Sunday, September 2, 2012

Hanging Out At The Den Part 2

Let's check in on the happenings at The Den.  When we were last here, Kara was doing a tribute to Phyliss Hyman.  Since that time, she and Chris have finished their first set, and have moved on to the second set after a 15 minute break.  In their second set she did a tribute to Anita Baker.  The words of this song are perfect for the occasion.  

Anita Baker - You Bring Me Joy

Kara has made her way off the stage and has gotten closer to the audience as she is singing.

Darius and Nikki have made their way to the floor.  David and Leslie danced most of the first set and have continued dancing in the second set. 

"So how long do you want to stay?"  (Bruce)
"At least until the second set is over."  (Shantavia)
Bruce is anxious to be alone with Shantavia.



"Isn't that your friend, Halle?"  (Terrance)
"It certainly is.  I should go say hi, but they are looking awfully cozy.  I'll wait a little bit."  (Racquel)

Halle and Diego are cozy as they are enjoying Kara's singing.

"When I lose my way, your love comes shining on me...."  (Kara, singing the lyrics to the song)

Harrison has been busy making sure everything at the club is running smoothly.  He finally returns to Tina.
"Come with me."  (Harrison)
"Where are we going?" (Tina)
"To my office.  I have something for you."  (Harrison)



"So what about Disney World?"  (Danielle)
"That's not quite what I had in mind for our honeymoon."  (Rod)
"I know, but think about it.  We could take the kids and spend a couple of days with them at the park, and then they could spend the rest of the time at my mom's house."  (Danielle)

"Why am I not surprised that you have incorporated the kids into our honeymoon plans?"  (Rod)
"I know you wanted it to be just the two of us, but will you at least think about it?"  (Danielle)

"You know I love you, right?"  (Darius)
"Yes, I know, but it's nice to hear it."  (Nikki)
Off in the distance, Halle catches a glimpse of them dancing together.  She had noticed them earlier sitting in VIP, when she saw her friend, Racquel.

Diego can sense that she is a little preoccupied.
"Honey, is everything okay?"  (Diego)
Looking at Diego and hearing the concern in his voice, her heart skips a beat.  For the first time she realizes somewhere along the way, she has fallen in love with him.  Yes, she still feels something when she looks at Darius.  She just knows that it is not love.  

"It's more than okay."  (Halle)

Kara has finished the second set.
"I want to thank you all for coming out tonight.  We hope you will come see us again.  We are here every third Friday of the month.  But the night is not over.  Please stay and enjoy the smooth tunes from DJ Rohan.  Goodnight."  (Kara)


"Why didn't you lovebirds make it out to the dance floor?"  (Leslie)

"Well, I see you two still know how to light up the dance floor." (Terrance)

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"Great job, honey."  (Chris)
"Thanks. Right back at you.  I'm going to go to the bathroom.  Check to see what your sisters are doing.  It would be nice to have a drink with them before we leave."  (Kara)

"I just love hearing them perform together.  I hope I can get them to play at my wedding."  (Payton)
"What wedding?  I didn't know you were engaged."  (Marisa)

"Oh, I'm not, but I would like to think one day I will get married."  (Payton)

"Does that mean you are finally seeing someone?"  (Marisa)
"Not exactly.  But you know me, it doesn't take long for me to find someone."  (Payton)
"And even less time for you to lose him."  (Marisa)
"Haha.  I've changed since you last saw me."  (Payton)

Racquel decides to go say hi to Halle before she and Terrance call it a night.
"Ahem."  (Racquel)

"Racquel!  Hey girl."  (Halle)
"Hello you two."  (Racquel)

Halle stands and gives her friend a big hug.  With their busy schedules, it's been awhile since they have seen each other.

"And how are you Diego?"  (Racquel)
"I'm doing great.  Nice to see you again."  (Diego)
"Halle, we really have to get together soon.  It's been way too long."  (Racquel)

"I agree.  I'll call you tomorrow.  Tell Terrance I said hello and he could have walked over to say hi."  (Halle)
"Him and Darius have started talking business, which was the perfect time for me to leave.  Why don't you two come over and sit with us." (Racquel)
"No thank you.  We are getting ready to head out."  (Halle)
They hug once more to say goodbye.  Racquel heads back to her seat.  Halle and Diego kanoodle a little more before heading out.

Epilogue 
Well, well, well.  I guess Halle has moved on.  Thank goodness!  Oh, she told me to tell you, that she is human and may be tempted occasionally by a handsome man, but she is committed to Diego.



