Fitz was determined to be in their home by Mother's Day. He wanted Olivia to celebrate Mother's Day in their home. More than likely the weather would be decent, and they could have a nice family meal.

Olivia was fine with that. Her responsibilities were not that hard, and really were a lot of fun. The weekend after they returned from Asheville the three of them walked through the home.

Olivia had not been inside the home. Seeing it and being inside of it was two different animals. When her and Karen stepped out to look at the pool their eyes said it all. Fitz smiled seeing how happy they really were.

Karen thought the elevator was cool. Olivia decided which walls and rooms she was going to have painted.

They made it to Karen's room which was twice the size of the one in the apartment. It was larger than the one in their first home.

They had found a shade of lavender to paint her room. Olivia showed Fitz the Enchanted Birch Queen Iron Canopy Bed. Fitz loved it.

The next week the painters came in and completed their job over the weekend. Olivia went in and approved it. Now it was time to turn their house into a home.

For the next two months Olivia & Karen breathed school, getting the new home ready, dance, and swim practice.

Fitz wanted to be jealous but he couldn't. Both of them needed each other. The time they were spending together was changing them both for the better.

Fitz was given one weekend. They met with their photographer Gina McLean. They took their engagement pictures.

They selected a photo for their save-a-date which was a magnet that had a purple backdrop with white dropout ink.

The couple thought that they looked terrific and it was an exciting moment when they got calls and texts that they had received them.

The first of April Janice, Olivia, and Karen went to New York. They stayed with Velma and had fun in the Big Apple. Olivia selected her gown, they found Karen's gown, they made a lot of decisions concerning the wedding, and did some shopping for the house of course.

Fitz had arranged Velma's move as well. He was moving her into her new home the week after Mother's Day weekend. Velma would stay the week with them so she could spend quality time with her grand-daughter and great grand-daughter.

Since his fiancée and daughter were leaving him to fend for himself it gave him plenty of time to plan Olivia's first Mother's Day.

When they were shopping Karen looked at Olivia, "Mom did you have a best friend growing up?"

Olivia smiled, "I did. Her name was Tiffany. She was British. Her parents worked in the United States for years, but her father got sick and there were some treatments that were available there not available in the United States so they moved back home. We kept in touch for a while. By college we lost contact."

"She seemed really nice."

"She was. She was like Stephanie. Her parents were great and really supportive. It was actually her parents that filled Nana in on things that I wasn't telling her. I knew that they were semi-retired and enjoying their life, and the moment they knew what was going on they would take care of me. I didn't want to burden them."

"I understand but I'm glad that they said something. It sucks when you are treated bad by the people who are supposed to protect you."

"Yeah it does, and deep down I was glad to be with my grand-parents. They still did fun stuff, and we took some trips together so it worked out."

"Thank you for everything mommy. Thank you for being my mommy. It feels really good to have what Stephanie has with Mrs. Lauren."

"I enjoy being your mommy."

"I enjoy being your daughter. Are you and daddy going to have kids?"

Olivia was nervous but she tried to be as honest with her daughter as possible, "We do after we are married and mom finishes some more school. Plus I want to spend some more quality time with you."

"Cool. I look forward to having a brother or sister. Stephanie said she wasn't excited at first, but she loves her brother and sister."

Olivia smiled. Moments like this were priceless.

The first week in May was busy for the family, but Fitz made it a pretty painless process. Their new house was ready for them to move in. All the furniture was in. All of their necessities were there. Fitz had handled the apartment and a little at a time moved and donated.

Karen had her first dance recital and the whole family was there. It was a great moment especially when Fitz gave his daughter roses.

Olivia and Lauren had gotten to know each other really well, and Olivia learned that she could trust Lauren. Over time they began to talk about more than the girls, and Olivia found a true friend in Lauren.

Olivia surprised Lauren by asking her to be in her wedding. Lauren accepted and it showed her that Olivia really did value their friendship. Lauren's brother was a doctor so she knew when Olivia had to complete her Residency it would be hectic. Lauren assured her that she would help out along with Janice and Velma. Velma got to meet Lauren and Stephanie, and they loved each other.

Since everything was moved into the new home including their clothes and toiletries they decided to stay there after the recital. They invited Lauren & Stephanie. Her husband Neal was out-of-town on business.

