I am also a Nikon girl. I also finally got the chance to go to the top of the Sears tower last year. It would be a great place for a date. I am sure Bella will like the rest too. By the way, I thought it was funny that edward started bouncing when he heard cheesecake. I imagine he looked like a little kid for a minute.

Oh Edward. So sweet! Sounds like they are off to a good start which is good because I am sure some more drama is coming their way.

I think this is part of James's plan...to wear Bella down mentally by hitting those around her instead of just burning down her house or her office. Stay strong Bella.

Sounds like a great start to their date! I just spent a weekend in Las Vegas and I know that dressing for extremly hot weather and still looking nice is a challange. Hopefully the rest of their date goes smoothly.

Well at least they got a fun holiday season before the drama starts. So has nobody tried to connect these fires to James? 

Hmmm I think James might have struck again... It's too big a coincidence. Plus more publicity also means that Bella will be attracting attention from the bad people as well as the good people.

I thought it was appropriate for their first time, especially given Bella's issues. Since there was so much buildup to it, I'm a little surprised they didn't talk about it before hand but maybe they both felt awkward about it. Overall they had a great weekend. Hopefully this will help carry them through what is to come.

Nothing like parents to break the mood, no matter how old you are. But at least they know their time is coming.

Hmm..tough choice Edward. I could see him wanting to say yes but then also wanting to make their first time together romantic. Can't wait to see what he decides...

hmm...I wonder if it's Laurant? Maybe he failed James... Bella and Edward will have to make a head count. Hopefully it's nobody too close to them. We know James probably knows where Bella lives, the question is whether he knows where Edward lives. Has he been following them? It seems likely since the arsonist is attacking all the places the are secondary to their lives. Yet their homes and businesses themselves have not been attacked...yet. Hopefully everyone will stay safe.

You go girl! Good for you Bella. As for the return favor, I bet it is a hand job because I could see Bella wanting to take it one step at a time. But she might surprise us..

Bella and her dad, so sweet. Glad to see that Bella has added another person to her circle.

Maybe Bella can teach Emmett that he should not paint all women with the same brush, much in the way they are helping her learn to trust people. Hopefully Emmett will help because it sounds like they will need all they can get.

I think they should do something besides the regular dinner thing. They are still trying to get to know each other so maybe something that will let them talk and bond a bit. Looking forward to it.

One question that has been bugging me is how does James get his victims to swallow the pill? Does he knock them unconscious and force it down their throat? I think he got away. It would be asking too much to take care of him and Renee in one fell swoop. But hopefully he didn't get away without some damage. I think they need to watch Edwards hospital room. And I love you Bella, I know you are going through a lot, but you are starting to be a bit much. Just think of your baby.

I bet Bella is warring with herself about that. Not only does she not want to inconvience Edward but I wonder if she worries that James might hurt Edward. I admire Bella for not wanting to give up her new life but she also needs to take her own safety seriously.

By the way, I am assuming that when Edward asked Bella if she wanted him to go tonight and she said yes, he really meant to ask if she wanted him to stay.

Surprise. At least Edward gets the meeting of the dad over quickly, doesn't have time to get nervous about it. Although I am sure it will be a little awkward for all of them, since Bella and her dad are just getting to know each other also. 

I had a feeling it was those two. Somehow they are more scary together than alone. And Renee is even more crazy than I thought. Edward and Bella better watch their back.

I am very intrigued.... It will be interesting to have a Bella who is independently wealthy for a change. I look forward to the rest of the story.

There are fireman who shop at my local Safeway and I can imagine this situation happening. In fact today I saw three of them walking out of the store empty handed and soon their truck took off with its siren on. Good for Bella, especially when we know she can afford it. I agree I would also try to help out if I could.

Somehow I don't see Tanya going quietly. But it's interesting that Edward has his own story. Doesn't sound quiet as bad as Bella's but they are both hurting. Edward still needs to do something for Bella. A note maybe? At least it's a start.

Edward needs to start smacking Emmett in the head when he does something stupid. Although that might just encourage him. At least he will help keep things light for Bella and Edward since their stuff is heavy.

Maybe sharing and having someone on her side would help. But right now she probably feels she can't trust anyone. But keeping their victims isolated and on edge is part of the game for stalkers. 

At least she let him explain. That is a good start. I think he is starting to realize that he needs to go slow with her. But they won't be able to really support her till they know what's going on. But I know trust takes time. Especially if you are not used to trusting people.

Three fireman followed me into Safeway today. None of them looked like Edward though.

I believe in loyalty to your friends but that is taking it too far. It sounds like rose didn't like Edward to begin with. At least Edward is able to ignore her.  

