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March 14th, 2011 2:30 am
I know a girl
She puts the color inside of my world
but she's just like a maze
Where all of the walls all continually change
Panting slightly, Gabi looked over at her still sleeping husband. Reaching over, she shook him before his eyes fluttered open with a sleepily grin.
"What's got you up so early sweetie?" His voice still thick with sleep caused to her smile at him.
"You might want to go get a shower . . ." Pausing, she bit her lip as the pain subsided. "I think it's time . . ."
Rolling over, he waved his hand. Gabi fought the urge to roll her eyes. "Troy Bolton . . . let's go."
Two seconds later he sat up in bed with wide eyes. "What?"
"Your daughter decided that it's time to make her appearance into this world . . . it'd be a shame if her father decided not to attend the birth."
Before he could comprehend anything, Gabi got up and walked down the stairs, picking up her bag as she walked. "Get going Bolton!"
Groaning from the pain, Gabi hurled herself on the couch hoping her husband would get his butt in gear. Thinking back, she smiled at how far the two had come.
Yesterday the two finished the nursery. Despite all his groveling, Troy painted the nursery pink and green just like she requested. A group shot, including all the family and friends, had been hung over the crib as well as a pregnancy picture of Gabi and Troy was sitting on the top of the bookshelf in the corner of the room. The crib, changing table, and rocking chair were set up in their proper place. In Gabi's eyes, it was the perfect haven for their daughter.
Speaking of their daughter, he name was still unknown. Gabi had her favorites while Troy had his and neither one was willing to budge from their positions. Thus the two had agreed to disagree until she was here and then they would fight their battles.
Hearing heavy footfalls on the stairs, Gabi looked over at Troy's appearance. His hair had the 'just gotten out of bed' look while his clothes were freshly pressed. Jeans, t-shirt, and white tennis shoes fit his athletic appearance while his boyish grin was stretched across his face.
"You doing all right?"
Nodding, Gabi tried standing before throwing a pout in his direction. "Wanna help?"
Crossing the floor, he put his arm under hers and helped to her feet. The two walked out to the SUV in the driveway before Troy got her situated inside.
"Need anything else?"
"Got the bag and my pillow?" Gabi asked as Troy chuckled.
"In the backseat." Leaning over he brushed his lips with hers. "Looks like we're gonna have a baby party!"
"Indeed we are." She sighed nervously before lacing her fingers with Troy's. "I'm scared."
Taking his eyes off the road, Troy looked over at her. "Me too, baby. Me too."
Squeezing her hand, Troy hated seeing Gabi in pain. Even though he knew it was necessary, it was still hard. He had prayed throughout the pregnancy that the birth would be smooth sails, 'cause honestly, he couldn't take another hard time.
"Troy?" Gabi sighed again, but this time for her husband's lack of attention. "Troy."
"Yeah? Sorry." He looked apologetic as Gabi smiled.
"It's all right . . . I was just asking how you're holding up? Are you as nervous as I am?"
Troy smirked. "I don't know if nervous is the right word. I don't know if I'm ready to be a father, ya know?"
"I'm in the same boat." Squeezing his hand, she smiled reassuringly. "But with us together, we'll be able to make it. We'll probably be learning as we go along."
"I love you Gabs."
"Love you too Troy."
And I've done all I can
To stand on her steps with my heart in my hand
Now I'm starting to see
Maybe it's got nothing to do with me
3:20 am
Once settled in her room, Gabi looked at Troy with scared eyes. She was letting him see her true fears and it scared him.
"Gabs talk to me . . . what's going on in your mind?" Troy said sitting on the edge of the bed.
"I'm scared for the baby, Troy. I'm scared I'm not going to be a good mother. I'm scared I'm not going to be able to deliver her and most of, I'm scared something's gonna go wrong."
Tears were streaming down her cheeks as she looked to him for comfort. Pulling her close to him, Troy rubbed her back reassuringly.
"I'm not going to lie to you Gabs but we have to put our faith in the doctors. They know what they're doing and they're going to do the best possible thing for you. I love you and I'm not leaving you. I'm in for the long haul." Looking straight into her brown eyes, Troy smiled. "You're delivering our baby and you're so much stronger than I'll ever be. I love you."
Sniffling, Gabi wiped the tears from her eyes. "Promise you won't leave me?"
"Not until the monsters drag me away." He grinned listening to her giggle fill the air.
"Thanks Troy." Leaning forward she sponged kisses on his scruffy face as he brought her closer to his frame.
"Just doin' my job, miss." Sighing, she took in his scent and instantly relaxed.
"Did you call everyone?"
"Nah I figured I'd get yelled at for just calling so we'll call when it gets closer to normal hours. However, I did call my parents and yours. Our friends will have to wait."
"I'm pointing them in your direction when they come up here to find out she's all ready here." Narrowing his eyes, Troy sighed and nodded.
"Sleep, Gabi. I don't think you'll get a wink once she gets here." Pausing, Troy waited for the protest and grinned when she started. "I'm not leaving but you need your energy later. Get some sleep and I'll have your mom come in."
