To Do List Whittled Down

[Carlisle Cullen]

*I had told Esme I would to like to box up and clear my office myself, between working the reduced staff holiday schedule I am woefully behind I have my books wrapped and boxed now the task of clearing out my desk and packing the contents. In my lap drawer I found Ryders birth certificate, must've slipped my mind to give it to Emmett and Rosalie. Shooting off a quick text to Rosalie,*

:: Rosalie I have Ryders birth certificate, found it when I was boxing up my office. Stop by when you have time to get it. Would love to see you all before Esme and I leave. ::

*hitting the send button, sitting the birth certificate on the corner of my desk so it will not get packed by accident.

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[Rosalie Hale]

~she was sitting in her rocking chair when her phone went off with Carlisle's personalized ringtone signifying that she had a text message. Grabbed her phone and read the message with a smile; she had forgotten about the birth certificate! Holding the phone gently in her hands, she sent a quick reply~

--Emmett and I will be there soon. Don't leave without us. See you in a few minutes.--

~knowing that Esme was not dealing too well with Ryder being in the house she shot another quick text to Bella and asked her to watch Ryder. Gathering the little boy in her arms, she ran to Bella's cottage and dropped him off with a kiss to his forehead and a look over her shoulder, Emmett following along with her~

[Emmett Cullen]

*Rosalie looked at him and smiled brightly, explaining that Carlisle had the birth certificate for Ryder. They would eventually need that for him to be enrolled in school at some point. He matched her smile and followed her to Bella's to drop off Ryder for a bit. With her hand in his they were headed to the main house in no time.*

*Knocking twice on his father's door, he poked his head in and smiled* "Can we come in?"

[Carlisle Cullen]

*Hearing a the customary knock for courtesy since I heard them come in the house. Finishing up the packing what I had out sliding it out of the way. Standing up from my chair waving at Emmett and Rose to come in with a glad smile*

Please do come in we don't stand on ceremony here.

[Rosalie Hale]

~she laughed quietly as Carlisle waved them in and walked in to wrap her arms around his neck~ Hello, Carlisle. ~she smiled at him then stepped back to let Emmett say his hellos. They hadn't seen much of Carlisle, nor Esme, since Ryder had come along so it was nice to have this little bit of time before they left.~

[Emmett Cullen]

*He smiled and entered as Rosalie hugged Carlisle and he did the same afterwards. Carlisle was like his father in many ways, and Esme just like his mother. When he heard of her depression because of Ryder, he felt guilty. He hated to see them leave but they'd been apart through the years before.* Thank you for contacting us before leaving. How is Esme? *She'd been in somewhat okay spirits at Christmas but with Renesmee absent it left an empty feeling in the house. Edward had gone off to find her, and Bella stayed worried. Esme watched as Ryder opened gifts and played, the look pained him.*

[Carlisle Cullen]

*Smiles at Emmetts question about Esme, leaning down on the edge of the desk. Folding his hands in his lap looking at them with a hopeful expression.*

Well the shock has worn off somewhat and she's processing her pain as one should. I don't think she had time to fully mourn her son and Ryder's birth brought it all back home. I think she's going to pull out of it. Time and new scenery would help.
We have been in Forks for over 7 years and my contract with the hospital was up for renewal and I didn't sit down to talk I had them look for a replacement to start this next week. I think Denali will be good for the both of us, when summer rolls around I am sure the whole family can come for a visit and you will see the Esme we all know and love.
I have missed seeing you and little Ryder. I am going to miss seeing all of you. But our family is growing and we need to change with it. I hope you will remember me and send me pictures of Ryder when you take them. When Esme is better she will start a scrapbook I am sure of it.

[Rosalie Hale]

~it was always sad when any of the family decided to go off on their own, but especially so when Esme and Carlisle left. They were the glue that held the family together, through thick and thin.~

You know that we will send pictures and updates all the time. How could we not with Alice around? ~she tried to keep a smile on her face, but truthfully she was sad. She was sad that they were leaving, sad that Esme was no longer happy, sad that she was responsible for it.~

[Emmett Cullen]

*He placed a hand on the small of Rosalie's back and smiled.* "Of course, Carlisle. I promise you will get regular updates. We will make a trip to Denali soon, tell the cousins we send our hellos. We will miss you both, but know it's best for Esme.

*He looked at Rose and smiled to reassure her all would be okay. All would work out...it always did.*

[Carlisle Cullen]

*Looks at Rosalie with a sincere smile*

You aren't the cause of Esme's sadness it was something that wasn't ever addressed, she's finally mourning her child that she never mourned. Ryder was just the catalyst that brought it about. We have to give her the love and space she needs to adjust. We all grow and change, this is just a particularly bad patch on her path. Some times it's hills we have to walk over, for Esme this is a small mountain to climb over. You know she loves you all, she's just dealing with this and it's muted her ability to connect and love. She will come back to us. Believe me. Know you always have the both of us whenever we can be back here in a matter of hours. We will be a hour or so from the cousin and I am sure we will see them some and I will pass on your love.

[Rosalie Hale]

~she nodded at him, and unlike her normal self, she shot forward and wrapped her arms around him again quickly before stepping back and looking slightly bashful~ Please do. Tell them that we hope they will come by sometime soon to see Ryder. We do miss them very much.

[Emmett Cullen]

*He nodded in agreement to Carlisle and Rosalie. Extending a hand to shake Carlisle's.* "I appreciate everything you've done for us, for Zoe, for Ryder....You have no idea how much it means to us."

[Carlisle Cullen]

*Takes Emmett's hand with a firm grip pulling him into a tight embrace. Letting him go with a peaceful smile. Placing in his hand the birth certificate for Ryder. I will not be sad I am not saying good bye but the french words au revoir til we meet agian. Walking over hugging Rosalie my beautiful daughter. Placing a chaste kiss on her cheek.*

Emmett, Rosalie we are family and what is family for but support, guidance and unconditional love. I will see you both again soon enough. Take care of each other. Love each other. I will probably see you again before we leave. Be careful going home and kiss my little man from his Papa.