September 17th (Thursday)…
All apologies for typos and as always as close as I could get it…
SF Happenings…
THE SPAULDING MANSION…
Philip is outside Bill comes up with a box and says I…I got Alan's ashes…um…here he is. Philip slowly takes the box and says thanks. Philip asks did you um… check? Bill says they did no… no I do you think I should? Philip says I should. Bill asks do want to be alone? Philip answers no… he takes the box out and opens the lid, taking a deep breath. Bill says boy it's strange a life as big as Alan Spaulding's was ends up in this little box. Philip closes the box and says to Bill that is why you gotta make the most of every single day.
COMPANY…
Buzz is on the phone…he gets a call yells outside to Daisy, who is sweeping… phone!! She picks up it is the Administration Office at Berkley a Mr. Fenton he informs here that she has been accepted for the fall semester. She says a what? He says yes a spot opened and your name was next on the list. She says oh my gosh!! Doesn't the fall semester start soon…he says yes on Monday. She says I… I don't know if I have the cash … to get there. He says so then you don't want the spot …(Buzz is listening in)… she says ah…no, no I…I do it's just such a… a big surprise, can I have some time to think. He says Miss LaMay I can give you 4 hours and then I have to move on to the next person ok. She says oh…ok… can I have your number.. 510-555-6688. She says ok, ok I'll call you back… Buzz glances out the window at her.
CROSS-CREEK…
Jonathan is drinking orange juice out of the container…Reva comes in and says hey…Hey!!! Save some for me and don't drink it out of the carton… He says ok, ok easy there…she takes the carton looks at it and takes a drink. He says Sarah and I need to find someplace to live here. She asks can't you stay here? He looks at her and asks what are you stoned?! She says no…I have room and a yard and you are pretty handy to have around here. She smiles… and pokes him. He smiles back and says in case you haven't noticed I'm too old to be living with my mother. She sigh and says oh I know but I thought I'd give it a shot.
A CONSTRUCTION SITE…
Billy is working on something Josh comes around the corner very happy. Billy smiles says hey there buddy you look chipper today. Josh says he is he has a plan…Billy says yeah I know you told me you are going down to Venezuela. Josh smiles shakes his head and says no, no that was the old plan…I mean the new plan. Billy, interest sparked asks new plan? Josh says Alan's death got me thinking life is short… you have to go out and go after, pursue what you want…it worked for you. Billy says me… yes you…you just married the love of your life…Billy smiles and says yes I did and… so you're saying? Josh says I need you to help me kidnap Reva so that I can marry the love of my life!!
Billy says Woah…what… kidnap Reva?! Josh says yes do you have a problem with it? Look you told me to do it a year ago before she married Jeffery, to just throw her in the truck and tell her…to marry her. She's the love of my life I know that and you know that… Billy says yeah we know that but does she know that? He says she will know when she's with me. Billy says look a lot has happened in a year… Reva might not be ready. Josh says I can't wait Billy if you don't help me I'll do it myself. He gets into his truck… Billy doesn't move… Josh says chicken…you look like a big guy but you are a chicken….
Josh drives away damned and determined Billy watches him go…
COMPANY…
Buzz sits by Daisy on the steps to the boarding house… he says you are going to go right? She says grandpa you were listening in on my call?! He says I'm the grandpa it's my prerogative…go…go!!! She says oh I…I don't know there is a lot going on here right now. He says go… she asks yeah? He says yeah go ok?! She has to talk to James He says so talk to James and then…GO!!
THE SPAULDING MANSION…
Alex sits in the dining room two cups of untouched coffee in front of her. Philip walks in and looks at her, he smiles sadly and asks can I have one? She is running her finger along both cups she smiles says sure one is yours, and slowly pushes it towards him. She says a far away …sad…look of longing in her eyes… I…I used to pour Alan his cup …I…I could always tell when he was one his way down… she looks off towards the stairs. Philip says you took good care of him. She says looking back at him as if startled from the moment we… we took care of each other in our own special way. Philip says we…ah…we are going to go to the lake soon unless you need a little more time. She says no, no I'm ready to get…on with it. He holds out his arm, she takes it and they walk out together.
COMPANY…
Blake and Frank are looking through the baby name book; they are in a round booth with Christina… Blake says I think Blake is a great name. Frank says we already did the B's She says I'm going back to the Bs. Chris looks over and smiles. Frank says I'm just going to let Natalia pick. I need to move on… Chris says yes you do and you know what else you need…a lady, Blake smiles raising an eyebrow. Cyrus comes over with cookies fresh out of the oven says try these. Frank asks what is it with you and cookies today are you auditioning foe a cooking show or something. Chris says he is trying to impress a lady…Blake thinks it's nice… Chris says Frank you could take some pointers from him.
