A few hours later, Elizabeth woke up because the twins felt like they were dancing on her bladder. They seemed to like being awake at night and resting during the day, when it should be the opposite. She would have to get Jack to sing to them when they were at rest so that she could get sleep at night. In the meantime, she had to figure out how to get out of bed to go to the washroom without waking Jack. Her poor husband needed rest after what he went through riding back to her. Unfortunately she didn't succeed, as she let out a groan trying to get up, which woke Jack up.

"Elizabeth?" He sat up, looking groggy. "What's the matter? Are you ok?"

"I'm fine except your children are using my bladder as a dance floor and now I need to use the washroom."

In the moonlight, Jack could see her smirking. "My children? Oh, I get it. They are my children when they are bad but your children when they are good." They looked at each other and laughed. Jack then got up and helped her out of bed. He started to follow her out the room but she stopped him.

"I'm fine Jack. You don't need to come with me." She smiled at him, letting him know she was grateful he wanted to help.

After he heard the door close, he sat back down on the bed. He started thinking about the events that had transpired over the last couple of days. He still couldn't believe they were having twins. He wondered if they would have two sons, two daughters or one of each. Then he realized they needed to think of more names. Since they were using their own first names as middle names, he thought they should use family names. Charlotte would make a great middle name for a second girl. He wasn't sure of a first name. Possibly Grace if they were using Charlotte. He would love using Thomas as a middle name too.

Elizabeth returned to the room to find Jack sitting on the bed, lost in thought. She tried softly calling his name but he didn't seem to hear her. She sat down next to him and put a hand on his shoulder, causing him to jump. She giggled at his reaction.

"Oh, Sweetheart. You scared me."

"You were lost in thought about something." She replied.

"Yes I was. I was thinking about the twins and I realized we need to pick out more names. I was thinking about a few while I waited for you."

"Really? That's sweet. Are you up to talking about it for a while? They twins are moving around so much, I won't be able to sleep for a while. Maybe hearing your voice will calm them down a bit."

"I can stay up for a while. It's not like we have to get up with the sun in the morning."

"Exactly. Besides the last couple of days I have been sleeping late, so Abigail would probably be shocked if we were up with the sun like she is."

"Let's get you back into bed, Sweetheart. Then we can snuggle together and talk about names."

As Elizabeth went to lie down as best she could, she replied. "I have been thinking about using family names, Jack. I am not sure on boy's names but I have a couple of girl's names I like." Even though it was dark, the moon light lit the room enough for Elizabeth to see a big grin form on Jack's face. "What are you smiling about, My Love?"

"I was thinking the same thing about using family names. I was thinking about Charlotte and Thomas as possible middle names." He gently pulled Elizabeth into one arm and placed his free hand on her belly. Sure enough, he felt the kicking Elizabeth was talking about. He was going to have to think of a way to help get the babies to sleep at night when Elizabeth went to bed. She needed rest more than anything right now.

"I was thinking about Charlotte too. One of my grandmothers was named Charlotte and the other was named Erin. I was thinking Erin Charlotte Thornton would be a great name."

"Erin Charlotte Thornton." Jack said the name out loud. "That's beautiful. I love it." He placed a gentle kiss on Elizabeth's forehead. "So Catherine Elizabeth and Erin Charlotte for girls."

"Yes." Then she giggled. "I just realized that if we have two daughters there first and middle names have the same initials, only reversed."

Jack laughed as he thought about it. "You are right. That's ok though"

"Yes it is. Since we are using my grandmother's names for girls it worked out that Charlotte is also your mother's names, how about boys' names from your family?"

"Well, I only knew one grandfather, my paternal grandfather. His name was Daniel Thomas Thornton." As the name rolled off his tongue, he realized he loved the sound of that name for a boy. "Daniel Thomas. What do you think of that name, Sweetheart?"

Elizabeth pushed herself up in bed and looked at Jack, with tears in her eyes. "Jack, I love it! It's perfect!" She leaned over to kiss him. When they pulled apart, Jack helped pulled her back down on his check.

