A/N: Sooooooo ... I JUST realized how long it's been since I last posted and OMG, I am so sorry! Between the writer's block and the overtime at work I haven't had much ideas or time to put anything down. I feel like I've got a good grip on the next few chapters so hopefully I get out at least 2 more before the block returns (I'm still trying to figure out how to end this, especially since I want to be able to both let it stand alone and possibly add a sequel later on). I've already started on the next one so fingers crossed I get it out to you soon.

(Also, I've been taking my sweet sweet time in reading a lot of fanfiction instead of writing it. 1) It's so much fun! 2) Sometimes others words are the best inspiration out there! To all my followers and fellow authors, I feel creative thanks to you. What would we do with out collaboration and feedback?)

"Mr. President," Sam smiled warmly as she watched him take it all in. Why he had insisted on personally visiting Eleftheria she still didn't know but, she was proud to show it off. She offered warm greetings to both Generals Amos and Schwartz as they stepped up next to the President and was surprised when they both placed a gentle kiss on her cheek.

"You're looking well Colonel," Amos smiled brightly.

"Thank you Sir," she offered as she let her hands come to rest on her exceptionally swollen stomach.

"You didn't need to greet us here at the Gate Sam," the President offered quickly. "I'm sure we could have made it to you just fine."

"I'm aware Sir but I do enjoy the walks; they're far and few between these days."

"And how are the twins treating you," the President asked brightly. "We've never had twins but, Mellie always said the baby's drove her crazy the last month of each of her pregnancies."

"I certainly wouldn't disagree with her," Sam chuckled. "How are the First Lady and the children Sir?"

"Oh wonderful Sam, everyone's doing well. And Mellie is dying for you to visit again. I tried explaining that our little 'satellite' conference today meant we wouldn't be seeing you at the White House anytime soon, what with those two on the way – but you know Mellie."

"Yes Sir," Sam beamed. "I believe I do. Shall we Sirs," she asked as she swept her hand back towards the Ha'tak. "We're due to have incoming shortly. It'd be best to get you to the base before they arrive Mr. President."

With a heavy sigh of exaggeration the President agreed and Amos asked about the incoming party as she led them towards the grounded ship. "SG-1 is due back from a mission in about 30 minutes. So far they haven't reported any problems but, as a former member of that team I can attest to several occurrences of returning under fire. It's always wise to take precautions."

"They're still going on missions," Schwartz asked in surprise. "I would have thought that Colonel O'Neill and the others would want to stick close by. You're practically full term aren't you?"

"Yes Sir. With the twins both doctors Suh and Frasier expect me to deliver any day now."

"… The Colonel was driving you crazy, wasn't he," the President only half asked.

"I'm sure I don't know what you mean," Sam offered with a pleasant smile.

"Yeah … that's what Mellie always said about me in mixed company too."

"How about that tour gentlemen?"

Half an hour later the alarm that sounded to acknowledge the Gate activation grabbed the attention of the President and General's. Sam made her way to the control center with the three following her without question. "Ginny?"

"IDC belongs to Dr. Jackson Ma'am," the woman at the console offered easily.

"Open the Gate." Most everyone in the center looked up into the monitors placed throughout the room. The video footage allowed them to see the Gate from all angles; but, Sam didn't look away from the Gate. She didn't need the aide of the monitors to see what was happening … where Jack was concerned, she always knew.

"They're through Ma'am," Ginny offered easily.

"Good, have them report to the briefing room Ginny."

The woman agreed with ease and Sam led the men to the briefing room. The four sat and chatted easily while they waited for SG-1. They didn't have to wait long before Jack strolled in, leading the others in without pause, even after seeing the President and the Generals. "Mr. President, welcome to Oz!"

"Don't mind him Sirs," Daniel began before taking his seat next to Jack. "He's not very good at keeping his mouth shut."

"Colonel," Sam questioned.

"Carter."

"What did you do Colonel?"

"Nothing. We chatted with Tilly, made the rounds, and made some deals. You know, the usual."

"His name is Tael'ouk Colonel, and the Trillian people are formal people who do not appreciate either your humor or your nicknames. Teal'c?"

"O'Neill has been asked not to return. Tael'ouk was displeased by your absence Colonel Carter. He informed us that O'Neill would not be welcome in the village again, even if you were to accompany him."

"What does my absence from SG-1 have to do with anything?"

"Ah, well …" Daniel hedged.

"Carter, you have this really bad habit of attracting alien men. There's a track record and everything. And Tilly was requesting you to return to the planet, not actually SG-1. That was just the guys cover to spend time with you again."

"If Tael'ouk needed to see me specifically I'm sure he would have asked for me however, he did not. He requested SG-1 and I sent him SG-1. Prior to being revoked access to the people did you at least complete your mission Colonel?"

"Treaty finalized and signed Carter. They're even willing to meet with your father. And Tilly did insist that you be present then."

"We explained that it could be a while since the President had recently restricted your Gate access due to your pregnancy," Jennifer offered as a way to try and ease the tension. "Til – Tael'ouk seemed rather excited for you at the news Ma'am …"

"Until he discovered that Jack was the father," Daniel offered with a smirk."I think the man really has something against him."

"It's called the green eyed monster for a reason Danny," Jack said, not even bothering to hide his smirk.

"I don't take it there's anything pressing that you discovered over the last three days," Sam sighed.

"I got to see more of the ruins but it's nothing that an archeological team can't go through," Daniel shrugged. "We've been there so many times now I think that's the only way we'll find something new – with a long term study. But nothing out of the ordinary for the Trillian, Sam."

"Good. Go see Jo for your post mission physicals and then enjoy your time off. Per your request SG-1 has been grounded till further notice. I still expect your mission reports in three days so that they can be forwarded to General Hammond in due time."

There was a silent agreement among the group before SG-1 got up from the table. The President shook his head at the antics of the group. They were clearly an excellent together. "Carter," Jack interrupted the President's musing as he turned back towards them from the doorway. Sam looked up to him and noticed the same raised brown that the President saw. She offered a simple no and he watched as Jack nodded before making his way out of the briefing room, whistling as he went.

(I did allude to a couple of things in this chapter that I WILL be answering in upcoming chapters, just bare with me please!)