Reflections - Sequel to Elevator Games

Okay, this is the sequel to Elevator Games. Each chapter is actually a different character's POV. Each one is at a different point in their life. It's kind of different, but I got this idea in my head, and, as every writer knows, you gotta do what the voices in your head tell you to do! I hope you like it, but if you don't, let me know, I won't be mad, honest. The first one is a little sad, but don't worry, they're not all like that!

btw, you don't have to have read Elevator Games to understand, but it's a little helpful. Also, I think (although I'm a little biased) that it's a pretty cute fic, so I really want everyone to read it! lol!

Parker - Age 10

Mommy died yesterday. She kissed me, told me she loved me, then said to be good for Daddy and Tempe. I told her I didn't want her to go, and I held on to her real hard, but she went anyway. I didn't cry then, I tried to be brave, like I knew she wanted me to be, but later, in my room at Daddy's, I couldn't help it.

I tried not to let them hear, but somehow Daddy knew, and he came and held me, then later Tempe kissed my tears away. Later, when Matt and Allie were asleep, Daddy came into my room and crawled into bed with me. He held me and he told me how much Mommy loved me, and that she was in heaven now, looking down at me.

That was yesterday. Today, when I woke up, Daddy was still with me. I looked over to the table by my bed and saw the picture of Mommy and me. "Good Morning, Mommy" I whispered softly, careful not to wake Daddy.

I got out of bed and made my way down the hall to Matthew's room. He was still sleeping, curled up under his dinosaur blanket. I thought about how Matthew and me were kinda alike now. His real daddy died before he was born, and now my mommy was gone.

I tiptoed out of his room and continued down the hall, peeking in at Allie. She was 2 now, and she had a big girl bed, but sometimes she snuck out after everyone was asleep. Her pink princess bed was full of dolls and stuffed animals, but I could see her, laying in the middle of everything, clutching the angel teddy bear Daddy had given her when she was born. I wondered if Mommy was an angel now, and I decided I would ask Daddy later when he woke up.

I walked down the stairs carefully. Usually I took them 2 at a time, but today I was too sad. Sometimes Matthew would follow me, trying to do everything I did. Then Tempe would tell me to be careful, that he was only 4, and he might get hurt. Daddy said I needed to be a good example, 'cuz I'm the big brother, but sometimes it's hard.

I trotted through the living room, making my way to the kitchen, where Tempe was sitting by the sliding door, looking out into the backyard. She must have heard me, 'cuz she turned around and held her arms out to me. "Hey, Parker." I ran to her and climbed up onto her lap, like I used to do when I was little.

As she wrapped her arms around me, I noticed the bracelet on her wrist, the one I gave her when she married Daddy. I touched it, tracing the lettters that spelled out 'mom'. "I guess you're the only mom I have now, right Tempe?"

She looked down at me, and brushed my hair back from my face. "She'll always be your mom, Parker, but I'll always be here for you."

I felt the tears again, and I laid my head on her shoulder. I closed my eyes and whispered a prayer for Mommy, hoping that she heard me, and that she was looking down on me, just like Daddy said she was.

6 months later

Sometimes I'm glad I have a brother to play with, and sometimes I just think he's a pain. Today was one of those days. It was going good at first, then he just had to start acting like a baby. I mean, I know he's only 4, but he's gonna be 5 in a couple months! Oh well. I just have to try to be patient, just like Daddy says.

"Parker Seeley Booth! Get down here!"

Uh oh. I hate when she calls me Seeley. I guess she found Matt. It's not my fault! He's the one who wanted to play rodeo. I'm sure Mom will be able to get the knots out of the rope.

Like father like son
Love it! Parker's still adorably cute

Yes, that was sad... Poor Parker. It's hard to lose a parent. Glad to see you're posting this.

Matthew - 12

I remember the day that my brother's real mom died. It was 8 years ago. I was only 4, but I remember. That's the day he came to live with us all the time. I was sad that she died, but I was happy that Parker was always gonna be here. I asked mom if that was bad, but she said no, that it was normal, and very logical.

With Mom, everything has to be logical. Not that it's a bad thing. Dad says I take after her, that I have her 'squint sense', which he says as a joke, but I think it's a compliment.

2 years ago, for my 10th birthday, Uncle Jack and Aunt Angela gave me a science experiment kit, and a real microscope. They're not my real Aunt and Uncle, but we have a weird kind of family. I mean that in a good way. I love my family, and I wouldn't trade them for anything.

Anyway. That microscope was the best thing I've ever gotten. Mom and Dad are really good about me doing experiments in my room, but they kinda freaked out last week when I cut open a frog to look at it under my microscope! I tried to explain that the frog was already dead, but Dad put his foot down. No dissection until I'm older. Much older. Except bugs, of course, but those I usually do with Uncle Jack.