"That was as easy as picking the other names. So, Catherine Elizabeth and Erin Charlotte for girls and Christopher Jarrick and Daniel Thomas for boys."

"Yes, they are beautiful names." She yawned just then. "Jack, I think I am ready to go back to sleep. The babies aren't moving as much anymore."

"I'm glad. You need your rest now more than ever." Elizabeth rolled off his chest to go lie down on her pillow. When she was settled, he propped himself on his elbow and gave her a long, sweet kiss goodnight. "Sleep well, My Beautiful Sweetheart!"

"Sleep well, My Handsome Mountie!" She whispered as she closed her eyes. Within minutes, she was fast asleep, with Jack not far behind.

When Jack woke up next, the room was full of sun light. He picked up his pocket watch from the table next to the bed and saw that it was 8am. He turned back to look at his sleeping wife. She looked so beautiful. She was glowing. He remained in bed, just watching the love of his life and the mother of his children sleep peacefully. As he was staring at her angel face, he got an idea. He decided he wanted to go to the Mercantile and get some things to make their house pretty for her when they returned later that day. He also wanted to get some food. He figured there wasn't much in the house. He wanted to cook dinner for her that night.

He quietly slipped out of bed and put his clothes on. He sat down at the desk and wrote her a note, in case she woke up while he was gone. He placed it on his pillow, gave her a quick kiss on the cheek then went downstairs. Abigail was at the stove cooking a breakfast order when Jack came down the stairs. "Good Morning, Abigail." He greeted.

"Hello Jack. How did you sleep? I figured you might sleep later with Elizabeth, especially after you were awake for a while talking in the middle of the night."

Jack felt his face flush. "I'm sorry. Did we wake you?"

"Jack, its fine. I have been sleeping with one ear to awake in case Elizabeth needed me. I guess my body had gotten used to it in the short time that we were waiting for you to return. Once I remembered you were here, I went back to sleep. And I didn't hear what you were talking about."

"We were discussing baby names. I am sure Elizabeth will want to fill you in at some point." He accepted a cup of coffee from Abigail. "The reason I am up is because I thought I would go to our house and fix it up for Elizabeth. Open it up for some air and put some flowers in the bedroom. Also pick up some food to make for a special dinner tonight."

"She would love that, Jack. I noticed Mr. Yost has some new bubble bath in. Maybe you could get some for her and help her take a bath later. She hasn't said anything to me but I can tell she is starting to feel some pregnancy aches and pains. A nice soak in the tub would do wonders for her."

"That's a great idea. Thanks, Abigail." He started for the door to get his plan into motion.

"Wait, Jack. Don't you want some breakfast first?"

He turned back around and blushed. "Yes I do. I forgot about eating because I was so excited about my plans."

"I can see that. Sit down for a little while. Knowing Elizabeth, she won't be awake for at least an hour, possibly longer. You can sit for a while and then get going."

"I will. Thank you." As soon as he finished eating eggs, bacon and some of Abigail's delicious biscuits, he was out the door, eager to get on with his plans.

Elizabeth woke up a couple of hours later. She stretched her arms and then reached over towards Jack. An arm meet empty space. She carefully pushed herself up and spotted a note on his pillow. She picked it up to read:

Sweetheart,

I woke up early and decided to go get some supplies and other things for when we return home today.

I wanted to let you sleep some more.

You looked so beautiful sleeping peacefully.

I should be back shortly and then we can go home.

I love you and our babies so much!

Your Handsome Mountie,

Jack.

Elizabeth smiled at the note. She sat in bed for a few minutes, counting her blessings. She had a wonderful husband and soon they would be holding two sweet babies made from the love they felt for each other. She was still day dreaming about her little family when a knock came at the door. "Come in". She said, figuring it was Abigail coming to see if she wanted some breakfast.

"Ahh, good. You're awake. Would you like some breakfast? I have fresh blueberry muffins and biscuits."

