The Caseys: Family Life, Part...

By OneChicagobyA

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Sequel to the Short-Story "The Caseys: Parenthood Begins" Matt and Gabby are now home with their sons. This i... More

Welcome Home
Chapter Two
Chapter Three
Chapter Four
Pregnancy + Butter + Sun = A Disaster in the Making
Chapter Six
Chapter Seven
Chapter Eight
Chapter Nine
Preparing for a Weekend of Romance
One Last Half-Hour of Girl Time
Romantic Getaway: Day One, Part One
Romantic Getaway: Day One, Part Two
Romantic Getaway - Day One, Part Three
A Halstead Family Get Together, Part One
FLASHBACK: Jay & Alex's Romantic Night, Part One
FLASHBACK: Jay & Alex's Romantic Night, Part Two
Are You Okay Alex?
The Casey-Halstead Clinic for Mental Health
Romantic Getaway: Day One, Part Four
Romantic Getaway - Day One, Part Five: A Sunset Meal and Cuddle
Romantic Getaway: Day One, Part Six: Romantic Bath
Romantic Getaway: Day One, Part Seven
Chapter Twenty-Three
Romantic Getaway: Day Two, Part One
Romantic Getaway: Day Two, Part Two
A Deep Dive into Matt's PTSD - Part One: Pre-Medication
A Deep Dive into Matt's PTSD, Part Two
Romantic Getaway: Day Two, Part Five Interrupted - Part One
Romantic Getaway: Day Two, Part Five Interrupted - Part Two
Romantic Getaway: Day Two, Part Five: Interrupted
Romantic Getaway - Day Two, Part Six: The Cuddling Continues
GABBY DREAM: Father's Day 2019
Romantic Getaway - Day 2, Pt. 7: Lunch Date
Romantic Getaway: Day 2, Pt. 7: Post-Lunch Cuddles
Romantic Getaway, Day 2 - Part 8: Revisiting RV Conversations
Romantic Getaway - Day 2, Pt. 9: Ocean Fun Time
Romantic Getaway - Day Two, Part Ten
Romantic Getaway - Day 2, Pt. 11: Pillow Talk and a Shower
Chapter Thirty-Six: Noah, Part One
Noah, Part Two
Welcome Home Noah
Chapter Thirty-Nine
Chapter Forty
All's Good
Chapter Forty-Two, Part One
Chapter Forty-Two, Part Two
You, and The Boys are My Dream
Chapter Forty-Four, Part One
Chapter Forty-Four, Part Two
Strategy Sessions: Our Legal Strategy
Chapter Forty-Six
Post-Press Conference
MATT DREAM: Matt's Birthday 2020 with Emilia
Chapter Forty-Nine: Emilia and Andy
I Don't Want to Be Apart...I Want to Be in Your Arms
Do You Blame Me?
Relaxing and Conversing in the Living Room
A Secured Washroom Break-turned-Impromptu Press Conference
Welcome to California
Chapter Fifty-Five
Chapter Fifty-Six, Part One
Chapter Fifty-Six, Part Two
Chapter Fifty-Seven
How Long are We Staying in California?
Leaving for the Beach
Beach Day, Part One
Beach Day, Part Two
Beach Day, Part Three
What Does This Mean for Us?
Celebrating the Deal, Part One
Celebrating the Deal, Part Two
Happy Birthday Gabby, Part One
Sharing the News, Part One
Sharing the News, Part Two
How to Balance
Our Living Situation: Jay & Alex
Our Living Situation: Will, Natalie, and PJ (1)
Our Living Situation: Will, Natalie, and PJ (2)
No E-mails Today, Part One
No E-mails Today, Part Two
All Together Now, Part One
All Together Now, Part Two
The Caseys Get Ready for a Swim
Jay & Alex Get Ready for a Swim
Birthday R&R: Cleaning Up
Birthday R&R: A Conversation with Ramon
The Name Game - Round Two: Brainstorming
The Name Game - Round Two: Grace Elizabeth Casey
