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Jo_Luvs_Ketchup · 08-13-2003, 10:03 PM

I think everyone remembers the third episode Jo was in. It was when Jo went out with Blair's boyfriend Harrison. Well, I'm going to rephrase it a little. Tell me what ya think.

*Jo and Harrison are at the Catillion*
Jo: This place looks very ellegent.
Harrison: It is. Come with me.
Jo: Aren't we going to dance?
Harrison: Of course we are. Just follow me.
(Believing it is innocent, she goes with him)
Jo: Where are we?
Harrison: This is the 9th green.
Jo: Isn't it a little dark to play golf?
Harrison: We aren't playing golf. But we are playing a game.
Jo: I don't understand.
Harrison: You will. Come down here with me.
Jo: What are you doing? I'm leaving.
Harrison: No you're not. My Dad is friends with the people at this club. He has had them lock all the doors but my Dad doesn't know why.
(He grabs Jo and starts kissing her)
Jo: Stop it!!!!
Harrison: C'mon. You know you want me.
Jo: HELP...
(Covers her mouth)
Harrison: I wouldn't do that if I were you.
Jo: Get your hands off of me.
Harrison: Obviously, you are not going to do this the easy way.
(He holds her down and rips off her dress)

How is it? If it's good, I will continue.

Ryanmo97 · 08-13-2003, 11:12 PM

Keep going.

Jo_Luvs_Ketchup · 08-14-2003, 12:03 AM

*After he ripped off her dress, he raped her in a very painful way*

Harrison: Now see. That wasn't so bad. If you had kept your mouth shut, it would have been better. By the way, if you tell anyone about this, they won't believe you. So don't tell anyone if you know what's good for you.

(Jo just stayed silent)

*After he left, she stayed there for a little while because she didn't want anyone to see her. She finally left and went back to Eastland around 1 AM. She was hoping no one waited up for her. Mrs. Garrett of course did.*

Mrs. Garrett: Jo, where have you been?? Do you know what tim...Jo, what happend to you??

(Jo continued to stay silent)

Mrs. Garrett: Jo, why aren't you talking? Please tell me what happend!!

(Jo went up to her room. She took a shower to get the smell of blood off of her and then went to bed, but only got a little sleep. The alarm then went off)

Blair: Come on Miss Date Stealer, time to get up.

(Jo just rolled over and started crying)

Natalie: Oh great Blair. What did you do now??
Blair: I didn't do anyhting. Jo I didn't mean it.
Tootie: What's wrong with her? Balir what did you do?
Blair: Why does everyone automatically assumes it was me?? I have to go set my hair.
Natalie: Jo, please tell me what's wrong.
Tootie: We're your friends. You can trust us.

(Jo didn't say a word. Just started crying harder.)

Natalie: (whispers) I think we should go talk to Mrs. Garrett.
Tootie: Good idea!

*They went dowstairs to Mrs. Garrett*

Tootie: Mrs. Garrett, something is really wrong with Jo.
Mrs. Garrett: What's wrong?
Natalie: She won't tell us. She is crying and isn't speaking at all.
Mrs. Garrett: She did the same thing last night. Something must have happend with Harrison.
Natalie: You don't think...
Mrs. Garrett: I don't know. I'm going to tell th headmaster Jo won't be going to classes today and I will sit and talk with her. She will talk to me one way or another.
Tootie: I hope so.
Mrs. Garrett: Don't say anything to anyone girls OK?
Natalie: We won't. I'll make sure she doesn't!!!

*The girls went off to classes and Mrs. Garrett went to talk to Jo.*

Mrs. Garrett: Hi Jo. I brought you up some breakfast and called the headmaster to tell him you won't be going to classes today so we can talk. Go on eat up. It's your favorite. Pancakes!!!

(Jo wouldn't eat)

Mrs. Garrett: Jo, you're really upsetting me. Did something happen with Harrison. Did he touch you?

(Jo started crying really hard)

Mrs. Garrett: Oh God Jo. I'm so sorry. I will be right back.

