Dinner at the Jackson Home

Remember the Jackson family?  We haven't seen them as a family since the New Year's Eve Party.  Just to refresh your memory there's Sam (dad), Jacquelyn (mom), Chandra, Tanisha, and Robin.  Just in case you are keeping track, there is another Jacquelyn in town.  We haven't seen her in quite some time. 

The Jackson kitchen

"All I have left to do is this salad."  (Mom talking out loud)

Tanisha is the first to arrive.

"Hi mommy.  Do you need any help?"  (Tanisha)

"Hi Nish.  Dinner is pretty much done.  I'm just finishing the salad.  I hear more voices out there."  (Mom)

"Oh, Robin and them are here, too."  (Tanisha)

Robin and Ron enter the kitchen.

"Hi mom."  (Robin)

"Hello Jackie"  (Ron)

"Hey guys.  Where's Courtney?"  (Mom)

"You know where she is.  With her grandpa."  (Robin)

"Tanisha, can you please set the table?  Don't forget to set an extra plate for your auntie."  (Mom)

"Will do."  (Tanisha)

"Well it's about time you come see your Nana."  (Mom)

Jacquelyn gives Courtney a hug and a kiss.

"No, I can't hold you.  I'm still preparing dinner.  As a matter of fact, why is grandpa carrying you around anyway.  You are a big girl, now."  (Mom)

"Tell her, that's what granddads are for.  To spoil me rotten."  (Dad)

Mom returns to her salad, shaking her head.  Dad takes a seat and Tanisha takes her turn to give Courtney a hard time.

"Why are you with my dad, all the time?  He's my dad.  You have your own dad.  I want my dad back."  (Tanisha)

"Leave her alone, Nisha, before she starts crying."  (Dad)

*DING DONG*

"I wonder who that is?"  (Mom)

"I'll get it."  (Robin)

Shortly thereafter, Chandra enters the kitchen.

"Hi mom."  (Chandra)

"SO?  Did you get it?"  (Mom)

"I GOT IT! (Chandra)

Mom hugs Chandra and lets out a little scream, loud enough that Tanisha comes running into the kitchen.

"What happened!"  (Tanisha)

"Your sister got the part."  (Mom)

"Oh, I know.  She already told me, but she made me promise not to tell you."  (Tanisha)

"Now all of a sudden you are good at keeping secrets."  (Mom)

"What happened Grandpa?"  (Courtney)

"Your aunt Chandra finally got a good paying job that can justify all that dancing she does."  (Dad)

"I heard that Dad."  (Chandra)

"Oh honey, you know I'm proud of you.  So is my wallet."  (Dad)

"Did you finish setting the table?"  (Mom)

"All that screaming made me forget what I was doing."  (Tanisha)

Tanisha returns to setting the table.  Robin returns with the last invited guests.

"Look who's here."  (Robin)

"Oh Jordan, I am so glad you could make it.  I know how hectic your schedule is at times."  (Robin)

"Well it's been so long since I've been able to make a family dinner, I felt it was long overdue."  (Jordan, Sam's sister)

"Well have a seat.  We can catch up a little while I try to finish this salad."  (Robin)

"Hello sis."  (Sam)

Jordan walks over to say hello to brother Sam, then takes a seat.

"First let me congratulate you on the new grocery store.  I love that it is so close."  (Robin)

"Thanks.  It is doing quite well." (Jordan)

"So are you working on any new projects?" (Robin)

"Well I won the bid for the new Art Museum in town, so me and my team have been busy finalizing the plans."  (Jordan)

"Wow, that will be nice to have in town.  We need more cultural places here."  (Robin)

"So Miss Courtney, how was dance class?"  (Chandra)

"Good." (Courtney)

Robin does eventually get that salad made, as they continue to chat.  Tanisha finally finished setting the table and the family gathered in the dining room and had a nice dinner.  The Jacksons try to do a family dinner at least once a month.

Note:  Chandra was sporting her new Monzieur Z Flaunt It body.  It's not a perfect match, but close.  The Flaunt It Dolls are available at Integrity direct for $25.  Jordan is carrying the nice handbag that came with the doll.  Warning: the clothes for the Monzieur Z dolls are not easy to remove. 

