Julio – The Growing Years

 by: Miguel Sanchez

© 2006-2008 by the author

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I was wondering when they would want one of their own. They were walking into the living room then they sat on the couch. I followed them and sat in my recliner and said, “Alright, what is this other thing you two want?”

They looked at me then back to each other and in unison they said, “Condoms.”

Chapter 8

It’s a good thing I was sitting down otherwise I might have fainted and landed on my face. I was also in a bit of a quandary here because they knew their brothers were in a sexual relationship so telling them no would make me look like a hypocrite. “How about I do you one better here?”

They had a weird look come over their faces when Angel said, “One better Dad? I don’t understand what you mean.”

I looked at her and said, “How about you going on the pill? This way you won’t have to worry about a condom breaking and if you two do decide to get married, you can stop taking the pill when you decide to have children.”

They both smiled at my suggestion. Angel looked at me and said, “Sounds good Dad, when can I start them?”

“Easy sweetie, it’s not quite that easy. I’ll call Paul and have him give you a physical which will include a PAP smear and a pelvic exam. After that’s done you can start the pill. Once you’ve been on the pill for a week, you two can do what you want.”

“Aw Dad,” Steven moaned. “Why so long?”

“So the pill will have time to start working,” I said. “You two have waited this long, I don’t think another week or so will matter.”

“Easy for you to say,” Steven said.

I smiled at him and said, “If you’re in that much of distress, I’m sure your brothers would be glad to help you.”

Angel looked at Steven and said, “I know what we’ve talked about love and I’ve told you I don’t have a problem with you having fun with them. I also know you’ve done it with Marco when he was here.”

“I know baby,” he said caressing her cheek. “But I want to be true to you.”

“That’s fine,” she said. “But we haven’t done anything yet. Dad, I do have a question for you.”

“Sure darling,” I said. “What’s on your mind?”

“Well, I’ve heard that the first time you have sex it hurts,” she started saying. “But I’ve also heard some say for them it didn’t. Who is right?”

She just asked a very valid question and I wanted Steven there when I answered it because he was her partner. “Well sweetheart, they both are. The reason it hurts the first time is when you’re penetrated and the hymen gets torn. That stings and there is some bleeding associated with it. Now, for some girls, they’re hymen has already been torn. Sometimes when you ride a bike, if you hit a bump it can cause it to tear. The girl might feel a little pain and she may see some blood in her panties which she might associate with her period. That’s why they are saying it doesn’t hurt the first time.”

“That’s fine Dad,” she said. “But what can I expect?”

I replied, “The only way to know for sure is to look at you and see if your hymen is intact.”

“Will you Dad?” she asked.

I was really on the spot here. I’ve seen every inch of the boys and even treated Steven and Ronnie’s rectum after they had been raped. I’d seen Angel when she first got here but made it a point to give her her privacy, now that she’s growing. “Are you sure you want me to do this? I can ask Paul to check when you have your physical.”

“Angel came over and said on my lap and wrapped her arms around me. She kissed my cheek and looked into my eyes. “You’re my Dad. You’ve seen every inch of me when I was little. There isn’t anyone I trust more or would want to see me there now. So yes Dad, I want you to look then tell me what I can expect.”

I decided that if Angel wanted me to be the one to do that, than I would honor her request. I had her go into my office and undress then hop up on the table. I did what I needed then said, “During your activities sweetheart, your hymen has been torn. I don’t think when Steven enters you the first time it will be overly painful.”

We came back out into the living room and my girl kissed me on the cheek then said, “Thanks Dad.”

I looked at them and said, “Just remember to go slow the first time and you should be alright.”

No sooner than Angel and Steven had finished talking with me when Jay and Ronnie came in. “We decided what we want for our birthday.”

I looked at the boys and said, “Alright guys, what have you decided.”

“We’d like to go to Florida for a week,” Jay said.

I hadn’t expected them wanting to go quite so far so I asked, “Well, what are you going to want for graduation?”

They looked at each other and Ronnie said, “A cruise?”

“Where in Florida do you want to go?” I asked still unsure about this.

Jay looked at me and said, “We were thinking of Ft. Lauderdale.”