*Mrs. Garrett called a doctor to come to Eastland right away*

Mrs. Garrett: Jo, this is Dr. Wymann. She has come to take a look at you.

(Jo rolled over and started crying again)

Dr. Wymann: Here. Just leave us. I'll talk to her.
Mrs. Garrett: OK. Call me if there are any problems.

*After speaking with Jo, Dr. Wymann went downstairs*

Mrs. Garrett: How is she?
Dr. Wymann: Well, she won't talk, she won't eat, and she is trying to hide her body as much as possible. Even though she wouldn't speak to me, I have to say I think she was raped.
Mrs. Garrett: Oh Gosh. Will she be alright?
Dr. Wymann: Phyically, yes, but mentally, I'm very worried about this depression she has gotten herself into.
Mrs. Garrett: Well, what do we do now?
D. Wymann: There is nothing we can do until she starts talking. She has to make the move. Try to get her to eat and drink as much as possible.
Mrs. Garrett: I'll try.
Dr. Wymann: I'm sorry I couldn't do more.

*She went up to speak to Jo*
Mrs. Garrett: Can I come in Jo?
Jo: (nodds)
Mrs. Garrett: I just talked to Dr. Wymann. She thinks you were...raped. Is that what happend?
Jo: (noods and starts to cry)
Mrs. Garrett: (hugs Jo) SHHH...It's OK. I'm here now. Do you want me to call your Mom.
Jo: (shakes her head no)
Mrs. Garrett: Are you sure?
Jo: (noods)

*About 5 hours later when the girls came home*

Natalie: Did you get Jo to talk.
Mrs. Garrett: Girls, sit down.
Blair: This is bad news.
Tootie: How can you tell?
Blair: It's never good when Mrs. Garret says " girls, sit down."
Mrs. Garrett: You're right Blair. It's not good news.
Natalie: What happend?
Mrs. Garrett: Now, before I say it, do you girls promise not to spread this around?
Blair: We promise. Right Tootie?
Tootie: Why does everyone look at me???
Mrs. Garrett: This is no laughing matter.
Blair: What's going on?
Mrs. Garrett: Do you all rememeber Jo going on that date last night. Well, Harrison raped her.
Blair: (shocked)

How is it coming??? What do you think??

MrsGarrettRocksMySocks · 08-14-2003, 12:38 AM

I think it is absolutely terrific! You've handled a difficult subject well, and, managed to add humor in JUST the right places. I can't do that. Add the humor, I mean. I'd put it in the wrong spots. Way to go.

Sweetchild2005 · 08-14-2003, 12:53 AM

More now!!!!

Jo_Luvs_Ketchup · 08-14-2003, 02:50 AM

Thank you. I do have to say, the next part is a little like 'Subjects of Silence' but it is different. I promise!!!

Blair: Is Jo alright??
Mrs. Garrett: No, she isnt'. She won't talk, eat, or drink. I'm very worried about her.

*There is a loud moaning noise from Jo's room. They all rush to her*

Mrs. Garrett: Jo?? Are you OK?
Jo: (shakes her head no)
Tootie: Oh. She threw up in the bed.
Mrs. Garrett: Natalie, go get a bucket. Tootie, go get some extra sheets. Blair, get one of Jo's nightgown's and a wet washcloth for her head.

*After Jo is cleaned up, Blair goes to talk to Mrs. Garrett*

Blair: Mrs. Garett, about Jo.
Mrs. Garrett: Yes Blair?
Blair: Her throwing up, does that mean she is...pregnant.

*Mrs. Garrett never even thought of that. So she goes to talk to Jo*

Mrs. Garrett: Jo, we need to talk. Well, I'll do the talking. Jo, have you thrown up anymore?
Jo: (nodds)
Mrs. Garrett: Do you feel dizzy?
Jo: (nodds)
Mrs. Garrett: Did Harrison, you know, use anything?
Jo: (starts crying) (shakes her head no)
Mrs. Garrett: Jo, I think you might be pregnant.
Jo: (continues to cry)
Tootie: Sorry to interupt but Mrs. Garrett, Rose Polniaczek is on the phone.
Mrs. Garrett: Thanks Tootie. Jo, I think I have to tell her.
Jo: (nodds)
Mrs. Garrett: Ok. I'll be right back.

