#theo fullman

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Morning

I’m so sorry, that it’s been about 2 weeks since my last post. Just when I decide to do better and become more regular with my posts, life becomes a roller-coaster. First off, I’ve managed to land a job - Woop woop - and will be starting the first of December. Which is both exciting and a little scary at the same time, like most new lifechanging events. Oh... and my kitchen renovations have been dragging out, and it’s so annoying being almost at the finish line but still so far away. But if the new time plan hold up, it’ll be done by this week and my home will once again be a real home and not a construction site.

Tom had ended up staying over that night. He had slept on the couch as to not disturb McKenna. She had looked so peaceful as she slept and he was afraid to wake her. She had offered him the spot next to her, before she fell asleep, but he felt it best to sleep on the couch.

McKenna woke up to the smell of pancakes and coffee. She shook her head and looked at clock. Oh no! She was late for work. McKenna jumped up of bed and almost fell over Theo, who was bringing the newspaper. “Sorry, Bud! But I’m really late for work” McKenna ruffled Theos ears and headed towards the bathroom. She quickly washed herself and made herself presentable. McKenna rushed downstairs and almost fell down the last step, as Tom’s voiced surprised her.  “Ah!... Topolina, come enjoy breakfast. Did you sleep well?” McKenna smiled, “Thanks, Tom, but I’m really late for work and I can’t afford loosing my job”. Tom smiled back and shook his head. “No Topolina, I called your workplace and arranged for you to get the next couple of days off. I might have invented a dear old aunt, who suddenly passed away and you needing to go help your family with funeral plans”. McKenna was shocked. “You didn’t!” She exclaimed shocked but couldn’t help but smile to herself.  “Oh yes I did” Tom responded, “Now come eat your pancakes. I’ve got big plans for us today”.

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Theo’s Day

The pampering went on all morning, first a nice bath followed by a massage and cuddles. Breakfast was served and gobbled up and now it was time for a nice stroll to the park. McKenna loved seeing Theo so happy, he had a cute little pep in his step whenever he had been bathed and snuggled. She still couldn’t believe how lucky she had been to find his little guy. He was made for her! And to think somebody had thrown him out into the cold - McKenna’s heart hurt. Thank God, she had found him when she did or he would have frozen to death.

All of a sudden her mobile rang. McKenna picked it up, it was Tom. His voice sounded dark and manly as he greeted her and McKenna’s heart skipped a beat. “Topolina! What are you doing tonight?” He asked and she had take a deep breath in order to calm herself a little before answering. “Not much. why are you asking?” “Well... put on your best dress Bella, tonight I’m taking you out for some drinks and karaoke”. Tom sounded excited on the phone and McKenna smiled as she bend down to pet Theo, who was wondering why they had stopped in the middle of their walk. “Can’t wait” She responded, “When are you picking me up?”. “Be ready at eight pm, Topolina, and make sure you’ve eaten ‘cause tonight we’re letting our hair down!” McKenna couldn’t help but giggle. they said their goodbye and all the way home she hummed cheerfully. 

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Back to Normal Routines

The next couple of days went by without a hitch. McKenna had been a little nervous about meeting Eduardo at work, but he apparently had taken some unpaid time off, which meant McKenna could breath easy for a little bit. She was not ready to face him yet. 

Tom had been a sweetheart and true friend, everyday he calls her or physically checks up on her. Why she ever tried to distance herself from him, was a mystery to her at the moment. He gave her so much renewed energy and a surplus of mental resources. Just seeing his handsome mug could make her whole day and she was becoming more and more dependent on it.

All together things was about to return to a somewhat normal routine again. at least when it came to work and her emotionally complicated relationship with Tom. She needed to figure out what to do with the romantic feelings, that was beginning to grow stronger and stronger. 

Theo had likewise been an angel lately. He had behaved so sweetly and listened to her every command. McKenna had decided to spoil him as a way of saying thank you. But as the budget was tight, she had to DIY a lot of things - such as a spa day. An old tub and a little extra bubbles would have to suffice this time. Theo didn’t seem to mind the low cost version of his pampering. 

