dump the box onto the kitchen counter.
“You know what look. That mischievous look. The look that gets you and I into trouble” she says with a pointed stare. I roll my eyes. Her and Eric seem to get nervous whenever they see this “look” on me.
“Please, Lils. I’m honestly not thinking off any scheming. I’m just curious about what's in this box, that’s all” I say with a shrug while picking up the package again. My curiosity is dying right now. Now it's Lily’s turn to roll her eyes.
“Aren't you a little curious about what's in here?” I ask shaking the box. Something hard thrashes around inside it. What did Eric get?
“I mean yeah, but you can't just open something that isn't yours” she tells me. But what if…?
“There’s that look again. What are you thinking now!” Lily asks me warily. Okay, now I actually am scheming.
“What if I open just the side of the box to take a small peek and take it back up. The box is completely busted already. I could make it look likes that's how it came. Just a small peek, that’s all” I say as I grab the box. The cat inside of me is too curious!
“Well since I can’t convince you not to. Just go right ahead” Lily says exasperatedly. She’s right. There was no stopping me since I had already opening up the box. However, the object inside was covered in wrapping. I wonder what it is- oh HELL NO!
“What the hell is this?” I say loudly in shock.
“What is it? What  is it?” Lily asks rushing back into the kitchen. She had went into the living room to set up her things to work on the collage.
“Look at this. Look!” I say while taking the wrapping off and shoving the hard object into her face.
“Is… is that a paddle” Lily asks once she sees what's in my hand. Yeah, a heart shaped cherry red wooden paddle a little larger than a hairbrush. She starts dying with laughter.
“I can't even right now. Why did Eric buy this?” I stammer. Is this my Valentines Day gift? Why would I need a paddle? Okay, so don't answer that. I think I can answer that question quite easily. Although, the question still stands on the need for a new paddle when Mr. Meanie Belt or Ms. Unfriendly Brush are already present; A little too present actually. Well, according to my cheeks whenever they are sore anyway.
“You are seriously asking why?” Lily says catching her breath after her little laugh fest.
“Okay I can get why but why did he get a heart shaped one?” I ask as I look at the paddle.
“I don’t know. Maybe Eric felt like you needed something else to get through you stubbornness. or... “ she trails off and looks at me with a grin on her face. now , I’m the one not liking the look on her face.
“Or what?” I ask impatiently.
“Or it's going to be used in the bedroom” Lily says nudging me teasingly. This girl is seriously not implying what I think she is.
“Like a sex toy?” I ask Lily. She nods her head. I roll my eyes but I can't help but think that she has a point.
“Oh, please Lily” I say, rolling my eyes again and look at the paddle in a new light. I mean, it could spice things up not gonna lie.
“No, seriously. Think about it. Its heart shaped, a reddish color and he bought it in February. The month of LOVE! Plus it might change things up a bit; or so I’ve heard or read online” Lily tells me, quickly adding in the last part. So she’s heard, huh? Sure.
“Maybe. However, there is still a big but to remember to add to this and it's not mine” I remind her.
“But what if Eric actually bought it to spank me with for real though” I say. Come on, we all know that is a strong, strong possibility. Lily shrugs.
“Then that would suck terribly in the bedroom” She says with a slight laugh.
“You are so not being funny right now, Lils. This thing practically ruined my day” I say heading into the living room. There’s no way I can keep that bottom destructor device. I can't take the risk. This is what my curiosity got me.
“So what are you going to do now?” Lily asks, following me.
“Get rid of it” I tell her while flopping myself on my couch.
“Wait, you're just going to throw it away? Won’t Eric know it was delivered?” she asks me confused.
“He’ll know it was delivered but not to the right place. There are mix-ups all the time. Plus, I don't think Eric will try that hard to track it” I say. Unlike me who will go to every corner of earth until I go my hands on my package.
“What if he asks Sheila directly if it was delivered to here?” Lily points out. Damn, I didn't think about that. Hmmm.
“How much do you think I can pay her to keep quiet?” I ask seriously. After all, money talks a lot of the time, right?
“Yeah right! Sheila has been here awhile and she is too devoted to her job to risk it; like most people” she tells me with another good point. Ugh, why is she always so logical?