Jordan Insists on Seeing the Supermarket Progress

In a previous post Terrance and Jordan met to discuss the building of the supermarket.  That day she insisted on taking a trip to the site to view the progress.

"As you can see, we still have a bit left to do." (Terrance)

"That is an understatement.  I was expecting this place to be ready on March 2nd.  There's no way you are going to have this place ready by then." (Jordan)

"We don't even have signage, yet, and this is not the layout we agreed to." (Jordan)

"There's still work to be done on the walls before we can install the signage and the final layout won't be done until the walls are complete." (Terrance)

Jordan proceeds to walk around the store checking out the different areas.

"Well, I have to say this is pretty disappointing.  I was planning to start training on March 5th.  I also have to postpone the food truck delivery." (Jordan)

"I do apologize.  The inspection delays really put us behind schedule." (Terrance)

Hopefully the next time we see Jordan, she will be happy in her new supermarket.

Let's Check in on Terrance and Racquel

Terrance and Racquel are headed to work.  Since Terrance's car is in the shop, he and Racquel are driving in together.

"Come on Shay."  (Racquel)

"Is she okay?" (Terrance)

"She has been fussy and whiny all morning.  I hope she isn't coming down with something." (Racquel)

"Maybe you should keep her home today."  (Terrance)

"Honey, I have to open the boutique today.  I will check on her later.  If I need to leave early, I will." (Racquel)

"Honey, when did they say your car would be ready?" (Racquel)

"Possibly in two days." (Terrance) 

"Are you tired of me already." (Terrance)

"Of course not.  I just have to schedule some meetings and it will be easier to do after you get your car back." (Racquel)

Terrance gets a text message alert.

"Is there something wrong?" (Racquel)

"No, it's just my assistant reminding me of a meeting that I am taking for Darius." (Terrance)

"Where's Darius?" (Racquel)

"He finally went on vacation." (Terrance)

"You look worried.  Who's the meeting with?"  (Racquel)

"Ms. Jordan Jones.  She is the owner of the supermarket we are building.  She is a pretty tough client and it seems like we have run into a little snag.  Nothing we can't fix, but it's going to cause a minor slip in the deadline."

"Hi, I have a meeting with Darius Reid."  (Jordan)

"Actually I sent you an email last week to say that Terrance Young would be taking that meeting." (Autumn)

"That's right.  Slipped my mind." (Jordan)

"He will be here shortly.  You can wait in the conference room.  Can I get you some fresh coffee and a donut or bagel?" (Autumn)

 FIFTEEN MINUTES LATER TERRANCE ARRIVES:

"Ms. Jones is waiting for you in the conference room." (Autumn)

"Okay, thanks.  Is Chang here yet? (Terrance)

"Chang is on site with the Pearson project.  He won't be here until lunch time." (Autumn)

"When he gets here, let him know that I need to see him." (Terrance)

"By the way, your Ipad is finally here and I finished programming it yesterday." (Autumn)

"Great.  I won't leave without it." (Terrance)

"And don't eat my chocolate doughnut." (Terrance)

"Your chocolate doughnut!" (Autumn, laughing)

"Ms. Jones, so good to see you again.  Hope you don't mind meeting with me today. " (Terrance)

"No. Not at all.  I just hope you have good news." (Jordan)

"I do have some good news." (Terrance)

Terrance knows he needs to deliver as much good news as possible before alerting Ms. Jones to a few setbacks.

MEANWHILE AT THE BOUTIQUE:

"Well it's about time you came to see the shop." (Racquel)

"I'm sorry I didn't make it to your grand opening.  I did send my sister as a representative. " (Toni)

"Yes I did see her.  It's not the same, though.  But I forgive you." (Racquel)

"Life has been so busy with the cooking show and the girls.  The only reason I got a moment today is because I had to take Kenaz to the pediatrician." (Toni)

"Is he okay?" (Racquel)

"Oh yes.  It's just a regular checkup." (Toni)

Racquel and Toni talk a little while longer.  They make plans to get together within the next few weeks.

We'll check back in on Racquel and Terrance soon.  Seems like we are going to have that supermarket ready soon.  Jordan doesn't seem like she is going to let the build schedule slip too much!