Chapter Thirty-Nine
Welcome Home – The Wedding
A/N – Definitely a lot going on and not to repeat myself but a lot of fun to write. But really is this family ever boring. To be honest I have enjoyed writing each chapter and have a lot of ideas moving forward. As I write a new idea or continuation of an old storyline comes to me and I jot it down. Writing this for you has been fulfilling. Let's have some fun thins chapter. A lot going on and a lot to be thankful for. Mild Mature Content. Enjoy
After a couple of weeks it was finally the day for Georgie and Steven to bring the Twins home. Both Twins were doing well but typically they need to stay in the hospital a little longer than normal. Georgie and Steven spent almost their entire days there but it was nice to come home at night. As usual Lou had a naming ceremony and welcome home gala set up for Heartland. Also with the assistance of Ty, Amy, Jack, Lisa and Katie the loft was set up with all of the baby furniture and supplies the new family would need. After the renovation the loft now had a master suite, two bedrooms and a shared bathroom. In addition there was a storage area of the loft that when needed could be used to add two additional bedrooms. Initially the plan was to have the babies together next to Georgie and Steven's bedroom. Everything was staged and Amy and Lou had a lot of fun with the nursery. As the family gathered, Maddie screamed to the group, "They are coming down the driveway!" The clan and friends headed to the porch. As Georgie got out she laughed, "Good lord, we need pictures, this will definitely go in their baby books."
Everyone surrounded the new family to help carry in everything that came home with them. Katie and Amy got the honor to carry in the twins bringing them into the ranch house and sitting with them on the couch in front of the fire. Dinner would be served shortly and then there would be the naming ceremony. Quietly Georgie had let Amy and Ty know the names. Georgie and Steven had asked them to be their son's godparents with Katie and Clay to be the godparents of the little girl. Dinner was served and during the meal and as everyone was enjoying it a familiar cry of a hungry baby started. Georgie and Steven excused themselves and as soon as they walked away the other baby wailed. Georgie was nursing but as Amy told her she needed to pump as well for the times when they were both hungry at the same time. Amy snatched up the second hungry baby as Katie warmed the bottle. She sat at the table feeding the now happy baby.
After the dinner was over the two happy babies were dressed in their naming ceremony gowns, so Jack started the ceremony. He told the story of the history of the ceremony and to everyone's surprise, Tim was quiet. It seemed that Tim had finally decided to not be the one to be troublesome all the time. As Jack finished, he spoke, "Georgie and Steven can you introduce these two beautiful babies and let us know their names." Steven started with the little boy. "Georgie and I would like to present our son, Noah Alexander Weber. Noah was Georgie's birth father's name and Alexander is my grandfather's name who past just last year. We wanted to honor both of them. Noah's godparents are Amy and Ty." They joined them by the fireplace as he handed Noah to Amy. "Amy and Ty have been amazing mentors and friends, we love them deeply and we are sure they will always be there for our little boy." Everyone clapped with happy tears. Georgie stepped up, "We would also like to welcome Hannah Louise Weber, our amazing and active little girl. Maddie you may have some competition." Everyone laughed as Maddie smiled and said, "We'll see about that." Georgie continued, "Hannah was my birth mother's name and as you know Louise is the name of the most amazing mother a girl could have. One who I love deeply. We have asked Katie and Clay to be her godparents. Katie is the best sister I could ever have and Steven and I love her with all of our hearts. And Clay, he is a wonderful man who we expect will be in this family for a long time," winking at her sister with love. As the tears settled Lisa came up and said a welcome prayer and then when prompted Steven and Georgie grabbed their little hands and selected stones for them right below theirs. Everyone clapped as Lyndy and Jade brought out cake for everyone. It was a great day for the Weber family.
