Memories of Us
Chapter 7
Edward and I had a wonderful honeymoon. Seamus and Maggie were incredible hosts and offered to send our gifts and keepsakes back for us, so we could enjoy our last day in Ireland.
"Maggie, you have been more than gracious." I hugged her tightly as we exited the car at the airport.
"Bella, seeing you and Edward glowing and with the promise of a child," Maggie touched my belly and winked at me "Is the only thanks we need. Seamus and I are going to try and come to America next year, maybe there will be a baby for us to spoil." Maggie hugged me tightly again.
"We'll see Maggie," I giggled "I'll keep you informed."
I fell asleep as soon as the flight took off, Edward had to wake me at our first layover.
Finally, we were on our last flight to Antigua. As much as I loved Ireland, I was looking forward to some warmth and seeing Edward in a swimsuit.
"My wife!" Edward picks me up outside our room and tells me he's going to carry me over the threshold, again.
"Edward we already did this in Ireland." I laughed.
"And this is the second part of our honeymoon, so we'll do it here too. Better to be safe than sorry." He kissed me while scanning the door card.
The room was breathtaking. It was a beautiful open-air villa, with our own private pool, hot tub, and beach front.
We enjoyed our time in Antigua, mostly laying around and feeding each other fresh fruit and trying to make a baby; our last day on the island we finally ventured out to get some gifts for our friends and family.
Coming home was bittersweet, it meant back to the real world, back to work and coming back as husband and wife.
Arriving at the airport, we got our luggage and went out to our waiting Uber, enjoying our last few minutes together.
"Did my mom text you and tell you that they've planned our reception for this weekend?" Edward chuckled.
"Yes, she was asking me for my favorite cake flavors because you like any type of cake. According to your mom." I told Edward.
"Well, what did you pick?" he was eager.
"I picked a simple vanilla cake with raspberry filling and vanilla frosting." I shrugged.
"That sounds perfect." Edward smiled.
"Well, according to both our parents, it has to be big enough to feed most of the town." I laughed.
"Seriously? Why? I thought this would be family." Edward sighed.
"We didn't give them the wedding, so they're giving us the reception."
Edward shook his head and sighed.
Arriving at my home, now our home, we saw all of Edward's boxes inside.
"Well, they didn't waste any time." Edward laughed.
"Yeah, it was Sam, your dad and my dad who did most of this." I smiled at him. "I told them I wanted it all here when we got back, that way WE didn't have to move it and we can get it unpacked now, instead of when school is in, that's not something I want to do."
"I agree."
We enjoyed the next two days at home, unpacking, making love and rearranging items to fit us both.
The weekend was upon us, we arrived at Esme and Carlisle's house, my dad was already there, as well as Jake, Leah, Sam, and Emily.
Edward wore a simple pair of khakis and a blush colored shirt with the sleeves rolled up and left the top unbuttoned, I wore a blush colored jumpsuit, it was high neck and sleeveless with a simple jeweled design on the bodice and all matching blush jewelry and heels.
"Have I told you how beautiful you looked today?" Edward whispered in my ear as we walked up the driveway.
"Oh about 30 times." I smiled.
"Well, you are, and this outfit is amazing." He kissed my neck as we stopped at the door.
"Edward! Bella!" Esme threw the door open and Edward chuckled on my neck.
"Hey mom." Edward hugged his mom and pulled us inside.
"It's about time!" Leah came running up to us hugging and kissing us. "Any baby news?" she touched my stomach.
"Leah!" I stood there stunned.
"No Leah, no babies yet." Edward assured her, and Leah pouted.
"C'mon out back and join everyone, I was just getting to put this sign out for people to walk through the side gate." Esme shooed us out the door.
Everyone greeted us as we walked into the garden, walking over to Emily who looked like she was about to pop. "Whoa! You sure there's only two in there?"
"I know. I'm miserable and have a hard time getting around." Emily sighed.
"Well, I can help out if you need it." I assured her.
"Thanks, I'll let you know. We just hired a waitress to my place. I hope she works out." Emily grimaced and grabbed her belly. "Uh, these two are kicking the crap out of me." She grabbed my hand and put it on her belly. "Feel that, these two have been at it all day."
"Oh wow! I remember that feeling. Max was always twisting and turning, a hand there a foot here." My laughter, turning to tears quickly.
"Shit. I'm so sorry Bella." Emily tried to get up, but Edward came rushing over.
"It's okay Emily. I'll get her." Edward led me inside to the kitchen. "Hey, what happened?"
"I don't know. Emily had me feel her belly and I was telling her about when I was pregnant with Max and how he'd twist and turn…" I broke down again.
"Bella, it's okay. You're allowed to be sad." Edward ran his hands up and down my arms.
"I know, and I've been doing great. I'm genuinely happy. I love you and our new life, I guess I'm just tired. Someone did keep me up late and woke me early." I smiled as Edward wiped my tears.
"I've got to show my wife how much I love her, right?" he chuckled.
We walked back outside, and I hugged Emily tightly, assuring her I was okay.
Half the town was here, Esme had truly outdone herself today.
Edward and I danced with everyone and even a few times together.
Presents were piled high upon a table next to the beautiful cake Esme had ordered. It was a simple naked wedding cake, with just a few blush colored roses on the sides and the topper said, 'Best Day Ever' and it truly was.
At the end of the night, the guys had loaded up Jakes SUV and took all the presents back to the house, while I sat with the girls and chatted about everything.
When the guys came back, we stayed a little while longer before heading home with promises of a get together soon.
"We'll host!" Edward offered up. "It'll be a back to school bash."
"I'm game! Just let us know when." Jake slapped Edward on the back.
"Okay, we'll get back to you guys." We hugged everyone goodbye and headed home, finally.
Arriving home, we headed to the kitchen, both needing some hot tea to relax.
"Why don't we take a relaxing bath after this." Edward suggested.
"Sounds good. A great way to end our reception."
After making love in the bathtub, we showered off and Edward carried me to bed, where we fell into a deep sleep, until the wee hours of the morning.
AN:
As promised, I'm finishing all my stories…
It'll just take some time.
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