December 2018
"Hey baby girl what are you doing in here?" Roman asked coming into the nursery.
"Just getting the hospital bag ready. After the latest OB visit she said I should probably get it packed." DayAnna answered softly. "Would you like to pick out their outfits for coming home and their first photos?"
"I'd love that." He smiled looking at the outfits DayAnna had already laying out. "Hard to believe the boys will be here soon."
"I know sooner than we think I bet." She smiled rubbing her belly.
"Day listen I'm sorry I've been out of it lately. I know this isn't how we planned to do this. I promised I wouldn't miss any of your appointments and I've missed the last two and the recent ultrasound. I hate myself for that." He admitted putting his hand on hers.
"Rome listen you have nothing to be sorry for. Missing a few appointments isn't that huge of a deal to me. I just want you there when they are born. That is when I am really gonna need you because honestly I am terrified." She admitted.
"Baby girl talk to me." Roman said placing his hand softly on her cheek.
"I don't think I can do this. Bring these babies into the world. What if I am not strong enough? What if I am a shitty mom? I don't want to disappoint you or them." She said looking up at her husband.
"DayAnna you could never disappoint me ever. You are already an amazing Mom. You are one of the strongest women I know you and you are gonna be amazing bringing our boys into this world. I promise I wont miss it I will be right there by your side." He said leaning down to kiss her. "I love you."
"I love you too. All I want is you there with me because we are in this together. You, me and our boys." She said kissing him again.
"Wouldn't have it any other way." He said. "Now be honest is that why you haven't been sleeping much lately?"
DayAnna looked away and then nodded.
"Yes that is part of it. I have just been so worried about everything not to mention I can't seem to get comfortable then when I do it seems I have to pee. I didn't want to disturb you so I've been sleeping in the chair or in the spare room." She said.
"Day you need your rest that chair can't be comfortable. Don't worry about disturbing me. I would rather be disturb and sleep with my wife than be in that big bed alone. So promise me you sleep with me?" He said with a smile.
"Promise." She said smiling back at him touching his face. "I've missed this."
"What?" He said.
"Your smile and it looks like you have more color in your face. Today is a good day?" She asked.
"Today is a great day. I woke up feeling good for the first time in a while. Not to mention I kept my breakfast down and even went for a little walk." He said.
"Well look at you." She smiled. "How about we finish packing the hospital bags."
"I like that plan." Roman smiled kissing her again.
They spent a few more minutes in the nursery packing the diaper bag with the essential items they would need for the boys when they arrived.
"Awe baby girl I didn't know we got these." Roman said holding up two black little hats with white letters that said Anoai.
"Yeah you like them? I ordered them and thought those would be perfect. I was going to have their first names on their outfits but since I keep going back and fourth on the second name I will order them once we decide." She smiled as Roman was beaming looking at their little outfits.
"I love this one." He smiled looking at the outfits that said "I have the best Dad ever."
"Well it's true they do have the best Dad." She smiled.
"And the best Mom." He smiled. "Even if she can't choose a name for our second son." He joked.
"Oh haha. I like Hayden but I just can't stop thinking about Bentley I think Bentley Joe is just as cute."
"I think it's cute too. I know that as soon as we see them it will click so no worries baby."
After they finished packing the twin's bag. They went into their bed room and Roman got down their over night bags as they started packing those. DayAnna went over the list she had written down about all the essentials she would need during labor and after the delivery for her stay. She also had a small list for Roman as well.
"There all packed now I guess we just want on these two." DayAnna smiled rubbing her belly.
"I can't wait." He smiled kissing her. "So wild idea."
"OK I am all ears." She smiled.
"How about we go out to lunch just the two of us kind of a last little date day before the boys arrive? Since we didn't get that baby moon I was planning." Roman said looking down.
"Hey I told you that it was fine. Since we traveled so much for work being home was like a vacation no hotels , no airplanes just being home was amazing. I am actually enjoying it." She smiled wrapping her arms around him. "But are you sure you feel up to going out to lunch?"
"I do it's been a while and it will be good for us."
"I just mean in a busy restaurant is that really good for you?" She asked.
"How about we get carry out and sit outside near the water deal?" Roman asked. "I think we could both use this."
"Sounds perfect." She smiled.
DayAnna changed her clothes and freshened up for the day as did Roman. Then they left for their lunch date. DayAnna was over the moon seeing Roman having a good day. It broke her heart seeing him sick and frustrated so when he did have days like today they took advantage and enjoyed their time together. DayAnna was craving something spicy so Roman stopped at their favorite Mexican restaurant and order their food. Then just as promised they enjoyed their lunch and a walk at a nice beach side park. Talking and just being together. After a few hours they were both getting tired and headed back home.
"Today was perfect thank you." DayAnna said holding his hand.
"You deserve it and you're welcome. This is what we needed just some time being normal. I know these last few months have been anything but normal and I am so sorry for that." Roman told her as he kissed her hand.
"I told you Roman and I will keep telling you. You don't have to apologize. This isn't your fault. Life tossed us a hell of a curve ball and we are just swinging for that fence together. I don't know what our future holds and believe me it is so scary to think about. But one thing I do know for certain is that I love you and every day we spend together is a blessing that I treasure."
"Damn right baby girl and soon we will have our boys here and life will be beyond perfect." He smiled kissing her hand again as he pulled into their drive way.
When he parked the car DayAnna unbuckled and turned to face her husband.
"Roman Anoai I love you so much." She said pulling him into a deep passionate kiss.
Roman moaned into the kiss. "I love you too. Damn baby girl. Been a hot minute since you've kissed me like that."