It had been a number of years since I’d been there but it was a nice city and the beaches were filled with hot bodies that I knew both boys would drool over. “If you give me a date, I’ll make the arrangements.”

Ronnie suggested they go the week of his birthday and I said it was fine. I called the travel agent and made arrangements for Jay and Ronnie to fly round trip first class to Ft. Lauderdale and have a rental car. I got them a nice room over looking the beach on A1A and told them not to be having any wild parties there. When Jay heard that he said, “Dad, you know we’re not into partying. An orgy is another subject.”

I rolled my eyes and laughed. “I know you too better than that too.”

I called Paul at home and asked him if he would give Angel a physical and write her a prescription for birth control pills. He said I could bring her in any afternoon and he would be glad to do it. Two days later, I had her in Paul’s office and he did her examination.

On Steven’s birthday, I planned to take all four kids out to dinner at a fine restaurant. Since Jay and Ronnie weren’t going to be here for Ronnie’s birthday I wanted to do something special for everyone. All of the kids had bought presents for the others but Jay and Ronnie had special gifts for their sister and they wanted her to open that one before we left for dinner.

I was completely in the dark here. They hadn’t said anything to me about what she might want or what they finally decided on getting her. Everyone was in the living room when they walked in and each presented her with a beautifully gift wrapped box. The two boys said that Ronnie’s had to be opened first. I was really confused but very curious as to what they got her.

Angel carefully removed the ribbon and bow then set out to save the wrapping paper. Steven was getting impatient and said, “Just rip it sweetie.”

She just glared at him as she proceeded to remove the paper without tearing it. She carefully folded the paper then took the top off and removed the item inside. She gasped as she saw a white satin cover wrap and matching night gown. She started to tear up as she said, “Oh Ronnie, they’re beautiful. How did you know I’ve been looking for something like this?”

He kissed her on the cheek saying, “I’ve seen you looking at them when we’ve been shopping. Didn’t think I saw you, huh?”

She smiled at him then started opening Jay’s gift. Taking her time like she did with Ronnie’s, she finally had the wrappings off. She lifted the top and removed the item and started giggling and blushing all at the same time. Steven smiled as she held up and beautiful white silk teddy. Still blushing, Angel stood and kissed Jay on the cheek saying, “Thanks Jay. I won’t model it for you two.”

He grinned slyly and said softly, “Just model it for Steven.”

All she could do was blush when Jay said that. Steven hugged his brothers and said, “I can’t wait to see her in that.”

“We know,” they said in unison. “We love you little brother. You two enjoy yourselves but be careful.”

While this was going on, I went into my office and made sure I had my gifts for them. I came back out and said, “Alright my birthday kids, lets get going. I’m getting hungry.”

Angel put her gifts back in the boxes then we all headed out to the restaurant. When we arrived at the restaurant, we were taken back to a table that I had reserved. Our server came over with an ice bucket and inside, was a chilled bottle of champagne. He handed us menus then opened the champagne and poured everyone a glass. We place our order then started to exchange gifts.

Steven and Angel got Jay and Ronnie gold necklaces that said #1 Brother. Ronnie and Jay gave Steven some condoms not knowing Angel went on the pill. When he opened the little box he turned red and quickly closed it back. Jay looked at him and said, “That wasn’t the real gift we got you bro.”

They handed him a small box and Steven quickly opened it. Inside was a gold ring with and S on it. Steven put it on his finger and said, “This is great guys. Thank you.”

Steven handed his brother’s their birthday cards. When Jay and Ronnie opened them out fell two $100 bills for their trip to Ft. Lauderdale. I looked at them and said, “You might want to get travelers checks with some of that cash.”

They nodded their head and Steven said, “I would like to go last to give my gift to Angel.”

I wasn’t sure what he had in mind but I nodded then gave Jay and Ronnie their cards. When they opened them the found the credit cards I had taped inside. They smiled and said, “Thanks Dad.”

“That’s for your trip to Florida,” I said. “Just don’t go over board guys but I want you to have a good time.”

“We won’t do that Dad,” Ronnie said. “But we’ll have a good time.”