Elizabeth felt her mouth water at the sound of the muffins. "I would love a muffin or two but I should have something else with it. Would you please make me some scrambled eggs?"

"Of course! Would you like some tea?"

"Yes, please and a glass of milk."

"You got it." Abigail left the room and went back downstairs. As she started preparing the eggs, Jack returned. "Perfect timing, Jack. Elizabeth just woke up. I am making her breakfast."

"Great. I will wait down here and bring it up when you are done." He looked over at the stove to see what she was making. "I am glad to see she wanted eggs. She stopped eating them when we first found out about the baby."

"That's completely normal. I had an aversion to eggs in those first few months too. It drove my Noah crazy. He liked having eggs for breakfast almost every day but when I got pregnant and the smell made me sick, I forbade them in the house. The town we lived at the time was smaller than Hope Valley and there was no restaurant." She paused, feeling a little nostalgic, then she laughed. "You should have seen his face when I surprised him with an omelet one morning in my second trimester. I think he had finally come to the conclusion he wouldn't be having eggs until after the baby arrived." She wiped a tear away from her eyes, then grabbed a tray. "How about you bring up some of her breakfast? I made blueberry muffins this morning and she requested that with her breakfast. You can also bring her the drinks she requested. I will bring her eggs up when they are done."

"Ok. Did she want tea?"

"Yes and she also asked for a glass of milk. She has been drinking a lot of milk lately, which is good for her and the babies."

Jack nodded and put together the tray. He carefully walked upstairs so he wouldn't spill anything. When he walked in the room, he smiled when she saw Elizabeth sitting up with her back against the headboard, writing in her journal. "Good morning, Sweetheart! I have some of your breakfast."

Elizabeth looked up and smiled when she saw her handsome husband. "Jack, I am so glad you're back." She put her journal away as Jack placed the tray in front of her." I missed you. Did you get everything settled in the house?" She picked up her glass of milk and brought it to her lips.

"Yes, I did. As soon as you're finished eating, we can pack up your things and head for home. I know you are anxious to be back in our bed."

Elizabeth picked up a muffin and took a bite. When she had swallowed, she replied to her husband. "I am, Jack. I am so grateful that Abigail let me stay here, but I would rather be in our home. Thank you for getting everything settled while I was still asleep."

"I was torn about it. You looked so peaceful, sleeping with one hand on your belly. You looked so beautiful, like an angel. I was so tempted to go back to sleep with you, with my hand on top of yours. Then I decided it would make more sense to get our house ready."

Elizabeth was about to speak when Abigail returned with her plate of eggs, some bacon and a couple of biscuits. "I wasn't sure if you would want more than the muffin and eggs. Don't worry if you aren't hungry for all of this."

"Thanks, Abigail. You are the best." Abigail smiled and left the happy parents-to-be alone.

"If you can't eat all that, Sweetheart, I will. I think I am making up for not eating on the ride back here."

"Ok. I may not. My appetite hasn't been that great lately. I mean, I am not skipping meals or anything but I can usually only eat a small portion of food at each meal time. I think my stomach must be changing size to accommodate my growing abdomen." She laughed.

Jack joined in. "As long as you are eating, that's all that matters." He kissed her hand.

"I love you, Jack Thornton." Elizabeth put her fork down and pushed the tray aside for a moment to kiss him.

"I love you too." Jack replied after they parted. Then he put his hand on her belly. "I love you two as well." He moved his hand and moved the tray back in front of Elizabeth so she could continue eating.

Soon, Jack was helping Elizabeth get dressed and packing up her things. Fortunately, Abigail didn't pack that much, knowing Jack would be home. "I rented a buggy to take you home, Sweetheart. That's too far for you to walk."

"Thank you, Jack." She kissed him, then started to walk out the door of her old room. Jack had already brought her suitcase downstairs, so his hands were free to help her down the stairs. He kept his hands firmly around her and slowly helped her walk. Jack helped her get settled in the buggy then got in himself.

A short time later, they arrived home. "I want to get you settled in bed first, then I will get your suitcase." Jack said as he helped her down from the buggy.

