-Ashley's POV-

I remember the first time I got to know about you. I could not understand the feeling, it was magical, it was bliss, and I had tears in my eyes but not of worry but of happiness. It was one of the best days.

I remember the first time I told all our family and friends. It was a night of laughter and fun. All your aunts were already arguing as who's going to be your Godmother.

I remember the first time you scared me to death. I thought your mom and I would lose you. I never would have forgiven myself if we did. I had a nightmare on my way and it was the worst.

I remember the first time I saw you on the ultrasound screen. You were as tiny as peanut but I knew you were mine. The look on your mom was pure joy and I knew on her eyes she saw how blessed I felt.

I remember the first time I heard your heartbeat. It was music to my ears. From then on I knew that your mom's, mine and your heart would be beating as one.

I remember the first time I felt you kicking. I couldn't get over it for the whole day. I've kept calling everyone about it. I couldn't stop talking about you.

I remember the first time the doctor told me about what gender you were. Your mom had changed her mind on the last minute and wanted to wait but I couldn't. Thank goodness she let me learn about it.

I remember shopping for your clothes even before you were conceived. I remember designing the nursery with your mom and thinking that it was too white. I remember researching for the perfect name for you. I remember being with your mom for her check up. I remember all her weird cravings and it made me wonder if you too were enjoying it in her tummy.

I remember planning the baby shower along with your aunts. I remember how happy your mom was. I remember your uncle proposing on that day too.

I remember the night your mom woke me up and told me that it was D-day. I was scared if not nervous. She was in so much pain and I felt bad for her. If only I could take away all the pain she was feeling. If I could take her place, which I could have been if I carried you. I let her crush my hands with her grip as every contraction pass.

And the day that I remember most is the first time my eyes laid on you. You were so tiny and you look so fragile and vulnerable. It was different from the screen of the ultrasound machine. It was you in flesh. You were a miracle, our little angel here on earth. You were spitting images of your mom and in that moment I remembered the first time I saw her, the pretty girl on a green polo shirt, jeans skirt and tennis shoes. Do you know why? Because that was when I fell in love with her.

"Ashley. Ash" I feel Shay shaking my shoulders. Thinking that she was probably just craving for something on such an unholy hour, I ignored it. "Babe wake up" She shook me again.

"What?" I asked full of sleepiness.

"My water just broke. I'm on labor" Shay said and all the need for sleep went miles and miles away.

"How many contractions have you had and how far along are they" we've practiced this many times and I've memorized all the routine questions

"I've have a couple hours ago but I thought it was just false labor. Now it's about 10 minutes apart and it's starting to last longer" Shay said calmly but I notice the look of nervousness and excitement in her.

"Okay. I'll call the doctor and get changed. Stay calm. Be calm. It's going to be okay" I did the pep more for myself. If we're lucky enough we would see our baby in less than 24 hours. I called the doctor and informed the hospital that we will be coming. I grabbed the things that we would need.

Hours had passed since we've been at the hospital. Shay was brave enough not to opt for an epidural. After her long agony she changed her mind and wanted one but the doctor said she wouldn't be needing it anymore since she was almost about to push. As each contraction got stronger, the more painful it was for Shay.

"I'm never doing this again" Shay managed to say as the contraction hit her. I tried not laugh at it. She catches her breath when the contraction ended.

"I love you Shannon" I tell her as a motivation. I know she wasn't doing an easy job

"I love too Ashley even if I'm cursing you a lot right now" I just smiled at her telling her that I do understand.

The moment we've been waiting for had finally come. The doctor came in and checked up on Shay. She said that Shay was already ready to push. The doctor gave her few more instructions and before I knew it Shay was already pushing. I brushed the loose hair on her face and held her hand.

"You're doing great babe" I said as an encouragement to her. I barely registered everything coming to a blur. Shay was pushing real hard in struggle of the pain and desire to deliver our baby. The next thing I remembered was hearing the echoing sounds of the gentle cry of our baby. It sounded like voices of angels from heaven. Tears immediately fell down on my eyes when I saw my child. The nursed placed our baby on Shay's chest. I did the honors of cutting the cord.

All sorts of emotions filled my heart and mind. It was actually happening, we finally are a family. The team of nurses took our baby back and did the standard procedure. I kissed Shay's forehead.

"Congratulations mommies" the nurse said as she gave our child back. Shay's eyes were also filled with tears as she observed our child.

"I love you everyday but today I fell in love with you even more" I told Shay in all honesty.

"All the pain was worth it. Our baby is the living proof of our endless love" We sound all so mushy right now but I guess it is normal for all brand new parents.

I carried our child on my arms lightly kissing the top of its head. I looked at the child on my arms and my wife on the bed. I then looked up and thanked the higher one for giving all these overwhelming blessings. I sat on the edge of Shay's bed. Shay adjusted her position and we took our very first family photo.

I remembered the first time you were on my arms. You were the bundle of joy I never thought I could have. I remember all the first times with you and I know we'd still be having more first times together. On that day, today, I vow to you that I would be giving you all the love I could give and protect you in every sense that I could. I would be there for all times that you would need me. I would love you and your mom and provide you with everything that's possible in this life. You are my precious one, my little angel. Your mom is my queen and you are my king, my pride and my glory. My son.

It's not yet the end you guys :D Once again thank you for reading and for all those who took time to review :)

To help you imagine the duo with a child here are links to photos that could help you up. Just remove the spaces. I just saw them online. I don't own them. You can also pm me for the link if you can't view them.

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