Sounds like Bella went through some serious abuse. At least she has friends now but hopefully they will convince her to also get some help because you can't work through that stuff alone. But at least talking about it is a start.

Nice afternoon. Hopefully Bella won't get too overwhelmed at the bar. I can imagine she has not been going out much lately and we all know guys in bars are not always perfectly behaved.

I appreciate that Bella is trying to heal herself but I still disagree that she had to push edward away completly. Hopefully this talk will help them get back on track. I am sure Edward needs to meet Pam at some point. So did the fact that she still talked to Alice a sign of her issues with men or the fact that Edward is a more significant relationship to her?

I could see them having a sweet first kiss. The question is whether Bella is ready for that. But so far their first date is going really well. Nobody would say no to homemade rocky road cookies.

It seems that bella is getting better since she can talk about babies and what happened without panicking but I know she still has work to do. I am glad she is getting more comfortable with Edward physically but I am sure that is also something she is working on. Meeting the parents should be interesting. Hopefully they know enough not to talk about potential grandkids. You know how some parents can get over eager about that. But it's also great that Bella does not see her potential lack of being a biological parent as a reason not to be a parent at all.

It's a nice change having a relaxed Carlisle and esme. Or should I say Carl and Essie. That should help Bella relax. I think this is an important step for both of them because it signals how important their relationship is, especially for Bella. She knows that Edward wants his family to know her.

It makes me feel better that Bella will be with Alice. Somehow I don't like the idea of her alone during this. And poor Edward and the crew, having to deal with such a tragedy. You know this is one day they will never forget.

I think its good Bella was calm. It's possible that there is something else on her mind. Edward knows something is up. Hopefully Alice can get Bella calmed down. I would imagine its a trust issue for Bella, especially with her past.

I figured Renee was lying to Charlie. I can understand Charlie's position but at the same time he should have insisted that he hear it from Bella. But then Renee might have found a way to make Bella lie to him. Hopefully they will be able to repair their relationship. That would also help Bella's trust issues.

Glad to see that Edward is not nervous about meeting her dad. Lol I can just see his cocky grin. 

I used to get awful cramps before I discovered birth control so I feel your pain Bella.

I would imagine it will take Bella longer but soon she will realize that Edward is not going anywhere. I hope he has some patience because I am sure that Bella's journey will be one step forward and sometimes two steps back but at least she is moving in the right direction. At least once Emmett moves, Edward will get his privacy back. ;)

Maybe Bella can give Edward a massage to help him with his back. ;)

Glad to see that bella is expanding her business. It will help her get some balance. Also, I am sure that edward will wait for as long as it takes. And I am sure it wont be forever.

Poor Emmett. Tough decision. Sounds like he is still not ready to totally give up on her. But of course she is playing the sympathy card. However, getting a serious illness I would imagine would make you see things differently.

Blond hair...I bet it's James. It is interesting that he would use an arsonist as a pseudonym. I guess he is sending a message, especially with what he did to Victoria. I bet he used her to get info on Bella. Although with Bella's business becoming more public, she is becoming even more of a target.

Nothing like a hot firemen shoot. I am sure it will be inspiration for Bella and Edward later. And that was so sweet what Edward said about getting the chance to rescue Bella. It is handy having a fireman around.

Maybe Bella subconsciously put off the shopping but she has had a lot to deal with. But you can always count on Alice to come through at the last minute.

I'm glad Edward was recognized for all his hard work. But I still say there is more to Laurent's story. But now Edward and Bella can go and celebrate... 

Hopefully they can get rid of Laurent before he does any damage. I can't imagine he will take the news well.

I totally believe they are linked and I say it is James. Maybe Bella could help them reopen the bar.

Are we possibly going to get the POV of the arsonist? That would give us insight into motivation. They are starting to get closer to the core of Bella's life but still picking people who are on the edges of it. I guess it's can't be anyone that she would notice is missing immediatly. I also say she needs to talk to Edward about her suspisions because everyone she knows should be on notice.

But that was really sad about Clearwaters. Insurance can really suck sometimes.

I sense a heirloom coming. But I am sure Bella will like whatever Edward gives her. Although wait till James and Renee find out about it.

I think she will say yes but my concern is the news will set James and Renee off. The only hiccup could be if Bella feels she is not ready for such a big commitment but I think she is.

Hopefully they can get some clues that will lead them closer to James. And I think it's good they are talking about moving in together. It makes sense to me. Maybe he should talk to someone about his nightmares.

I am sure that James is too egotistical to think he will get caught. Or just too crazy. And I am sure scaring Bella is a perk. Given what Phil does, I am sure that Renee knows. She is too cold to care.