Lauren loved the house. It was a huge home, but Lauren felt comfortable. She knew why. The house wasn't a showpiece. It was a home. There were certain areas of the home that were formal such as the dining room and the living room. Then you had the theater room, the family room that were relaxed.

When Karen showed them her room she smiled. She actually stepped out as the girls began to talk. Olivia went to check on her.

Lauren apologized for walking out, "Sorry it was emotional seeing Karen's room."

Olivia was shocked, "May I ask why?"

"That is Karen's dream room and I don't mean like since you guys bought this house. She use to try to talk to Melody about these things. She was too selfish to care. I pulled her aside once. She told me to fuck myself and worry about my own family. Fitz tried, whenever he found out Melody did something he ripped her. It wasn't like he was choosing Melody over Karen. Melody spent money like it was made on trees. Fortunately for him he was building a successful business, and he had a great support system. However, he worked to keep their lifestyle. I tried to include her in our family as much as possible, but it's not the same. I felt like a failure."

"Lauren you were anything but a failure. She talks about you all the time. No you weren't the same because you weren't her mom, but she trusted you. She learned from you, and most importantly she knew you loved her and supported her. Even though I wasn't around and it's not on me I still want to thank you. You kept the spot warm until I got here. I know that it took me a minute to warm up to you. It was never you. Like Karen my parents weren't the best. I have trust issues, but since moving here I'm getting better. Learning that people truly love me. That includes you. I enjoy our time together."

Lauren hugged her, "I do too."

Karen ran into the room, "Mom if Mrs. Lauren says it is okay can Stephanie spend the night with me tonight?"

Lauren said it would be fine. Olivia smiled. She knew Karen would want Stephanie to spend the night. Olivia wanted to do something fun for the girls. She opened a door and pulled out to gift bags and handed them to the girls.

They opened it to find Dancing Ballerinas Sleeping Bags with their names on it. She thought it would cool, and the girls could watch a movie in the theater room.

The girls ran over, "Thank you so much mom this is the coolest."

Stephanie hugged Olivia, "Thank you Ms. Olivia you are cool like my mom."

That made Olivia's day.

'Thank you honey and yes you can spend the night here."

Lauren smiled, "Thank you Olivia."

"It's no biggie. We take care of each other. Why don't you leave Stephanie here for the weekend. I know that the other two kids are with their grandparents for the weekend and Neal gets back in tomorrow morning. I'm sure you could use some grown-up time."

Lauren grinned, "You don't have to tell me twice plus I need to stop by the dress shop tomorrow so I can do my second fitting on my gown."

Olivia smiled and Lauren could see how excited she was about her wedding, "That is good news. Do you really like the gown?"

"No I don't like the gown I love the gown. I wish all brides were as stylish as you."

Olivia laughed.

It was a fun weekend for all. Karen & Lauren spent time together putting her room together. They baked with Olivia. Fitz had went in to work for a while. When he got back he went to the game room with the girls so Olivia could do some homework and rest.

Fitz loved the home. It is why he bought it, but being in the home with his family was everything. His mom and dad stopped by on Sunday and they ate dinner together.

Fitz could tell that his parents were truly happy for him. More than that they were proud of him, and it meant a lot. Teddy & Quinn dropped by later in the day. When Fitz showed Teddy his man cave he was jealous.

Teddy hugged his brother, "Man this is the cave of all man caves. How did you talk Olivia into this man?"

Fitz laughed, "Easy she did it. I didn't care if I had one. This is her doing and I'm not going to lie I was happy as hell when she showed it to me."

Teddy shook his head. He looked at his brother, "Bro, I'm really happy for you. Olivia is a great woman. I know it doesn't matter if I approve of her or not, but I do Fitz. She really loves you and Karen. Quinn says she when she is signing up for classes or making plans she thinks about you guys. She loves mom and dad. I know you went through some pain, but now you get to have a lot of joy."

"It means a lot Teddy. Thank you for being my best man for our wedding and helping me get Nana moved."

"We are family. Plus Nana came really cook. White people don't like to admit it, but we can't cook like black people. We can do better formal dishes, but soul food is not soul food without some soul. Face it white people don't have that kind of soul. I will do whatever Nana needs so I can partake of her meals now that she is close by."

Fitz could only laugh. His brother had a point.

The week of Mother's Day was busy. Olivia had a couple of exams. Karen had practice. Fitz was making sure that everything was set for the weekend.