The long-awaited wedding of Scott and Lou was fast approaching. They wanted a small gathering which was so not Lou but that's what she had decided. Since the weather was questionable they still planned on using a tent but decided to have heaters nearby if needed. As usual the tent would be in the Heartland yard and cars would be parked on the large pasture. Around 125 people would be in attendance and the wedding ceremony and reception would be in the one tent. Plans were in place to take the wedding ceremony area and convert it to a dance floor and head table. Again several of Clint's kids volunteered not only to make the transition but handle the buffet and clear the tables. Like the Borden girls birthday, Lou and Scott would have envelopes for each of them. Amy would be Lou's maid of honor and Georgie, Katie and Marni, her friend would be bridesmaids. Scott of course had Ty as the best man and Steven, Clay and his nephew, Ahote as groomsman. Many of the other family members had roles, Jack and Tim would walk her down, Lyndy would be a junior bridesmaid with Wyatt as a junior groomsman, The twins would hand out programs and seat everyone at their preset tables. Maddie, JT and Jade carrying the Twins would bring the rings up to Amy and Ty. Clay and Wyatt, who had become quite a team had all the music set up and ready to go. Caleb, Cass and Jade offered to take care of Ben, JT and the new twins during the reception. When ready for bed they would lay them down in the Heartland ranch house with several baby monitors available for Amy, Georgie and of course Cass. Marni handled the food and her team would deliver it to the buffet after the ceremony was completed. Scott wanted to honor his native heritage so along with Lisa one of the elders from his tribe would officiate. Scott and his nephew, along with several other relatives decided to wear ceremonial garments. Lou was so happy that he decided that and was so proud of his heritage.
A day before the ceremony everything was abuzz with activity. The weather looked as though it would cooperate but the heaters were still nearby. The plan was for all the girls to stay at the Miracle Ranch and the boys at Heartland. The girls decided that the young ones would be with them as well. The night before they each had a small gender specific get together but decided not to make it to rowdy. Everyone was so excited especially the bride and groom. The next morning, each ranch house woke up to the smell of a full breakfast. Jack and Ty handled the men and Lisa, Amy and Lyndy cooked for the ladies. The plan was to start getting ready 10:00 so a hair and makeup team was scheduled to arrive at the Miracle Ranch then. The men were to fend for themselves although Amy, Katie and Georgie did run over to make sure they had everything they needed and provided some last-minute directions. Amy snuck Ty out to the front porch for a hug and whispered in his ear, "I missed you last night. It is much better to have you next to me rather than Lou. And I can't wait to see you in your tux." He smiled, "Luckily a was in the loft with just Steven and I. I am worried though. I don't know it I will be able to resist you because I know you will be the most beautiful women there." They kissed passionately as Georgie walked out and whined to them, "Not your wedding guys so cool it." Amy smiled and whispered in his ear, "I actually can't wait to see you out of that tux." He blushed and kissed her cheek as the girls headed back to the Miracle Ranch. Amy made sure she grunted when Georgie and Katie hugged their men as well.
As the time was close a Limo arrived at the Miracle Ranch along with a beautiful horse drawn carriage. Lou and Amy would be in the carriage and the rest of the group including the little ones were in the limos. They all felt very fancy as they entered their rides. The limo arrived first as the ladies were gathered in the barn. After they began their walk down the carriage would arrive and the bride and maid of honor would come out. As the men took their places with their partners in the barn everyone looked out to a full tent of friends and family. The twins who came earlier did a great job of seating everyone with help from Desi and Jeremy. Scott nervously leaned over to Lisa who stood with him and the elder from his tribe, "I know I have done this before but I am really nervous. I have been waiting for this a long time." She smiled, "Well Scott you have always been family and I think I have never seen Lou happier." Clay's friend, Mitch controlled the music and the entrance music began. First came Lyndy and Wyatt. Ty marveled at his daughter and how much she looked like Amy and how beautiful she was. The men had traditional black tuxes and as decided, Scott and Ahote, were in their native dress. The bridesmaids along with Lou, were in light purple dresses that were form fitting but comfortable. Each of them also wore dress white cowboy boots which caught everyone's eyes. Marni and Ahote followed, then Katie and Clay followed. Again the family and friends were amazed by Katie and how much she looked like Marion. Jack leaned over to Lou, "She is Marion's twin, I feel like I see her walking down the aisle." Lou smiled and leaned into him misty eyed, "Mom and Grandma Lyndy are here, I feel them."
Next came the couple everyone wanted to see. Amy and Ty began their walk down the aisle. As Ty expected Amy looked stunning. He whispered into her ear, "Everyone is looking at you, you are so beautiful." She smiled and leaned into his shoulder. The Borden girls had smiles as big as the sun as they watched their parents walk down the aisle. JT whispered to Maddie, "Momma and Dadda are beautiful." When the made it to the wedding party, both of them hugged Scott with big smiles on their faces. They both loved and respected him deeply. They looked at each other with a deep and forever love as they took their places. Georgie leaned over to Amy, "My god will you guys stop." Amy giggled and mouthed I love you to him. Next came Maddie holding JT's hand and Jade and her husband carrying the new twins. Maddie was very serious about her an JT's role and had practiced over and over with him. She was in a purple dress as well like the Twins and JT was in a little tux. As they approached Maddie held JT back as he wanted to run to his dad. They stopped and they walked to their parents to give them the rings. Amy and Ty picked them up and hugged them. Maddie and JT went to sit in seats in front to be joined by their GG. The stage was set to receive the bride.