43 comments:

  1. So sweet of Danielle thinking of sharing their honeymoon with the kids... Love Halle's dress, she looks very stylish. And Darius looks sooooooo handsome, when he is in the pic, I can't take my eyes from him!!!

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    1. Rossetti - Danielle had been thinking of that for awhile. She figured it was time to make her move. You guys are so funny when it comes to Darius. I admit, I have my Darius moments, too.

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  2. Oooh I wonder what Harrision has for Tina in his office! I'm so glad to see Halle sticking with Diego. They really make a great couple.

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    1. Verona - I wonder what he has, too. They are so cute together. I love seeing older couples together.

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  3. I loved seeing all the couples dancing together. It's wonderful that Halle's finally moved on. I adore Danielle's idea of going to Disney World, but that's probably just because I'm obsessed with the place. :)

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    1. Alura - Isn't Disney World the best? I've only been once, but I remember it well.

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  4. Amazing story Vanessa! I know I told you before, but it seems to see a tv show! They often make scenes in a club like in your story! That's super cool! I love all the development with all the cuples, Kara has a wonderful dress and I am absolutely fond of Darius clothes! It's the style I'd wear if I could. Thank you for sharing with us You Bring Me Joy, I didn't know it

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    1. Sergio - Thanks! Kara's dress is a Fashion Fever dress. It has a cute blue jacket that goes with it. I can picture you in Darius' ensemble. That Anita Baker song is on her album entitled Rapture. The whole album is wonderful.

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  5. Love it! I just noticed Leslie- She looks great! And Halle is human- an incredibly good looking human!

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    1. Isabel - How did you miss Leslie? She does look a little different.

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  6. So happy to see that Halle has moved on! She and Diego go so well together. :-)

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    1. Onyyx - I wasn't sure that Halle had moved on. Her love revelation actually surprised me.

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  7. The Den is the place to be! Love all the story lines and you know I love me some Darius. Seeing him makes my day. I love how you make the scene come together. Hmmm, I wonder is that where The Dotson are going to end up since the jumped on the bike and hit the open road!

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    1. Brini - Thanks! I wonder if the Dotsons are headed this way. Wouldn't it be nice if they did come. They could hang out with Harrison and Tina. You see I am trying to get Darius in more scenes. I can't have that fine brother just sitting around not getting camera time.

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  8. Hello from Spain: Anita Baker's song is very appropriate for this scene. Danielle has a great idea with the trip to Disney World. So all like a big family can enjoy the ride. The conversation between Marisa and Payton is very real. The girls imagine their wedding as if they have no boyfriend ... Darius I adore ... Keep in touch

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    1. Marta - I don't know how I am going to pull off a Disney World trip. I really wish my dolls would choose easier things to do. I adore Marisa and Payton and look forward to getting them in more stories.

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  9. Great music. Danielle reminds me of myself it take a few arm twist here and their, but my husband soon learned that I was happier when we took the children with us.

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    1. Mustiwait - Danielle was fine being away from them for a day or two. But a whole week? She was not feeling it.

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  10. You're great, on your photos dolls look like alive! :)

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    1. La chatte - Thanks and thanks for visiting my blog. I love your photos, too.

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  11. I love the den!!! The whole scene is so great!!! I do totally understand Halle. Sometimes there are those certain people that even after you have moved on still get you once in a while. Yup she is human. I love everyone's clothes and Kara sings it like no other!!! As for Danielle and Rod, I think a trip to Disney World would be great! It's beautiful and like she said they can leave the children with her mom when they want some alone time. But are they just talking about her children? I would LOVE to see Rod pitch the idea of taking Nichole to Disney World to Melony LOL!!! She will hit the roof!!

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    1. April W. - Thanks. Most of us do have those people that still get to us once in awhile. Danielle is definitely including Nicole on the trip. So far Melanie has never stopped Rod from doing things with his daughter during his court ordered week. That is something they agreed to from the very start. Now if he is trying to get her on some other week, there might be some issues. If she has changed her tune and tries to all of a sudden try to control what happens during his week, there could be some real problems. We may see a side of Rod we have yet to see.

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    2. True she does let him do stuff with Nicole but it's always been local stuff. Now taking her on a plane or road trip all the way to FL with his "new" family. I was thinking maybe Melanie would read something more into it. Poor woman, she drove her husband away and now she acts like he left her for Danielle or something.

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    3. April W - You are right, Melanie may show out because of the new family. But she nor Rod have ever had restrictions on taking Nicole out of town. During the year after the divorce, Rod and Nicole traveled out of town on a couple of occasions. We just didn't know them then. LOL! It will be interesting to see how Melanie reacts. I wonder if she's made that appointment to see Tina.