*Gets on the phone with Mrs. Polniaczek*

Mrs. Garrett: Hello? Rose Polniaczek?
Rose: Yes. Who is this?
Mrs. Garrett: I'm Mrs. Edna Garrett. The school nutritionist.
Rose: Oh, I was wondering if Jo was there.
Mrs. Garrett: Well, Mrs. Polniaczek, Jo went out on a date last night and well, she was raped by the boy she went out with.
Rose: Oh my God! Is she alright?
Mrs. Garrett: No she isn't. She won't eat, drink, or speak.
Rose: I will be right up there.
Mrs. Garrett: I think that's a good idea. Mrs. Polniaczek?
Rose: Yes?
Mrs. Garrett: She has been throwing up a lot and has been dizzy. I asked her if the boy she was with used anything and she said no.
Rose: Oh man, do you think?
Mrs. Garrett: Yes I do. I think she's pregnant.
Rose: Well, on my way up I'll buy a home pregnancy kit.
Mrs. Garrett: Ok. I'll talk to her about it.
Rose: Thank you Mrs. Garrett.
Mrs. Garrett: Please, it's Edna.
Rose: Well, thank you Edna.

*The girls were up with Jo while she was on the phone.

When Mrs. Garrett got off the phone, she kicked the girls out while she spoke with Jo*

Tootie: Why is it always us getting kicked out??
Natalie: Tootie, let it go. Let it go.
Blair: We'll see you later Jo.
Jo: (nodds)
Mrs. Garrett: Jo, your Mom is on her way up. On her way, she is going to buy a...pregnancy test. I'm supposed to ask you if you will take it.
Jo: (shakes her head no)
Mrs. Garett: Jo, I don't think you have a choice here. You need to. If you're pregnant, we need to know.
Jo: (nodds)
Mrs. Garrett: Good. Your Mom should be up here soon. You should get some rest.

*About two hours later, her Mom came*

Mrs. Garrett: Hello. Come on in.
Rose: How is she?
Mrs. Garrett: She has agreed to take the test.
Rose:Good. How much trouble did she give you before she said yes?
Mrs. Garrett: Not much.
Rose: Well, I'd better get up there.
Mrs. Garrett: Go ahead. The other girls are up there playing a game with her.
Rose: Edna, will you come with me? You have been such a help.
Mrs. Garrett: Of course I will.

*Rose and Edna are now in the girls' room*
Mrs. Garrett: Girls, can you excuse us?
Natalie: See what I mean?!
Tootie: Oh Nat...(they leave)
Rose: Hi honey, how you doing?
Jo: (nodds)
Rose: Jo, please speak to me.
Jo: (turns her head away)
Rose: Well, Edna told me that you have agreed to take the test.
Jo: (nodds)
Rose: Well, here it is.
Jo: (goes into the bathroom)
Rose: She doesn't look good at all.
Mrs. Garrett: Jo is tough. She just needs some time to adjust.
Rose: I know. (Jo comes back in)
Mrs. Garrett: It says wait 2 minutes. I'll set my wrist watch.
Jo: (climbs into her mother's arms.)
Rose: It's OK. I'm here. (two minutes later, BEEP BEEP BEEP)
Mrs. Garrett: It's ready.
Rose: Edna, can you...
Mrs. Garrett: Sure.
Jo: (starts crying)
Mrs. Garrett: It's...positive.

I'll end it here for the night.

Ryanmo97 · 08-14-2003, 10:15 AM

This is a great story. Your handling the subject matter very well.

Sweetchild2005 · 08-14-2003, 12:25 PM

Wow yeah you are handling this subject really well....POST MORE!!!!!!

MrsGarrettRocksMySocks · 08-14-2003, 12:51 PM

This is absolutely terrific!!

