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09/04/10

Married a day & Patty tried not to feel odd having a new 'mother' figure in her life. Adam tried to warn her & he was right that the woman would dote over her while they were in Canada. Patty was hardly if even lifting a finger. They were finishing the final touches on the nursery. Adam stepped out a few moments knowing Patty was in good hands with his mom.

She came in with some tea for them both. "I am sorry that this all came on ya so fast Ms. Copeland."
"Nothing for you to be sorry about Patty. I am just glad you make my son happy."
"As he does me Ma'am."
"I wanted to ask something, something I wondered if you thought about once the baby is born."
"What is it?"
"Well a few things actually. You also wrestled before this right?"
"Yes ma'am & I was still unsure if or when I would get back to it. While they still a baby the three of us would travel together, I know I need to look ahead to when they are old enough for school."
"Well glad so see you looking ahead. I was wondering if you were planning on breast feeding or not."
"I was."
"Good…have you bought anything to help with that?"

Patty was slightly surprised the woman seemed so open or as some would say blunt. She wasn't offended as growing up in Ireland it was just viewed as a natural thing & not the taboo Americans seem to place on it. Then again they were not in America right now. "Things?"
"Yes. A pillow that sits on your waist & hip. It helps support the baby more comfortably so you don't need to use your arms to bare the weight the whole time. Some call it a boppy pillow. Also a pump & the accessories for it…this way Adam can also help with feeding the baby. It also helps in case the baby is not hungry when your body is ready."
"No I haven't." Patty looks a little embarrassed.
"It's ok dear, it is always the little things one forget during these times. We can go looking later today if you wish."
"I would like that."

Patty shifted her weight wincing.
"You ok?"
"A twinge in me back."
"Why Don't you stretch out & relax. Let me know if it gets better or worse." Patty nodded & went to swing her legs on the couch when she gave an audible wince that time. "That answers that question. Let's get you checked out. Can you stand on your own?"

Patty works to stand & Adam's mom helps her out to her car heading for the local hospital. She pulls up front placing a hand on Patty's shoulder. "Just relax. I'll be right back." She moves out of the car heading inside informing the front desk that has a lady that may be going into labor. A nurse comes out with a wheelchair helping Patty from the car. She tries not to get worried the questions she is being asked. She isn't due for almost four more weeks. She is checked by emergency staff first, then a member of obstetrics checks her over. They admit it is quite possible & suggest admitting her to play it safe.

After she is in a room Adam's mom steps away to call Adam letting him know what is going on. He assures her that he will be there as soon as he can. On his way in he called Stephen to let him know the doctors think Patty may have already started going into labor. Of course he wanted to be there, but was not sure how soon he could get a flight there with his schedule. He said he would try what he could.

Adam got to the hospital finding the Obstetric department he was lead to Patty's room where at least for now she was resting as comfortably as possible. He was just glad to see with his own eyes she was ok, he walked over giving his mom a big hug thanking her for being there.
"She still has a while Adam. The doctor says she hasn't dilated much."
"As long as she isn't in too much pain I'll be honest I hope it is a while. Her older brother is trying to get a flight here."

"Mo chroí?" A weak voice came from the bed, he walked over taking her hand.
"Yeah I'm here." She opened her eyes with a soft smile. "I called Stephen…he said he will try to get here in time." She gave a nod before he leaned kissing her forehead. He went to grab a chair to sit by her. His mother said she was stepping out for a little while to let her know when things progress or he needed her. The nurse checking on her a few hours later was pleased to say she was indeed dilating. She was at the point that they could place an epidural if she wished. She wasn't sure at first, but after some talking she decided to let them.