Nap Time, Business Time
Birthday Family Cuddle Time, Part One
Birthday Family Cuddle Time, Part Two
Casey Police Work: Designing a Car
Post-Morning Sickness Shower
Post-Morning Sickness Snack
Fast Asleep
Taking it Easy for the Night
A Morning Walk on Playa San Juan Leighton
Getting Comfortable, Part One
Getting Comfortable, Part Two
How We'll Make It Work, Part One
How We'll Make It Work, Part Two
Taking it Easy, Part One: In the Shower
Taking it Easy, Part One: Getting Cozy in Bed
Pregnancy Diary #2: Grace Elizabeth Casey
Painting a Nursery?
Taking it Easy - Part Two: Lunch
Taking it Easy - Part Two: You Did What Now?
Taking it Easy: Not Rushing It
ELLA Apparel
One Baby Girl, Two Lovers, Three Nights, Four Seasons
Grace and Done?
Worrying News
Get Out of Here
Cedars-Sinai, Part One
Cedars-Sinai, Part Two
Change of Plans, after a Drama-Filled Day
No Sex, Please
A Night of Rest and Relaxation
Long Night
Congratulations Future Mom, Part One
Congratulations Future Mom, Part Two
Chapter One Hundred: Making Breakfast, Part One
Chapter One Hundred: Making Breakfast, Part Two
Breakfast in Bed, as Requested
Let the Cuddling Begin: Stripping Down
Let's Cuddle (and be Honest with Each Other)
Checking in with the New Parents (All of Them), Part One
Checking in with the New Parents (All of Them), Part Two
Daddy's Back, and Ready to Relax - Part One
Daddy's Back, and Ready to Relax - Part Two
You Okay?
FLASHBACK: Last Morning in Chicago
Lingerie Lunch in Bed with Matteo, Part One
Cuddling (and Eating) in Bed with Matteo, Part Two
Expertise and Regrets: The Expertise
Expertise and Regrets: The Regrets
Heart Stopping, Plan Changing News
Is This Really a Good Idea?
Comforting and Talking: Not Going
Comforting and Talking: Remind me Who I'm Married To?
MATT DREAM: Grace
Grace Casey
Kyle and Stephen Severide
A Toast to Fatherhood
Struggles
Family Time, Bedtime - Part One
Family Time, Bed Time - Part Two
Pre-Business Meeting Shower
Pre-Business Meetings Cuddles
Reversal: Talking Business in Bed
Hi Beautiful, Hi Handsome
Postpartum Time
Office Conversations
Post-Breakfast Cuddles and Conversations
The Conversations Continue
A Walk on the Beach with the Boys
Home Sweet Home
Lunch Time Cuddles and Podcasts, Part One
Lunch Time Cuddles and Podcasts, Part Two
Time to Strip Down, and Relax in Bed - Part One
Time to Strip Down, and Relax in Bed - Part Two
Day Five
Hey, You're Okay - Part One
Hey, You're Okay - Part Two
Aloha Sexy Thing
Welcome Back to Hawaii: 21st Floor, CEO's Office
Welcome Back to Hawaii: 25th Floor Penthouse
We Have Time
A Weekend Alone is Exactly What we Need - Part One
A Weekend Alone is Exactly What we Need - Part Two
Where is Our Forever Home
Matt Daydream - Part One
Matt Daydream - Part Two
Hawaii is Our Forever Home, Part One
Hawaii is Our Forever Home, Part Two
How are Jay, Alex, and the Twins? - Part One
How are Jay, Alex, and the Twins? - Part Two
A Night of Rest and Relaxation Only, Part One
A Night of Rest and Relaxation Only, Part Two
Time, Part One
Time, Part Two
Tripler Army Medical Center, Part One
Tripler Army Medical Center, Part Two
You Fell Asleep in My Arms
They Had to Restart your Heart
The Start of Part Two

