~*How Lisa & David Met*~

Thinking Back
After my shower, I make sure that my hair is perfect. My hair is dark brown with copper highlights throughout and midway down my back. I let the diffuser work its magic as my natural curly and wavy hair springs to life. Satisfied, I apply my loose powder makeup over my face and some MAC lip gloss. Today’s sun made my skin glow pink…yes, a sunburn, so I make sure that I put on some moisturizer to keep my skin from drying out and feeling painful. It’s not too bad since during the afternoon, David and I kept turning the big umbrella to keep in the shade. Walking over to the closet, I pick out a simple, form fitting black dress with straps that can look casual or dressy depending on what accessories I chose to go with it. Tigerley is a nice restaurant. Not too formal, but it still has a feeling of elegance. I spray a little perfume on a cotton ball and press it to my pulse points. I leave my hair down, I decide to place a Hawaiian flower behind my ear. **BEEP** The intercom sounds in the house. I quickly walk over to the speaker and say, “Yes?” “Lisa, it’s me. Shall I come to you? Or would you like to come to me?” David asks me. “I’ll come. I’m ready.” I say smiling. **I can’t wait!** I think in giddy anticipation. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~**~*~*~**~*~**~*~*~**~*~*~**~*~** I hurry and get my black strapped-healed sandals on. I’m 5’8” so I’m not worried I’ll tower over David. Rushing to the door I make a last minute check in the mirror and head out. Waiting in the driveway, David is leaning against his…Jeep. I begin to laugh as it sits next to my own Jeep. I could almost melt. He looks sooo good! His black sport coat went well with his blue shirt. His slacks fit nicely. What a pair we make. “You look nice, David.” I smile in response of his kiss on my cheek. I breathe in his cologne. His scent makes me feel…a quiver within my belly. A musk. Deep and warm. “Why thank you, Milady, as do you.” He says softly as he looks at me very closely. Walking me over to the Jeep, he opens the door for me. Getting in he starts up the vehicle and we are off. Arriving at the restaurant we are immediately seated. It is obvious that the Maitre d’ knows who David is. Kind of like when I’m with my mom and step-father; when we go out to dinner. We are seated as soon as we come in the door no matter how crowded the restaurant was. He’s a well known Chef down in Salt Lake City, so he often gets special treatment. Looking over the menu, I chose a grilled Teriyaki chicken, steamed vegetables, and ask for water with my meal. David orders his meal and asks that a bottle of champagne to be brought. This is a wonderful surprise since I actually do like champagne. Wine isn’t to my liking…unless I add half of it to 7-Up…thus making it like a wine cooler. I’m not a big drinker. Maybe once a year do I actually take a drink. We continue to talk over our dinner with easy conversation. “You know Lisa, I noticed that you haven’t asked me about my work. I know all about your job from what you’ve said.” David says to me in between bites of his smoked salmon. “I’m sorry. I’m quite interested about your work, actually. I just don’t ask about what people do out of habit. You see, when younger, just getting out of high school, I didn’t have plans for my life. At the end of my 11th year, we chose classes for the following year. I had picked a class that covered four class periods which would take me into a career when I graduated. Just before I registered for year 12, they canceled it without giving notice to the students. I was devastated. I was soo tired of school that I really wanted out, but with this class I had a way to still get my education and love it. So when I was finishing up my senior year, I didn’t have plans. “Then people asked me about if I was going to college or did I have a job lined up, I told them I had nothing…no plans. I saw the look on their faces. It felt like they were judging me…like the fact that I wasn’t going to do anything at that point made me …not worth their time. “As I noticed reactions similar to that over the course of the years following, with the jobs that I had, I felt like…oh I don’t know. I saw how it was with others as well. If someone had a great job or attended college, the people would react to them as if they were more important. That attitude that I witnessed first hand was …so fake. “I don’t care if a person works at a fast food joint or in a hospital or as a lawyer…they mean the same to me. Everyone is worth something to me. I don’t care what kind of paycheck someone pulls in. It’s about who you are inside that counts.” I say with a sigh of sadness. “I tend to agree with you on that. The world can be so superficial, especially the movie industry, and if you aren’t rolling in there along with them, you get pushed to the side.” He says with a nod. “I also didn’t ask since I’m sure just about everyone wants to hear about your experiences from working on The LOTR Trilogy, which by the way, happen to be my favorite movies. The books of course were brilliant, but actually seeing it come to life on screen was incredible!” I say enthusiastically. “They are at that. Tolkien had a keen intellect that I’ve seen in no other. To invent languages, people, histories of the people, the land, custom and cultures, is pure genius. I truly felt it a privilege to be a part of the films.” David says thoughtfully. “I think it would have been incredible to experience it. To be apart of it. I really thought that you and Sean Bean were good choices as brothers since you look quite like you could be.” I say seriously. I remember seeing for the first time when David’s character was introduced in The Two Towers. Both Sean and David were equally handsome, though I preferred David’s Faramir. I think briefly about my readings of the books and how much I felt for the character…when he got hurt…I was afraid he would die, but was relieved when he lived and happy that he fell in love with Eowyn. We discuss so much during the evening that it really was like I have known him for …forever. I never thought I would ever meet anyone like David. There were a few fans within the restaurant, coming over from time to time for an autograph. David handled it with ease while I sat back and watched him. For most of the evening he held my hand in his and when we were interrupted he would introduce me to his fans. I thought it interesting since I never thought he would do such a thing. I felt flattered that he thought enough to include me. After the check is brought to us, we head over to a local spot