The music changed as everyone rose to their feet. Lou began her walk down the aisle with Tim and Jack on her sides. She was radiant and her wedding dress was purple as well but had extra lace and other embellishments. Amy had never seen her look so happy and beautiful. As she approached her soon to be husband, Jack kissed her forehead and went to his seat with Maddie, putting JT on his lap. Maddie kissed his cheek, "We love you GG." Tim brought Lou to her soon to be husband and Lisa began to speak, "On behalf of Lou and Scott and the entire family we welcome everyone to this joyous event. Who brings this women today to join this man in holy matrimony?" Tim responded, "I do." He kissed Lou's forehead and placed her hand on Scotts. The couple looked into each other's eyes ready to commit their love to each other. Everyone smiled and Lisa began to go on with the ceremony. "Lou and Scott do you promise to love and cherish each other for the rest of your life." They responded, "We do." She continued on with the ceremony and walked through the vows. Scott and Lou had their own vows as well which brought tears to everyone's eyes. Amy looked over at Ty as they both recalled the vows they made to each other on their wedding day. They smiled knowing the other was thinking the same thing. Steven poked at Ty and whispered, "Dude, not your wedding." He chuckled. When it came to the exchange of the rings they slid them on each other's fingers professing their promise of support and love.
Lisa smiled as she yielded to the elder from the tribe. He spoke of the traditions and values of his tribe's ancestors and that the great spirit would be there to support this couple as well. He handed Lou a ceremonial bride's head dress and she gasp as he spoke the bride's prayer. He gave her a native name of Kicking Eagle, Kicking meant she had the energy to handle everything in her life and was relentless when she protected her family. Eagle meant that she is a leader and the family looked to her for eternal guidance and sound reasoning. Amy smiled as she thought the name was very appropriate. He spoke, Kicking Eagle you are welcomed as an honorary member of the Cree Nation of Alberta" He then proceeded to do an ancient chant that completed her membership. As he chanted Scott, Ahote and other members of his family joined in. It was moving and the attendees were overwhelmed by the event. When he completed Lisa thank the elder for the moving ceremony. She proudly spoke, "Lou and Scott, by the power vested in me by the Province of Alberta, I happily pronounce you man and wife. You may kiss each other." As they embraced the attendees clapped and hooted wildly. It was done, Scott and Lou were married. After a group hug with the wedding party, they walked back down the aisle as husband and wife. Amy and Ty left next accompanied by all of their children smiling broadly except Lyndy, who stayed with Wyatt to walk down. Georgie and Steven walked with their new babies who were amazingly quiet during the wedding. The rest of the wedding party followed as Lisa and Jack along with Tim And Casey followed.
After Clint's group rearranged the front of the tent, the wedding party took their seats. Everyone settled as Lou and Scott stood to great them, "We want to thank you all for joining us today for our wedding. Scott and I have been friends for a long time and are both very happy that we have reached today. Please enjoy yourselves and have a great time." As the finished the DJ asked the head table to head to the buffet. Then her moved from table to table allowing them to get up. The menu options were salmon or steak as well as a host of salads and other sides. Marni made sure she had some kid options. Additionally some of Scotts tribe specialties were included. Since the wedding party ate first, Lou and Scott were able to walk around and greet their guest. The head table consisted of the wedding party, there were several family tables in the front and the rest of the table consisted of close friends, and staff. A small number of clients were there as well including some government officials. After the traditional cutting of the cake and bouquet toss it was time for the first dance. Lou and Scott came up and dance to their favorite song which she felt was appropriate for them. Although an oldie she selected, We've Only Just Begun by the Carpenters. Initially the Borden girls giggled but their mom told them to listen to the words. After a few minutes Lyndy whispered in her mom's ear, "The words are so beautiful and so true for them." The both smiled and shared a hug special just for the two of them. Ty and Wyatt looked on as they embraced. Wyatt whispered to Ty, "Lyndy really loves her mother, it is amazing." He smile and patted his shoulder in agreement.