CROSS -CREEK…
Jonathan, Sarah, Marina, Shayne, and Henry are all sitting around the picnic table… Reva is standing she laughs says pass out the chicken …who wants cole slaw?! Josh approaches he is behind her watching her… Shayne looks up and says hey dad!! Reva turns to Josh catching him all up in her smile…eyes lighting up she says fantastic… you Shayne's message then…good!! Josh says ah…no , no I didn't. She puts her spoon down and walks up to him and says yeah he suggested we all spend more time together as a family so he grabbed some chicken and brought Marina and Henry, and Jonathan's here with Sarah… and here you are. She smiles…he looks sad but she doesn't notice… she asks and you know what else…you were right… I needed to save myself and I am… I am trying so hard. Not yet but…I'm getting closer everyday!! He nods says softly good for you…good. You…she pokes his chest you… poking him again and smiling she says … you know what I wanted…you did. Come on… she coaxes him along playfully come have some chicken with us…sit… he goes with Reva.
RICKS PLACE…
A huge moving van pulls up… out pile Danny, Michelle, and the kids. Rick says ok what's this I see a big truck… Michelle squeals we are moving back!!!! She grabs a hold of Rick hugging him. We didn't want to call we wanted to surprise you!!! You missed me didn't you?! Rick is smiling says what a great idea. Danny rolls his eyes and says you won't think so when you see how much she packed. They hug and kiss… Rick says I'll help you unload it all if you cook. Michelle says no way we just drove across country you are buying tonight!!! They all hug again…and laugh!!
OUTSIDE…
Remy is on his cell he says does the insurance cover my wife it should…what…are you kidding me… no way!! He snaps his cell shut and says unbelievable!!! Olivia walks by she pauses and asks what's up? He says apparently I'm not married, she says that ok neither am I. He says no, no there is no record at the insurance company. She says well that's easy go down to City Hall they'll have it on record and give you a copy. He says when we got married at Bill and Lizzie's wedding I guess we ah never filed a marriage license. She looks at him and says oh… nope you're not married and walks away… ugh!!
A BUILDING SOMEWHERE…
Jeffery has called Jonathan he asks hey how's Reva? Jonathan says good she's dishing out cole slaw. He says I got Edmund. Jonathan says great now come on home. Jeffery says not great I mean I got him in the sense that I tracked him down to a warehouse that I think he is using as headquarters and I think I can get a shot off from the building next door. Jonathan says great get the shot off and then come home. Jeffery says that's the plan… snapping the cell shut… he looks concerned.
THE CONSTRUCTION SITE…
Josh pulls in …alone… Billy smiles, chuckles says sooo… where's yer girl?! Josh says not here. Billy says really looking around she's not hiding out somewhere…crouched down in the back? He's teasing… Josh says go ahead and say it… just say it… I told you so or whatever. Billy smiles and says tell me what happened. Josh sits beside him and says she isn't ready yet. His voice catches and tears rise in his eyes… he says…proud for her…she's come a long way, she's finding herself again… but the kids were all around her and I couldn't take her away from that. Billy asks what are you going to do? Josh says I…I don't know I mean I still have to find a life for myself. Billy smiles he says good, do it… Josh looks at his brother, who adds… who know maybe she'll come along then…
RICK'S PLACE…
Ed sits in the kitchen reading… at the counter. Rick carries in a box he says you know dad, pausing, everyone is moving back here. You don't want to sty in California by yourself. He says I didn't say that was my plan. Rick adds you could help me with these boxes… Ed says I'm reading. Rick mumbles I'm going to charge you rent!!!
THE TOP OF A BUILDING…
Jeffery looks down onto the road below… he sees a car pull up and into a garage…it's Edmund. He watches waiting… he stands and begins to load his gun…
BY THE WATER….
Lillian sees Buzz sitting on the rocks; she says you beat us here. He says I wanted to have a moment alone…the world…the world seems different without Alan in it. She says sadly yeah…yeah it does…
Lizzie and Bill arrive she says I love this spot… Bill says I think Alan liked it here too. She says he'd like it anywhere as long as we were all happy together.
Beth and James arrive she says this is so not what I expected Alan would want. James says yeah I guess we didn't all know him as well as we thought we did.
Alex arrives on Philip's arm… he asks are you going to be ok? Her voice carried on tears answers oh…I have to be. Philip says he loved you more then anybody. She says not more then you sweetheart.
They all gather together by the waters edge on a sandy sunny beach to bid farewell to Alan….
