My Paper Heart
Chapter 14
At 36 weeks I was miserable!
Haley's room was finished, as were the boy's room and they loved it.
I talked to Jasper at least once a week, but things were slow going and they still hadn't acquired what they were after.
He said he was lucky he even got to talk to me, they were on blackout most of the time, but since I was pregnant, they gave him a little time each week.
"Jasper, I'm scared." I told him recently.
"Why?" he asked truly baffled.
"Because you're not here. I need you here." I started crying.
"Babe, don't do this now. I have to know that you're strong and can get through this. I wouldn't be able to concentrate knowing you're having a hard time." He touched the screen.
"I have everyone here, but it's not the same. Sue came down to stay and help for a while." I wiped my tears.
"See, you're going to be just fine. I'm going out in the field and won't be able to contact you. I don't know how long, but as soon as it's safe, I'll call again. I've got to go. I miss you and the boys. Tell them I love them." He smiled before the screen went black.
The next few weeks flew by in a flurry.
Sue had come to stay with the boys and me and was a huge help.
Dad was coming this weekend to be here for the baby (Sue had a feeling) and he actually took a couple of weeks off to be here after the baby too, they knew I needed them.
We went out to dinner when dad arrived and I was enjoying my spaghetti loaded with meatballs and Italian sausage. I also had a salad and was saving room for dessert.
Harrison and Hudson were enjoying their pizza and watching a cartoon on their tablet.
Sue, dad and I talked about all things Haley and what I was going to do when she was old enough for daycare.
"It's not like my job doesn't let me work from home." I shrugged. "I'd rather hire a nanny, especially if Jasper is still gone."
"Well, we wanted to let you know that your dad is retiring next year and we've found a house here and I'd love to watch Haley and the boys after they're out of daycare." Sue smiled.
I didn't even realize I was crying until my dad wrapped me in a hug and wiped my tears.
"Baby girl, we'll always be here for you. I wanted this to be a surprise, not to make you cry." My dad smiled.
"I'm crying happy tears dad. I've been thinking about getting a small place in Forks just to be close to you two, but knew it would confuse the boys." I sniffed and wiped the tears off my face.
"We're more than happy to move here. I'm retiring from Forks, but Seattle needs a new police chief." He shrugged.
"What? Wow! I'm so happy for you!" I hugged him tightly.
"I can't wait to be close to these babies all the time." Sue gushed.
"So, you're retiring in a few months?" I asked.
"As of March, I'll be retired. I'll have two weeks off to move and settle in before my new job starts." He informed me.
"I can't wait!" I smiled widely.
"We'll come and visit often, especially with Esme overseeing our renovation." Sue exclaimed.
"I can't wait to see it." We finished dinner and they told me about their little bungalow they'd bought and were having it refurbished.
Afterwards we all went for ice cream and then home to tuck to very sleepy boys into bed.
I kissed my dad and Sue goodnight and headed to bed.
I awoke to the smell of bacon and eggs.
It was so nice to have someone here to take care of me, just a little.
Walking into the kitchen the boys were eating Cheerios and dad was reading the paper, while Sue cooked breakfast.
"Let me help." I offered with a smile.
"I don't think so. You're due anytime no way am I letting you work." Sue stated with a gleam in her eye.
I sat down and let Sue serve us.
After breakfast I bathed the boys, my dad was taking them to the park today while Sue and I made sure we had everything we needed for Haley.
While I was showering I felt a gush and warm liquid on my leg.
My water had broken.
I wasn't having close contractions, so I just finished and then calmly dressed and waddled downstairs.
"Sue, our plans have changed." I chuckled.
"Really?" she asked.
"Yeah, we'll be taking a detour to the hospital. My water broke in the shower." I smiled.
"Oh my!" she dropped the kitchen towel and ran to get her purse.
"You can call dad and everyone else once we get there and checked in." I informed her.
Six hours later we welcomed Haley Sue Whitlock into our lives.
AN:
I know it's short, but I'm getting caught up on all my stories…
I hope you enjoyed it…
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