“Okay. So I can’t pay her, but I am still throwing that paddle away in the trash.” I say. I actually would prefer to burn it but there's not a fireplace anywhere near hear.
“You're just going to throw it into the dumpster outside?” Lily asks me. No way, I have to be like a ninja and pretend it was never on the premises; like I said, I can't take any changes.
“Too risky. I’m going to throw it in one of the dumpsters near my work. That way it will be long gone” I inform her of my plan. I get up and walk back into the kitchen to grab the stupid thing and box. How can something so little be so threatening? Oh because it can cause a lot of pain to my behind. I throw the box it came into the trashcan in the kitchen and head to me and Eric’s room to hid it until Monday.
“Um, why are you throwing it away in here?” Lily asks me as she settled down to start her collage.
“Because I’m not worried about the box. I’ll just take the trash out in the morning before Eric gets home. But the paddle needs extra precautions” I yell to her from my room. Better safe than sorry even if that doesn't always work out for me.

Sunday Afternoon:
I think Sundays are my favorite day of the week. I do nothing but be lazy and lay around. It relaxes me before I have to go back to the daily grind. Plus my Sundays are even better when I get to cuddle with Eric. He got back from the hospital late this morning and usually takes a nap afterwards. So I can do two of my favorite things all in one. Now I am currently still in bed with him as cartoons are on in the background. Who can get tired of cartoons?
“So did you help Lily finish her collage?” Eric ask me as he kisses the top of my head. Lily and I spent most of the evening and night working on her gift to Felipe. It came out perfectly. I really outdid myself and it looks better than what I did for Eric. we ordered pizza and stayed up into the early morning watching movies and hanging out. It was just like our old times together. However, Lily kept bringing up that stupid paddle and making jokes about it. Eye roll. “We did and it looked amazing. I think Felipe will love it” I tell Eric as I yawn. That nap was much needed and I could go for another one.
“He will. And do I even want to know what time you two fell asleep last night?” he asks me, raising his eyebrows. To be honest, I don't even know myself. Maybe between three and four in the morning and that's a big maybe.
“Late” I just say and give him multiple kisses on his neck to shut any further questioning up.
“Do you want to go to the gym with me later?” he asks me between my kisses. I really should work out but I’ve been slacking lately. It’s just so easy to make up excuses, which I am very good at making.
“Okay but can we go to the grocery store afterwards. I’m feeling like making spaghetti for dinner” I say as I look down into his green gaze. After all, I need a hearty meal to replenish myself. Even though it's loaded with carbs but still.
“Sure baby. Do you want me to get anything from the kitchen?” Eric asks me, giving me a kiss before getting up from the bed. I shake my head no. I guess cuddle time is over but at least I have the bed to myself now. Heehee. I stretch out and snuggle into the spot Eric was.
“There’s leftover pizza in the fridge if you want it” I call out so he can hear me from the kitchen.
“Okay. baby girl, did you check the mail yesterday?” Eric asks me. Remain calm, Cori. Don't act suspicious and you’ll be okay.
“Yeah, it's in a pile on the end of the counter” I answer. So far so good. As long as Eric doesn't ask about a package, I’m in the clear.
“Did you see a notice about a package delivered?” he asks next. So I’m not in the clear just yet. I’m not in code red either, so that’s good.
“No” I reply back. He wouldn’t be able to tell that I’m lying from a one-word answer. But then again it is Eric I’m talking too.
“Are you sure?” Eric asks. Am I imagining it or was there some suspicion in his voice?
“Yes, I didn't see a notice” I lie again as I close my eyes to take another mini nap before the gym. Eric doesn't ask any more questions so I guess I am in the clear. Yes! See, I knew I could get away with it.
“Then what’s this I found in the trash?” I hear Eric say from the bedroom doorway. My eyes shoot open as they zero onto the box in his hand. Oh my god! I forgot to take out the trash this morning. What a rookie mistake! Ugh.
“I guess it’s the package you were asking about” I say as I quickly toss the covers off and hurry out of bed. I probably was safer under the covers than facing Eric’s stern gaze right now. Why me?
