Disclaimer: I Don't own Hairspray which is really sad

OH and I would like to thank hippogriff-tamer for giving the idea for telling Link. She actually threw this one at me for the last chapter and I didn't use it so because I loved the Idea I decided to use it here. Also thanks You TWO for heling me with the names in this chapter! Thanks again to H6p8gv and hippogriff-tamer for reviewing the last chapter.


It was now two months since she had told Link that she was pregnant and now she was going too-she was possitive-give him heart failure. She still couldn't beleive what the doctor had just told her. She walked to the studio in a daze wondering how she was going to tell him(and she thought simply telling him that she was pregnant was difficult).

She arrived at the studio and put on a smile, though Corney was not going to like the news she was going to have to tell him, then again, neither would anyone else. She saw Link standing beside the studios' owner Mr. Spritzer and pasting the smile on her face she walked over to Corny- who was just coming out of his office.

"Corny. May I have a word with you please?" she asked as she walked up to him.

"Of Course Tracy. Lets go back to my office and you can tell me what's on your mind there ok?"

She followed him back into his office and then sat down as he leaned against his desk. "So what's that long face about hmm."

She fidgetted as she tried to get the nerve up to tell. Taking a deep breath she spilled, "Corny I have to take a leave of absence. My doctor doesn't want me to over work myself and has demanded that I rest for the remainder of my pregnansy."

"Well, if that's what your doctor has told you too do then that's what you need to do. I am sure Link wouldn't mind stepping in and taking your spot while you take the time off." Corny told her reasurringly.

"Corny you are the best." Tracy cried as she hugged her friend before turning to leave.

Link saw his wife walk in and instantly knew that she was hiding something though he just couldn't figure out what. He saw her walk up to Corny and then the two of them walked back to Corny's office. He knew that he shouldn't be jealous but he suddenly felt that very ugly emotion rear it's head. He shook his head trying clear it of images that he knew were false. Moments later Tracy walked out of the room looking a little bit happier than when she had walked in.

"Trace, My office now." he all but growled at her as she walked up to him.

She was taken aback by his demeanor. He had never acted this way with her. She walked into his office and nearly jumped when she heard the door slam loudly behind her. She then turned to face her glowering husband.

"Link?" she whispered somewhat frightened by his actions.

"What...IS...Going....ON....Between .....You....And.....Corny." he bit out each word harshly tring to reign in his anger.

She just stared at him like he had just lost his mind and then doubled over in Laughter. She just couldn't help it, the very thought that he was actually jealous was hillarous.

"Trace this isn't funny." he growled his blue eyes flashing.

"Link...You....Don't.....Have....Anything.....To....Worry....About."she managed through her laughter.

"Oh, I don't do I? Then tell me why did I see MY WIFE walk in a few minutes ago a fake smile on her lips and then walk into another mans' office only to reamerge moments later wearing a genuine smile well."

She quieted finally and then said, "Link Larkin. I can't believe you, you're jealous. One Corny is my friend and I had to tell him not to expect me to come in again until after the birth and Second I still am not sure how to tell you this." she stopped before she said anything more.

"Tell me what?"

"No, You will have to wait till tonight."

"Trace." he growled

She smiled then kissed him. "Tonight." she said before opening the door and walking out of the office a bewildered Link following close behind.

Tracy left shortly thereafter and rushed home and then called the restraunt that had served as their first Date. After making the reservations for that evening she went and took a relaxing bubble bath. After her bath she felt a lot better and then went about deciding on what to wear for the 'Big Reveal' as she had dubbed her news.

Much later she heard him come in the front door and went to greet him. "You need to get ready for dinner Link" she whispered in his ear after greeting him with a kiss.

He went and changed and then returned to the living room. "So what are you planning on telling me?"

"Later" was all she would say as she lead him out the the car.

He helped her in and then asked where she would like to go. She told him and he smiled. The drive there was silent as each of them was trying to find something to say. They arrived and went in and Tracy was glad that she had called earlier. When the host asked if they had a reservation Link started to say something only to be interupted by his wife. "Yes we do. A table for two under Larkin."

"Ah yes, this way." the host said as he led them to their table. After they were seated Tracy turned to Link. "So, you wanted to know what it was that I wanted to tell you right?"

He nodded. "Link, in seven months, if not sooner, we are going to be welcoming not one or even two liitle ones" she began and then noticed his confusion and smiled, "We are having triplets."

Link sat there in stunned silence. 'I sure wasn't expecting that' he thought

"Link are you ok? I know that it is a bit of a shock" she rambled

He snapped out of it and looked at her in wonder. He then stood and Tracy thought that he was going to walk away and she could feel the tears beginning to sting her eyes. He walked up to her then knelt down beside her. "Triplets?" he asked carefully-having seen the shimmer of tears begging to form.

She nodded and then placed her hands over his as they rested on the slight swell of her abdomen. "I am sorry I got mad earlier today" he whispered softly.