A Deep Dive into Matt's PTSD - Part One: Post-Medication

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He just finished taking his medication this morning, which is something that he should've done when he first woke up; but unfortunately, there were some days that he forgot to do at times. And he felt horrible about that. Just looking at his wife, he let out a sigh as he thought that she was disappointed in him. "Hey, what is that sigh all about Matt?" Matt then looked at his beautiful wife when she said that. "You aren't disappointed about the fact that I didn't take my medication this morning?" Gabby smiled as she heard Matt ask her that, as that wasn't something that she was worried about. Rather, all that mattered to her that he took them. "Matt, all that matters to me at the end of the day is that you take the medication that you need to take. Whether you take it right when you wake up, or if you take it later; I really don't care about that." Matt agreed with his wife when she said that, smiling as he made his way over to Gabby so that he can join her in bed. After all, that was exactly what he wanted to do with his wife right now. He wanted to lay down in bed with Gabby so that they can continue the conversation that they were having, about his PTSD.

However, there's another thing that Gabby is going to mention; and that's the fact that her husband brought his phone into the washroom with him, which makes her believe that he also checked his e-mails. "Did you check your work e-mails while you were in there?" Matt bit his lip when Gabby asked him whether he checked his e-mails, before setting his phone down on his charger. "If I did, would you be okay with that?" Gabby snickered as she heard Matt ask her that, because she is okay with it. She knows that her husband does need to make sure that the company runs efficiently for the sake of their employees. "I know that we have employees to take care of at the same time, so we can't always be off the grid too long." Matt agreed with his beautiful wife when she said that, before proceeding to adjust his boxers; after which, he smiled at his girl as she really looked sexy in her lingerie that she was wearing for him. "Damn, I still love the sight of that lingerie that you're wearing for me right now." Gabby agreed with Matt, smirking. "I know you do, and I am sure that you want to run your hands all over it; so, are you going to join me in bed now?" Matt agreed, smirking.

Opening the covers, Matt smirked as he proceeded to make his way into his bed with his beautiful wife; who just so happens to also be both the woman he loves more than anything in the entire world, and the mother of his children. Just slipping close to his gorgeous wife in the center of their bed, Matt smirked as he once again closed the covers on top of the both of them. Afterwards, he wrapped his arm around her back and smirked due to the fact that he knows that Gabby loves it when he holds her in his arms. Just bringing his beautiful wife against his chest, Matt smiled as he felt her wrap her arms around his back. After which, she leaned in and proceeded to kiss Matt softly. Taking things nice and slow with the man she adores, I love you; and I am so proud of the fact that you are opening up to me, I want to make sure that I say that." Matt agreed with Gabby when she said that, before pushing a strand of hair behind her ear. Moving his hand to the side of her head, Matt smiled as he kissed her forehead softly; after which, Matt smiled as he kissed her softly. Just taking things slow with his girl, Matt smiled as he is very happy with his gorgeous wife. "So, where were we in this conversation?"

Gabby smiled when Matt asked her where they were in the conversation that they were having with each other. "I think that we were actually taking a break in the conversation, and we were going to share a nice kiss with each other." Matt smirked as he heard Gabby say that, before grabbing the covers and adjusting them on top of the both of them; after which, he wrapped his arm around Gabby before tugging her against his chest. After which, Gabby slipped her legs in between his; and let's just say that was exactly what Matt wanted right now, he wanted to have his wife right against him. Running his hand up and down Gabby's side, Matt smirked as he leaned in and then proceeded to kiss his beautiful wife softly. Just taking things nice and slow with Gabby, Matt smirked due to the fact that this is exactly what he wants to do right now. He wants to take things slow with his gorgeous wife, and he wants to do it each and every day for the rest of his life. "I love you, and I hope you know that." Gabby agreed with Matt when he said that, before smiling at him. "And that's why you need to be open with me baby, especially now that we're going to start with the other topics."

