The Doctor Gets a Visitor IV
by: E Walk

(Copyright 2007 by the Author)
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Chapter 32
Retribution

Sunday morning, Beau brought me coffee and Jeff chose not to go running, so Beau and Jared took off by themselves. Everyone was in the kitchen when they returned.  “Doctor Wilson, Beau is trying to kill me.  I’ll probably have a heart attack halfway through the church service.”

“That’s fine.” Beau said.  “At least you’ll be better, in time for the swim party. Speaking of which, I hope you and Jenny brought your swimsuits as directed.  Jenny, you’re in big trouble if you didn’t since we don’t have any female clothes around here that I know about anyway.”

Jared spoke up, “But you said it was a nude party.  I’m not going if I we have to wear suits.”

“That’s the trouble with some people, all they want to do is show off because they think they have something important people might want to see.”  Beau whined.

Jeff interrupted, “Guys, there is a lady present.”

Jared said, “She’s not a lady.  She’s my sister.”

“Much to my chagrin.” challenged Jenny.

After breakfast, when we assembled to go to church, Jenny and Tommy rode with Jeff and me and Beau and Jared rode with Les and Dale.  We had no more than sat down than the troops started to arrive.  Chip came and sat beside me and asked, “Doctor Dad, are you going to Daddy’s graduation?”

“Chipper, I wouldn’t miss it for the world.  Will you save me a seat please?” I asked.

“Yep, you can sit with my Mother and my Grandparents and me.  Is Jeff coming too?”

“Yep.” I answered.

“Good.” Chip said, as Spencer came and sat beside us with Jimmie.

Everything was normal until Father Gilbert asked Father Wanamaker to join him so he could introduce him. Fortunately, Dale had worn the proper attire.  He had a dark jacket and his clerical collar, or as Beau called it, his hickey hider.

When it was time for the closing, Father Wanamaker came forward and said, “I have had the good fortune to meet some wonderfully talented young people in the short time I have been here.  This morning, Beau Benson will sing the 23^rd Psalm and then he will be joined in The Lord’s Prayer by Dina Lincoln, Drew Washington, Spencer Knight and Chip Weaver.”

Spence handed Jimmie to me and he and Chip joined the others.  The results again were unbelievable, especially, since they had never sung together.

After the service, Beau went to Dale and said, “You do that to me again and you will be led around with a leash like Tommy, and it won’t be at the house.  It will be here at the church.  You will need hickey hiders for more than just your neck. Do you understand me, Father W?”

Everyone from the house was laughing and Mrs. T. asked, “What’s so funny?”

“Oh, we were looking at the holes in your tennis shoes Grams.”  Beau pouted.

“Yeh, I’d buy some new ones if you and Jeff would ever give me time to do so.  It’s your fault.” Mrs. T. countered.

“Why Grams, what a big nose you have?” Beau laughed.

“All the better to singe your little thing, my boy.”  Mrs. T. growled.

“Oh no, you’ve had your private detectives taking pictures again.  I think they must have gotten shots of our guests and not me.”  Beau laughed.

Father Wanamaker said, “I think you two had better move your discussion outside the church.  It does not seem appropriate for inside the church.”

“Father, you mean we can’t talk about people’s little fingers in church but its okay to talk about the heart and hands.  That’s seems like a double standard.” Beau complained.

Dale said, “I’m going back to the house.  I feel a migraine coming on.”

Beau asked, “Are you sure that’s the reason, sir?  See you later Grams.  Our ride is about to leave.”

Jared was laughing, “Come on, I have to go before I wet my pants.”

“We'd better get you home right away since you didn’t bring any clean underwear.” Beau said.

We were sitting at home when Jason came in.  When it was time for the second service, Jason rode with Jeff and me.  Tommy and Jenny opted not to go and stay home and fix lunch.  Beau and Jared decided to go, so they could give Dale and Les a difficult time.  This service we were joined by a group of nine and thirteen year olds with their families.