"Thank you, Jack. I am a little tired. I could also use a bath."

Jack smiled. He couldn't wait for her to see what he did for her in their bedroom and bathroom. "Of course. If you don't mind, I would like to join you in the bath. Maybe I can give you a back rub."

Elizabeth sighed. "That would be heavenly."

Jack helped her up the front steps and into their house. He took her hand and led her to their room. When she stepped inside, she gasped. He had placed a bouquet of wild flowers on her nightstand and dresser, candles were set up all around the room waiting to be lit and a new nightgown was laying on her side of the bed.

"Oh, Jack. This room, the nightgown, it's beautiful. Thank you!" She turned to kiss him.

"You're welcome, Sweetheart. You deserve it. I am going to do the best job I can taking care of you are our babies. Anything you need, just tell me." He caressed her cheek, then grabbed her hand. "Come with me to the bathroom." He opened the door, then stepped aside to let her in.

Elizabeth walked through the door and gasped for the second time. The room had more candles and flowers. On the little table by the tub, she saw bottles of bubble bath. She walked over to look at them. One was vanilla scented and the other was apple scented. They both smelled wonderful. She turned towards the sink and spotted a bottle of her favorite perfume sitting there. "Oh, Jack! You are so good to me. This is so beautiful. I love you so much!"

Jack crossed the bathroom in two steps, taking his wife into his arms. "I love you too." They held each other for several minutes. "Would you like to take that bath now?"

"I would yes."

Jack let her go to start the water. "Would you like some bubble bath in the water?"

"Yes, the vanilla scented bubbles."

"You got it. Why do you go get changed and meet me back here? Unless you need my help."

"I will be fine, Jack." She kissed him again then went back to their bedroom. She walked to the bed and picked up the nightgown. It was a long sleeved gown in a cotton so soft it almost felt like satin. The color was a blue a couple of shades light than her eyes and she saw there was a matching robe sitting underneath the gown. She couldn't wait to slip it on. She changed out of her clothes as quickly as she could, slipped on the robe and returned to the bathroom.

Jack had already changed out of his clothes and was waiting for her return. He turned to look at her when he heard the door open. The site that meet his eyes was so beautiful; she took his breath away. "Elizabeth! You are breathtaking!"

She blushed. "Thank you, Jack and thank you for the robe and nightgown. It's so soft. You found it at the mercantile?" He nodded yet. "I didn't realize Mr. Yost was stocking maternity gowns. I have been asking Clara to make me clothes."

Jack laughed. "I was surprised too but Mr. Yost told me that with both you and Rosemary expecting at the same time, he should stock some maternity clothes." Jack replied as he turned the faucet off and held his hand out for Elizabeth. "Let me help you get settled in the tub before I join you."

"All right." She slipped off her robe, then immediately tried to cover her body. She suddenly felt huge, standing there in front of Jack without any clothes on.

Jack noticed her reaction. "What's the matter, Sweetheart? Why are you covering yourself up? You must know I think you are so beautiful?" He reached for her hands to gently pull them away.

"I don't know. I just felt so fat when I took the robe off. I felt as big as a house when you were looking at me. I can't be that beautiful to you right now." She lowered her gaze to the flow.

"Elizabeth. Look at me." She didn't respond. "Elizabeth, look at me." He said more forcefully, taking his hand and gently pulled her face up. "Elizabeth, you are beautiful. You are more beautiful to me than ever. Do you know why?" She shook her head no. "You are blossoming with two new lives. It's amazing to me what your body is doing."

Elizabeth felt tears run down her cheeks. "Jack, that was so beautiful. Thank you."

"It's all true. Now let's get into that bath." He took her hand and helped her get into the tub. She let out a sigh as she sank into the warm bubbles. She felt her muscles start to feel better almost instantly. Then she felt Jack's hands start to massage her back. She moaned in pleasure as he felt him work at the knots in her back. She had the absolute best husband in the world. She was so blessed to have found him and that her children would have the best father.