Esther: Good morning.

Mr. Nezzer: Good morning to you too.

(Mr. Nezzer kisses Esther then lowers down to her belly then kisses it)

Mr. Nezzer: (To Esther's belly, cooing) How is Daddy's girly-boo doing today?

Esther: (Chuckles) She's doing okay.

(Mr. Nezzer presses close to Esther's belly then looks up at her)

Mr. Nezzer: She sure is moving around a lot nowadays.

Esther: I know what you mean. She's been keeping me up lately.

(Mr. Nezzer kisses Esther's belly then gently rubs his nose against it)

Mr. Nezzer: (To Esther's belly, softly) You need to stop waking up Mommy.

(Mr. Nezzer stands up then kisses Esther's cheek)

Mr. Nezzer: I'm sorry you've been uncomfortable, sweetheart.

Esther: Oh, it's alright. I think it's also just the bed rest. I'm still getting used to it.

Mr. Nezzer: I'll call the doctor about that.

(Esther nods then kisses Mr. Nezzer)

Esther: Oh and speaking of phone calls, you got one yesterday.

Mr. Nezzer: Really? Who was it?

(Esther rolls her eyes)

Esther: Your mom.

Mr. Nezzer: Oh. Yeah. I've been meaning to tell you she was gonna call me about visiting some time.

(Esther sighs then fiddles with Mr. Nezzer's tie then looks up at him frowning)

Esther: She still doesn't know we're married and having a baby yet, does she?

Mr. Nezzer: Well...no.

Esther: I wish you told her from the start.

(Mr. Nezzer kisses Esther)

Mr. Nezzer: I know Essie. But my Mama can be a bit...

Esther: ...Opinionated?

Mr. Nezzer: (Sighs) Understatement but it's true.

Esther: But I don't see what the big deal is. She already knew about us first being in love and dating.

Mr. Nezzer: I know that too sweetheart but my Mama really never thought I'd marry...

Esther: Someone like me?

(Esther sighs then goes over to the couch then sits down then looks down at her belly glumly then Mr. Nezzer sits beside her then leans his head against hers)

Mr. Nezzer: Things did almost heat up when I told her we were dating.

Esther: But how are you gonna explain (looks down at her belly)...this to her?

Mr. Nezzer: She is gonna get suspicious the moment she sees you're pregnant.

Esther: I just don't understand, Nebby. (Turns to Mr. Nezzer) Ever since I first met your Mom, all I wanted to do was seek her approval, thinking that someday she'd see me as her daughter instead of just a...nobody.

(Mr. Nezzer kisses Esther then they press their foreheads together)

Mr. Nezzer: I don't think you're a nobody at all. I married you because I love you above anything else in this world. You're smart, funny, confident, fearless, beautiful. I could go on about how great you are.

Esther: I know you could.

(Mr. Nezzer smiles then kisses Esther then looks down at her belly then back up at her)

Mr. Nezzer: And I also couldn't be more thrilled that we're gonna have our baby girl soon.

Esther: (Giggles) I really don't doubt that either.

(Esther leans against Mr. Nezzer)

Esther: I'm still worried what your Mom's gonna think.

Mr. Nezzer: I'm worried too but whatever happens, I'll always choose you and our baby in the end.

(Esther kisses Mr. Nezzer's cheek then Mr. Nezzer kneels down then kisses Esther's belly then presses close to it then they both feel the baby kick then Mr. Nezzer looks up at Esther)

Mr. Nezzer: See? Even our little girl doesn't like seeing you sad.

(Esther giggles then sniffles then pecks Mr. Nezzer on the forehead while he remains near her belly)

Esther: You're a major softie sometimes but I love you.

(Mr. Nezzer looks up at Esther)

Mr. Nezzer: I love you too, Essie.

END OF SNIPPET 1

Esther: Okay. I'm ready.

(Mr. Nezzer turns around then gasps in awe when he sees Esther wearing a yellow summer dress showing off her bump beautifully)

Esther: What do you think?

(Mr. Nezzer goes over to Esther then kisses her then smiles at her lovingly)

Mr. Nezzer: You look absolutely entrancing.

Esther: (Giggles) Thank you.

Mr. Nezzer: In fact, it makes me want to kiss you.