When it was time for the closing, Dale introduced Beau, Denny, Chris and Mickey and then he included Danny and finally Jared.  I was watching Danny and Jared and they both got funny looks on their faces.  Jeff started to laugh.  He leaned over to Andy and Ted and said, “The Governor’s son is being initiated rapidly.  I think that Father Wanamaker is about to be terrorized thoroughly this afternoon.  It’s too bad that I won’t be there to enjoy it.”

The six guys did a great job.  They blended perfectly and followed Beau’s lead.  We kept waiting for the guys to start giving Dale a hard time.  Nothing was said on the way home or at lunch.

Jeff and I left for the college.  Beau conned Dale and Les into taking them to the Tillison’s house so they could help set up the pool area for the party.  When they got to the house the guys convinced Dale and Les that they needed to stay and supervise, since Jeff, Mrs. T. and I would be at the graduation.

All of the teenagers, who had been at the two parties, arrived.  Berto, Corrine and Rosa were overwhelmed by the enormous indoor pool and the house in general.  Les and Dale were joined in the pool area by Aunt Cora, Mrs. Millsap, Ben and Josh.

The party started and Kenny was responsible for making sure that there were two life guards on duty at all times.

At the college, Mrs. Tillison insisted that Jeff usher her to the platform even if he didn’t have a robe on.  Little did he realize that he was about to be bushwhacked not once but twice.

The first whammy came when President Campbell announced, “The winner of this year's Teacher of Year Award goes to one our newest and certainly the youngest person on the faculty, Mr. Jeff Wilson.”  The entire audience rose.  Jeff looked at me and I just shook my head.  Jeff got up and shook President Campbell’s hand and waved to those assembled but refused to say anything.  He was having a difficult time maintaining his composure.

The next whammy was about to come.  Mrs. Tillison had been invited to give the graduation address.  She did a great job and when she was about finished, she said, “I would like Mr. Wilson to finish the address, by singing two songs to remind you that you can do anything if you try.  He will be accompanied by Adam Ammons.”

Jeff went to the front but didn’t take a mike.  He nodded to Adam who was at the organ.  Adam started to play the introduction; Jeff nodded and sang When You Wish upon a Star, and Jeff nodded and when he finished, the audience applauded loudly. When the applause subsided, Adam started the introduction for the second song; The Impossible Dream.  Jeff nodded and really put his heart in the song.  I had never heard him sing better.

When he finished, he saluted the seniors and received a standing ovation.  As we were trying to leave, everyone wanted to talk to him but he excused himself saying that he really needed to go check in with some out of town guests before they left.

On the way to Mrs. T’s house, Jeff lit into her.  “I don’t deserve this award.”

“Don’t tell me.  I wasn’t the person who nominated you.  Someone had already done it before I could.  All of the students voted except you and you won unanimously.  So take the money and you and your Dad take a vacation after Beau and Jason leave.  Tommy is responsible enough to take care of himself.”

“Yes Grams, but would it be alright with you if I saved it for the Fourth of July, when we are invited to the White House?” Jeff asked.

“What are you babbling about, Jeff?  What White House?” Mrs. Tillison asked.

“Well, it seems that THE PRESIDENT called yesterday morning and asked us to put on a show at the Kennedy Center on the 3^rd of July and then we are invited to watch the fireworks from the White House lawn after we have a barbecue on the fourth.  I have talked to just about all of the people; they are excited to go.  I have to let the President know in the morning and then work out the transportation and sleeping arrangements.”

“Of course, we’re going.  Does President Campbell know?” she asked.

“I’m guessing he does, since I talked to Bobby and the other 16 year olds last night.” Jeff said.

“How come I haven’t heard about it before?” Mrs. T. demanded.

“Grams, when have I had time to tell you?  It has been a zoo around our house all weekend and then you bushwhacked me good today.” Jeff reminded her.

When we got to the pool area, we could see the 13 year olds huddled together.  Finally the six guys surrounded Les and Dale.  “Give us your valuables and anything that you don’t want to get wet now.  You’re going into the pool for being so mean to us.” Beau demanded.

Both guys stood up and took off their shoes and socks.  They took off their watches and put them in their shoes, then their shirts and when they started to unbuckle their belts Beau said, “I smell a rat.”