Fathers, be good to your daughters
Daughters will love like you do
Girls become lovers who turn into mothers
So mothers, be good to your daughters too
6:30 am
The prognosis of the hour was 5 cm and still waiting. Gabi sighed in frustration at her daughter's lack of timeliness. "I want her out, Troy!"
Listening to his wife's whimpers, Troy simply placed a kiss on her forehead. "I know baby, but she's comfortable where she is. You're gonna have to coax her."
"And how, Mister Bolton, do you propose I do that?"
Shrugging his shoulders, he kissed her sweaty forehead. "How about you sing to her?"
"What?" Gabi shook her head at her husband.
"It's true ma'am. Some first time mom's sing to their bellies in hopes that it hurries the delivery process." The nurse piped up as Gabi stared at her.
"Does it work?"
The nurse shrugged. "Some times it does, some times it doesn't. But a desperate lady in labor will do anything . . ."
Sighing, Gabi tried to think of a song that she could sing. Smiling in Troy's direction, she hoped he would remember just as she did.
Once in a lifetime
means there's no second chance
so I believe than you and me
should grab it while we can
Make it last forever
and never give it back
It's our turn, and I'm loving' where we're at
Because this moment's really all we have
Troy grinned realizing the significance of the song. Rubbing her belly, Gabi grinned feeling their little girl kick letting them know she was there.
"Think that'll help?" Troy asked as Gabi nodded.
"I hope so . . . I just want to met her and start be a mommy.
"In my book," looking at Gabi, Troy smiled. "You're all ready the best mommy I know."
Ooh, you see that skin?
It's the same she's been standing in
Since the day she saw him walking away
Now she's left
cleaning up the mess he made
9:30 am
The grins were evident as Troy walked into the room. His parents had come in to give him a break from the four walls. Looking towards the bed, Gabi's smile was the biggest and brightest.
"What did I just miss?"
"Nothing other than the fact that in about ten minutes, I'm going to be wheeled down to the delivery room."
Walking over to the bed, he captured her lips in a kiss. "That's great baby."
"I know . . . did you get all the phone calls made?"
Nodding, Troy squeezed her hand. "Indeed I did. Sharpay, Taylor, and Tess all yelled at me for calling so late in the game."
Laughing, Gabi shook her head. "I tired warning you. Are they coming down?"
"Yeah they're on their way. I told them that you were getting close and would deliver any minute. I guess I was right."
"Way to freak your sister and our friends out." Rolling her eyes, she let her hand fall across his stomach as he groaned.
The door was swiftly thrown open before the grinning face of Dr. Richmond was visible. "Good morning Boltons . . . excited for the arrival of your baby girl?"
Troy and Gabi both nodded. "Indeed we are."
"Good, we're just going to roll Gabi to the delivery room while Troy goes and gets dressed in scrubs." Dr. Richmond directed.
One final kiss and the two were separated only to be reunited ten minutes later in the busy delivery room. Gabi was transferred to a different bed before a white sheet was thrown over her legs. The nurse directed Gabi to be in a certain position while Troy stood by the side of the bed.
Looking over at her husband, she felt the nerves creep up in her stomach. Reaching over, she took his hand in his. "Don't go anywhere."
"I'm standing right here." Dropping his voice, Troy looked at Gabi. "You can do it baby girl. You're going to bring our little girl into the world."
So fathers, be good to your daughters
Daughters will love like you do
Girls become lovers who turn into mothers
So mothers, be good to your daughters too
A kiss on the forehead was the start. Doctor Richmond took her place at Gabi's feet before smiling reassuringly at the two. "All right, Gabi. On the next contraction, I want you to push. Troy you're going to count backwards from ten. And we'll go from there."
An hour and a half, Gabi was still pushing. Throwing herself against the bed, she panted heavily. Her eyes were fighting sleep as she looked over at Troy.
"I'm so tired . . ."
"I know baby but our girl is almost here. Just a little bit longer." Squeezing her hand, he smiled brightly in her direction.
"All right, Gabi. The head is crowning; I want you to push lightly while I guide the shoulders through." Gripping Troy's hand, Gabi bit her lip before doing as the doctor said.
"One more push Gabi and baby Bolton will be brought into the world."
Putting every emotion into that last push, Gabi collapsed as the baby slid from her. The powerful cry came from the baby as tears slid down Gabi's sweaty face. Looking up at Troy, he had a grin on his face as she smiled.
"You did it, Gabi. You brought our baby into the world." Kissing her lips, he soon put a kiss on her forehead. "I'm so proud of you. I love you."
"Love you too Troy."
"Baby Bolton born at 11:10 am on March 14, 2011. She weighs 8 pounds 3 ounces and is 21 inches long." The nurse rattled off as Troy looked at Gabi.
"Our healthy baby girl . . ."
Walking over, the nurse grinned at the two. "Mom, dad I have someone who wants to meet you."
Handing over the baby wrapped in the white and pink blanket, Gabi had tears running down her face. "Hi baby girl . . . you're safe now."