“Why did you open it?” Eric asks me. Is he seriously asking me that? He knows how I can’t resist opening something.
“The box was practically opened already and I just got curious because I thought it might be a valentines gift. I know it was wrong, but why did you buy a freaking paddle in the shape of a heart?” I ask him accusingly. I got it out of its hiding place and thrust it into Eric’s hands. I fold my arms and wait to see what he has to say about this spanking implement. Eric looks at me a moment before bursting out laughing. What the?
“I wish I got to see the look on your face when you opened it” Eric says between laughs. Was this supposed to be a joke or something? Because I am not laughing at all. Hmph! I roll my eyes and sit down on the bed with a huff.
“Baby, I’m sorry. I don’t mean to laugh so much but let me explain” he says coming to sit next to me on the bed and pulling me closer to his side. I’m still in a pouty mood so I’m not as inviting. Cuddles aren’t going to warm me up with time.
“Listen, I did buy the paddle as part of your valentine's day gift. I wanted to see how you’d react. I thought it could be fun. You know…” he tells me suggestively. Damn it, Lily was right! Now that it's out there, I can definitely see how it could be fun. Phew. Thank goodness, it's not used to toast my ass for real. At least, I don't think so anyway.
“Okay, it's pretty hot. And just to let you know, my face was not amused. Like at all!” I tell him.
“I can imagine, but you know you still in trouble right?” he says giving my temple a kiss. I really hoped that he wasn't going to spank me since he doesn't seem made. I can wish, can’t I?
“I’m sorry. I really mean it” I say with pleading, puppy dog eyes.
“You may be sorry now, but you still went through something that didn't belong to you. And you lied to me; twice.” Eric reminds me as he takes my arm and pulls me gently over his lap. Whelp, those puppy dog eyes never work. Honestly, why do I even bother?
“I know” I say with a slight sigh as I face my upcoming fate. Eric pulls my pajamas shorts and panties down. So what? There’s not going to be any warm up? My bottom is already weeping. He rubs my butt before giving my right cheek a squeeze and lifting his hand before bringing it down hard on it.
SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK
“I’m really sorry, Eric. Oww!” I cry out as Eric starts a steady pace of hard smacks to my upturned bottom.
“SMACK what SMACK are SMACK you SMACK sorry SMACK for SMACK exactly?” he asks me. Everything! Sigh. I wish that would be an acceptable answer.
“Ow! I opened up mail that didn't belong to me. Ouch and I lied about it ahh” I tell him as tears start to form in my eyes. My butt is already burning and it just started.
SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK
Eric is focusing on my sit spots and upper thighs and it freaking HURTS.
“Ah owww please Eric!” I cry to Eric but he doesn’t let his spanks let up. He is covering my whole but thoroughly.
SMACK SMACK SMACK SMACK
“Haven’t we talked about you lying before?” Eric asks after pausing the spanking. Yes, we have talked about lying before; a few dozen times before actually. I guess my brain doesn't know when to stop which doesn't help my sore behind any here.
“Yeah, but we haven't talked about lying and opening mail” I tell him between sniffles. Do you like how I found that little loophole? It’s the truth after all.
‘Well, let's have that conversation now” Eric says rolling his eyes at my statement. I can feel him reach over to pick up something.
SMACK! SMACK! SMACK! SMACK!
Eric starts again with hard raining smack with the heart shaped paddle.
“Oww! Eric, I thought you said that thing was for fun?” I ask as I wiggle around to avoid any more pain from it. Boy, is this thing a stinger. Dare I say that it hurts more than Ms. Unfriendly brush or Mr. Meanie Belt. How that is possible, I’m not even sure.
“It can be used for that but it can also be sued when you need to learn your lesson. I just didn't add that part” he tells me as he tightens his hold around me waist. And to think I considered liking this thing. Ha!
SMACK! SMACK! SMACK! SMACK!
SMACK! SMACK! SMACK! SMACK!
By this time, tears are streaming down my face and I am crying hard into the comforter. Eric  gives one last spank to my sit spot before stopping. Finally! I feel Eric help me up off his lap. He sits me down and wraps his arms tightly around me. He rocks me back and forth to calm my crying down.