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Woof, Woof!

Look who aged up! Baby Theo is not a baby anymore - He’s a fully fledge doggo, now! He’s so cute! I can’t.

McKenna’s little man aged up. She had been dreading it for some time, as she really loved his adorable puppy face, but adult Theo is cute too. McKenna hugged her boy and afterwards they had a little photoshoot to commemorate his adorableness. She couldn’t help but smiled as he was sitting still and waiting patiently for his treats. Once the photos had been taken, McKenna immediately send them to her mom and you would think, Theo was April’s actual grandchild, judging from her respond. McKenna laughed and they ended up chatting for a couple of hours. 

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Evening Out

Tom called, just as McKenna was walking into her house and greeting Theo after a long day at work. The little puppy was jumping up and down trying to get her attention. McKenna laughed and began to rub his little squishy belly. It had been a long and tiresome day at work. She had met some of the other musicians and staff, so she had been busy getting to know them a bit better. Her boss had been complaining about the concert they were working on and the mood had been slightly awkward most of the day, due to this.  McKenna wondered what Tom wanted, why he had called. Had she forgotten an agreement? Was today a gym day? She didn’t think so, however... She could be wrong. 

McKenna picked up the phone, “Hi Tom, what’s up?” She asked and waited for Tom to respond. “McKenna, Ciao Bella!” Tom exclaimed, “What are you doing to night, Bella? Up for an evening of fun, cheap drinks and games?” McKenna thought about it for a moment. She did have work tomorrow, but luckily it was in the evening, so she would be able to sleep in, if she drank a bit to much juice or nectar. McKenna is a light weight when it came to hard drinks and she need her sleep to function. 

“Sure” McKenna answered delighted, “I’m always up for a good time with you. You know that, Tom” She heard him laugh in the other end of the phone. “Well, Bella... You just take that little dog of yours for a walk and give him his dinner, I’ll pick you up in about an hour. See you then, Topolina” Tom replied and ended the call. McKenna had never understood why Tom called her Topolina sometimes, he had explained it meant little mouse, but why he associated her with that was still a mystery to her. 

McKenna shook her head and grabbed Theo’s leach and took him for a quick walk. Then she served him his dinner, played a bit with him and even managed to touched up her makeup and fixed her hair before Tom picked her up. She liked hanging out with Tom. He always made her smile and laugh. 

Together they headed off in Tom’s little Sloppy Jalopy and drove a little out of town to a cute little bar. Tom ordered them both a drink and in no time a competition began. The played a couple of rounds of Whack-A-Mole, which Mckenna won. She giggled and teased Tom, he just brushed her remarks off with a big laugh and suggested a rematch, but in foosball instead. McKenna, being already a little buzzed, eagerly agreed. 

“The loser has to chuck their drink!” Tom proclaimed while he swung the little “players” around, so fast that McKenna almost felt dizzy for them.  “Sure!” She determinately answered, “You’re going down anyway! So get ready to chuck”. McKenna jammed the ball into the goal and began dancing in joy, teasing Tom as she now was a point ahead. Suddenly she stopped, “But what about transport home?” She asked. She was surely to drunk to drive by now and Tom probably was too. 

“It’s all taken care of, Topolina” Tom answered, “I know the owner, he’ll call a cap for us when the time comes - my treat this time, of course, so get ready for the hungover you’ll have tomorrow, Bella!” He laughed and scored another goal, bringing them to a tie. McKenna smiled and sent him a determined look. “You’re going down, Tom”

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Kiss?

In the end McKenna lost their little game and she had to chuck her drink. They played a couple of rounds more and by the end McKenna was pretty drunk.

“Well, Bella, I think it’s about time we get you home” Tom said as he signaled for the bartender to call a cap for them.  McKenna was dancing to the background music, twirling around with a half empty glass of a cocktail. “I don’t wanna” She responded, followed by a little hiccup. Tom giggled, “Well, Bella... We kind of have to, the bar is closing and your drink is empty. I’m sure your little man is wanting to see you too, Topolina” He grabbed her by the shoulder and stopped her from twirling so hard, she would spill her drink and fall on her face.  “Theo?...” McKenna asked.  “Yeah, Theo” Tom answered, sending her a big and comforting smile. 