I knew what Steven had been wanting for several months. I handed him his card and a nicely wrapped box and he started smiling. He read the card then opened the gift. His eyes got big and he leaned over to hug me saying, “God Dad, it’s beautiful. I’ve wanted this watch for months. Thank you.”

I handed Angel her card and gift. After reading the card she carefully opened it and lifted the lid. “Oh my god Daddy,” she said as she saw the diamond pendant.”

I stood up and took it out of the box then placed it around her neck. “That’s beautiful Dad,” Jay said. “You look fantastic sis.”

Steven turned and handed Angel her card. She read it and had a tear in her eye. “That was beautiful sweetie,” she said kissing him on the cheek.

Steven then reached in his pocket and pulled out a box then said, “Angel, I started loving you the first day I met you five years ago. It wasn’t that much later that I fell in love with you.” He opened the box then said, “Angelina Martinez, will you marry me?”

We were all stunned by Steven’s announcement. Angel started crying then wrapped her arms around his neck kissing him. She finally found words then said, “Yes Steven, I will marry you.”

Steven took the ring out of the box and placed it on her finger. I reached for my glass and raised it saying, “Happy Birthday to all my wonderful children. Jay, Ronnie, today you both become men. Steven, you too just became a man by proposing to the woman you love. Angel my little girl, you’ve gone from my foster daughter to my soon to be daughter in law. You all make me proud every day. Cheers.”

We sipped their champagne as the waiter came with our meals. We all had a very enjoyable meal and then the waiter returned with a cake that had Happy Birthday Jay Ronnie Steven Angel. We all had a piece and there was enough left for a piece each later.

I paid the bill and took my family home. We got comfortable and went into the living room. I watched Jay and Ronnie cuddle together as did Steven and Angel then a sudden wave of emptiness came over me. I was remembering when one of them would be on my lap either to watch television or just to be there with Dad.

We watched a little television then Jay and Ronnie excused themselves and went to bed. On a commercial Angel got up and went into her room. Steven looked a little lost as she hadn’t said anything to him before leaving. About five minutes later, she returned wearing her white satin nightgown and her satin robe.

Steven’s jaw dropped and his eyes looked like they were doing to pop out of his head when he saw her. What Steven didn’t know was under her gown. Angel took the time to put the teddy on underneath and she knew he would really be drooling. Steven managed to find his tongue then say, “Wow my love, you look really sexy.”

When I heard that I sat up and got my own eyeful of Angel. I stood up and walked over to her saying, “He’s right love, you do look extremely sexy. Am I to assume that you two wish to be alone tonight?”

She just smiled at me. “Yes Daddy.”

I hugged her tight and said, “It’s hard to think my little girl is growing up. I love you both very much. Enjoy yourselves and I’ll see you in the morning.”

Steven came over to her and I kissed him before they headed to Angel’s room. I saw then walk hand and hand down the hall then Angel opened the door and the two of them disappeared inside then the door closed. I finished watching television then called it a night.

I woke early the next morning and I wanted to check on Angel and Steven but I decided to leave them alone. I went and fixed my coffee and was about to pour my first cup when I was joined by my two older boys. “Morning Dad,” Jay said as he went to the cupboard and got two more coffee cups.

“Morning son,” I said as Ronnie sat down waiting for his coffee. “Did you two sleep alright?”

“Slept fine,” Ronnie started. “And where are the two love birds this morning?”

“Still sleeping,” I said. “Look you two, I don’t want any remarks about what they might or might not have done.”

“Aw come on Dad,” Jay moaned. “Not even one?”

“No, nothing,” I said firmly. “Let me ask you this. Did they ever say anything after your first time?”

They looked at each other and dropped their heads. Ronnie looked up at me and said, “No Dad, they didn’t.”

I rubbed his head then said, “Then that’s how you should treat them too. Your brother is just as much in love with Angel as you two are with each other.”

The day went smoothly and the kids had fun out in the pool. Just before dinner the phone rang and Jay answered it. I was wondering if it was the hospital when I heard him say, “Hey Marco, how are you bro?”

“Fine Jay,” he said. “Is Pop there?”

I was walking into the living room when Jay said, “Here he is dude. Take care and I love you.”

