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5.
Unexpected News
A Year Later…
A young woman with blue-green eyes and brown hair walked into Nancy's office.
"May I help you?"
"My name is Paula Stevens and I'm looking for my daughter."
"You put her up for adoption am I correct?"
"Yes, a little over a year ago," Paula answered.
"I was only seventeen when I got pregnant and my parents made me give her up," she added.
"Do you remember who you talked to or anything that may help?" Nancy asked.
"I think is name was Ted."
"Ah yes, let me call him." Nancy picked up the phone and dialed a number. She talked to Ted for a few moments before setting the phone back on the receiver and looking to Paula.
"Your daughter was adopted when she was six months old."
"Was she given to a good family?"
Nancy nodded. "Yes, a nice young couple."
"Do you think I could possibly write them a letter? I just want to hear that she's doing well."
"Let me talk to my boss and the adoptive parents to see if it's alright with them. I'll let you know tomorrow."
Paula nodded and handed her a piece of paper. "Here's my number, please let me know."
She turned and headed out of the office. Nancy called her boss and asked him if Paula's request was allowable. He said as long as the adoptive parents are fine with it and the first letter being given to them by Nancy herself. Nancy found Tracy and Link's work phone number before dialing. After all it was the middle of the day.
Tracy was sitting at her desk reading the day's script when the phone rang. "Hello," she said.
"Hello Mrs. Larkin, this is Nancy from St. Andrews."
"How are you?" Tracy inquired.
"I'm fine thanks. I called because I had an interesting visitor in my office today."
"Who?"
"Lizzie's birth mother."
"What does she want?" Tracy asked with a hint of panic in her voice.
"She just wanted to know if she could write you a letter and see how Lizzie was doing."
"Oh can she do that?"
"I spoke to my boss and he said it was allowable."
"Can I talk to Link and get back to you?"
"Sure."
Tracy hung the phone up and went searching for Link. She found him talking to her mom.
"Edna thanks again for saying you'll watch Lizzie for the night," he was saying. She had no clue as to what he meant.
"Hey hun," Edna said as she saw her.
Link wrapped his arm around her and gave her a kiss on the lips. "Hey Trace."
"Can I talk to you for a moment?" she asked him.
"Of course."
She took his hand and they walked back to her office. She closed the door and turned to Link.
"I just received a call from Nancy from St. Andrews."
"Why'd she call?"
"She told me that Lizzie's birth mother came by her office and wants to contact us by giving us a letter asking about Lizzie's well being."
"Are you alright with that?" Link asked.
"I guess what do you think?"
"Its strange how she's come now but Lizzie is ours. I don't see any harm in letting her know about her."
Tracy nodded. "Alright. I'll call Nancy back."
She picked up the phone and dialed Nancy.
"Hi Nancy I've discussed what we talked about and we think that she can send us a letter."
"Are you sure?"
Tracy looked to Link. "We're sure."
Four days later Link drove to Nancy's office where they received the letter. Katie was looking after Lizzie. They thanked her and left, deciding to read it at home. When they got inside the door they were assailed by Beebe and Brian. They weren't puppies anymore but they certainly acted like they were. Link found their leashes and put them on.
"Let's take them to the dog park and we can read the letter there."
"Alright," Tracy said.
Tracy took Brian's leash and Link took Beebe's as they began walking towards the dog park. Link also had a Frisbee in his hand. When they got there Brian began getting really excited and he tried to get at the Frisbee Link was holding. Instead he knocked Tracy to the ground.
"Tracy!"
"I'm ok," she told him. Link helped her up and she gave him a sweet kiss.
They continued into the dog park where they let Beebe and Brian off of their leashes. They threw the Frisbee for them for a while before deciding it was time for a rest. Tracy and Link sat on a bench while the dogs lay at their feet.
Tracy looked to Link. "I want to open the letter now."
He nodded before taking her had in his and giving it a gentle squeeze. She took the note out of the envelope.
To my daughter's loving family-
I'm sorry I don't know your names yet but I hope you are taking good care of my daughter. I wanted to write to you to tell you my story and to know that my baby girl is doing well. I was seventeen and dating the captain of the high school basketball team when I got pregnant. We were only dating for a year. I was excited and scared when I first found that I was with child. I didn't know how my boyfriend would react. I was hoping that he would tell me that he would help me and that we would get married. When I finally found the courage to tell him he got angry saying that he thought we took precautions. He was poised to get a scholarship to a good university and he couldn't jeopardize it. When my parents found out they were livid. We are Catholic so "taking care" of the baby was out of the question and so they forced me to give her up for adoption. I fought them saying that I wanted to keep the baby and I could take care of him or her. After many arguments I finally acquiesced to their demands.
I hope you as her new parents are taking good care of her. Nancy has told me that you are good people and that I had no worries but I still wonder. I wonder about the things you'll teach her and the lessons she'll learn. I hope she grows up to believe that there's good in everyone and to listen to her own heart. Please take care of my little girl, well our little girl.