Olivia had two exams Thursday and then she was done with school for the semester. It had been a rough semester just because she was so busy.

That Friday Fitz insisted she relax. He would take care of Karen. She kissed them both and went back to bed.

When she woke up a little before noon she felt like a new woman. She went to grab her phone to check the time and noticed an envelope. She opened it.

"Hi mommy, I know you have been really busy with me, school, and the house. I told daddy that you needed a spa day. He agreed. You have an appointment and a friend waiting to enjoy the afternoon with you. Love you always your daughter."

Olivia couldn't believe that this Mother's Day she was a mother. It was the best feeling. Not because of the gift, but that she had Karen.

Olivia got dressed and made it to Bella Trio Spa. When she checked in she found out that she was being given the ultimate spa day. She was starting out with a sugar scrub, then a one hour Swedish massage and Aroma Ritual Facial, a break for lunch, then a spa manicure and footlogix pedicure. She thought that was a lot, but then the front desk associate told her that she would then go to the salon side and enjoy a conditioning hair treatment (Olivia smiled she had cancelled her appointment so she could study and help Karen with her project), scalp massage, and a shampoo and style.

When Olivia went into a room to sit and wait for the person to get her to take her back she stopped. She was looking at a woman who reminded her so much of her best friend Tiffany. Olivia tried to remain composed knowing this was just someone who looked like her.

Tiffany smiled, "Liv it's me. It's Tiffany"

Olivia could no longer hold in the tears and neither could Tiffany. It was an emotional reunion. They finally composed themselves and sat down.

Olivia looked at her, "How?"

Tiffany smiled, "Your daughter?"

"What?"

Tiffany laughed, "Well it seems when you were in New York shopping for your wedding you had a talk with your daughter about your best friend growing up. She talked to Nana who had a guy try to find me. It wasn't as hard as they thought. About three years ago I took over the business in the United States. I live in D.C. so the investigator contacted me to see if I was willing to speak to Nana and your daughter which I was. About a week later I Skype with them. She raved about you. She said you had done so much for her. She was hoping that I would at least call. When I told her my schedule was free she talked with your fiancée. I talked to him for a while and they set this up to surprise you."

Olivia was in shock. "I don't know what to say. God I have missed you. You really look the same just more mature and beautiful."

"Well you look the same in some ways, but I am glad to see you look different in a lot of other ways. You smile, your eyes show life, you look truly happy. Your fiancée is great. I actually met him in a conference years ago. We didn't talk long. Karen is great. I can tell she has been through some things, and you saved her. Any way I had a hotel here, but Fitz said that was unacceptable. He dropped me off. He said, I was staying with you guys."

"Absolutely. I insist!"

"Liv that man worships the ground you walk on. I'm sorry we lost touch, but I am glad to reunite with you. We are not that far from each other."

"We aren't and I am glad to have you back too. Did you have plans for the 4th of July? My boyfriend and I were going to take a trip, but after speaking with Karen I asked if he minded our trip being to North Carolina. He was fine with it."

"Good, can you be in my wedding? I already have a Maid and Matron of Honor but it would mean a lot if you would be in my wedding."

"Anything for you Liv."

The two friends spent the afternoon getting pampered, catching up, and enjoying their time together. They still felt like the same two girls but were now women.

Tiffany asked, "Has it been hard to walk away from your parents?"

"Honestly no. Once I came to North Carolina and met Fitz my life changed. He made it so easy to be me from day one. I can honestly tell you for the first time I am happy with who I am. Something I wouldn't have honestly said before."

"Wow I know. He seems really laid back. I bet he balances you out."

"He does. Whenever I get in my head he is a patient. He never tells me I should or shouldn't feel something. He just reminds me that it doesn't have to be so hard. He spoils me. My truck, jewelry, romantic dates but unlike Edison or any man he isn't throwing money at me. When he gets me things they are things I want. He knows me. He doesn't buy me gifts to replace his love. He buys them as a token of his love."

"I have to tell you I was excited when I got the call. When I first got back I had no time for me. Taking on a corporation that is worldwide is not easy, but I have finally settled in. I was going to actually reach out to Velma now that I have time to have a life outside of work, and then I got the call. It must be nice to know that you will have a great relationship with your step-daughter."