He's the 'bug and slime' guy at the Jeffersonian, where my Mom works. I'm not exactly sure what I want to be when I grow up, but I know it'll have something to do with science. As much as I love my Dad, I never wanted to be an FBI Agent. Don't get me wrong, I think it's really cool, what he does, but, well, it's just not me. I'm like my Mom.

My real father was an FBI Agent too. Dad told me all about him, how he fell in love with Mom, but then they broke up and he went away. Then he came back when he found out about me, but some drunk driver killed him before I was born. I have a picture of him I keep in my drawer, but he's not really real to me. My Dad's the one that raised me, that loves me. The one who was there when I was sick in the hospital when I was three, with a serious infection. I guess it'd be different if Tim Sullivan had lived, but he didn't. I'm glad Dad told me about him, but nothings gonna change how I feel about my Dad, Seeley Booth. Besides, I don't need another role model. I've got enough. Dad, Mom, Uncle Jack, even Uncle Zach.

Parker doesn't want to be an FBI Agent, either. Or a scientist, for that matter. I think that he WANTS to want to be like Dad, but he doesn't. I mean, Dad has always been his hero. Mine too, for that matter. If you listen to Parker talk to his friends, Dad can do no wrong.

Then there's my sister, Allie. If Dad wants someone to follow in his footsteps, she's the one. From the time she was 5, she was 'arresting' me and Parker with her water gun. Of course, to be fair, she always could get us to surrender. With Dad's eyes and smile, Mom's pretty face, and her own red-gold hair, one look is pretty much all she really needs to get anything she wants.

Not that she's spoiled. You'd think she would be, but she's not. At 10, she's already into martial arts, and she's well on her way to being able to kick Parker's butt, and he's 18! She can already kick mine.

"Matthew Ryan Booth!" Mom's voice drifts up the stairs. I know I'm in trouble when she uses my middle name.

I sigh and reluctantly get up from my desk, and head for the stairs. She must have found Allie. It wasn't my fault. She offered to help with the experiment! Mom just needs to chill. I'm sure the purple will come out of her hair in a day or two.

LOL! Good to see he's got a bit of Booth in him too Gotta love the mischievous Booth gene! And aw! He wants to be like his mum!

Thanks all! Glad you like it.

Allie - 15

My first day of high school! Finally! Now my life can really begin. At least that's what my brother Parker says. Of course, he was probably being sarcastic. I don't think he's ever completely forgiven me for beating him at karate when I was 11. At least I didn't do it in front of his friends!

I'd never tell Matt this, but I'm really glad he's gonna be there with me. He's 2 years older than me, and he's always been my champion, kinda like the stories Mom told me about her and Uncle Russ. Not that I can't take care of myself, but it's nice to sit back and let someone rescue me once in a while. Don't tell my Mom I said that! Of course, I think she secretly likes it when Dad goes all 'alpha male' on her. Not that she'd ever admit it, though!

All my life I've had 2 big brothers looking out for me, unless, of course, they were the ones doing the tormenting! Not to mention my Dad. It's a good thing I'm not a brat, 'cuz I've had all the males in my family wrapped around my little finger since the day I was born! But, thank God for Mom. She keeps me grounded, makes sure it doesn't go to my head.

In my whole life, my Uncle Zach is the only male who's immune to my so called 'charm smile'. Don't get me wrong, we have a great relationship, but he lets me know when I get out of hand. I don't know if it's because he's a genius, or just the fact that he and Aunt Emily have 2 girls of their own.

Parker stopped by last night with his fiancee, Zoe. Mom cooked a big meal, with all his favorites. I know she's missed him since he's been out of the house, so it's always a special treat when he comes over.

After dinner, I went out on the porch and sat in the swing, like I always do. I listened to the crickets chirping, just thinking. I knew it was time to be thinking of the future. Parker had just graduated from law school last May, and Matt was bound and determined to be a scientist like Uncle Jack. But me...well, I knew what I wanted to do. My problem was how to tell Mom and Dad. Especially Dad. Not that he wouldn't be proud of me, but he does have that 'alpha male' protective thing going on. I knew he wouldn't be real happy.

When Parker found me, I was still contemplating my dilemma. (I love using big words, something I get from Mom, I guess)

"Hey little sis!" He sat down beside me on the swing. "Penny for your thoughts?"

"Gee, you'd think after all these years, they'd cost a little more!"

He laughed, and it made me smile. His laugh was so like Dad's. Of course, he did look exactly like him, except for the blonde curls. "Come on, Allie. Spill."

So I told him. When I was done, he took my hand, and told me that Dad was going to understand, that I shouldn't worry. Then Zoe came out and said that they should probably get going. He hugged me, and told me that he was proud of me before he left.

"Allie, Mom says to get going, or we're going to be late!" Matt's voice startled me out of my reminiscing.

"Coming Matt." I checked myself in the mirror one more time. Here goes nothing, I thought.