McKenna lit up for a bit, thinking about her little fluffball. She missed him. The neighbors kids had promised her to walk him and play a bit with him while she was gone. Did he miss her too? wasn’t it more fun playing with the kids?  McKenna all of a sudden felt sad, the thought of Theo not missing or loving her hurt. her eyes sought Tom who was now returning from the bar where he had payed their bill and left his car keys in their safety box.  He looked good, his cheeks were slightly rose-colored from the drinks and his lips seemed plump and ready to be kissed. His hair was a little rumpled from him running his hands through it every time he lost and McKenna teased him. She was captivated by him and she began to wonder what kissing him would be like. It would probably be amazing. She felt like she had to try and before she knew it she was leaning towards him.

“You’re ready? The Ca...” Tom asked, when he reached McKenna, but before he could finish the sentence, McKenna was leaning toward him, eyes closed and ready to be kissed. He stepped back a little surprised and softly rejected her advantages. This was not the right time or place to share a first kiss. Besides both of them was buzzed and McKenna deserved more than just a drunken kiss. She was too special to him, to become another drunken conquest and by the way he was feeling at the moment, he would not be able to stop himself if they locked lips. Tom had always found her incredibly beautiful and attractive from the first time he had laid eyes on her, playing her guitar at the protest at city hall. At first he had just wanted to simply pick her up and have some fun with her. That was somewhat normal for him, whenever he saw a cute girl and was single. But as they had gotten to know each other more and more over time. He had come to realize just how special and delicate McKenna truly was and his desire to conquer her had disappeared and been replaced with a strong desire to protect her. She had the most amazing smile, that filled the room with warmth and light, like sunshine on a summers day. She had a unique ability to always make him feel happy and contempt when they were together. They could chill on the couch, with a movie and a pizza and he wouldn’t be bored like he would with most other women. She was captivating, just by being herself. She was so pure and romantically inclined, it was clear she had a big heart and loved hard. She was like a cute, shy little mouse begging for him to put her in his hearts pocket and protect her from all the evils in the world.  No... McKenna was too special to just become a drunken hookup. 

McKenna however didn’t take the rejection that well. She was embarrassed and her whole head was turning red. She felt so stupid, why did she jeopardize their friendship like that? She felt her eyes begin to overflow with tears. Mortified she stepped back and couldn’t help but start to cry.  She felt like her world was crumbling down around her. This night was awful, Theo didn’t love her or miss her and now she had forever embarrassed herself and ruined her friendship with Tom. What was next? She’d pee herself? Would be typical. All she wanted was to run away and hide in a hole somewhere, but just as she was about to turn around and sprint for the nearest exit, Tom had grabbed her arm and pulled her into a giant warm hug. He began to stroke her hair and whispered softly and calmly into her ear in Italian. McKenna couldn’t resist the urge to lean into the hug and let her tears fall on his shoulder. 

“I’m... *Hic*... So sorry, Tom!” She cried, “I don’t know why I did that *Hic*... I... I... Don’t know”.

Tom kept stroking her hair and pulled her in tighter. She sniffled and buried her face even deeper into his shoulder. At least he couldn’t see how shamefully red her face was this way.

“Shh... Topolina, It’s alright” Tom whispered, “Don’t be sad, you didn’t do anything wrong. This is just not the right time or place, Bella”. Tom’s gentle voice and hug was working their magic and McKenna was beginning to calm down a bit. 

“Lets get you home, Bella” Tom said as he placed his arm around her shoulder, grabbed her jacket and guided her towards the exit, where their cap was waiting. McKenna nodded and stared at the floor. Her eyes never met Tom’s the rest of the night and when the cap stopped in front of her house, she quickly muttered a simple goodbye and ran inside before Tom could respond. She was so embarrassed about the whole situation and a little sad about his rejection. It had hurt her more than she cared to admit.  That night McKenna cried herself to sleep while Theo licked her tears away from he face and snuggled up closely to her. 