ReturningFolFanKiera · 08-14-2003, 03:12 PM

OMG.....YOU GO GURL!!!!! AAAAH!!!!!! you have NO IDEA how much it meant to me when you said that!!!!!!!! I just read "This part is a little like "Subjects of Silence" and i FREAKED!!!!!! Im like cryin im sooooooo omg!! lol Ok im actin like a nut but that really means a lot to me!!!!

Kie

james_baby87 · 08-14-2003, 03:23 PM

Post more on this soon!

Rebel Queen 1980 · 08-14-2003, 03:55 PM

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Jo_Luvs_Ketchup · 08-14-2003, 05:42 PM

Wow. Thank you for all the replies.

I getting a little cuckoo!!!

This part gets a little sad so get you tissues ready!

*After Rose and Edna spoke to Jo, she fell asleep and Rose and Edna are now in the kitchen having coffee*

Rose: I can't believe it. She's only 16.
Mrs. Garrett: I know. I sometimes think that this is a bad dream and I will wake up soon, but I know I won't.
Rose: Well, I had better start getting back.
Mrs. Garrett: Would you like to spend the night here?
Rose: Thanks, but I have to work early tomorrow morning. I'll call tomorrow night to check on Jo.
Mrs. Garrett: I'll take good care of her. You can count on that.
Rose:Thank you very much, Edna.
Mrs. Garrett: Think nothing of it.

*It was the next morning and Mrs. Garrett goes upstairs to wake up the girls*

Mrs. Garrett: Come on gang! Time to get up.
Tootie: I don't want to go to classes today.
Mrs. Garrett: OK Tootie, you don't have to.
Tootie: Wow. Thanks Mrs. Gar...wait! What's the catch?
Mrs. Garrett: Well, let's see. You can scrub every peice of furniture in the house, you can clean the...
Tootie: WOW! I can't wait to go to school. It's going to be so much fun!!
Mrs. Garrett: That's what I thought. Jo, wake up. Do you guys know if she got any sleep last night?
Blair: She kept on waking up during the night.
Mrs. Garrett: Poor thing. Maybe she should continue to rest for one more day.
Natalie: Mrs. Garrett, come here quick.
Mrs. Garrett: What is it Natalie?
Natalie:Look at Jo. Does she look right to you?
Mrs. Garrett: Jo. Jo. Wake up Jo.
Blair: Mrs. Garrett, look what I found in the bathroom.
Tootie: Mrs. Garrtt, how full was this pill bottle when you last saw it?
Mrs. Garrett: It was filled to the top. Oh my God. Jo took an overdose!!! Balir, call 911.

*Mrs. Garrett was at the hospital. The other girls went to their classes but don't think they didn't put up a fight. They wanted to be there with Jo. Mrs. Garrett wouldn't let them though.*

Doctor: Jo Pol..Polni
Mrs. Garrett: Polniaczek. How is she??
Doctor: We pumped her stomach before it did any damage.
Mrs. Garrett: And the baby?
Docotr: The baby is also fine. What I'm worried about is the fact that she isn't talking or eating. She could kill her baby if she doesn't eat. She is awake. You can go and see her now I you would like.
Mrs. Garrett: Thank you very much.

That's all for now. Watcha think???

MrsGarrettRocksMySocks · 08-14-2003, 05:57 PM

still...absolutely terrific.

Jo_Luvs_Ketchup · 08-14-2003, 07:36 PM

*Mrs. Garrett walked down the hallway to Jo's room*

Mrs. Garrett: Hi Jo. How you feeling?
Jo: (still stayed silent)
Mrs. Garrett: Why did you do that Jo? The baby is fine. Were you scared about the baby?
Jo: (starts crying) (nodds)
Mrs. Garrett: I'm sorry this happend to you but do you honestly think killing yourself would be better?
Jo: I..I did at the time.
Mrs. Garrett: Jo, you're talking. Why wouldn't you talk?
Jo: I was scared. He said if I talked I would regret it.
Mrs. Garrett: Well, the hospital said the police have some questions for you. Will you talk to them?
Jo: Only if something will be done.
Mrs. Garrett: Something will. I promise.
Jo: When can I get out of here?
Mrs. Garrett: Tomorrow. If you feel up to it.