"It is but she is legally mine. I adopted her. Her mother left her. She lied to Fitz about him being the biological father. He actually died of a drug overdose, but Fitz didn't care. He caught her in bed with one of his friends in their home. When they divorced he wanted to ensure that she couldn't come back and hurt her so he paid her additional money in the settlement for her sign away her parental rights."

"Oh that's one shady bitch. She is a snake and those always come back at least once."

"Oh she did, but I was ready. Like I told her I may be going to school to be a doctor now, but in my past life I was a hell of a crisis manager and lawyer. I knew she was coming so I had her looked into. I shut her down and smacked her for being out line with me."

Tiffany laughed, "Now I know that my Olivia is still in there."

"Always."

After they finished up at the spa they headed home. Fitz texted that he was taking care of dinner.

They pulled up to Olivia 's home and Tiffany smiled.

"Olivia, this house is gorgeous. I can't wait to see the inside."

"Fitz picked it. I love it. We have it for a little bit, but wanted to finish his lease and Karen finish school before we moved. We moved in a little earlier than planned so we could take a family vacation before the wedding. I'll have to take you by his office here. He bought it so when I'm ready to start my practice I already have the space."

"Oh yeah he is a keeper."

Olivia noticed the cars in the drive-way.

As Olivia was putting the car in park the door opened. It was Karen. They got out and she came over and hugged her mom.

"Hi ladybug how was school today?"

"Hi mom. It was great. Nana is here. We picked her up already."

"Okay sweetie."

Karen turned around, "Hi Miss. Tiffany it is great to finally meet you. Thank you for coming."

Tiffany smiled and hugged her, "No thank you for calling me. I appreciate you more than you know."

They made it to the kitchen where everyone was. She noticed Abby, Quinn, Stephen, Teddy, his parents, and Nana.

Fitz came over and gave her a quick kiss, "Hi baby. You looked more relaxed."

"I am. Thanks to you and our daughter."

Fitz hugged Tiffany again, "Thanks again."

"No thank you. She was my best friend growing up. I missed her too."

Nana came over and shared a long hug.

Olivia introduced Tiffany to everyone. The doorbell rang. Fitz came back with Lauren, Neal, and the kids.

Abby was sitting back watching everyone interact.

Fitz got everyone's attention, "Guys I'll be right back. I have to show my fiancée one of her gifts. Keep an eye on the kids for me. Ladies follow behind me."

They were headed towards the basement. Fitz asked her not to go down there because he was having some work done, and didn't want her to get hurt.

When the door opened Olivia was shocked. She looked at her fiancée. He smiled, "I guess you have your own cave too."

Fitz had turned the basement into a Wine Room, but her wine room held more than wine. In one corner of the room there was a love seat. There was pictures of them on the walls as well as other art work. There was a bar against another wall with bar stools in the front. In the middle was a glass table seats around. There was a 42 inch LED TV mounted on the wall, and the room was connected to the BOSE system in the house.

Olivia loved it. She gave him a quick but passionate kiss and whispered in his ear, "I'll thank you properly later."

Fitz smiled, "I'm counting on it. Enjoy your time with the ladies. The guys are helping me with dinner. I'll come get you when it's time to eat."

"Okay love you."

"Love you too."

Everyone was walking around enjoying the room. Lauren said, "I love Neal but damn Fitz puts him to shame. Let me know if you want to trade."

Olivia laughed, "Never"

Olivia was still walking around the room taking it in when she noticed a section that was different from the other cabinets in the room. When Olivia looked she gasped.

"Fitz called me one night. We were talking about my move. He asked me about your Papa. What was your relationship like? What did you bond over? Other than you I never felt so comfortable talking about him. It was therapeutic. I told him that he was who gave you your love of wine. The reason that those bottles are in a special cabinet away from the others is because of their expense and they are vintage. Your grandfather purchased them for you. He told me to give them to you when I felt you needed them. Once Fitz told me about the room I gave them to him. Look closer at the cabinet."

Olivia went over and looked and immediately smiled. Inscribed on the cabinet it said, "Over a Cliff"

Olivia leaned into her grandmother and they just spent a moment alone thinking about the man who brought them both so much joy.

"I know that I say it and so do the others, but that man up there loves you with everything that he has. I know you, and I know that sometimes you get in your head. It can consume you. That is not always a bad thing, but know now you have a partner in life. You are never alone. When you get scared run to him not away from him okay."