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Everyday Life

Work has been the most important thing for McKenna lately. She puts all her energy into doing a great job and advance through the different levels. She practices her instruments daily and have struck up several good relationships with her coworkers. All in all, she was thriving - McKenna felt like she was learning so much and even though she missed her family, she didn’t regret coming to Italy to work on her music. Besides if she hadn’t come, she would never had found her little man, Theo. He was the most precious thing in her life  and she loved how he always begged for kisses and snacks. He had been godsend to her and to think he would soon age up and become an adult doggo. She wondered how big he would get and for a second she feared he would get too big for their small townhouse. What would she do then?

McKenna and Tom had eventually managed to talk things over and even though she had dreaded the conversation, she had to admit that it felt amazing having cleared the air between them. Life was better when Tom was there to make her laugh. She was still deeply ashamed of herself, but Tom had assured her, that he didn’t mind it and that he knew it was brought on by the drinks. Which helped a bit. As long as they could put it behind them, everything was bound to go back to normal eventually - at least that was what McKenna told herself, but her gut feeling was telling her, that something had changed between them forever.   

Eduardo had spend most days at work flirting with McKenna. At first she had been a bit perplexed and annoyed by it, but as time passed by, she realized that it was just his way of communicating, which made it easier. Deep down he seemed to be a good man, McKenna thought to herself. 

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Sleepover and Pancakes

Eduardo kept hugging McKenna and for a moment they stood there, embracing each other. 

“Can I kiss you?” Eduardo asked. McKenna didn’t answer at first. “I promise, I won’t do anything else” Eduardo continued. Finally McKenna nodded. He planted a light and sweet kiss on her lips, then he let go of her. 

“You better get going” McKenna said. She felt a little confused and perplexed over herself. She had enjoyed the kiss, that was true. But was it the right kind of enjoyment. She hadn’t felt the passion or desire as she had, when she had tried to kiss Tom. But at the same time it felt really good to be desired and wanted. To feel another’s touch. She had some thinking to do, that was for sure. She didn’t feel any pressure from Eduardo, but at the same time he had indicated that he wanted something more than friendship with her. Should she pursue a more romantic relationship with him? Even though he didn’t light a fire in her yet?

“You’re right, Mi amore” Eduardo answered and grabbed his mobile in order to call a cap. He lived outside of the city, too far for him to walk home. He send McKenna a smile as he listened to the beeps. They both went downstairs and McKenna began to fill Thoe’s water- and food bowl.

“We have a problem” Eduardo finally said. McKenna shifted her attention to Eduardo from Theo, who was eagerly munching on his goodnight snack. “What do you mean?” McKenna asked. “The caps have stopped for tonight” Eduardo replied. “Unfortunately, the cap drivers have started a protest, which means that they wont be picking up passengers at night until they get better payment for it”.

McKenna glared at him, was he making another joke?  “I swear to God, McKenna. I’m not joking or tricking you, so I can stay” Eduardo sighed, he had seen her skeptical look. ”The lady on the phone, just told me so herself”. McKenna softened her eyes. Well, guess it couldn’t be helped then. “You can stay here for the night then. But I expect that you behave decently and with respect, Ed” McKenna said. “I’m not ready for anything more than kissing, please respect that”. Eduardo smiled, but McKenna could see in his eyes that the words probably had hurt him. “I promise, McKenna. I won’t lay a hand or lip on you the rest of the night, to show you that you can trust me” He replied and he stayed true to his word. Even though they had to share her bed, he didn’t touch her - not even flirtatiously or as a joke.

The next morning McKenna woke up feeling relieved. Eduardo had respected her boundaries. She watched his sleeping face for a moment, maybe ha wasn’t as bad, as he pretended to be. She giggled to herself and got out of bed. She freshened up in the bathroom and brushed her teeth, before she headed downstairs to greet Theo and start on breakfast. She had decided to reward Eduardo for his good behavior with blueberry pancakes and freshly squeezed orange juice. While she baked the pancakes, she hummed a little song and threw a blueberry to Theo, he was just too cute to ignore.