Clay's friend who was handing the music invited the rest of the wedding party to the dance floor as then slow music continued. Amy and Ty embraced and danced closely together. Lyndy glanced over to them as she danced with Wyatt. "Look at them, they look like newlyweds. The way they look at each other is amazing." She teared up as Wyatt hugged her more tightly. As the dance progresses, the DJ asked all of the family members to join the wedding party. Annie and Addie grabbed Jeremy and Desi. Maddie had JT and he pulled away heading for his parents. She caught him as he latched on to his dad's leg. He looked up at his parents with a big smile, "JT dance with Momma, Mad dance with Dadda." Amy and Ty looked at them and picked them up smiling. The four of them swayed with the music as they each kissed their parents on their cheeks. JT smiled and said, "I kiss Momma like Dadda does." As Amy and Ty looked on they saw Annie dancing with Jeremy and Addie with Desi. Then they saw Lyndy and Wyatt dancing with a little more feeling. Ty's eyes raised up but before he could say anything Amy interrupted smiling, "Ty just keep your thoughts to yourself, we have guest." Maddie immediately interjected her wisdom, "Daddy just leave them be, they really like and care for each other. Wyatt is awesome and Lyndy is an amazing sister. The respect each other too." Amy and Ty just looked at each other in disbelief. Maddie was one in a million. As they continued JT spoke up again as he understood who they were talking about. "JT likes Wyatt."
The dancing continued and everyone was enjoying themselves. The little ones were in bed and Maddie and Gwen were soon to follow. It was decided that she would be spending the night. As everyone started leaving, Desi and Jeremy got picked up and Clay took home Wyatt. The Borden's plus Gwen loaded up the SUV. Ty carried Gwen and Amy carried Maddie to her room and laid them down already in their pajamas. Lyndy took JT to his room and the twins carried in the bags of clothes they had changed out of. Lyndy and the twins headed to their rooms as well as everyone was tired. Amy and Ty made their rounds and headed to their room. They closed the door and enjoyed an embrace. As they prepared for bed, Ty gazed at his beautiful wife as she got undressed and ready for bed. She knew he was looking at her so she took her time, slowly sliding off her stockings, then unzipping her dress sitting in her new lacey bra and panties. Ty was about to pass out as he gazed at her fumbling to get his tux off. He finally made it down to his boxers as Amy continued to taunt him. She cleaned her face and brushed out her hair making sure it fell gently over her shoulders. She giggled, "Are you Ok Dr. Borden, you seem a little out of sorts. Is something on your mind." Without hesitation he went to her, picked her up and carried her to their bed. She cooed into his neck nipping and kissing his ear. He laid her down gently and began kissing her all over her body. She gently moaned enjoying his touch. Their night was not finished and their love was soft and caring. A while later they were holding each other's clothes free bodies. "Tonight was fun and I just love our children." Amy whispered in Ty's chest. "And I really love my husband." They both smiled falling asleep in their embrace.
The Borden family slept in the next morning with Maddie even sleeping until 9:00am. As everyone trudged downstairs the greeted each other. Since they were leaving shortly for an after-wedding brunch at Heartland. The family only would be getting together to chat about the wedding as well as seeing Lou and Scott off. Their honeymoon was going to be in Hawaii and they were leaving later in the day. At the table several of the children yawned and laid their heads down. Gwen laughed saying, What's wrong everyone too much partying." That broke the silence as everyone laughed. They got ready and after taking Gwen home they headed to Heartland. As always the Borden family walked in causing a ruckus. It seemed they were a formidable group and attracted a lot of attention. JT headed right for GG and the girls huddled with the other women in the family in the kitchen, oohing and ahhing about the wedding. Ty and Steven joined Scott, Tim and Jack in the living room. Steven had the twins and handed one to Ty. They were content and happy as JT tickled them trying to make them laugh. Scott was happy about how the wedding went but it was hard for them to talk as the noise level in the kitchen full of women was loud. They were laughing, giggling and hugging each other endlessly. Steve joked, maybe we should head over to the loft for some peace and quiet. Lou overheard them and jumped on Scott's lap, "You are not taking my honey bunny anywhere." The entire group erupted scaring the little babies a little. The Borden girls and Katie all started fake gagging. It was a happy day and everyone was on top of the world. Ty looked over to Amy with a wink, as they both smiled with love in their eyes.