Heading to evening she felt like she kept wanting to shift which she could with Adam & the nurses help. Short time later a nurse came in saying there was two guys in the waiting area. Adam looked puzzled looking at her. "Two?"
"I be ya love that me brother told Mark."
"Oh boy…." He stood up kissing her forehead again. "Do you really want them in here?"
"I am covered, I think it safe." He nodded heading out to see them

They exchanged greetings & Mark couldn't help but mention the nervous smile of Adam's face. He just shrugged. "What you expect I'm about to become a dad…I would be lying if I didn't say I was nervous & scared. We were still getting things for the baby thinking we had a few weeks. Plus Mark you know my history."
"Yeah, but you not him…Remember even if we are not blood you & Patty have a large family by choice. Sometimes the family you choice means more then those by blood."
"Would you two like to go see her?"
"Um, there no problems with that?" Stephen asked.
"She hasn't gotten that far along yet." Adam informed him.
"Worry you get grossed out Stephen?" Mark lightly joked.
"Like ye wouldn't be?"
"Hey I have three kids…so no. Also I would be honored to go see her." Adam lead the guys into the room.

Her eyes opened hearing the door. She offered a light smile. "Hey guys."
Stephen went over giving her a light hug. "So the wee one grew restless it seems?"
"Aye bruther does seem that way." She cringed faintly placing a hand near her belly.
"You are doing just fine. You look good." Mark informed her. The nurse came in checking her vitals again. She saw the two new people.
"And who are these gentleman Mrs. Copeland?" She couldn't see both guys shooting looks at Adam.

"Thee fellow by me head tis me bruther Stephen. The fellow by the door tis Mark, family friends but also spiritual advisor."
"Well I want to see how far along you are…they won't see anything but I will leave it to you if you want them to leave or not."
"I am fine either way."
"I think I will step out sis." Stephen pats her shoulder before heading for the door.
Mark look at Adam. "You have a preference papa?" Adam couldn't help but smile lightly being called that.
"As her spiritual advisor you are welcome to stay." Mark give a nod as the nurse checks her.
"You are about 6 right now Mrs. Copeland & about 80% effaced. How you feeling?"
"OK…I feel pressure, but nay much pain."
"That is how the medication should be. I'll check you in about another hour." After the nurse left Mark went to grab Stephen knowing both were wondering the same thing.

"OK Adam." Stephen started. "When did me sistar become ye wife?"
"Um…a day ago."
"A day…"
"Steph calm down please…We love each other & wanted there to be no question over our child's last name." Patty informed them. "At some point Adam wishes to give me a real wedding…for now twas just a quite ceremony." She gave a faint wince again. "And I guess good timing based on this lil one wanting to see the outside world."
"OK sis, just wish I had a bit of a warning besides the nursing telling us."
"Sorry we didn't get a chance to tell anyone. Except his mom."

Things calmed down & the next time they checked she was told the Doctor was being called down because she should be ready to push soon. Mark stayed out of the way while Stephen left the room. Judy had returned about a half hour before. She kept Stephen company talking while the delivery was taking place. Mark just closed his eyes reciting a small prayer for them both. He was repeated it a few times till the baby's cry filled the air. Adam tried not to be nervous when he was asked if he wanted to cut the cord. He decided he couldn't & the doctor did it for him.
"Congratulations it's a boy." Patty looked when the Doctor lifted him up before passing him to a nurse to clean him up & check him over. The nurse brought their son over wrapped in the little blanket.

"Would you like to hold him?" she asked them. Patty smiled at Adam. "Go head papa…I worried I too tired…" Adam smiled again liking being called papa. The nurse carefully placed the baby in his arms. Adam felt a sense of pride, something he didn't think he would feel. After all he did not create the little miracle in his arms. He had to remember though he was there every steps of both Patty & his well being, he may not have created him, but he did help nurture him.

"Hello Daniel." He looked at Patty whose eyes were already growing heavy. "I was right mo chroí. He is beautiful like his mama." Adam lightly kissed the baby's cheek before giving him back to the nurse that placed him in a bassinet taking him to the nursery. Adam made sure Patty was resting comfortably before he & Mark went to inform Stephen & his mom. They waited a little while before going to the nursery to take a peek at the boy.

To everyone's pleasant surprise when Patty was released the next day Daniel was allowed to go home with her. Stephen & Mark had to return to the road Adam telling them he would see them in a few days. The new family enjoyed the few quite days in a home before needing to return to bus life. Well as quite as it could be with a newborn. Adam watching over them he was pleased with his little family at this point feeling nothing could ruin this feeling.

(The end OK even if the story is over you can still review & let me know what you thought. It may push me ot work on a new one or even a squeal. )