"If you are still feeling good maybe you can get another kiss upstairs." She giggled as they got out of the car and headed for their front door.
Roman opened the door and lead his pregnant wife inside.
"SURPRISE!" Everyone yelled making DayAnna jump seeing several friends and family in their home.
"What's all this?" DayAnna asked looking around.
"Your baby shower." Leslie said coming to the front of the crowd.
"Mom I said you didn't have to do this." DayAnna said as she looked over and Roman was greeting his mom and sister.
"I know sweet heart but you deserve it so I begged Roman and his Mom to help me." Leslie smiled hugging her daughter then rubbing her belly. "Look at you I can't believe how big you've gotten since I saw you last. It looks like you are about to pop."
DayAnna put on a fake smile as she was talking with her Mom and then a few other friends her mom had invited. After mingling for several minutes DayAnna hid in the kitchen trying to wrap her head around this.
"Day what are you doing hiding in here." Alyssa her sister asked coming into the kitchen.
"Did you know about this?" She asked.
"Yes. Mom has been talking to Roman's mom for a few weeks. Said you needed a baby shower." Alyssa explained sipping her drink.
"Why didn't you give me some kind of warning. We've talked almost every week." DayAnna said.
"Mom asked me to keep it a secrete and I know you Day you would have complained about it and tried to get me to get Mom to change her mind. Besides it is really that big of a deal? It's just a party."
"Look I am not trying to be ungrateful here but I asked Mom to not have a party not because I think the are dorky which you know I do. But because my husband is still sick he doesn't need all these people in our home. Right now the only thing that matters to me is Roman and our boys."
"Day I get that but Mom went to a lot of trouble so can you try and enjoy the it please?" Alyssa said as DayAnna sighed and watched her sister walk away.
"You know there is a party going on out there." Roman said coming into the kitchen and wrapping his arms around his wife.
"Yeah I saw that. How long have you known about it?" DayAnna asked.
"About a week or so maybe longer. My mom and I talked about it. We both were actually on your side at first but then we got to thinking that you've been doing so much for me the last few months. I wanted to give you this. You and the boys deserved to have this shower." Roman said his arms still wrapped around her.
"Even if I didn't want it because I would rather just be selfish and have you all to myself?" Dayanna said.
"Baby girl you always have me." He told her.
"I know that. I meant I would rather us be alone together with out all these people here. You've rarely had a good day lately and I just want to be with you." She said laying her head on him.
"I know but I am feeling good today so how about we go enjoy the party. I hear there is yummy cake involved." He smiled. "Then I promise tomorrow it will just be the two of us."
"If I have too." She said.
"Thank you." He smiled kissing her.
Roman took her hand as they headed towards the living room when DayAnna felt her back tighten a little bit. She had felt these several times in the past as it was a braxton hicks contraction but this one felt a little stronger as stopped breathed out softly and stretched a little bit.
"Baby girl everything alright?" Roman asked.
"Yes my love. Just needed a minute to brace myself." She smiled.
Roman nodded as they went into the living room. DayAnna put a smile on her face as she mingled with the guests, played a few games. She ate a piece of cake and Roman was right it was yummy. Opening each present with a smile and thanking everyone for their lovely thoughtful gifts. The party lasted a couple hours before people started to say their good byes and left. Patrica and Leslie were still there as they started cleaning up.
DayAnna was taking a few of the gifts up to the nursery when Patrica went to help her.
"Did you enjoy your party? I know this isn't what you wanted sweetie." Patrica said.
"I did enjoy it thank you. I just hope you understand why I didn't want a party?" DayAnna said.
"I do sweetie. Roman understood too but we talked about it and thought this would be good for both of you. So I am glad we got to do this for you both. Roman seemed to be enjoying himself with the guys." She smiled.
"He did. The proud look on his face said it all. I've missed that smile." DayAnna said as she felt that pain in her back again. "Mmmm." She winced a little rubbing her back.
"DayAnna sweetie are you alright?" Patrica asked concerned.
"Yes it's just been a long day. I think I am gonna lay down if that's alright?" She asked.
"Of course sweet heart you go rest." Patrica said hugging her daughter in law as she watched her walk down to the master bed room.
Patricia finished taking the rest of the gifts up to the nursery then went into the kitchen. She began helping Leslie clean up the kitchen as she motioned to Roman to head upstairs to check on DayAnna. Roman gave her a quick nod.
"Well thank you both for all you've done. Day really did deserve to have today." Roman said.
"Of course she did. She can be stubborn but I knew in the end she would get some sort of baby shower. Wasn't the one I imagined it would be but it was better than nothing." Leslie said.
"Well again I do thank you. We do appreciate all you did. But I do think I am gonna head up stairs and relax. Mom think you could lock up on your way out?" Roman asked her.
"Of course sweet boy. You both go rest it's been a long day and I will check on you tomorrow." Patricia said hugging her son before he headed upstairs.
When Roman got upstairs he noticed DayAnna was laying in bed in her comfy clothes her hand rubbing her belly as she was half asleep. Roman changed in to a pair of gym shorts before joining her in bed.
"How you feeling baby girl?" He whispered moving closer to her rubbing her lower back.
"Just tired hmm right there." She said as Roman was relieving some of the pain she was feeling.
"Rest baby. I am right here." He said as he watched her sleeping she nodded at his words. Roman took his other hand and rubbed her belly. "I love you my boys and I can't wait to meet you. I love you too my beautiful wife." He said kissing her cheek.
"I love you." She said softly in her sleep.
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