“Shhh. Baby girl, it's over. Shhhh. it’s okay. I’ve got and I love you so much baby. Shhhh” He  whispers to me as my crying slows down and eventually stops.
“I’m really sorry for opening up the package and ruining your surprise. Trust me, I was extremely surprised” I sniffle to him. He kisses my head.
“I know and I’ve forgiven you. I always do” Eric tells me with a smile and a laugh. Even though my ass is sizzling right now, I still love the cuddle time after a spanking. I’m totally in my happy place.
“So how’d you like the paddle?” Eric asks me. Um, that it hurts like hell. Don't let that heart fool you. It has no love what’s so ever.
“What do you think? Ask me again when my butt isn't screaming” I tell him as I look at the paddle beside us. Evil little thing, I tell you.
“Well, I am glad that I got your attention and I am sure that I can change your mind about it, eventually” he tells me while nibbling my ear and then giving me a kiss on my cheek. Doubt that, but you never know with me.

Valentine’s Eve:
“Eric, I think I am going to make a new collage since a lot has changed since the last one” I tell him as I sit down on the couch next to him with my laptop. We celebrated Valentine’s Day tonight since Eric will be at work tomorrow.
“Sounds good angel, but let's pick the pictures together” Eric agrees as he pulls me closer and I put the computer between us. I open the photo album entitled US and I start to scroll down the hundreds of photos of us throughout the years. Yeah, that's a lot of pictures since we've been together for almost eight years.
“You definitely need to put a picture of you in your wedding dress. You looked gorgeous in it” he tells me. Eric had told me that dozens of times and it still makes me blush.
“And one of you, my handsome man” I tell him back and give him a kiss. He looked so hot is his suit, no lie. A picture of us in bathing suits from last summer caught my eye.
“Remember right after we took this photo we went skinny dipping and almost got caught” I say with a grin. We were staying at Eric’s parents house and decided to go swimming in their pool late at night. I dared Eric to jump in naked and he said I had to do it too. We didn't think anyone would show up since it was after midnight but we heard someone come through the garden gate just in time to pull our bathing suits back on. Crisis was totally diverted.
“Yeah, we got really lucky; especially since it was Chris who found us. You know he would’ve told everybody if he saw us” Eric says laughing. Ain’t that the truth!
“Him and Mariah” I add. Those two have the biggest mouths, I swear. That must be why they are such a good match.
“We need to head back to visit Java Jay’s. We went there all the time” Eric says after looking at a picture of me holding a cappuccino.
“I know. It was like our unofficial date place” I say remembering all of the times we went there during college. The coffee was amazing.
“Yeah, it was the only place I could get you to attempt to study without much probing” Eric says. Who can say no to getting coffee? Not me! And it's easier to go there than getting my but roasted.
“You know one of my guilty pleasure is coffee. Yeah, we are so going back one day” I tell him. My mouth is already watering at the taste for one of their drinks. Mmmm.  
“I think you should add this one” he says pointing to a picture of me. Oh no! No, no, no, NO.
“No way! NOT this one” I say. It's a picture of me laying in bed under covers with my hair in a messy bun and no makeup on. I’m looking at my phone and didn't notice Eric take the photo until after. Lets just say it's not my best look.
“Why not? I think you look cute” he tells me. Of course, he thinks I’m cute. I still don't want the picture in our collage.
“You know why. I’m not presentable” I inform him.
“You're not presentable? Angel, you look presentable with or without makeup on or how you hair is fixed. I promise you, you’re always presentable. Always. So would you please put the picture into the collage? Please?” Eric asks me. Well, how can I say no after what he just said? Makes a girls heart skip a beat.
“Okay, I’ll add it in just for you, baby” he says pulling me towards him for a passionate kiss that didn't stop. When we finally broke away for air, I was straddling his waist.
“I love you, Cori” he tells me with his forehead against mine.
“And I love you, Eric” I say back with the biggest smile on my face ask Eric stands up with me still in his arms and heads to our bedroom. Well, you can figure what happens next. Heehee.


P.S. Sula helped me come up with this story. Thanks for the idea girlie!