Sincerely,
Paula Stevens
Tracy had tears in her eyes. "Poor girl, I'm not sure what would've happened if I was in her shoes."
"I wouldn't have been so stupid as to leave you like her boyfriend did. I would stay and take care of both of you," Link said softly.
Tracy leaned over and captured his lips. "Thank you."
"I want to respond to her and tell her about Lizzie," she added.
"Do you think that's a good idea?"
"Yes, after all if she hadn't gone through what she had we would never have been given our wonderful daughter."
Link nodded. "That's true."
They played fetch with Beebe and Brian again before heading back to the house. Tracy immediately went to find a piece of paper and pen. She then sat at the dining room table.
Dear Paula,
I was surprised to hear from you to say the least. I didn't think that once a baby was adopted their birth parents would ever be heard from. I just wanted to write to tell you that Lizzie as we call her is doing very well. She has just begun to walk. She has only taken a few steps but soon she'll be running around the house getting into all sorts of things she shouldn't. My husband and I are almost afraid of what trouble she can find. She adores our two cocker spaniels that we have. She plays fetch and tug of war with them every chance she gets. They like to lie in her room sometimes .When she gets older we will teach her how to dance. We are big dancers, my husband and I. There's always music in our home. We will also teach her good morals and ethics as well. I hope that she grows up to one day go to college and pursue whatever dream she has and that she has the strength to never let go of that dream. I'm not sure what else to say except you don't need to be worried. We try our hardest to be good parents and we have a great support system with our family and friends. I wish you the best of luck in the future and that you finally find the happiness that I feel you deserve.
Sincerely,
Tracy Larkin
Tracy sent the letter to Nancy the next day. She would be able to find Paula to give it to her.
A week later it was their anniversary. Link had arranged for Edna to baby sit for the night so he and Tracy could spend time alone. He had made dinner reservations at the Italian restaurant, Il Gioiello. When he entered the house that afternoon he carried a bouquet of flowers, a card, and two boxes.
"Happy Anniversary Doll." He said as he leaned in and captured her lips.
"Happy Anniversary Linky," she replied.
He handed her the bouquet of roses, carnations, and daisies; her favorite flowers. She put them to her face and smelled their sweet fragrance. She walked to the kitchen and found a vase. Filling it with water she arranged the bouquet and placed it on the dining room table.
"Thank you," she said kissing him.
"Open the rest," he said handing her the rest of the items. She opened the card first.
Tracy,
My love for you has grown stronger with each passing day. The happiest being when we said our "I do's" in front of our family and friends. I look forward to each year we are together and making all of our dreams come true. Happy Anniversary!
Love,
Link
Next she opened the smaller box to find a pair of diamond earrings.
"You didn't need to buy me diamonds," she told him.
"I thought they were a girl's best friend," he said.
"This girl's best friend is standing right here," she replied kissing him.
She opened the larger box next and found dark blue lingerie.
"Lingerie?"
"Do you like?"
"It is beautiful and soft like silk."
She captured his lips again. "Thank you for the presents and card."
"You're welcome doll."
"Wait here, I have something for you."
He nodded as she ran upstairs. She soon returned holding a card and a small box and handed both to Link. He opened the card first.
Link,
You're more than my husband, you're my best friend. I cherish each and every day that I get to spend with you. Happy Anniversary!
Love always,
Tracy
He then opened the box to discover a new Rolex watch.
He leaned over and kissed her. "Thanks Trace, I needed a new watch."
"You're welcome."
When it was almost time for dinner they went upstairs to change. Tracy wore a simple yet stunning blue dress that fell to her knees. Link wore a nice blue suit that complemented his eyes. She took his arm as he escorted her to the car. It was a short drive to the restaurant and not long after arriving they were seated at their table. Link ordered a bottle of wine from their waitress while they looked over the menu.
"Are you ready to order?" their waitress asked after placing their wine glasses on the table and filling them.
Tracy nodded. "Yes, I'll have the chicken parmagiana."
"And I'll have the chicken francaise," Link told her.
"I'll put your orders right in," she told them before walking away.
"Do you think Paula received the letter we sent her?"
He smiled. "I think Nancy gave it to her. We'll have to see if we get a response."
Tracy nodded as the waitress returned with their dinners.
Link picked up his glass. "Happy Anniversary Doll."
"Happy Anniversary Linky," Tracy said as she leaned over and captured his lips.
When they arrived home that night Link placed a Dean Martin record on the record player. He wound his arms around her waist as hers came to rest at the base of his neck. She laid her head on his chest as they began to sway along with "Memories are Made of This". Link softly sang the words as his chin rested on top of her head. Tracy picked up her head and captured his lips in a fiery kiss.