The baby's heavy sobs had turned to quiet snubs as she heard her mom's soothing voice. "She looks like you, Gabs."
"Nah . . . she's got her dad's nose and chin."
Kissing the baby's forehead before Gabi's, Troy watched as mother and daughter bonded. "I love you Gabi."
"I love you too Troy." Pausing, Gabi kissed the newborn's head. "And I love you too baby girl."
Boys, you can break
You find out how much they can take
Boys will be strong
And boys soldier on
But boys would be gone without warmth from
A woman's good, good heart
12:45 pm
"Wanna let me in?"
With a shake of her head, Gabi pouted at Troy. "I want you to come over here. We need to decide on something important."
"And what's that?" Crossing the room, Troy looked at Gabi.
"Her name." Rolling her brown eyes, Gabi wondered how her husband had gotten through his 21 years on Earth.
Sitting on the edge of the bed beside her, Troy looked at his wife. "So I was thinking since you did all the hard work, I'd let you name her."
Grinning Gabi looked into Troy's eyes. "Are you sure? I don't want you to be mad at me."
Scoffing, Troy shook his head. "Mad is the last thing I could be today. You made all my hopes and dreams come true. I can't believe we're parents."
Kissing his lips, Gabi smiled. "Me either. So do you wanna know her name?"
"You know I do . . ."
Drawing in a big breath, Gabi let it go slowly. Groaning, she was leaving Troy in suspicion. "Out with it Gabi."
"Geez . . . I was getting there. Calm down old man." She teased back.
"Gabriella Elisabeth Bolton . . ." Troy drew out in warning.
"All right Troy." Huffing, she smiled before lacing their fingers together. "Our daughter's name is Kayden Elisabeth Bolton."
The smile took over his face as she looked on. "Like?"
"I love . . . just like I love you."
"You're good, Bolton." Sighing, she felt the baby shift in her arms. "You better go get the family and everyone else. They're not going to be able to take it anymore."
Ten minutes later, he walked through the door before going to sit beside her. Their family flowed through the door, all taking time to greet the new mother and addition to their family.
"Gabi she's precious." Tess said as she held her niece.
"Troy says she looks like me but I can totally see him in her too." Gabi said side glancing her husband.
"She's adorable you two." Meghan spoke up as Anna agreed. The grandparents had grins on their faces as they looked at the baby.
"You did good little brother." Drew threw in as Abby hit her husband.
"He's right; she's adorable you two."
"So did you decide on a name for the precious angel?" Aaron asked from his spot where he was holding a squirming Nolan.
"Yeah what did you name my niece?" Joe threw in as Gabi laughed at her younger brother's impatience.
"Yeah we have." Gabi looked up at Troy motioning him to tell them.
"Gabi picked the name." Taking a breath, Troy tried dragging it out but the loud complaints of his family caused him to laugh.
"Your niece and granddaughter was born today at 11:10 am. She weighed 8 pounds 3 ounces and was 21 inches long. Gabi and I have decided to name her Kayden Elisabeth."
"Kayden Elisabeth is perfect you two." Meghan said before hugging her son and daughter-in-law.
"Congratulations you two." Jack followed his wife with hugs for the new parents.
"Mom?" Gabi asked looking over at her.
Walking up to the bed, she hugged Gabi. "You're finally a mom, Gabi. Congratulations. You are going to a great mom to Kayden."
With tears in her own eyes, Gabi hugged her mom. "Thanks."
The family cleared out giving the friends an opportunity to see the new baby. Sharpay, Kelsi, Lauren, and Taylor all gasped at the beauty of the Bolton's baby. Each longed for one of their own saying Troy and Gabi always had to have the firsts.
"Hey girls . . . be careful with her. She's only a few hours old . . ." Troy said teasing the girls.
"Shut it Bolton." Taylor said as Gabi giggled.
"So what did you guys name her?"
"Kayden Elisabeth."
The girls all awed at that as the men rolled their eyes. Hugs and kisses were giving for congratulations before the three were left alone.
The little family sat on the bed as the parents awed over the fact that they were parents. Yawning, Gabi laid her head on Troy's shoulder.
"It's been a long day." She said before yawning again.
"Sleep my angel." Pausing, he took Kayden from her arms. "I'll keep her safe."
Troy walked over to the chair that was on the other side of the bed before taking a seat. "Kayden Elisabeth . . . you're such a pretty girl."
The little girl in his arms yawned before smacking her lips together. "Let me tell you a story, my girl. It all started when a prince and a princess in the kingdom come together and shook the place up . . ."
Falling asleep to his soothing words, Gabi truly thanked Him for everything she had. Great friends and family, a loving husband, and now a baby girl to share it all with.
On behalf of every man
looking out for every girl
You are the god and the weight of her world
There you guys go. The main song in the story is "Daughters" by John Mayer and the other song is "Everyday" from the HSM2 soundtrack. You guys are amazing and thank you so much for sticking by me. Please review and let me know what you think. Thank you to all my readers and reviewers!!