Les and Dale slowly took off their slacks and folded them.  They were wearing bright colored board shorts.  Beau started to laugh, “Grams doesn’t permit stupid shorts like those in her pool.  Do you Grams?”

Les stood up and said, “Boy there are sure a lot of dumb rules in this house.  Will these do then?”  They dropped their board shorts and were standing there in tennis shorts.

Beau said, “Good Heavens no, they have three pockets which will fill with water and you’ll sink to the bottom of the pool.  You’ll be so heavy no one can save you.”

The two guys slipped off their tennis shorts and were standing there in their Speedo suits.  Dale asked, “Are these acceptable?”

Beau said, “Only if they become transparent when they get wet and you’re not wearing an athletic supporter or a thong.  Hey Grams, look at Father W.  and Doctor Icky, I think they have been doing a lot or skinny dipping.  Do you want us to check?  What do you think the people at church would say if they knew that the Father went skinny dipping?”

“On the other hand, Doctor Crane’s patients will probably be demanding that he wear only his bikini briefs while they are having their exams.”  Beau laughed. 

Everyone was really laughing especially Aunt Cora and Grandma Dora.  Beau dove into the pool and Les and Dale went after him.  They were followed by the other 13 year old boys.

Dale and Les were both good swimmers but Beau evaded them.  Finally he jumped out and yelled, “I have to go to the bathroom.  Don’t go away.”

He went into the shower and came out completely dressed.  He set up two tables and then brought table service and the drinks.  He went upstairs and retrieved lettuce, tomatoes, cheese and salsa.  He disappeared again came back down with the Johnsons, Linda and Eric, Greg and Anita and Norm and Nancy.  They were all carrying bowls of something and Beau had a big tray of tacos.

Beau announced, “Snack time, there is a ½ for everyone.”

Drew asked, “You mean we only get a half?”

Beau said, “Drew darling, if you eat more than ½ dozen tacos, you’ll waddle to school tomorrow.  You have three choices of filling – ground beef, ground turkey or seafood.   Enjoy and there is lemonade or iced tea or we can find you something stronger if you want.”

Beau got Aunt Cora and led her through the line first.  Jared helped Mrs. Millsap and Danny helped Mrs. T.  The other three thirteen year olds helped Anita, Maria and Nancy. After that, Beau directed a logical progression as he and Rosa helped everyone.  The two of them went last and joined the other 13 year olds.

When everyone was finished, Kenny stood and announced, “We high school students will take care of the damage that Beau has caused to be wrought.  Let’s give him a big round of applause.  This has been an exciting and fun weekend.  People have treated us like adults

The teenagers applauded.  The thirteen year olds got ready to leave.  As we were going out the door, they all thanked Mrs. Tillison for the party.  When Jeff and I dropped Rosa at her house, Beau walked her to the door and thanked her for coming and hoped she had a good time.

“Beau, I had a wonderful time.  It’s just too bad that you are afraid of us females.”  Rosa sighed.

“Rosa, I have never been with a lady before.  I am a virgin in that respect and intend to stay that way until I get married.  I sure don’t want to mess up anyone’s life.”  Beau said as he kissed her on the cheek again.

When he crawled into the car he started to sob, “Everyone thinks I’m frigid and don’t have any emotions.”

“Beau, stop right there.  Let’s talk.”  I said as I pulled over to the side at the park.  The three of us sat at a picnic table and visited.

Jeff said, “Beau, what on Earth are you babbling about?”

“Rosa said that I was afraid of females just because I didn’t give her anymore than a kiss on the cheek.  I guess she wanted me to try to put the make on her.  I just can’t do that.  I’ll do it when I feel the time is right.  Now can we go back to the house before the Millsaps leave?”

When we got back, Jared and Jenny were loading their things in the car.  Jenny came to us and hugged the three of us and thanked us for the wonderful weekend.  Jared did likewise but he added, “We’ll be taking Beau with us, so he can get our Father straightened away.  Beau will probably be finished sometime tomorrow if you want to pick him up, or we could just keep him.”