I know its short but I have to go babysit. Sorry!

08-13-2003, 10:03 PM	#1
Jo_Luvs_Ketchup Member Eternal Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 09, 2003 Posts: 4,195	Jo's Depression I think everyone remembers the third episode Jo was in. It was when Jo went out with Blair's boyfriend Harrison. Well, I'm going to rephrase it a little. Tell me what ya think. Jo and Harrison are at the Catillion Jo: This place looks very ellegent. Harrison: It is. Come with me. Jo: Aren't we going to dance? Harrison: Of course we are. Just follow me. (Believing it is innocent, she goes with him) Jo: Where are we? Harrison: This is the 9th green. Jo: Isn't it a little dark to play golf? Harrison: We aren't playing golf. But we are playing a game. Jo: I don't understand. Harrison: You will. Come down here with me. Jo: What are you doing? I'm leaving. Harrison: No you're not. My Dad is friends with the people at this club. He has had them lock all the doors but my Dad doesn't know why. (He grabs Jo and starts kissing her) Jo: Stop it!!!! Harrison: C'mon. You know you want me. Jo: HELP... (Covers her mouth) Harrison: I wouldn't do that if I were you. Jo: Get your hands off of me. Harrison: Obviously, you are not going to do this the easy way. (He holds her down and rips off her dress) How is it? If it's good, I will continue.

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08-14-2003, 12:03 AM	#3
Jo_Luvs_Ketchup Member Eternal Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 09, 2003 Posts: 4,195	After he ripped off her dress, he raped her in a very painful way Harrison: Now see. That wasn't so bad. If you had kept your mouth shut, it would have been better. By the way, if you tell anyone about this, they won't believe you. So don't tell anyone if you know what's good for you. (Jo just stayed silent) After he left, she stayed there for a little while because she didn't want anyone to see her. She finally left and went back to Eastland around 1 AM. She was hoping no one waited up for her. Mrs. Garrett of course did. Mrs. Garrett: Jo, where have you been?? Do you know what tim...Jo, what happend to you?? (Jo continued to stay silent) Mrs. Garrett: Jo, why aren't you talking? Please tell me what happend!! (Jo went up to her room. She took a shower to get the smell of blood off of her and then went to bed, but only got a little sleep. The alarm then went off) Blair: Come on Miss Date Stealer, time to get up. (Jo just rolled over and started crying) Natalie: Oh great Blair. What did you do now?? Blair: I didn't do anyhting. Jo I didn't mean it. Tootie: What's wrong with her? Balir what did you do? Blair: Why does everyone automatically assumes it was me?? I have to go set my hair. Natalie: Jo, please tell me what's wrong. Tootie: We're your friends. You can trust us. (Jo didn't say a word. Just started crying harder.) Natalie: (whispers) I think we should go talk to Mrs. Garrett. Tootie: Good idea! They went dowstairs to Mrs. Garrett Tootie: Mrs. Garrett, something is really wrong with Jo. Mrs. Garrett: What's wrong? Natalie: She won't tell us. She is crying and isn't speaking at all. Mrs. Garrett: She did the same thing last night. Something must have happend with Harrison. Natalie: You don't think... Mrs. Garrett: I don't know. I'm going to tell th headmaster Jo won't be going to classes today and I will sit and talk with her. She will talk to me one way or another. Tootie: I hope so. Mrs. Garrett: Don't say anything to anyone girls OK? Natalie: We won't. I'll make sure she doesn't!!! The girls went off to classes and Mrs. Garrett went to talk to Jo. Mrs. Garrett: Hi Jo. I brought you up some breakfast and called the headmaster to tell him you won't be going to classes today so we can talk. Go on eat up. It's your favorite. Pancakes!!! (Jo wouldn't eat) Mrs. Garrett: Jo, you're really upsetting me. Did something happen with Harrison. Did he touch you? (Jo started crying really hard) Mrs. Garrett: Oh God Jo. I'm so sorry. I will be right back. Mrs. Garrett called a doctor to come to Eastland right away Mrs. Garrett: Jo, this is Dr. Wymann. She has come to take a look at you. (Jo rolled over and started crying again) Dr. Wymann: Here. Just leave us. I'll talk to her. Mrs. Garrett: OK. Call me if there are any problems. After speaking with Jo, Dr. Wymann went downstairs Mrs. Garrett: How is she? Dr. Wymann: Well, she won't talk, she won't eat, and she is trying to hide her body as much as possible. Even though she wouldn't speak to me, I have to say I think she was raped. Mrs. Garrett: Oh Gosh. Will she be alright? Dr. Wymann: Phyically, yes, but mentally, I'm very worried about this depression she has gotten herself into. Mrs. Garrett: Well, what do we do now? D. Wymann: There is nothing we can do until she starts talking. She has to make the move. Try to get her to eat and drink as much as possible. Mrs. Garrett: I'll try. Dr. Wymann: I'm sorry I couldn't do more. She went up to speak to Jo Mrs. Garrett: Can I come in Jo? Jo: (nodds) Mrs. Garrett: I just talked to Dr. Wymann. She thinks you were...raped. Is that what happend? Jo: (noods and starts to cry) Mrs. Garrett: (hugs Jo) SHHH...It's OK. I'm here now. Do you want me to call your Mom. Jo: (shakes her head no) Mrs. Garrett: Are you sure? Jo: (noods) About 5 hours later when the girls came home Natalie: Did you get Jo to talk. Mrs. Garrett: Girls, sit down. Blair: This is bad news. Tootie: How can you tell? Blair: It's never good when Mrs. Garret says " girls, sit down." Mrs. Garrett: You're right Blair. It's not good news. Natalie: What happend? Mrs. Garrett: Now, before I say it, do you girls promise not to spread this around? Blair: We promise. Right Tootie? Tootie: Why does everyone look at me??? Mrs. Garrett: This is no laughing matter. Blair: What's going on? Mrs. Garrett: Do you all rememeber Jo going on that date last night. Well, Harrison raped her. Blair: (shocked) How is it coming??? What do you think??