(Esther and Mr. Nezzer kiss romantically then the doorbell rings then they pull away)

Esther: (Sighs) Time to face the music?

(Mr. Nezzer nods then kisses Esther's forehead)

Mr. Nezzer: Time to face the music.

Esther: I'll go and bring the refreshments.

Mr. Nezzer: And I guess I'll get the door.

(Esther giggles then kisses Mr. Nezzer's cheek then goes in the kitchen then Mr. Nezzer goes over to the door and opens it and sees his mom standing there)

Mr. Nezzer: (Cheerfully) Mama!

Mama Nezzer: Aww, there's my Nebbykins.

Mr. Nezzer: Would you like to come in?

Mama Nezzer: Of course I wanna come in. You're never one to leave your Mama out in hot weather like this, Nebby sweetie.

(Mama Nezzer steps inside the house then looks around while Mr. Nezzer closes the door)

Mama Nezzer: I see nothing really changed around here. Just the way I like it. (Turns to Mr. Nezzer) You always keep things perfect around here just for me, don't you, Nebbykins? No differences whatsoever.

Mr. Nezzer: Well, actually, Mama, I wanted...

Mama Nezzer: I'm glad you didn't choose to settle down. Another woman's touch in this house would likely mess things up, wouldn't it bumpkins?

Mr. Nezzer: Mama, that's what...

(The two hear a loud crash causing Mr. Nezzer to gasp then hurriedly go into the kitchen followed by Mama Nezzer then the two see a tray on the floor with shattered cups and a surprised Esther)

Mr. Nezzer: (Worriedly) Essie, what happened?

Esther: Nothing. A horn outside made me jump then I dropped the tray. I was gonna clean it up.

(Esther leans over then Mr. Nezzer hurries over to her then helps her stand back up)

Mr. Nezzer: I don't want you near the glass, sweetheart. I'll clean it up later.

(Mr. Nezzer kisses Esther's forehead)

Mr. Nezzer: I thought you and the baby were hurt.

Esther: We're fine. Oh! Nebby! I think she's hiccupping for the first time.

Mr. Nezzer: She is?

(Mr. Nezzer leans over then presses close to Esther's belly)

Esther: Can you feel it?

Mr. Nezzer: Mmm-hmm. I can.

(Mr. Nezzer faces Esther's belly)

Mr. Nezzer: (To Esther's belly, cooing) Does my sweetie have the hiccups? Who's Daddy's baby girl?

(Mr. Nezzer kisses Esther's belly while Mama Nezzer watches jaw agape then Mr. Nezzer and Esther look over at her surprised)

Mr. Nezzer: (Nervously) Oh, Mama. I...I forgot you were in here.

(Mama Nezzer frowns)

Mama Nezzer: (Coolly) It seems we have some things to talk about, Nebbykins.

Mr. Nezzer: Yes, Mama.

(Mr. Nezzer turns to Esther then kisses her then they both turn back to Mama Nezzer)

Esther: We do.

END OF SNIPPET 2

Mama Nezzer: Now then, Nebbykins. I think you owe me an explanation.

Mr. Nezzer: Well, Mama. If you couldn't guess by now, Esther's gonna have a baby.

Mama Nezzer: I had a feeling it was either that or she just gotten fat.

(Mr. Nezzer frowns)

Mr. Nezzer: (Angrily) What?!

(Mr. Nezzer looks at Esther then she quickly shakes her head then Mr. Nezzer turns to Mama Nezzer smiling again)

Mr. Nezzer: ...What I mean to say is "You're right. She's pregnant."

Mama Nezzer: Well, if she's having a baby, then who's the father?

Mr. Nezzer: I'm...the baby's father.

Mama Nezzer: (Laughs) Quit joking, Nebbykins. If you're the baby's father, that means you and Esther are...

(Mama Nezzer stops laughing then frowns)

Mama Nezzer: You're...?

Esther: Yep. We're married.

(Mama Nezzer looks at Mr. Nezzer)

Mama Nezzer: Nebby honey, is this true?

Mr. Nezzer: It's true, Mama. Me and Esther got married last year.

Mama Nezzer: Hmm. I see.

(Mr. Nezzer goes over and stands behind Esther then kisses her cheek)

Mr. Nezzer: And she's the best thing to ever happen to me.