“In your dreams, sweet pea.” Beau said as he hugged him.  “You all come anytime you hear.  We’ll find a bunk for you.  Tell Grandma Dora I said goodbye and give her another kiss for me.”

We went into the house and Beau was sitting between Dale and Les.  He said, “I hope you two enjoyed yourselves today."  I’m still trying to determine the retribution for your meanness today.”

He gave them each a kiss.  “Now, I want everyone to go get your dirty clothes and bring them down.  Everyone needs clean bed linens and towels.  Tommy you layout clean linens and everyone can make their own beds.  Jeff you take care of the towels and I’ll clean the guest bedroom and bath and then I’ll fix a light meal.  When is Jason due home?” Beau asked.

Jason who was standing in the doorway said, “Hey, fat boy, I’m here.  So what is it you want me to do?”

You sort the clothes and start the washing machine and then give me a hand in the guest bedroom and then we’ll fix the meal.

Everyone did as they were told.  It was seven o’clock when Jason rounded everyone up and said, “The evening repast is being served in the dining room in five minutes.

Everyone gathered and Beau had fixed pan fried hotdogs and home made macaroni and cheese and a big fruit salad.  We started to eat.  Both Dale and Les took a bite of the hot dogs and started to sputter.   Beau said, “What’s the matter? You can’t take a little Tabasco sauce and Viagra?”

The two guys drained their water glasses and Beau gave them some more water and took their plates and cam back two new plates and said, “That’s only part one of your retribution for making me look silly today.  Gottcha’.”

The two guys grabbed him and said, “You had better be careful.  We can play this game as well as you.”

Beau hugged them.  The rest of dinnertime was lively.  We had just finished eating when the phone rang.  The call was for Tommy. He came back and said, “Dad, I have a sitting job on Friday, and an overnight on Saturday.  I may need some help on Sunday, since the choir is singing at Graduation on Sunday.”

Beau stood and pounded his chest and said, “Never fear, Super Beau is here to the rescue.  You can drop your charges off at the Carpenters.  I can handle two or three more since the Carpenter boys will be taking care of me.  Anyway I can get Denny to come and join us.”

Beau said, “I have to call Mr. Shaw and tell him we will be there on Saturday.  Tommy, you probably have homework so Jason and I will do the dishes.  Jeffrey honey, you make sure that Daddy Baby Maker and Doctor Icky behave themselves.  Dad, I need a thousand bucks to replenish my supply of Viagra.”

We were summarily dismissed.  I could hear the guys doing the dishes.  Jason came and hugged us and said that he was going to bed and that Beau was downstairs watching television.

I felt something wasn’t right, so I went to check on Beau. The television was indeed on, but there was no sound and Beau was asleep on the floor.  I got a blanket and covered him.  He raised his head and said, “Thanks Dad.”

I went upstairs and said, “I suggest everyone go to bed now since Beau is already asleep and I’m sure that he will be in rare form in the morning.”

Jeff and I locked up, and the four of us went upstairs.  Jeff and I took our showers and crawled into bed.  We held each other and Jeff said, “Dad, it’s really going to be boring around here when the guys leave in a week.  Tommy is going to be in heaven because he'll have our undivided attention.”

“Jeff, Beau ain’t about to let that happen.  We’ll probably be busier than we ever have been.  Between the new facility and your new responsibilities at the college, we may be able to have a meal together at least once a week and don’t forget you have a show to get ready for in Washington.  Now come here boy and I’ll fix whatever is wrong with you.”

We had just finished making love when Jason came and sat on the bed.  “Jeff, Dad, where is Beau?  Why isn’t he in bed?”  Jason asked.

“Jason, Beau fell asleep down in the basement.  I think he is worn out.  Now get in here and keep us company.” I ordered.

He got into bed with us and it didn’t even faze him that Jeff and I were naked.

To be continued...

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Editor's Notes:

Now why would anybody think that Jason would ever be fazed by someone being naked?

Darryl AKA The Radio Rancher

Posted: 12/07/07