08-14-2003, 12:38 AM	#4
MrsGarrettRocksMySocks Actors over 60 Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 20, 2001 Location: The cookie jar--Any "Anyone Can Whistle" fans out there? Posts: 4,077	I think it is absolutely terrific! You've handled a difficult subject well, and, managed to add humor in JUST the right places. I can't do that. Add the humor, I mean. I'd put it in the wrong spots. Way to go.

08-14-2003, 02:50 AM	#6
Jo_Luvs_Ketchup Member Eternal Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 09, 2003 Posts: 4,195	Thank you. I do have to say, the next part is a little like 'Subjects of Silence' but it is different. I promise!!! Blair: Is Jo alright?? Mrs. Garrett: No, she isnt'. She won't talk, eat, or drink. I'm very worried about her. There is a loud moaning noise from Jo's room. They all rush to her Mrs. Garrett: Jo?? Are you OK? Jo: (shakes her head no) Tootie: Oh. She threw up in the bed. Mrs. Garrett: Natalie, go get a bucket. Tootie, go get some extra sheets. Blair, get one of Jo's nightgown's and a wet washcloth for her head. After Jo is cleaned up, Blair goes to talk to Mrs. Garrett Blair: Mrs. Garett, about Jo. Mrs. Garrett: Yes Blair? Blair: Her throwing up, does that mean she is...pregnant. Mrs. Garrett never even thought of that. So she goes to talk to Jo Mrs. Garrett: Jo, we need to talk. Well, I'll do the talking. Jo, have you thrown up anymore? Jo: (nodds) Mrs. Garrett: Do you feel dizzy? Jo: (nodds) Mrs. Garrett: Did Harrison, you know, use anything? Jo: (starts crying) (shakes her head no) Mrs. Garrett: Jo, I think you might be pregnant. Jo: (continues to cry) Tootie: Sorry to interupt but Mrs. Garrett, Rose Polniaczek is on the phone. Mrs. Garrett: Thanks Tootie. Jo, I think I have to tell her. Jo: (nodds) Mrs. Garrett: Ok. I'll be right back. Gets on the phone with Mrs. Polniaczek Mrs. Garrett: Hello? Rose Polniaczek? Rose: Yes. Who is this? Mrs. Garrett: I'm Mrs. Edna Garrett. The school nutritionist. Rose: Oh, I was wondering if Jo was there. Mrs. Garrett: Well, Mrs. Polniaczek, Jo went out on a date last night and well, she was raped by the boy she went out with. Rose: Oh my God! Is she alright? Mrs. Garrett: No she isn't. She won't eat, drink, or speak. Rose: I will be right up there. Mrs. Garrett: I think that's a good idea. Mrs. Polniaczek? Rose: Yes? Mrs. Garrett: She has been throwing up a lot and has been dizzy. I asked her if the boy she was with used anything and she said no. Rose: Oh man, do you think? Mrs. Garrett: Yes I do. I think she's pregnant. Rose: Well, on my way up I'll buy a home pregnancy kit. Mrs. Garrett: Ok. I'll talk to her about it. Rose: Thank you Mrs. Garrett. Mrs. Garrett: Please, it's Edna. Rose: Well, thank you Edna. The girls were up with Jo while she was on the phone. When Mrs. Garrett got off the phone, she kicked the girls out while she spoke with Jo Tootie: Why is it always us getting kicked out?? Natalie: Tootie, let it go. Let it go. Blair: We'll see you later Jo. Jo: (nodds) Mrs. Garrett: Jo, your Mom is on her way up. On her way, she is going to buy a...pregnancy test. I'm supposed to ask you if you will take it. Jo: (shakes her head no) Mrs. Garett: Jo, I don't think you have a choice here. You need to. If you're pregnant, we need to know. Jo: (nodds) Mrs. Garrett: Good. Your Mom should be up here soon. You should get some rest. About two hours later, her Mom came Mrs. Garrett: Hello. Come on in. Rose: How is she? Mrs. Garrett: She has agreed to take the test. Rose:Good. How much trouble did she give you before she said yes? Mrs. Garrett: Not much. Rose: Well, I'd better get up there. Mrs. Garrett: Go ahead. The other girls are up there playing a game with her. Rose: Edna, will you come with me? You have been such a help. Mrs. Garrett: Of course I will. Rose and Edna are now in the girls' room Mrs. Garrett: Girls, can you excuse us? Natalie: See what I mean?! Tootie: Oh Nat...(they leave) Rose: Hi honey, how you doing? Jo: (nodds) Rose: Jo, please speak to me. Jo: (turns her head away) Rose: Well, Edna told me that you have agreed to take the test. Jo: (nodds) Rose: Well, here it is. Jo: (goes into the bathroom) Rose: She doesn't look good at all. Mrs. Garrett: Jo is tough. She just needs some time to adjust. Rose: I know. (Jo comes back in) Mrs. Garrett: It says wait 2 minutes. I'll set my wrist watch. Jo: (climbs into her mother's arms.) Rose: It's OK. I'm here. (two minutes later, BEEP BEEP BEEP) Mrs. Garrett: It's ready. Rose: Edna, can you... Mrs. Garrett: Sure. Jo: (starts crying) Mrs. Garrett: It's...positive. I'll end it here for the night.

08-14-2003, 10:15 AM	#7
Ryanmo97 Me & Lisa Whelchel! Frequent Poster Join Date: Apr 15, 2001 Location: Maple City, MI Posts: 295	This is a great story. Your handling the subject matter very well.

08-14-2003, 12:25 PM	#8
Sweetchild2005 Nancy McKeon Frequent Poster Join Date: Dec 29, 2002 Location: At my house in a room...with NO green carpet! Posts: 493	Wow yeah you are handling this subject really well....POST MORE!!!!!!

08-14-2003, 12:51 PM	#9
MrsGarrettRocksMySocks Actors over 60 Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 20, 2001 Location: The cookie jar--Any "Anyone Can Whistle" fans out there? Posts: 4,077	This is absolutely terrific!!