(SECOND HALF)
REMY AND CHRISTINA'S PLACE…
Remy comes in Chris comes out of the bathroom. He laughs nervously and says hey…you ah… you are gonna think this is funny … you'll have a good laugh. I ah, I checked the insurance b/c well you weren't feeling well earlier and ah well when I called you were not covered b/c well we are not married. It's not on record we forgot one thing…we forgot a license so ah we are not married… he says quickly…not legally but… it's funny right. He smiles like a caught little boy. Straight faced she says yeah a real crack up… we better get one and clear this up fast!! He looks at her and asks what's wrong? She says see this stick… it says yes. He says what does that mean? She smiles says we are pregnant… oh my goodness…
OUTSIDE MEL'S BUILDING…
Mel is going to meet her parents but Cyrus comes up. They talk…. She seems pleased to see him. He has brought her cookies for her birthday. She asks how did you know? He says I looked it up. She says you brought me cookies…smiling… he says yep and this…they kiss… uh-oh…
CROSS-CREEK…
Reva is on her cell as the others play with the kids. She says Cassie that's great, I'll tell him… I/L/Y too… I miss you. She calls Jonathan over and says she has the perfect place for him to leave…come on…
ALAN'S MEMORIAL…
Everyone is gathered the way Alan wanted them. Philip looks up and says all right dad we are all here…together… just the way you wanted it. Beth says someone should say something…. Philip says sure…I said my goodbyes earlier though. Buzz…he says what I don't think so…. Lillian encourages him…Philip says you would be perfect dad would like it.
Buzz says your dad he isn't in there… he couldn't fit in there he's too big for any place. He is gone … somewhere…I can feel him out there. Alan…no I just can't imagine SF without you…you brought out the worst and the best in all of us. You made us fight against you and you…you were a strong constant. I could never say goodbye to you … none of could b/c each of us found a piece of ourselves b/c of you. I'll miss you….(Bravo)
Good? Good. Everyone takes some ashes in hand… first Buzz and Lillian scatter theirs over the water… then James, Lizzie, Beth, Alex, and last Philip…who bends to the water touches his fingers to his lips and touches the water with it… Alex says softly… good-bye… my brother… they all begin to cry…
Philip stands alone on the beach… James walks up …Philip says James… he asks do you…want to be alone dad? Philip smiles says no…do you? Philip answers I don't know…I miss him… Philip looks at James sees the Frisbee and smiles. He backs up a bit…James smiles and throws it… he and Philip begin to play laughing… Philip watches James miss it pick it up and run free. He claps…they smile at each other…
And everywhere you go…
So will I…
COMPANY…
Rick comes in sees Frank at the lap top…he says hey big guy I need dinner for six the family moved back… try to make it under fifteen dollars…lol. Franks says wait a second… Rick says you still after that girl she keeps saying no. You better stop before she gives you a broken heart. He says she didn't say know she had other plans… I'm gonna ask her out she either says yes or she breaks my heart…
Blake is in the kitchen on her laptop… 'Would you like to go get coffee later?' She smiles types hits send.
Rick says hey, hey come here…she said more then yes she wants to meet you in the park…do you have a dog that always helps. Hey you better go change your shirt…he says sniffing…oh you are right!!
Remy and Chris rush in, in a panic… has anyone seen Mel!!!!
MEL'S ROOM…
Mel and Cyrus emerge from under the blankets … that was amazing… yes…I'm starving… he asks room service… she suggests the cookies… he says you'd be better off to starve. She smiles says it'll take 30 minutes… he pulls her…giggling…back under the covers.
MARINA'S PLACE…
Josh walks up Shayne and Marina are sitting outside at the table playing with Henry… Josh says hey guy… Shayne expresses he is glad his dad came by. Josh plays with Henry… Shayne says say hi to Grandpa. Josh's face lights up… Shayne hands Henry to Marina and says here go to mama. He says I'm glad I got to see you before you were gone. Josh says I'm not going all that far. Ok… Marina says pictures with your grandson!! All three she laughs yes as Josh holds Henry and Shayne stands beside him…she says ok one alone… the baby looks away. Josh says oh now you wanna look over there huh? Shayne says Henry…. Henry over here… Henry looks up at Josh grabbing his lip in his little fingers. Marina in tears says I got that I did!! Josh says his voice catching send me these ok…she says yes tears in her eyes… she takes the baby back. Shayne faces Josh… Josh smiles says I thought you wanted a handshake… he says no… they hug… so sad both teary says I/L/Y… I/L/Y too. Josh says I'm…I'm so proud of you son… he takes Shayne's face in his hands and kisses his forehead. They look into each others eyes… father and son… ok…TY… Josh walks away. Shayne and Marina fight back tears…
THE COTTAGE…
Reva takes Jonathan to the home Cassie bought for him and Tammy. She says she wanted to give it to you both and then… he says I know how the story went… She said after Tammy died she couldn't get rid of it…I talked to her and she wants you and Sarah to live here. He says, in tears she said ok? Reva in tears says she said she'd like it and she is sure Tammy would like it too. Here are the keys… go look around.
