6 months and 1 week as of chapter 17.

As you can see, I have differentiated on how Greg and James address Allison. Greg uses "Ali" for her nickname, while James uses "Allie," in case any of you were wondering.

The next day, Allison took the afternoon off to go nursery shopping. Since she had quite a lot of money saved up in her savings account from the time she was 12, she had quite the nest egg for just such an occasion. She went to Baby Gap to get the clothes needed for her daughters. Next up was the local furniture store to get cribs, bassinets, swings, changing tables, rocking chairs, throw rugs, and dressers. Since she didn't have the space in the car for the items purchased, she had them deliver the things that evening. She then went to Wal-Mart to get diapers enough for twins for quite some time, along with bottles, nipples, toys, two high chairs, four car seats, four infant carriers, diaper bags, six sets of bedding for the cribs, shampoo, body wash, bath toys, blankets, and anything else she could think of. At least all the small stuff could fit in the car, so she wasn't worried about having anything like that delivered. She went with pine wood finish on the furniture items because she didn't want to have the nursery painted or papered in pink, she wanted a rustic style look with class.

Once she pulled up to the garage and got the door opened, she noticed two brand new vehicles there. The one is a 2007 Dodge Charger Daytona, yellow with black stripes. The other is a 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan, flame red. Curious as to why they are there, she got herself parked and started to bring everything in. She got the items from the passenger compartment in when she noticed Greg and James sitting in the kitchen waiting for her.

"What are you guys doing home so early?"

"We figured we'd surprise you with your new car and James traded in his 300C for his Charger Daytona like he's always wanted. We figured that you would need a minivan since we are having twins and we need the room for all three of us to be in the vehicle as well. At least with this van, it has Stow and Go seating. So if you want, you can put the baby items under the floor and have room to spare. Be easier for family gatherings and vacations. Don't worry, I didn't get rid of my 'Vette at all, she is still at the hospital, since we traded in the Chrysler, we only needed to be in the one vehicle. What do you think?"

"Well, it is a bit sudden, but understand the logic. Why don't you guys come out and help me unload all this baby stuff from the car. Oh by the way, the furniture store is going to be here in a couple hours to deliver things for the nursery. And don't worry, I didn't go nuts at all with what I bought. I figured I would write out a list to send to people when we invite them to my baby shower on what else we need for the twins."

"Sounds like a plan to me Ali."

They all went into the garage to help Allison bring everything else in to put in the nursery. Once they were out in the garage to help her out, both James and Greg were shocked as to how much she bought.

"What the hell is this? Did you buy out all the stores?"

"I wish I could have Greg, I don't think that I got enough or didn't get what we really need. I want to be completely prepared for when the girls arrive. I don't want to have to go back and get something the day of coming home with them in my arms because I forgot to buy something."

"That is what we have the baby shower for darling. What we end up forgetting, you can have on your list, and they can provide the items for us. If you want, don't make out a whole list to send everybody, because we may end up having more of one item then we really need and nothing of anything else. Or if you wanted, go to the stores, and make out a registry for what items we have left to get, and make sure it's stipulated that what item is purchased by someone that that item is taken off once it's bought."

"Sounds like a good idea James. Now lets get what I did buy into the house and in the nursery."

It took three trips each to get everything in. By the time they got all the items in, the furniture store came by to deliver the last items. They were very happy to oblige when asked to take the things into the nursery itself so they themselves wouldn't have to. Allison had James move everything around to make it easier to walk around in. Once this was done, Allison went about putting the clothes in the dressers, setting the diaper stations up, and putting the bedding on the cribs. She bought cribs that can later be turned into beds for her daughters, so they wouldn't have to worry about getting rid of them and buying beds. The room was fairly large, so there was plenty of space to put everything in.

"I am famished, where are my green olives at?"

"Don't tell me you are going to dip them in ranch dressing again or mayo now are you?"

"I can't help it Greg, I get these odd cravings, and it's only because I am pregnant."

They all walked into the kitchen to sate Allison's hunger. This time she spared them when she grabbed the jar of green olives out of the fridge and went to just eating them straight. They noticed as the months went on that her cravings were interesting to say the least, some of it downright revolting even to them. Once she got started eating them, the landline phone started ringing. They gave each other curious looks as to who it could be, when Greg answered it with his usual "Wilson/House residence, Greg speaking."

"Ahhh, Greg, hello, this is Elisabeth."

"Hey Lizzie, how's my best mother-in-law doing?"

"I am doing alright I guess, been run down the last few weeks. Probably my old age that has me like this."

"What is wrong?"

Once James and Allison heard this, they immediately went to the phone in the living room and hit the speaker button. They were interested themselves as to what is wrong.

"I am starting to feel like my legs aren't going to carry me much longer."

"Could is osteoporosis mom? You know that it runs in the family."

"No Allie darling, it isn't that. I don't know what it is actually, I called because I was wanting to set up an appointment with Greg to see if your team can diagnose me and get me fixed."

"No need to set up an appointment, just come in when you are in town next, and we will see you right away."

"I will be in town tomorrow night, so you can see me the next day after. I hope you have plenty of room for a crotchety old woman to sleep in? And be warned, I refuse to be asked questions about my health when I show up. The questions will be asked when I am in an exam room."

"Ok mom, we understand. One of us will get the guest room ready for you when you arrive."

"Thanks dear. I hope I am not intruding on anything at all?"

"No mother, you aren't, we were just finishing up getting the nursery ready. It's a good thing you are coming, you can help me out with making a list so I can take it to the various places and get a registry done up for my baby shower."

"Sounds good, at least it will distract me from worrying what is wrong with me. I will see you guys tomorrow night then, have a good night. Love you all."

"Love you mom."

"Love you Elisabeth."

"Love you Lizzie."

Once the conversation was done and all phones were put back where they belonged, James and Allison walked back into the kitchen all worried. Greg looked at them and saw the looks on their faces and went to them and gave them a hug. He kept them in his embrace for as long as he could, then let go. He then noticed the look on Allison's face. He knew she wasn't going to be hungry for quite some time. He grabbed her hand and started walking to the master bedroom. When it was reached, he opened the door and ushered her in, all the while James was walking behind them, knowing what Greg was going to do. It seemed right, having them both make love to her to keep her mind off of her mother for a while.

It was several years later that everyone finally figured out the dynamic that was the Wilson household. Everybody accepted it and welcomed it with open arms. Allison had her children, and one more after that. Life was as it always was there. Greg was still his snarky self. Allison was still head of the hospital with James as her equal. He helped her run the hospital and his own ward. They shared many nights in each others arms and many days yelling at each other and laughing with the kids, hanging out with friends and family. They were perfect for each other.

The End.