“I love you too,” Jay replied as he handed me the phone.

“Hi there kiddo,” I said smiling. “How are you doing? Did you get the package I sent?”

“That’s why I’m calling,” Marco said. “Thanks for the wonderful gift. I love the watch. My birthday isn’t until next week.”

“I had to guess son,” I said sipping my coffee. “I don’t remember you telling me or reading it anywhere. I totally missed your 18th and I wasn’t going to do that again.”

“That’s OK Pop,” he said. “Are the others around? I’d love to talk with them.”

“Yeah they are,” I said getting Ronnie’s attention. “I think one of them will tell you something that will knock your socks off.”

Not knowing quite what to make of my last statement he said, “I can’t wait Pop.”

I said my good byes then handed the phone over to Ronnie. Ronnie and Marco talked for several minutes. I went and found Steven and Angel and told them Marco was on the phone and he wanted to talk with everyone.

When Steven talked with Marco he didn’t mention his proposing to Angel. As soon as Angel had the phone, those were the first words out of her mouth. She was smiling and said, “Hey Marco, you’ll never guess what happened last night.”

“I’m all ears love,” he said. “What happened?”

“Steven proposed to me?” she said smiling at Steven.

“No shit?” Marco said.

“Yeah,” she said excitedly.

“Oh Angel,” he said. “That’s great news. Have you set a date yet?”

“Not yet,” she said. “We might wait until Steven is out of college. He wants to be a vet. We don’t know just yet.”

“That sounds wonderful,” he said. “I better get an invitation.”

Angel giggled when she heard that and said, “Don’t worry Marco, you will.”

They talked for a few more minutes the Marco had to go. It was nice hearing from him again. He told me he was truly happy there with Paulo and his grades were better than they had ever been.

The next few weeks flew by and all too soon it was time for Jay and Ronnie to leave for Ft. Lauderdale. I thought it best if I drove them to the airport so their car wouldn’t be sitting in the parking lot for a week. We gave them hugs and watched them take off for a week of fun in the sun.

It took the boys about four hours to make the trip to Ft. Lauderdale and that included a 90 minute layover in Atlanta. After collecting their bags they made their way to the rental car agency. They presented the woman at the counter their driver’s licenses and Jay handed her his credit card. After picking up a map of the area, they were off to the hotel. It didn’t take them long to find A1A, also know as The Strip. Ronnie was looking for the hotel as well as the scenery when Jay said, “Hey bro, pay attention for the hotel.”

“I am,” Ronnie said adjusting the bulge in his pants.

Jay looked over at that time and said, “Sure you are. The lump in those jeans tells me otherwise.”

“You’re just mad you have to drive,” Ronnie said smiling. “There’s the hotel over on your left.”

Jay pulled into the parking lot and found a place to park. They got their bags then went to register. The guy behind the counter said, “May I help you?”

“Reservation for Sanchez,” Jay said quietly adjusting the growing bulge in his pants.

He handed Jay a registration card and while Jay was filling it out the young guy said, “Will this be cash or charge?”

Ronnie reached for his wallet saying, “Credit card.”

The guy ran the registration card over the credit card making an imprint on it. He went and got two keys then said, “You have room 431 gentlemen. It has a balcony over looking the beach. Drink machines and the ice machine is beside the elevator. Enjoy your stay.”

The boys went up to their room and looked out at the beach. They opened the sliding glass door and stepped out onto the balcony as Jay gasped at the sight below. Ronnie wrapped his arms around his lover and said, “Put your eyes back in your head.”

Jay started wiggling his butt against Ronnie’s crotch as he was talking. Jay tilted his head back and said, “Feels like something else wants to come out to play.”

Ronnie slid his hands down against his brother’s chest and worked one under his shirt as the other continued southward. He felt Jay’s jeans pushing outward so he stopped and undid the button and slid the zipper down and shoving his hand inside. “Lookie what I found?”

“What are you going to do about it?” Jay hissed as he turned around and started kissing his brother passionately.

Ronnie turned and led Jay back inside their room. “I have a few ideas.”

“Show me more,” Jay said just as the phone started ringing.”

To be continued...

Posted: 06/13/08