"I know."

They were oblivious to the stares they were recieving from the other patrons, so wrapped up in the moment of discovery. They only came to their sences when the waiter came and cleared his throat. "Is something wrong?" the waiter asked.

"No" Link answered standing

"Then what were you doing just know?"

"I was in shock." Link answered honestly

"Why?"

"I just found out my beautiful wife is carrying triplets." he said with a wide grin and a sparkle in his eyes.

"WOW" the waiter exclaimed then turned to Tracy "Are you ready to order?" getting back to business.

"Yes, I am you Link?"

"Yes"

"Well, then I will have the House Steak with the Baked Potato"

"I'll have the same"

"Very good" the waiter said and the left.

"Link? Are you going to make it a habit to order the exact same thing as I do everytime we go out?"

"No" he grinned

After dinner they went home.

"Trace, have I told you that I love you today?"

"Well, you told me before you left this morning but not since."

He turned her in his arms and said, "I love you Mrs. Larkin."

"I love you too Mr. Larkin"


One month later...

Maybelle, Penny and Amber were all discussing what to give Tracy for the shower they planned to throw her that Saturday, and which of them would pick her up. They wanted to keep it a surprise and after much thought they decided that Amber would be the one seeing as how Penny couldn't keep a secret to save her life.

Tracy stood trying to decide if the living room was clean enough. She just couldn't figure out why she had the strangest urge to suddenly clean every surface in the house. Shrugging she decided that she needed to talk to someone who might understand what was going on.

"Hello?" she heard her mother say when she answered the phone.

"Hi Ma. I need you to tell me something." she began.

"Yes, what is it dear?"

"Why do I have the strangest urge to clean every thing in my house?"

Smiling Edna answered, "Trace, Hon your nesting."

"What exactly is nesting?"

"You are preparing the house for the babies. It's natural. An Instinct. Don't worry it will pass dear."

"Your sure?"

"Yes, Your father sure was glad when I stopped cleaning everything when I was pregnant with you."

"Thanks Ma. That makes me feel better. At least I know I'm not going completely crazy."

"Anything else?"

"No. You answered my question. Thanks Ma." she said again before hanging up. Just then she heard a knock on door and she went to answer it.

"Hi Amber."

"Hey, Trace. How are you feeling?"

"I've been better. I think I've cleaned every thing in the house and recleaning it only minutes later."

Amber tilted her head and smiled. She had heard of a pregnant woman nesting but she had never witnessed it and the thought made her smile. "So, how would you like to join Penny and I for a girls day out this Saturday?"

"Oh, I'd love too Amber thanks."

Shortly thereafter Amber said good-bye and left and Tracy fell back on the couch in an exhausted heap. While sitting there she slowly drifted of to sleep, this was how Link found her when he came home. He stood there just looking down at her and smiled. He still found it hard to believe that they were going to be parents in six short months.

He decided that he would awaken her later and preceeded to fix them something to eat. Remembering to add Cherries and Barbecue sauce to her plate. He still thought that, that was a strange combanation, but her refused to tell her that. He knew women got strange cravings while pregnant so he decided to just go with it.

"Trace, sweetheart wake up." he whispered in her ear after setting the tray on the table beside the couch.

"HMM...." she sighed as her lashes began to open. Upon seeing him she smiled. "Link. What time is it?"

"It's 6:30"

"It is, oh I'm sorry, I didn't mean to sleep for so long...." she began

"Darlin it's okay. I came in and saw you sleeping and didn't have the heart to waken you so I made dinner. Are you hungry?" he reasured her.

"You spoil me you know" she teased before kissing him.

"I like spoiling you. Besides if I don't who would hmm?"

"Oh before I forget I am going out with Penny and Amber Saturday."

He already knew this since they had already told him their plan, so he just nodded and handed her her tray.

Saturday came and Amber and Penny picked her up. "So what are we doing today?" Tracy asked as she got into the car.

Penny and Amber both smiled and said, "You'll see"

Amber parked the car outside Maybelle's Record shop and Tracy looked at her two friends wondering what was going on.

"Well we're here" Penny said excitedly.

"Penny?"

They walked into the Shop and all of her friends and family yell, "SURPRISE"

Just then she noticed the banner that ran halfway across the room.

"You're throwing me a shower?"

"Of course silly." Penny said affectionately

They lead her to her seat and then began the festivities.

"Okay it's gift time" Maybelle said handing Tracy a package, which she opened to find several baby outfits all in neutral colors.

"Thank you Maybelle"

Amber then handed her, her gift. After opening it she found three stuffed bears. "Thank you Amber"

Penny gave her more clothes-all of which she had made herself. Her mother gave her a changing table along with a crib. Brenda gave her diapers saying she was going to need them. Shelley gave her a playpen. Tammy more clothes. LouAnn some toys. Vicki gave her a coupon for the baby store in town saying she just couldn't decide what to get. Tracy assured her that it was a good gift and she asked if she would like to accompany her when she went to spend it and she agreed. Becky and Darla both gave her a crib. Noreen and Doreen each gave matching outfits one for a boy and one for a girl.

