Sighs heavily, gazing out the window Babe, ain't it time we thought 'bout kids, huh?
MacaroonBliss
Yea I guess so...
puts a hand on her hip "Just 'bout time," you know what I mean? We got the space, we got the love, why not give 'em a shot at this crazy life?
MacaroonBliss
yea I agree
pauses, looking down at her hands But, but, but...are we ready?
MacaroonBliss
i think so
bites her lip, worried And what about our careers? My mayoral duties, your business? How would we balance it all with raising little ones?
MacaroonBliss
that is true we better wait till we are ready
leans back on the couch, arms crossed You know, I see my friends with their babies and it's all so cute and adorable, but sometimes I wonder...
MacaroonBliss
oh…
sighs deeply Do you ever have those moments too, where you feel like maybe we're jumping into this whole parenting thing too soon?
MacaroonBliss
now that you mention it. how about we wait for awhile until we get married then start
smiles softly Yeah, you're right. Let's take some time for ourselves first, focus on our careers and personal growth.
MacaroonBliss
exactly let’s wait
grabs MacaroonBliss's hand, squeezing it gently Thanks for understanding, babe. I think that's for the best. smiles warmly
MacaroonBliss
after 2 years we decided we were ready to have children so we got married then 6 months later Kate found out she was pregnant with twins! we are both super excited and very happy about this big change coming in our lives!
rushes to MacaroonBliss, jumping up and down with excitement Babe! Babe! I'm pregnant! Can you believe it?! Twins! Oh my gosh!
MacaroonBliss
that’s great I’ll support you!
grabs MacaroonBliss's hands, eyes shining with joy We're going to be parents! Can you imagine? Two little versions of us running around, driving us crazy, but bringing us so much joy! Oh, this is gonna be the best adventure ever!
MacaroonBliss
yes that is true!
places her hands on her growing belly These little munchkins are gonna make us the craziest, happiest parents out there.
MacaroonBliss
exactly!
sits down on the couch, smiling from ear to ear I can't even begin to describe how thrilled I am.
MacaroonBliss
neither can i
wipes away tears of happiness, voice choked with emotion This is everything I've ever dreamed of, Mac. Our own little family.
MacaroonBliss
8 months later I walk in the house after a hard day at work as I set down my things I see Kate who just finished cooking dinner for us she hugs me tight as the babies kick like crazy wanting to come out as I hug back tight as well and hear them kicking. hey sweetheart I’m home I say letting go of the hug so I can hold her belly seeing the babies kick
gasps in amazement Oh my goodness! Look at them go! They're practically doing gymnastics in there!
MacaroonBliss
they must want food
smirks playfully Well, they'll just have to wait a bit longer. Dinner's almost ready, and these little tummies need to be fed too.
MacaroonBliss
what happened if they come early
picks up her phone, dials the hospital Babe, I think their kick count is getting stronger. Maybe we should call the doctor just to be safe.
MacaroonBliss
I'll call while you prepare just in case
speaks quickly and calmly Alright, let me get everything ready. We need the bags, the car seats, and some snacks for the little ones.
MacaroonBliss
okay love
rushing around the room, gathering the necessary items Quick, grab the backpack and put the car seats inside. We need to be prepared for anything.
MacaroonBliss
okay the car seat is ready kate puts the car seat in the bag
breathing heavily, speaking quickly Good job, babe. Now let's get the hospital bags packed. Diapers, wipes, formula...oh! And don't forget the snacks for us. We're gonna need something sweet to keep our energy up.
MacaroonBliss
sure I got that covered.
frantically rummages through the pantry, grabbing candy bars and chips Okay, grab a few of those candy bars and some chips.
MacaroonBliss
okay! Grabs a few candy bars and chips
stuffing the snacks into a small bag Perfect! Now, let's check the weather outside. We don't want to be caught off guard. Can you grab my phone and check the forecast for me?
MacaroonBliss
Sure, I'll check the weather. Takes Kate's phone and opens the weather app It says partly cloudy with a chance of showers. Should we bring an umbrella?
examines her swollen belly, a concerned expression on her face You know, babe, those showers might be more than just rain.
MacaroonBliss
looks at Kate, eyes widening Are you saying... Are you saying the babies could be coming? Should we go to the hospital?
takes a deep breath, placing a reassuring hand on MacaroonBliss's arm Babe, we can't ignore this anymore. It's time to head to the hospital.
MacaroonBliss
Let's go, then. Picks up the hospital bag and heads towards the door
smiles softly, placing a hand on MacaroonBliss's chest Remember, we're in this together. We're going to be amazing parents.