"Yes ma'am. Thank you Nana for raising me. Giving me this chance and forcing me to start over away from New York. I want you to know I am really glad you are here with us. Once I get a little further in school I want to add to our family, and I want you here to enjoy every moment with me."

"I'll be right here and so will Janice and Gerald. They really love you."

"I love them too."

The women made it back to the group. Janice had opened up a bottle of red and pulled a bottle of white out of the wine cooler. Olivia hadn't noticed the wine cooler or the refrigerator. When she opened it there was cheese and chocolates and other little snacks that Olivia liked with her wine.

The group was laughing and talking. Olivia hadn't noticed at first that Abby seemed standoffish.

Lauren called out to Olivia, "Hey Liv the stuff we ordered for Karen's party has arrived. One day next week stop by the house so we can go through it to make sure it is right."

"Sounds good Lauren."

Tiffany looked at Olivia, "Hey Liv Lauren said that the shop where she ordered her dress from has several locations. We pulled it up and they have one in D.C. so Monday I will go in and order. Have you decided on shoes?

"No, David sent me so suggestions last night. I have to look at them. Maybe we can look this weekend."

Abby scoffed and it caused everyone to pause especially Olivia.

Olivia looked at her, "Is there a problem Abby?"

Abby smirked, "No problem Liv. You have changed and I don't have room in your new cozy life anymore with your perfect man, child, and friend. I just find it funny that now you have the perfect life I am of no use to you anymore. What were you going to wait till right before the wedding before you were going to tell me that Tiffany was your maid of honor. I thought you were different but I was wrong. You got your uppity friends and now you have no use for me. You even introduced Quinn to your precious brother-in-law since she came from the right side of the fence. I get it. Won't be the first time and damn sure won't be the last."

Fitz had come down to tell the ladies that dinner was ready when he heard Abby talking disrespectfully to Olivia. He wasn't sure what to do. He didn't have to wait long.

Olivia stood up and faced Abby. When Tiffany heard five both she and Nanny glimpsed at each other out the corner of their eye knowing it was about to down. The Bronx girl was about to step out.

Olivia was fuming, "Five, you must have lost your damn mind when you decided that you were going to stand here and disrespect me in my own home. Four, I introduced Teddy to Quinn because they are compatible;unfortunately everyone can't handle a loud mouth woman who wants to control everything. Three, the reason that I haven't spent much time with you is called responsibilities. I have a family, about to get married, going to medical school, raising my daughter so sorry if that doesn't give me much time to shop and eat out with you. Two, Lauren is the mother of my daughter's best friend so naturally I will spend more time with her by default of our children not because she is better than you or her social class. And one, Tiffany is my best friend. One who I have not seen in forever but I am not selfish or inconsiderate. I asked her to be in my wedding as a bridesmaid because I wouldn't do that to you or any of my friends. That however is about to change. The one thing you are right about is that I have changed. I am happy and have people who love and respect me. For the last couple of months other than school, family, and moving I haven't had much time for anything else. I valued our relationship, but obviously you didn't because I didn't pay enough attention to you. Don't worry it won't happen again. Now you can leave and forget you knew this uppity girl."

Abby was stunned. She had never seen this side of Olivia, and now realized that her mouth had gotten her into trouble once again. She also realized that it is true that when you assume you can make an ass out of yourself. She did. She wanted to apologize to Olivia, but she knew now was not that time.

Once she left nobody said a word for a moment. Olivia turned and saw her fiancée, "Is dinner ready?"

"It is. Are you okay?"

"More than okay. No one gets to steal my joy."

Everyone smiled especially Velma. They went upstairs and enjoyed a nice meal and lots of good conversation. They played games. Talked about funny stories growing up. Karen really enjoyed hearing about her mom. She found out her mom usually didn't get in trouble, but when she got into mischief she did it big.

Olivia smiled as she looked around the room. She never had this growing up. A room full of family and friends laughing and talking about anything and nothing. It was happening in her home, and she looked forward to so many more nights like tonight.

Fitz was up early for mother's day. He was prepping for dinner, but also for breakfast. A little bit later Karen joined him in the kitchen. Once his dad and Teddy came into the kitchen the breakfast train was on the go.

Once the coffee and juice were ready Karen went and served everyone in bed. Tiffany offered to help, but they sent her in the room with Liv so they could spend more time together.

