Chapter 49

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Before they could truly get into the holiday spirit, there was another trip to the doctor that had to take place. This would be Bailey's week 32 appointment as well as Addison's week 28 appointment. Addison's appointment went much like Bailey's week 28 appointment, and everything was proceeding normally. Finally, Bailey and Cody were called back to Dr. Adams office. And as per usual, the first thing to happen was blood was drawn.

As they waited for the doctor, Cody just rubbed Bailey's shoulders.

"I bet you can't wait till you don't have to be in this office every two weeks..."

Bailey laughed. "I know, but starting after Christmas, I have to be here every week..."

Cody grinned. "I'm sure glad we have great insurance to cover all of these trips..."

Bailey grinned. "Tell me about it..."

"Who would have thought that you would have better insurance to see the doctor through Tipton than I do as a doctor at the hospital?"

"That's true, but I do have a perk in having my own doctor to monitor me 24/7..."

Cody smiled. "You sure do..."

About that time, Dr. Adams entered the exam room.

"Your blood work is just fine. Now, lets get your bump measured and get that out of the way..."

Once that was done, Dr. Adams turned to Bailey. "So, how have you been feeling lately?"

Bailey nodded. "Pretty good actually. I still have the occasional back pains, but Cody's been there to help relieve those."

"Good. Well, I would like to formally congratulate you. You've completed your second trimester and are now well your third trimester."

Cody spoke up. "So, we're in the home stretch?"

Dr. Adams smiled. "Yes. Essentially, your now over two thirds of the way through your pregnancy. By now, you should seriously be considering names."

Bailey smiled. "Already done."

"Good. Well, starting soon, your twins will begin adding more and more baby fat to their bodies. Unfortunately, that also means..."

Bailey sighed. "That I'll be gaining even more weight..."

Cody rubbed her shoulders again. "Its okay, Sweetie..."

Bailey paused. "Will I be able to lose my pregnancy weight?"

Dr. Adams nodded. "Of course. It may take a while mainly trying to find the time to exercise."

Bailey frowned. "I was afraid of that..."

Cody smiled. "Don't worry, Bails. I will be there every step of the way to help you. I could stand to work off these love handles I'm getting too..."

Bailey rolled her eyes. "Cody, I appreciate the sentiment, but for the 100th time, you don't have love handles..."

Dr. Adams laughed. "Anyways, everything is going great. I'm changing your vitamins to ones with a higher iron content. Iron helps avoid restless leg syndrome that a lot of pregnant women get in their third trimester."

Cody spoke. "And I'll make sure our meals are high in iron too..."

"Sounds good. Well, I will see you, Cassie and Addison in two weeks. I'll check to see if you are all okay to fly for Christmas."

The next couple of weeks involved all the presents arriving that Cody and Bailey had ordered for Christmas. Well, almost all. The gift Bailey had bought for Cody was delivered to her office. And as Cody didn't have an office himself, he had it delivered to the front desk of their building. The concierge was more than happy to sign for it and hold it for him. So, one weekend was spent wrapping their gifts together. And once they were done, they were officially ready for Christmas.

The Saturday before they were scheduled to leave for Kettlecorn on the following Friday, there was the annual cardiology Christmas Party. Since this was a smaller group, they didn't need a large place. Instead, it was held at Dr. Buckley's home, and he and his wife were the gracious hosts. Everyone was allowed to bring a guest, and naturally, Cody brought Bailey.

Of course, one of the things that Dr. Adams had warned Bailey about had come true. Everyone, especially all females in attendance, congregated around Bailey and were asking her question after question and wanted to rub her belly. And as Bailey was holding audience, one of the other second year interns pulled Cody aside.

"Man, how do you do it?"

Cody was confused. "Do what?"

"You know...Work a full schedule and still have the time and energy to have a happy home life. What are you going to do when your kids are born?"

Cody shrugged. "I figure out something. But my family will always come first."

"More power to you then. My current girlfriend wants to get more serious and is upset that I work so much as it is. Oh, and by the way, thanks. Seeing how you juggle it all, she'll be expecting that I can too..."

Cody grinned. "That's easy. Do you love her?"

"Yeah, I think so..."

Cody looked over at Bailey. "My wife is my world. Making sacrifices to be with her is well worth it. If you want it bad enough, you'll figure something out."

Bailey was finishing talking to someone else, when Cody brought her a cup of punch.

"Well, I see you've been the belle of the ball."

Bailey laughed. "I think the other spouses want to know how you do it. Work and a home life."

Cody grinned. "Yeah, I got the same impression. Several people thanked me for making them look bad..."

"Oh well, that's their loss..."

"What's whose loss?"

Cody and Bailey turned and saw Anita and Babs standing there.

"Hey, Anita, Babs. Babs, this is my beautiful wife, Bailey..."

Bailey smiled and shook both of their hands. "Nice to meet you, Babs, and nice to see you again, Anita..." Bailey paused. "I hope you don't mind, but Cody let me in on your secret..."

Anita and Babs looked at each other.

Cody shrugged. "Sorry, but I don't keep secrets from Bailey..."

Bailey spoke up. "But no need to worry, I like to think I am open minded too. So, I encourage you to do whatever makes you happy..."

Anita smiled. "Thank you, but let's keep it down. The only ones here who know are you two and Nurse Joyce..."

Cody laughed. "How did she take it?"

"Actually, pretty well..."

Cody grinned. "Then you've got nothing to worry about. If you have Joyce on your side, you're home free."

Anita laughed. "I hope so..."

Babs spoke up. "So, how long have you known each other?"

Bailey grinned. "Since the first day of our sophomore years of high school. But if was another six months before we began dating. Cody wouldn't just come out and tell me he liked me."

Cody shook his head. "I knew there was something special about her from the beginning. I didn't want to blow my chance..."

Babs laughed. "Well, you're married with twins on the way. Something tells me you didn't..."

Cody nodded. "Thankfully."

Anita spoke up. "So, Cody...explain this to me. How did you get the week of Christmas off?"

"Its when I'm taking my vacation. Bailey and I are heading back to Kansas to spend Christmas Eve with her family..."

"When did you put in for that?"

Cody laughed. "Last February..."

Eventually, the night came to end, and Cody and Bailey headed back home. After they got ready for bed, they snuggled up closer together.

Cody leaned down and kissed Bailey. "Just think...This time next week, we'll be back in Kettlecorn..."

Bailey smiled up at him. "I know. I can't wait..." She paused. "I just hope nothing goes wrong when we're there..."

Cody grinned. "I'm sure nothing too exciting will happen..."

To be Continued...