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  12. These stories should turn into a series! I just love them. I'm glad Halle has moved on, Darius & Nikki are a great couple.

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    1. A-Lise - I would love a series. Halle just didn't get that feeling she used to get when she would see Darius. Yay! Diego is a good catch, so she is in good hands.

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  13. Great scene as usual. And I hope there will wedding soon, my dolls missed the last one lol. You inspired me to start blogging btw ...thank you !! No stories up yet. Just a few bio's. But I'd be honored if you stopped by :)

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    1. Toni - Thanks. I don't think there will be any more weddings in Morristown. That one took a lot out of me. Congrats on the new blog. I like your profiles.

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  14. A link would probably help, lol. http://11inchcitizens.blogspot.com/?m=1

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  15. I had several emotions: Humph. Whatever. Okay. Awww. oooookay.

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    1. Kenya - LOL! She really is okay. It took her a while, but she's in love. She really could use your support.

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  16. great story the couples had the best day.exactly there was no kids making problems.cool!!!

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    1. jassica joe - It's definitely nice to get away from the kids on occasion.

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  17. I totally get where Halle is right now. She may always have a little flutter when she sees Darius, I mean...he is fine! But, I'm glad to see her starting to settle in with the good thing she has with Diego.

    Nikki and Darius are too cute together, love that couple.

    The Den looks amazing! I remember you said you were going to use that painting you found, as a mural and it looks perfect. :)

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    1. Tracy - You are right. The flutter will be there, but in her heart she has moved to the next level with Diego. I really like them together. I'm glad she is finally on MY page. Awww, you remember my $2 thrift store mural. I love when what I envision actually works.

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  18. (I actually read this yesterday, but was on my Kindle and my comments are hit or miss with that device. Thus, the late comment.)

    Part 2 of The Den was very entertaining. I enjoyed seeing the couples and family members interact again.

    Darius and Nikki's dance was a nice touch, especially when Nikki buries her head in Darius' chest. She's such a lucky woman!

    The conversation between Danielle and Rod was cute. I'm sure Rod will relent and the honeymoon will take place in Florida -- how convenient that Danielle's mom lives there.

    Like Halle, most of us will have heart palpitations or stomach butterflies when we see or think about certain someones of our past, but I'm glad she has the ability not to act on those feelings and has found a new love in Diego.

    Why Harrison wanted Tina to come to his office with him has left me wondering.

    Great story, great music.

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    1. DBG - I have been thinking of a DisneyWorld trip ever since I got the airplane. I searched my blog yesterday to see exactly where in Florida I had Danielle's mom living. I was ecstatic to see Orlando. Yes! The stars have aligned yet again.

      I wasn't at all sure how Halle would react to seeing Darius. Even in doll world there are emotions that we can't control. Only a doll person can understand that. Anyone else would think I had lost my mind. I was literally jumping up and down when she didn't have those heart dropping feelings.

      I don't know what Harrison has planned. I do know it's not an engagement ring like someone suggested on Flickr. I really think he just wanted to get her alone in his office.

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  19. Nice to see the Morristown residents at ease.

    Love seeing Halle realize she's in love with Diego. No offense to Darius, but if he's over her, better for her to have someone who appreciates her. Yay!

    The mural looks great ... makes the Den stand apart from other places.

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    1. D7ana - I agree. I like when they get time to relax. I'm so happy for Halle. Now she can really enjoy being in a relationship.

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  20. Enjoyed the story. I think you're going to have to do that trip to Disney World. I remember how you had the families meet at the mall to visit Santa. I was impressed with how you used photographs as backdrops so it looked like they were standing in front of actual shops. That technique would work for Disney World scenes as well.

    Keep it coming!

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    1. limbe dolls - Thanks. I've already been gathering things for the Disney World trip, so it's coming. I was flying by the seat of my pants back then. I'm looking forward to seeing what I come up with to pull this off.

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  21. Perhaps Halle is the type that just appreciates the cut of a handsome man. As long as she keeps looking but not touching she'll be alright with me.

    This was a bustling but smoooooth dio and story. I predict that much smooching will be had by all the couples later tonight.

    I think Danielle is right to include the kids for this first trip, assuming that Rod's daughter is allowed to go. They can do another camping trip alone afterward.

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    1. Muff - "the cut of a handsome man". Where do you get this stuff? I think you are right about the smooching. You know Anita Baker will do that to you.

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