.::Run To The Water::.
Chapter 4
Tabitha awoke with a start and gazed at her surroundings. Remembering what had happened last night, she smiled, not really believing that she was a mother. Glancing over to her left, her heart melted in her chest when she saw the scene in front of her. Matt had fallen asleep with his feet propped up on the bed and his hair hanging over the back of the chair that looked way too uncomfortable for him to be resting as it appeared he was. Amazingly, their son was asleep on his bare chest and seemed to be completely at ease.
Matt moved his head as he came awake a little and smiled as he saw the head of dark hair that was lying on his chest as he placed a soft kiss on the forehead. His eyes moved up onto the bed and smiled a lazy smile when he saw that Tabitha was awake and watching the two.
Good morning baby. He said as he carefully got up and placed the baby in the make-shift bassinet they had been given in the room.
Good morning to you too. She said as she gritted her teeth when she tried to sit up.
Matt saw her having problems and immediately ran up behind her and pulled her to sit up straight.
Ya ok? He asked as he pushed some of the hair from her face.
Breathing a little heavily from the exertion and pain, she shook her head yes.
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Later on that day while the baby was getting weighed in and essential shots were being given, Matt and Tabitha collapsed, exhausted in the room.
We haven't even done anything yet Matt and we're both about to die. She said laughing as he agreed with her.
Matt came over to the hospital bed and placed himself next to her as he cradled her in his arms. Both of them enjoyed the silence and the time alone they were given.
What are we going to name him baby? He asked as he looked up at her.
I've been thinking about that, but I'm coming up with nothing. She said as she shrugged.
I've got nothing either. I don't know why, but nothing I think of sounds right. He said shrugging much like she did.
Ya know what I keep thinking about? She asked.
That the name we give this child will be with him for the rest of his life so it has got to be good. We can't let it be dorky or anything like that. That's a lot of pressure. She said giggling.
I know, I haven't felt this pressured since I proposed to you. He said as he gave her a soft kiss.
They pulled away and jumped apart a little when they heard the door open.
Uh oh, we almost caught the new parents. Jeff teased as he and Carrie walked in handing cigars to the two.
Matt laughed as he inspected the cigar and stuck it in his mouth.
You can't catch' us Jeff, we're married. Tabitha explained as she hitched herself out of bed and went to go get changed.
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So Jeff, we're having a problem. Matt began as he placed an arm behind Tabitha's shoulder from her place on the bed.
Whatcha' need me to? He asked as he laid down on the cot that had been placed in the room with Carrie in his lap.
We're stuck on what to name him.
Jeff laughed out loud and grabbed his stomach to keep from snorting.
You have got to be kidding me! You two have just had a baby and neither one of you have thought about what to name him. HAHAHA He continued laughing as Matt threw his cigar at Jeff's head.
Hey, we can't think of anything cool. I never said we hadn't thought of anything. Matt said ducking as Jeff threw the cigar back at Matt.
Carrie placed a hand in front of Jeff's mouth to cover the smartass remark that was inevitably going to come out of his mouth.
I understand you guys. You've had a lot of pressure lately and it's understandable that you can't think of a cool name. Carrie said covering up for Jeff's attitude.
So do you have anything that can help us out? Tabitha asked as she threw ice at Jeff who was making fun of her.
What about Jeffrey Nero? He said while everyone else groaned at his attempt for humor.
Ha, ha, very funny. You have to have your own baby before you can name it after you because mine sure as heck won't be. Matt said sticking his tongue out at his brother.
Ok guys, we're all going home in less than three hours and we have got to think of a name before then. I'm sure with the four of us together we can come up with something. Carrie said as they all grew quiet, deep in thought.
Carrie asked.
No, I am not naming my son after a boyband member. Matt said shaking his head.
Matt asked laughing as everyone thought about the bartender that had gotten the two together.
Tabitha shook her head with a smile on her face as a thought went off in her head.
Tabitha asked.
Matt looked at the other two and noticed their smiles.
Can we call him Eli? That's a really southern name and I like it. Matt said as he looked over at Tabitha.
Elijah Hardy. I like how that sounds. Carrie said smiling at the two.
But what about a middle name? Jeff asked.
Elijah Thomas Hardy. Eli for short. Tabitha said smiling as everyone else agreed.
Everyone was proud of themselves when they heard the door open and the nurse walked in with the baby. Tabitha took him into her arms.
Welcome to the world Elijah Thomas Hardy. She said kissing him on the forehead as Matt smiled over at them.