Matt agreed with Gabby when she said that, before proceeding to kiss her forehead softly. "I just hope that you know that we can skip over Hallie's death if you don't..." Gabby shook her head. "No, I want to talk about it; because it's part of your PTSD. In fact, I think that's where we were right now. Or do you want to do Andy's death first?" Matt took a breath when he heard Gabby ask him that. "We already did talk about it a bit..." Gabby agreed with her husband, before clarifying when she means. "Hey, I'm just giving you a chance to talk to me about whatever you need to talk to me about; and that means everything baby. I mean that." Matt sighed as he heard Gabby say that, before going ahead with talking about these harder topics with his wife. "Let's get Hallie's death out of the way, as I hate the idea of talking to you about my ex." Gabby shook her head. "Hey, it's okay baby; I mean, I have helped you with it. Just talk to me." Matt agreed with his wife when she said that, before putting his hand on her back and stroking it with his thumb; but before he spoke to her, he proceeded to kiss her forehead softly. "I just hated how I couldn't help her whatsoever." Gabby agreed.

"Yeah, I know. But you do need to remember what I told you Matt, that there was nothing that we could do for her. She was already dead after you saved her baby. That was the truth, and I hate that you had to go through that; watching you go through that was definitely something that I hated to have to watch you go through." Matt agreed with his wife when she said that, well aware that was the case. I mean, what wife wants to watch her husband go through that; even though they weren't married at the time. However, Matt does know that she was in love with him that the time, because that's just obvious to him. Everybody knew it, except for him. But he's glad that it's come out now; because it means that they have this life with each other...and they are both really happy with each other and their sons. "I guess, part of that thing is that I hate the most is that I was the one who wasn't able to save her. That was something that really bothered me. And I know that I shouldn't blame myself but..." Gabby just agreed with her husband.

"Hey, I already know that Matt. I already know the fact that you still blame yourself, even when you shouldn't. But I promise to you right now that you aren't going to ever do that again, because I'm here to help you out right now." Matt agreed with Gabby when she said that, just smiling as he held the woman he loves close to him. Running his hand up and down her back, Matt smiled due to the fac that this is everything that he wants to do right now. He wants to hold the woman he loves, and he wants to make sure that they are just talking to each other while dealing with everything that they're going to talk about right now. "So, what are we going to talk about next?" Gabby laughed as she heard Matt say that. "Do you really think that's all you need to say?" Matt sighed. "Baby, I mean it. I know that you hated it, and that it really hurt you. I heard your scream after the doctor told you she died, and I know that was something that you were still dealing with. I don't just want you to negate the fact that it still bothers you to this day."

Matt agreed with his wife when she said that, well aware of the fact that it does still bother him to this day; and he hates that, especially when it's happening during his marriage to Gabby. "I just hate that it's happening during our marriage." Gabby shook her head when Matt say that. "Hey, take a breath and look at me Matt, this isn't something that you need to worry about okay? I am here for you, and this is what we're going to do. We're going to talk about everything. This is just the next thing. We already spoke about your abuse, we know about Andy's death; and now we're talking about Hallie's death. However, you have to remember what I told you. Are you sure that you want to do this fast? Because we can do other things now. We can skip this topic, or even take a breath." Matt took a breath while thinking about what he should do, and what is really the best think for him to do. He knows that he needs to talk to his wife, and he needs to make sure that she knows everything. "Gabby, I think that I'm good right now. We're talking."

Gabby agreed with Matt when he said that, smiling as she leaned in and then proceeded to kiss the man she loves. Taking things nice and slow with him, Gabby just smirked due to the fact that she was really happy at the moment. Matt is just so damn sexy, and she's glad that this is what they're doing right now. They're holding each other close, while they also deal with what's going on in his head. "So, what's next? Because I think I can already see that you're done with this topic." Matt then thought about what was next and then ran his hand up and down her back. "I think it was the first time that we experienced almost loosing each other." Gabby was confused when Matt said that, unsure of what he meant. "When was that?" Matt sighed. "Right before you started at the academy, when I almost died."

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