08-14-2003, 03:55 PM	#12
Rebel Queen 1980 Member Senior Member Join Date: Nov 05, 2002 Location: Watching Classic Sitcoms 24/7.... Posts: 1,509	Great Story!,Post More!

08-14-2003, 05:42 PM	#13
Jo_Luvs_Ketchup Member Eternal Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 09, 2003 Posts: 4,195	Wow. Thank you for all the replies. I getting a little cuckoo!!! This part gets a little sad so get you tissues ready! After Rose and Edna spoke to Jo, she fell asleep and Rose and Edna are now in the kitchen having coffee Rose: I can't believe it. She's only 16. Mrs. Garrett: I know. I sometimes think that this is a bad dream and I will wake up soon, but I know I won't. Rose: Well, I had better start getting back. Mrs. Garrett: Would you like to spend the night here? Rose: Thanks, but I have to work early tomorrow morning. I'll call tomorrow night to check on Jo. Mrs. Garrett: I'll take good care of her. You can count on that. Rose:Thank you very much, Edna. Mrs. Garrett: Think nothing of it. It was the next morning and Mrs. Garrett goes upstairs to wake up the girls Mrs. Garrett: Come on gang! Time to get up. Tootie: I don't want to go to classes today. Mrs. Garrett: OK Tootie, you don't have to. Tootie: Wow. Thanks Mrs. Gar...wait! What's the catch? Mrs. Garrett: Well, let's see. You can scrub every peice of furniture in the house, you can clean the... Tootie: WOW! I can't wait to go to school. It's going to be so much fun!! Mrs. Garrett: That's what I thought. Jo, wake up. Do you guys know if she got any sleep last night? Blair: She kept on waking up during the night. Mrs. Garrett: Poor thing. Maybe she should continue to rest for one more day. Natalie: Mrs. Garrett, come here quick. Mrs. Garrett: What is it Natalie? Natalie:Look at Jo. Does she look right to you? Mrs. Garrett: Jo. Jo. Wake up Jo. Blair: Mrs. Garrett, look what I found in the bathroom. Tootie: Mrs. Garrtt, how full was this pill bottle when you last saw it? Mrs. Garrett: It was filled to the top. Oh my God. Jo took an overdose!!! Balir, call 911. Mrs. Garrett was at the hospital. The other girls went to their classes but don't think they didn't put up a fight. They wanted to be there with Jo. Mrs. Garrett wouldn't let them though. Doctor: Jo Pol..Polni Mrs. Garrett: Polniaczek. How is she?? Doctor: We pumped her stomach before it did any damage. Mrs. Garrett: And the baby? Docotr: The baby is also fine. What I'm worried about is the fact that she isn't talking or eating. She could kill her baby if she doesn't eat. She is awake. You can go and see her now I you would like. Mrs. Garrett: Thank you very much. That's all for now. Watcha think???

08-14-2003, 05:57 PM	#14
MrsGarrettRocksMySocks Actors over 60 Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 20, 2001 Location: The cookie jar--Any "Anyone Can Whistle" fans out there? Posts: 4,077	still...absolutely terrific.

08-14-2003, 07:36 PM	#15
Jo_Luvs_Ketchup Member Eternal Member Forum 4000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 09, 2003 Posts: 4,195	Mrs. Garrett walked down the hallway to Jo's room Mrs. Garrett: Hi Jo. How you feeling? Jo: (still stayed silent) Mrs. Garrett: Why did you do that Jo? The baby is fine. Were you scared about the baby? Jo: (starts crying) (nodds) Mrs. Garrett: I'm sorry this happend to you but do you honestly think killing yourself would be better? Jo: I..I did at the time. Mrs. Garrett: Jo, you're talking. Why wouldn't you talk? Jo: I was scared. He said if I talked I would regret it. Mrs. Garrett: Well, the hospital said the police have some questions for you. Will you talk to them? Jo: Only if something will be done. Mrs. Garrett: Something will. I promise. Jo: When can I get out of here? Mrs. Garrett: Tomorrow. If you feel up to it. I know its short but I have to go babysit. Sorry!