Their children: Melody Sofia age 17 and Oscar Joshua III, age 6
Here is a picture of Oscar Joshua III as a child. From here on foward he will be called "Joshua" for short.
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Brandi and Oscar's niece Lizandra came over to visit. During dinner they began to discuss the possibilities of having a vacation. Lizandra felt a little akward since her own family was unable to afford a vacation at this time. Brandi realizing her mistake appologized and quickly changed the subject. Much like the rest of the family Brandi was happy to see that Consuelo's kids were comfortable enough to visit the rest of the family. Brandi and Oscar offered to help Consuelo during the time of her divorce but Consuelo had refused.
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Simon loved spending time with his son. He wanted to make sure that not only Joshua but that Melody Sofia had everything that he could possibly afford. For right now Simon had the looming debt of his family over his head. As legacy heir it was his responsibility to pay everything off and hopefully not pass on any debt to his own son Joshua. The debt that Simon was trying to pay off was $191,000. It was a lot but with his job he was sure he would be able to do it. Joshua had mentioned that they were talking about having a family vacation and that his mom really wanted one. Simon had promised a long time ago to have a vaction but with the recent events had decided against it. He thought, "why not" and decided to inform the family that they would indeed go on vacation. This time they would go on a mountain vacation.
Brandi was ecstatic that they were finally going on vacation and yes after months of planning the day was finally here.
"alright everyone has their suitcases packed right? I hope so because when daddy comes home were off."
Brandi wanted this vacation to relax but also to spend time as a family with Melody since she was soon heading off to college.
they arrived at the hotel and Brandi quickly reserved two cabins. One for the kids and one for her and Simon.
The Barillas family didnt waste any time. Soon it was Brandi versus Oscar on the log rolling thing a majig. Both of them were so competitve that by the time they got off of it they both had wrinkled body parts.
Melody sofia herself was busy getting her skills ready for the axe throwing contest. She liked this vacation but hated the cold weather. She wished this coldness would go away but the locals said it would be still a few weeks.
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During their stay Simon and Brandi got reaquainted with each other. They felt the stress just melt away.
"I could be like this forever Simon"
"I know. I love you so much Brandi. I mean it really. Im just glad that we managed to stay together through thick and thin you know. Im happy that you have helped me with my family and their crisis."
"Its my family too. They didnt look away it was my time of need. Wow we have been married over 18 years. Has it been good for you?"
"Of course it has. You were and still are my high school sweetheart Brandi. Come here."
"careful or we will be changing diapers again."
"We never really discussed it but do you ever think about having another one?"
"Sure I do Simon..but right now can we afford it? Lets put it this way. Im not preventing anything from happening...so if it happens...well it happens."
"Hmm I love your way of thinking..."
They managed to come out of the cabin to join their kids doing the "slap dance" sure Simon didnt catch the meaning of it but he was game.
As it all does..the trip had to come to an end. Great thought Melody..now that it was getting warmer they had to go.
"Well I hope everyone enjoyed themselves"asked Brandi,.
"I did mom. Im just going to miss these things when I am away at college."
"Dont worry Melody your life is going to change so much. When your mom and I were away at college our life had a whole new meaning. I just hope that you use the time away to really find a direction..that is if you dont have one already."
While their parents were checking out Melody and Joshua started playing around. Their favorite game was redhands. Melody was going to miss her little brother. they did get along despite their 11 year age difference.
That night when they got home the kids just fell asleep as soon as they put their luggage away.
Simon went up and tucked Joshua in for the night.
"dad...."
"yes son."
"I love you and mommy and Melody. Im going to miss her."
"We all are. Dont worry she will be back before you know it OK."
"OK."
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