that has live music. With the beach as a backdrop, we take to the dance floor having a wonderful time. As a child I took dance, but absolutely, positively, do not think I’m a good dancer now. I mostly just let David twirl me around the dance floor. The singer is quite proficient and is pleasant to listen to. I laugh lightly when she begins to sing a song that I found quite sweet. Slow and beautiful. Ready To Fall, from the On The Line Soundtrack. David pulls me closer as we sway together while I softly sing the song to him under my breath. I get a feeling, I can't explain Whenever your eyes meet mine My heart spins in circles and I lose all space and time And now that we're standing face to face Something tells me, it's gonna be okay And I'm ready to fall in love tonight Ready to hold my heart open wide I can't promise forever, but baby I'll try Yes, I'm ready to fall in love tonight I know you've been watching, choosing the moment But I've been dreaming of that day No one before you has gotten to me this way And now that we're standing face to face There's something that I need to say I'm ready to fall in love tonight Ready to hold my heart open wide I can't promise forever but baby I'll try Yes, I'm ready to fall in love tonight Nothing is certain, this I know Wherever we're headed, I'm ready to go I can't promise forever but baby I'll try Yes I'm ready to fall... in love tonight Yes I'm ready to fall... in love tonight Yes I'm ready to fall... in love tonight David listens to me with a smile on his face. As the song finishes he dips me and I look at him. He’s gazing at me with his blue eyes…I can’t describe. He’s happy, he’s looking at me with such a romantic touch. He brings me up and twirls me around before putting me down with a kiss. Other couples around give a soft applause and chuckle at us. I hear an older couple talk quietly. “So in love.” I catch as if it drifts over us on a breeze. I giggle softly as I feel a blush touch my cheeks. David tilts his head back with a laugh. “You blush more than any other person I’ve known.” And of course I blush further which brings more laughter. He brings me into a hug and he kisses my forehead. “I love it.” He says sotto voce, before taking my hand and walking off the dance floor. Already midnight, we head back to my place. Getting out and walking to my door, David helps me out. Walking me over to the door, he squeezes my hand in his. “I had a fabulous time with you tonight. Thank you for coming out with me. It’s been a long time since I’ve enjoyed the company of someone special.” “Aww, thank you, David. I loved tonight too. I don’t believe I’ve ever had such a lovely evening with anyone. I’m glad we went out. It really was nice. Are we still on for tomorrow?” I ask grinning. “Most definitely. What shall we do? Shopping? Lunch? Take in a film?” He inquires watching my reaction to each. “Anything will be good. Even sitting on the porch enjoying a glass of iced tea. Oh, I have a fabulous TV room in my little guest house. We could watch a DVD or two if you want some quiet.” I mention, remembering that I was impressed with the 50 something inch HGTV with loaded sound system and more movies than a Blockbuster Video can carry. Nodding with my idea, he says, “We could do that. It would get us out of the sun.” Frowning slightly as he touches my sunburned shoulder and then my cheek. “We would also be out of the prying eyes of photographers as well. Did you notice the photographer this afternoon and while we were dancing? I’m afraid he captured some juicy picture of us on the beach. Don’t worry, he most likely doesn’t know who you are or where you’re from.” David reassures me as he observes my eyes growing larger with his statement. I felt a little bad thinking I gave the tabloids something to use against David. I really could care less if I was involved…but I don’t want David’s life to be more difficult. Giving him a hug I tell him, “No worries that can’t be forgotten. We can do whatever.” I look into my handbag and get my little notebook with pen. “Here’s my cell number. You can call me whenever you wish. We can start early or wait until the afternoon.” “Great. I’ll ring you up and we can go from there.” He pockets the number and leans down to my lips. His fingers slip under the shoulder strap of my dress. The warmth of his hand causes me to kiss his harder, a more intense. My heart feels like it’s ready to run as its rhythm increases. Not holding back, I let myself get lost in him. His response is of passion. He leans my back against the door while holding my body close to his. I feel myself moan against his lips. The kisses shared before were nothing compared to now. The heat is rising within me that I know he feels it too. I feel his hand on my back as I move my hand on his lower back. Reaching behind to his neck I message it as I feel David’s tongue playfully play upon my lips. At this, I have to release our passionate embrace. Going any further wouldn’t be a good idea. David releases me with a smile and a sigh. “Good idea” He says. I return his look. It’s playful. “I’ll see you tomorrow then.” I say and kiss him quickly on his cheek before I head inside. Leaning against the closed door, I let out a breathy giggle absolutely delighted with everything. "Wow! He is so, so sweet! Such a first-rate kisser too!” I whisper softly as I fan myself. Walking through the house and out to the guest house I set the alarms. Everything has gone so well on my vacation that I feel so happy. Reaching the bedroom I undress and get ready for bed. Pulling on my silken cami and matching bottoms, I rub Aloe Vera gel into my skin. Sitting on the edge of the canopy bed, I switch off the light and get under the covers. Closing my eyes, my last thoughts are of him, David. With a hint of a grin, I drift off into a peaceful slumber. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ As the days and eventual weeks follow, we spend about every waking hour with each other exploring the island and learning about each other. I cherish each day that we have together, yet I can’t help be a little sad as my time on the Island of Maui is coming to a close. I have met someone who has changed my life in so many ways. He has made me feel like a beautiful, sensual, intelligent, and a wanted woman. No man has made me feel this way. We have talked about every aspect of our lives. I don’t want to even think about saying goodbye. How can we stay in touch when we live so far away from each other? I live in the Continental US …in Utah and he…in Australia. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~
Chapter 4