After opening all the gifts she thanked everyone with a smile.


Six month's Later....

Penny sat in the Larkin's Living Room talking with her best friend about the up coming birth. When she noticed that Tracy was contantly trying to get more comfortable. "Trace, have you decided on any names yet?" she asked trying to get her friends mind off her discomfort.

"Not yet, though I am beginning to understand how you felt when you were carrying the twins."

"You have it just a bit harder than I did though. You've been on strict bed rest since your fourth month and I know that it has been bugging you."

"Yeah it has and Link has been such a saint. Penny I swear, that man hasn't said a word about all my complaining and there are times that I wish he would if you know what I mean. Pen, He treats me like a queen, not that I am complaining about that, I just wish I could argue with him. I miss it."

"I know you do, Trace. I was the same way with Seaweed. He was always so careful not to upset me, said that he hated to see me cry." Penny said smiling fondly at the memory.

A few hours later Tracy began to feel a nagging ache in her lower back and stood to help alleviate the pain when she suddenly let out a gasp and said, "Penny, it's time."

Penny instantly ran to the phomne and call the studio.

"Larkin, Phone call" someone yelled to Link as he was walking to his office.

He went and picked it up and said, "Hello"

"Link, It's Time her water just broke. We will meet you at the hospital" with that Penny hung up on him.

Fifteen minutes later they all arrived at the hospital.

"Trace!" he said frantically.

"Link, calm down. I'm fine."

Tracy was admitted and taken to the maternity ward to await the birth. Link sat by her side then realized that he had not called either of ther parents to tell them that it was time. He walked over to the phone and picked up only to hear his father's voice moments later in the room. He turned and looked shocked to see him there. Tracy smiled and told him that Penny had called everyone and told them before bringing her to the hospital. Relief rushed through him at this. He was too frazzled at the moment to even think clearly. He was about to welcome into the world three children at once! bMinutes later her parents walked in.

"Hi Ma, hi dad" she greeted as cheerfully as she could as her contractions were coming closer together.

"I can't believe my baby girl is about to have babies of her own." Edna cried in joy. She couldn't wait to become a grandmother.

"Hey I can't wait till I get to hold my grandchildren" Wilber and David said together.

Just then the doctor walked in and everyone else left-except Link- so that he could examine her. "It looks like your just about ready you just need to dialate a few more centimeters. I'll be back in and hour to check up on you again." He said as he walked out o fthe room.

"Hey, how are you doing lil darlin?" Link asked taking a seat beside her on the bed.

"Fine, I just wish they were here already." she answered as she ran a hand over her huge belly. Honestly she felt like she was going to burst at any moment.

"I can't wait either, though I have a feeling we are going to have our hands full darlin."

"Your right we are but we have a great set of friends and family who are more than willing to help out." she reminded him.

An hour later the doctor returned and found that she was fully dialated and then asked LInk if he was planning on staying in the room-which was unusal at that time- and Link said that he was staying. The doctor nodded and intructed Link to sit behind his wife and support her. Link quickly did as he was instucted and climbed onto the bed gently sitting Tracy up as he did so. Once in place she fell back against him bracing herself as a contraction hit her with such force. After what seemed like hours to both of them their first child was born.

"You have a boy." the doctor said as he handed the newborn to a waiting nurse. Again Tracy felt a contraction hit her and again she bore down with as much strength as she could. Minutes later their second child emerged, "And a girl" the doctor told her as he again handed the child to a nurse. "Give me just one more push" he said and Tracy bore down again crying out in pain as her third child was born. "It's a another girl" he announced as Tracy fell back against her husband completely drained.

"We did it" he whipered against her ear as he caressed her inflated stomach.

"mmm" was all she could managed. She was exhausted but happy.

"Trace" he asked a little while later

"Yes" she said quietly

"You know we never did decide what we were going to name them you know."

"Well, do you have any ideas?" she asked again in a low voice.

"Well, I would like to name our son David Wilber, after both of our fathers'" he said contemplatively

"I like it and I think they would both be proud to share their names with their grandson."

"So what are we going to name the girls?" he asked

"I was thinking of naming one of them after your mother. I loved her name and I think a beautiful tribute to the woman who gave birth to the man I love."

"Mary Rose, it is then and thank you for that Trace." he said kissing her sweetly on the forehead.

"You're welcome. Now how about the last one?"

"How about Holly Elisabeth?"

"Perfect"

Just as soon as they had decided they were bombarded by well wishers. They all cooed and awed over the three little ones. Penny then asked, "Did you guys ever decide what to name these three darlings?"

"Yes Penny we did. we would like to introduce to everyone David Wilber Larkin, Mary Rose Larkin and Holly Elisabeth Larkin."