For breakfast everyone enjoyed Belgian waffles, a vegetable omelet, eggs Benedict, and a fruit salad. The ladies were served their breakfast in tray also included a bouquet of pink roses. Fitz had turned on the BOSE system.

After breakfast the men cleaned the kitchen while the ladies got themselves together. They met in the family room to open up gifts.

Karen went first. She handed gift bags to her grandmothers.

Velma opened hers first. Inside were personalized Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones. One had her name, her late husband's name, Olivia & Fitz, Karen, and the last one said "Grandma's Special Garden. Velma loved it and couldn't wait to put them out once she got her garden going at her new home. She also got her a rectangle casserole dish with her name on it. Finally, she got her a coffee mug that said "To the World's Greatest Nana From the World's Most Grateful Kid."

Velma gave Karen a long hug and thanked her for such a wonderful gift.

Janice opened her gift bag to find a touch throw that had a heart in the middle and the throw said "Nana Whenever you touched this heart you'll know that we love you. Inside the heart had Olivia, Fitz, Karen, and Teddy. A kitchen glass cutting board with her name on it, and a personalized photo frame.

Janice thanked her granddaughter. She always gave thoughtful gifts. She got it from her dad and now her mom.

Karen went over and handed Olivia her gifts. For some reason she was really nervous. This was the first time she really put thought into her mother's day gift for her mom.

Olivia kissed her forehead, "I will love it baby."

She unwrapped the first gift and she immediately became emotional. When they were in Asheville to look at the venue for the wedding Fitz had taken several pictures of them, but her favorite was of them in the garden. Karen had the picture blown up and put in a personalized frame.

Inside of the gift bag Karen gave to her was a glass keepsake box with Olivia's initial. Inside of the box was a family circle of love birthstone necklace. The outer circle had her name, Olivia, and Fitz. The inner circle had their birthstones. She had also gotten her a bracelet.

Olivia held her daughter for a while, and thanked her for making her a mom and expressing how much she loved the gifts.

Teddy & Gerald gave out gifts.

It was Olivia's turn. She handed Velma and Janice a gift box.

When Velma opened hers she smiled. Velma had mentioned to Olivia that in all the jewelry that she had for some reason she had no real pearls.

Now she did. In the case was a set of Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Stud Earrings, Necklace, and Bracelet with 18K White Gold.

Olivia wanted to give Janice something sentimental so she had Karen to take a picture of Gerald, Fitz, and Teddy together, and she used a picture that she and Karen had taken recently and put the pictures in a 18K Yellow Gold Floral Locket Necklace.

Olivia could tell that Janice loved gift.

It was now FItz's turn. He handed Nana and his mom and envelope. He told them that it was from him, Teddy, and Olivia.

It was a two-week Canary Islands all-inclusive cruise for the two of them. They had been talking about taking girls trips so they paid for their first big trip for them.

Now it was Olivia turn. He sat a wrapped box, an envelope, and a gift bag. She unwrapped the box to find a new Macbook Pro. She had her laptop for a while and it was time to replace it and he had.

She opened the envelope to find season tickets to the Carolina football and basketball games. Also he had purchased them a luxury suite for the Carolina Panthers game.

The glee she had in that moment was something that she couldn't explain. Finally she looked in the gift bag and saw all kinds of things for a dog. She was confused. Thinking he had gotten those things for when they got a dog. She always wanted one but her parents refused, and her grandfather was allergic so she had not been able to get one. Now that they were in their house she was hoping to get one. She also knew Karen wanted one as well.

Fitz smiled, "I know that you have always wanted a dog. Karen has wanted one as well so I figured we could get one."

Olivia was so excited that she hadn't notice Karen leave the room and come back with the puppy until she heard Nana say "Aww"

She looked up to find Karen holding a puppy. Olivia jumped up and went over to Karen. They sat on the floor playing with the puppy.

It was not lost on any of them how happy and child-like Olivia was acting. Tiffany smiled. She enjoyed seeing her best friend happy. Unfortunately she didn't see that too often when they were growing up.

Fitz got on the floor with them. She is a Cavachon which is a mixture of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Bichon Frise. She is eight weeks old. She had been wormed and had all of her shots. She was fixed and had been chipped.

The puppy was in Olivia's lap. she was so cute and playful. She was very friendly. She had white and brown fur.

Olivia & Karen were in their own world with the puppy.

The puppy was playing with a toy that they took out of the gift bag.