I made my way down the stairs, wondering if she would notice before I could sneak out to the bus. After 15 years, I should have known never to doubt her powers of observation.

"Alexandria Joy Booth! Go upstairs right now and wipe that stuff off of your face!"

I sighed and headed back up the stairs. Oh well. I tried.

awesomeness fly

Such a cute story. I love the idea of a grown up Parker!!! So, what does ms, allie want to do?????

southerngirl wrote:Such a cute story. I love the idea of a grown up Parker!!! So, what does ms, allie want to do?????

Haha, you'll find out soon...

Oh, and thanks, btw...lol

Love it!!! Even more so than Elevator Games

Wait... I take it back

Booth - 5 1/2 years after his marraige to Brennan

Booth lay in bed, his wife in his arms, enjoying the silence. It was hard to come by in his house. Not that he was complaining. He couldn't have asked for a better life. A beautiful, successful, amazingly smart wife, 3 wonderful, if mischievous children, and a job he loved. Sure, sometimes his life was like a circus, but he wouldn't have it any other way.

He looked down at the woman beside him. They'd been married for 5 1/2 years now, and he loved her just as much today as the day he pledged his life to her. They had their moments, still bickering and arguing over cases, disagreeing on everything from religion to the weather, but that was what made it so interesting. So unique. And never boring.

She was a wonderful mother, not just to Matthew and Alexandria, but to Parker as well. Last year, when Rebecca had died, he had come to live with them full time. Parker may not have been her biological child, but she had never made the distinction. He was hers, just as Matt and Allie were. Not that she had ever tried to replace Rebecca. She made sure that he remembered her, and she talked about her often, but she was the only mother he had now.

It was the same with him and Matthew. Booth had told Matt a little about Sully, but he was only 5, and he didn't really grasp much, but in Booth's heart, Matthew was his own son. Just as important to him as Parker and Allie.

There was no doubt about it, their family was a little different, but it worked. Parker, the big brother, always looking out for his younger siblings. Even going through the death of his mother, he still had taken his role as protector seriously.

Matthew, the smart one, taking after his mother. He worshipped Parker, would follow him anywhere. Like up in their brand new treehouse in the middle of the night, because they had wanted to spend the night in their new 'clubhouse'. Booth still remembered Matt's screams. He had jumped out of bed and run outside, Brennan close behind him, to see Parker lying on the ground, his arm at an odd angle, Matt beside him, crying to see his big brother so hurt. The cast had only come off 2 weeks ago.

Then there was Alexandria. His princess. She was only 3, but she was already the ringleader. The boys would follow her, doing whatever she asked of them. Of course, it didn't help that her daddy wasn't immune to her charms. Bones laughed at him, calling it justice after all those years of him getting whatever he wanted with his 'charm smile'.

Booth was about to drift back to sleep, catch a few more minutes on this beautiful Sunday morning, when a noise startled him. He listened carefully, but heard nothing more. Brennan stirred in his arms, and opened her eyes. "Good morning." She scooted up, pressing her lips against his. He responded, pulling her closer, kissing her back, until whispers in the hallway outside their door interuppted them. The pulled apart just as the knock came.

"Daddy?" Matthew's voice was muffled through the door.

"Come in." The door opened, and they watched as Parker walked in, carrying a tray of pancakes, followed by Matt, holding 2 glasses of milk. Allie toddled in behind them, carrying a vase with a single white rose. "Happy Father's Day!" they chorused together, beaming.

Booth and Brennan shared a smile, then sat up, watching their children.

Parker carried the tray over to them. "We made enough for Mom, too."

Booth ruffled his hair. "Wow, this looks great!" The pancakes were golden brown, if oddly shaped, and smelled delicious.

Matthew sat one glass of milk on the nightstand by Booth, then scampered over to the other side of the bed, depositing the second glass at his mother's side. He then crawled up beside her.

"We each had our own job!" Parker smiled proudly. "I made the pancakes, and Matt poured the milk."

"I didn't hardly spill any!" Matt said excitedly.

Allie sat the vase down carefully on the tray that Parker was still holding, then climbed up into her daddy's lap.

"And what did you do, princess?"

"I pickded the flower, Daddy!" She held up her finger, proudly showing him the disney princess band-aid that was wrapped around it. "But it biteded me, and I got a boo boo."

Booth took her hand gently in his. "So it did." He kissed the band-aid. "Better?"

Allie giggled and threw her arms around him, covering his face with 'Allie kisses'. "Yep!"

Booth laughed and hugged her.

Brennan smiled at them, at the same time wondering what mess she would find when she went down to the kitchen, and deciding it didn't matter at all.

Booth looked at his children, then at his wife. No, life was never dull at his house, but he wouldn't want it any other way.

Aww, Fly. I love this. All the entries are great. =)

OH I do love this story. Allie certainly can do no wrong according to her Daddy!!!