THE ROOFTOP…
Jeffery is ready…he sees Edmund and aims… suddenly he is jumped a fight ensues but his gun has been lost. He and the man struggle Jeffery finally over takes him.
He looks over the edge to gun resting a little ways below... Edmund smiles looking up at him from the other building. He says your guns gone … he laughs…and it's a long way down Mr. O'Neill I might not recommend going down for it. Don't kid yourself you love the thrill of the chase just like I do... it's who I really am…and you we are not really all that different. Jeffery O'Neill the hunter, the operative, the 'lone wolf'…you do like it. Jeffery counters what I like is taking out the bad guy. Edmund says no…we are a lot alike we love danger, the rush, it's a high we live on…living on the edge. Jeffery says I like danger…I like the rush…I like the high I get from killing you. Edmund smiles completely sure of himself basking in the thrill of the game and asks, and then what are you going to do? He says go home.
Edmund laughs… blows him a kiss and walks away into the darkness. Jeffery looks after him…
RICK'S PLACE…
He calls out foods here… Danny and Michelle rush up to him…finally. Rick says it is so good to yell that and have others come running… where are the kids?! Danny says they found your video games we'll never see them again!! Where is dad… Michelle says oh, he had something to do…
AN APARTMENT…
Ed knocks on the door… Holly answers… she smiles and says well this is a pleasant surprise. He smiles says good. She asks what are you doing here? He says I came to see you. She offers come in… he counters no, I can't no time I'm leaving to go on a whirlwind trip around the world an open ended tour. She says oh… he adds with you. She looks at him… he says life is too short Holly please say yes … come on. She smiles says how long…. How long do I have to pack? He breathes a sigh of relief and euphoria… ah yes!! Ah… ten minutes. She looks inside and says fifteen… He meets her eyes and says I will be right here waiting to carry your bags. She smiles right back at him and rushes inside!!
(That was awesome)!!
THE WATER…
Beth walks up to Philip and says hey…smiling…he says hey taking her hand. She says James seems ok. He laughs said he made me look like an old man out here playing…so I'd say he is pretty happy. She asks looking up at him are you ok? He says taking a deep breath in some ways I am sadder then I have ever been in my whole life, and in others I have never been so at peace. She says Alan; he did what he wanted to do. Philip smiles and says like always… he did, he wanted to save me…to save all of us…to finally be brave… and he was… they look at the water…kiss and hug…
THE SPAULDING MANSION…
Alex sits, Bill gets her a drink he asks how you holding up? She says I'm fine. Lizzie says you keep saying that but you know you don't have to be. Hilda interrupts she says excuse me Miss Spaulding there is someone here who needs to see you. She says … confused who was… Fletcher walks in and says hello beautiful… Alex stands… I heard about Alan over the AP and I knew you could use to see a friend… she rushes to him and collapses into his arms he hold her as she wraps her arms around his neck and fro the first times cries her heart out for Alan…
(OMG I just wanted to stand up and clap… BRAVO!!!! That is so something my husband would do!!!)
Outside Daisy tells James about Berkley. He says go… she asks what about you…he smiles says I'm rich I'll come to visit…go!! She smiles leans in and he smiles back as catches him up in a kiss.
THE CONSTRUCTION SITE…
Josh comes by…Billy says Josh hey when are you leaving? He says in a couple of hours, I have said just about all of my goodbyes that I needed to say. First I'm going to Tulsa… Billy smiles the new wing right… he says yeah…quietly…then I'll figure out what to do from there. Billy says so um could you use some help packing? Josh smiles says that would be good… ok arm in arm the brothers walk away…
THE COTTAGE…
Jonathan stands alone outside fighting back tears that just won't settle for anything less then falling… he says hey Tammy are you up there… he tells her about what Reva and Cassie said about how he and Sarah are going to live in the house they are staying… in this place…their place …with Sarah… if it's ok with her. He looks up and cries but I'm sure it is…. Reva comes out the door and asks who are you talking to…he tries to brush away his emotion… says Tammy… and you got no right to say anything… he tries to warn… as she says oh really… now why would I say anything? She catches his eyes … he says so we are ah… moving in… she starts to cry with him and says welcome home…. He hugs her and they cry together…
Jonathan and Sarah are finally where they belong…
TOMORROW ON GUIDING LIGHT…
(I cannot believe it is the last time I'll type that…)
A montage of characters and hugs as SF bids us and we bid SF Farewell…
As far as I'm concerned they will always go on just with our view hidden to everything but our vivid imaginations… here to hoping there could still be many tomorrows…
Spring Field Farewell Happens here….
Have a great Thursday…
Keep smiling..
Enjoy the Light….