When the song ended she slowly led him upstairs. As soon as they got to the bedroom they kissed again. Link slid her dress off and tossed it to the floor while she did the same to his shirt. She kissed along his jaw line gaining a quiet purring sound from Link. They quickly made their way to the bed. She sat on the edge and helped free him of his pants before lying back on the pillow. He followed hovering atop of her. He kissed her lips again before moving down her neck. He nibbled the soft skin there, receiving a giggle from Tracy. They felt the bed move as Beebe and Brian jumped up on it.
Link sighed frustrated at being interrupted. "Beebe! Brian! Off!"
They just looked at him and licked his hand as the continued circling to find the perfect spot to lie. Tracy cupped Link's cheek and he immediately turned his attention back to her.
"Allow me," she told him.
"Beebe, Brian get off the bed!" she said sternly.
They didn't look pleased but they jumped back off the bed.
"Maybe we need to close the door," Link suggested.
Tracy nodded as he got up and closed the door. "They'll just find a way in later," she told him.
"Maybe but for now we have peace and quiet. Now where were we?" he said.
Tracy smiled and kissed him.
"Ah yes, I remember." He moved back up her cheek and to her ear where he nibbled on that. She whimpered softly as he continued back down her face. He then placed butterfly kisses from her ears to her chin and back.
"Oh Linky," she said.
He captured her lips again before moving to her chest. His hand began moving down her leg. He smiled at her before placing kisses down her leg as his hands continued their movement. Tracy half giggled, half moaned at the tingling feeling he was giving her. He moved back up and seized her lips in a passionate kiss allowing their tongues to mingle. He then let his kisses travel down to her breasts where he lingered. Tracy arched her back as he unclasped her bra. He then nibbled on her breast emitting another soft whimper from Tracy. She cupped his cheek and brought his face to hers before seizing his lips. He grazed her bottom lip and she gladly gave him entrance deepening the kiss. She maneuvered so that she was on top. Their lips never parted. She kissed down his chin and neck. Continuing her ministrations she placed gentle kisses down his chest until she reached his waist. She helped discard of his underwear before Link turned her over again so that she was on the bottom. He helped her discard of her underwear before pulling the covers over them and French kissing her.
After making love they fell asleep in each others arms.
Two months later Tracy awoke feeling queasy. She headed towards the bathroom not a moment too soon. This continued for the next couple of days. Lizzie noticed that she wasn't feeling well.
"Mommy not feeling well," she told Link on the third day.
He frowned. "I know sweetie."
When Tracy came downstairs in her bathrobe she made some tea and toast hoping to settle her stomach.
"Trace I think you should go see a doctor."
She rubbed her stomach trying to calm it down. "I think I should," she agreed.
He kissed the top of her head. "I'll make an appointment."
"Thank you."
Once he found the number he picked up the phone and dialed it. He spoke for a few minutes and walked back over to Tracy who was feeding Lizzie some cereal.
"You have an appointment for eleven," he told her.
"Will you go with me?" Tracy asked.
"Of course I will," Link answered.
Tracy felt a little better as she dressed in a light blue skirt and white blouse. Link helped Lizzie into a pink dress before dressing in black slacks and a gray shirt. Together they all went to the doctor's office. Tracy gave her name and was soon ushered into an exam room leaving Link and Lizzie in the waiting room.
Her doctor, Dr. Sacks entered the room not long after. He was a tall, dark haired, green eyed gentleman with a soft face.
"So Tracy what's wrong?" he asked.
"Well I've been queasy for the past few days, my breasts are tender and I've realized I missed my last couple of periods."
"It sounds like you may be pregnant."
"Pregnant! That's impossible!"
"Well, those are typical symptoms. I'll like to run some tests to make sure," he told her.
"I'll be right back. I want to take some blood from your arm," Dr. Sacks added.
She nodded nervously. "Alright."
"Don't worry I've taken blood countless times," he said smiling reassuringly.
He walked out of the room and quickly returned. He took some blood and gave her a lollipop.
"Can I have two; my daughter is out there with my husband?"
"Take three, one for both of them plus yours," he told her.
She took the three lollipops. "Thank you."
"Come back in a couple days for the results."
"Alright. Thanks again doctor."
When she got back to the waiting room she found Lizzie and Link playing with a toy train. She walked up them.
"Having fun?" she asked.
"Lots mommy," Lizzie answered smiling.
"What did he say?" Link inquired as he stood and wrapped his arm around her.
"He took some blood for testing and told me to come back. Oh and these are for you," she added handing them each a lollipop.
"Lollipop!" Lizzie exclaimed immediately popping it into her mouth.
Two days later Tracy was back in the exam room. When Dr. Sacks walked in he smiled.
"My assumption was correct. You are pregnant!"
"What! But Dr. Edwards told me I couldn't have children!"
"Doctor's can be wrong Tracy," Dr. Sacks told her.
TBC.....