Karen was laughing, "She looks like a puppy I saw online. Her name was Claire."

Olivia smiled, "I like it. Do you like it Claire?"

Olivia called the puppy by her name and she rolled over. It was too cute.

Once Olivia pulled out Claire's bed she took her toy and climbed in the bed. It was so cute and Karen grabbed the camera and took a few shots.

Olivia leaned into Fitz, "Thank you. This has been a wonderful weekend thanks to you and Karen. I love you so much. I love you both so much. This family is my life now, and if that is a problem then they are not welcome. I am happy with my life now, and I refuse to change it for anyone."

Fitz smiled, "Good because we are happy with you. All of us. We are a family and that includes Tiffany. I only pampered her this weekend so she would owe us a trip to D.C."

They all laughed.

Tiffany said, "Well it worked. I owe you, but maybe before school starts for Karen guys can come down. We could see the monuments and maybe go to the National Zoo."

Olivia looked at Karen who was smiling. She knew that Karen wanted to go, but she knew they were already taking one trip together.

Olivia pulled Karen into her lap, "Do you want to go to D.C. ladybug?"

Karen nodded, "I do mom, but you and dad are already taking me on one trip. I understand if we can't."

"Sweetie that is what summer is about. Doing a lot of fun things. Once I start working with patients and began my Residency I won't have a lot of free time so I want to do as much as we can while I can."

"Okay mom."

While the ladies were enjoying their gifts, relaxing, and talking Fitz had made it to the kitchen to start their dinner. They were eating a little earlier so Tiffany could join them before flying out.

Olivia looked at Tiffany, "Well I need a Maid of Honor now. Do you mind?"

"Are you sure Liv? Do you want to talk to Abby first?"

"No, I would have in the past, but I am not bowing down to another person ever again. I am a grown woman. So is she. If you had issues and concerns you talk to me not at me. You don't disrespect me in my home and try to embarrass me in front of my family and friends trying to make me look bad. At some point we may talk, but now is not the time. Like I told her right now my family is my priority. My daughter's birthday is coming up, our first family vacation, my wedding and honeymoon, and now our trip to D.C. before school starts again for the both of us."

Everyone was proud of Olivia especially Velma. She had always been proud of her granddaughter, but now she was prouder than ever.

Later on they would sit down and enjoy a Garden Salad, Chicken Tikka & Pepper Kabobs with roasted potatoes and grilled asparagus, rolls, and Vanilla Cheesecake.

It was the ending to a great Mother's Day. They took Tiffany to the air strip. They promise to chat at least once a week. Tiffany will order her dress first thing in the morning.

Olivia told her they had booked most of the Inn so she didn't have to worry about finding a place to stay.

Before they got in the car to leave Olivia pulled Fitz to her and kissed him with everything she had in her. This man was her world. He taught and gave her so much.

When they pulled apart Fitz asked, "Not that I am complaining, but what was that for?"

"For loving me and making me happy. For doing all that you do for me. From the room, to Tiffany, to my gifts, and most of all our daughter thank you and I love you. Let's go home so I show you how happy I am."

"I'll never turn you down, but when I do things for you know I do them out of love. I don't expect anything in return."

"Oh I know, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't be rewarded."

Fitz smiled. The couple made it home and once Karen was in the bed they spent the night into the early morning expressing their love for one another.

A/N-I know that this is my story and I can write what I want, but as a write I feel like I owe you some explanations to where my mind is.

In the show the only thing about Olivia's past they talk about is her parents and her choice of men. Although we know that she was sent to the best schools it is deduced that she wasn't happy for the most part because she was sent away. Which is realistic, but no one has all bad happen to them. When you hear people's horror stories there is always that one person or thing that was the light at the end of the tunnel. Their hope for a better tomorrow. That is why I introduced Tiffany. To give Olivia's past a little happiness.

Now to Abby. Honestly I think that Abby character is like this. When she doesn't get her way she flips. When she feels she is wrong she goes on a tirade. Abby doesn't ask she assumes a lot. So I didn't change that about her. Because of the show Abby by default in most stories is her best friend. I wanted to try something a little different while being realistic. I haven't decided if and when they will make up. I don't think I will know until I continue to write the story. Since I added this element in I didn't start on Karen's birthday or their vacation. The next update will start a couple of weeks later with her birthday, Father's Day, and their family vacation. Then their wedding and honeymoon.