Mama Nezzer: I really don't remember receiving an invitation to the wedding.

(Esther leans back against Mr. Nezzer while he invisibly rubs her back)

Esther: We meant to send one but never got to mail it.

Mama Nezzer: So...I guess I'm gonna be a Grandma soon.

Mr. Nezzer: It looks that way, Mama.

Mama Nezzer: Then let me have my say. Nebbykins...You know I always admired the things you do because they make me proud. Now I didn't protest when you first announced you fell in love with Esther and I do admit I was taken aback when you two began dating but now you're married and having a baby and...how do you expect me to feel?

Esther: Well...We expected you'd at least be a little bit happy.

Mama Nezzer: You really think I'm gonna instantly approve of this? Getting married behind my back is wrong enough but having a baby is another level. (Looks at Mr. Nezzer) I can't believe you'd ruin your life by settling down, Nebbykins.

(Esther scowls over at Mama Nezzer)

Esther: He didn't ruin his life!

Mr. Nezzer: Essie..

Mama Nezzer: I don't think this concerns you, dear.

(Esther stands up)

Esther: It does concern me! I'm Nebby's wife and the mother of his baby! I'm involved too! And didn't you bother to ask if this is he what he wants?

(Mama Nezzer frowns then stands up)

Mama Nezzzer: What my baby bumpkins wants probably is to come back home with me and forget this whole thing.

Esther: (Angrily) Why can't you accept that you and I are family now and that this is your grandchild?!

(Esther suddenly gasps sharply and doubles over)

Mr Nezzer: (Worriedly) Essie!

(Mr. Nezzer hurries to Esther's side then holds her steady)

Mr. Nezzer: (Softly) Easy. Easy. Breathe. Breathe.

(Esther breathes in then out then relaxes)

Mr. Nezzer: (Worriedly) Are you okay now?

(Esther nods)

Mama Nezzer: I don't see why you would fuss over her like that, Nebbykins. Panicking over only a baby.

Esther: Our baby!

(Esther winces then Mr. Nezzer holds her steady then turns to Mama Nezzer)

Mr. Nezzer: (Firmly) I want you to leave now, Mama.

Mama Nezzer: And you're coming with me.

(Mr. Nezzer goes over to Mama Nezzer)

Mr. Nezzer: (Firmly) No, Mama. I'm staying here. With my wife and our daughter.

Mama Nezzer: (Angrily) I won't have it Nebby! I won't have you making a mistake!

Mr. Nezzer: (Enraged) The only mistake I made was having you visit! And I won't have you causing Esther or our baby any stress! You're not welcome in this house anymore until you learn to respect my wife and accept your grandchild! I'm not coming home with you and THAT'S my final word!

(Mama Nezzer jaw hangs open then she frowns)

Mama Nezzer: (Sighs) I suppose we know where we stand for now, Nebbykins.

(Mama Nezzer looks at Esther then goes over to her)

Mama Nezzer: As for you, as far as I'm concerned, you still aren't welcomed in the Nezzer family.

(Mr. Nezzer stands in front of Esther protectively)

Mr. Nezzer: (Firmly) I said it's time for you to go, Mama.

Mama Nezzer: Alright. But don't expect me to come back ever again, Nebbykins.

Mr. Nezzer: (Venomously) I don't.

(Mama Nezzer 'humphs' then turns away then leaves the house then Mr. Nezzer closes the door then sighs heavily)

Esther: (Worriedly) Nebby? Are you alright?

(Mr. Nezzer turns to Esther then smiles warmly)

Mr. Nezzer: As long as you and our baby girl are okay, then I'm fine too.

Esther: Come on.

(Esther and Mr. Nezzer go over to the couch then Esther sits down followed by Mr. Nezzer then he lays his head on her lap)

Esther: I'm proud of you, you know. The way you stood up to your Mom like that.

Mr. Nezzer: I still do think I was a little harsh but I just couldn't let her keep talking to you that way.

Esther: You did the right thing by telling her how you felt, Nebby. Who knows? Maybe she'll come around.

Mr. Nezzer: I don't really care if she does. (Looks up at Esther) I don't need my Mama. I have all the family I need here.

Esther: And you're all the family me and our baby need.

END OF SNIPPET 3