Chapter Ninety-Seven
Birthday Times Five
A/N – Looks like another fun school year for the Borden kids. Just a note, moving forward, I will consider Wyatt as a Borden kid, seems he has become one for sure. Anyway a lot of fun stuff coming your way, Birthdays, Dances, Competitions, Rodeos even a few dates mixed in. I have a lot of storylines I have developed along with ones that I have received from you. Your ideas are awesome and keep sending them. And as you have seen, they spark other storylines as well that I have and will develop. I continue to receive support and commitment from you that has told me to continue the story and so I shall. And just a warning, my story is still considered a drama so there will be a few challenges coming up for a couple of the family members but as always the family will be there. Although the life of the Bordens is blessed even this family will have things that come up that will cause some stress and upheaval. No concern as the family will always prevail. I love to hearing from you so make sure you let me know how I am doing. Mild Mature Content Enjoy!
As expected the first week of school was great for the kids. Homework started on day two and the kids began their routine of doing it all together after chores and before dinner. If time allowed they were able to have a little fun or in Lyndy and Wyatt's case work with their assigned horses. Maddie and Annie would practice their jumping and Addie would find something to tinker with. JT always hung with Wyatt as their bond continued to grow. Each child had a responsibility with preparing or setting up for dinner. Lyndy, Wyatt and the twins were starting to become decent cooks so Amy let them do some of the sides. Amy and Ty still cooked or grilled the main course and Maddie helped her mom with desert. The main talk at dinner this night was around the upcoming birthday parties. Amy and Georgie coordinated them and with Annie and Addie's go ahead it was decided to have Noah and Hannah's party combined with theirs. It would be quite the celebration but Annie and Addie were adamant about it. They had a special bond with Georgie and Steven's twins that everyone had seen and wanted to celebrate with them. The plan was to have it a week from Sunday at the Miracle Ranch. Invites had already gone out, food was ordered along with 4 very personal cakes. The tent would be set up to handle the almost 80 guest with music ready to go. Amy and Georgie decided to get a blow-up bouncing pit, balloon maker, face painter and bubble machine for the little ones. They would have a fun lunch just for them. For the older kids, a massive trail ride was planned with a lunch and swimming on the bank of the river. Clay, Katie, Wyatt and Lyndy would chaperone it. After everyone finished they would all meet together at the ranch for presents, cake and ice cream. For Maddie, the plan was to have a party the following Saturday. She wanted to do a party at the local pizza place and then a movie. After that they would go back to the house for presents, cake and ice cream. They stage was set and the wait started.
As expected the kids were really excited about their parties and every night at dinner it was a big part of the family discussion. Amy, Ty, Georgie and Steven had everything ready to go and they were kind of excited as well. Amy and Ty had been very busy at work as the steady list of new clients continued at the ranch and Heartland. The entire company was continuing to grow and all new levels of need were being met. In the office one day Ty spoke up, "Man Ames we have 6 surgeries this week, this is crazy. And I know Scott is also overwhelmed with prep for the winter cattle inoculations. Mandy and Ellie have really stepped it up and thank goodness as I am stealing Cass more than ever. The current group of U of C kids on their clinicals are awesome. Some of them are really stepping up as it seems they all want to work for us. Our bench strength is pretty strong. Scott and I even joked about a second location for the Vet Clinic to take on all the other animals we get and fully commit his clinic to beau vine care." Amy smiled, "You know that is not a bad idea. The cattle business is really expanding here and I hear he is getting work as far away as Okotoks. That's crazy. The good thing for us is that Lyndy, Wyatt and Rusty's skills continue to develop and we have a couple of more potential new trainers in the mix. It's also been exciting watching Katie grow not only her skills but her ability to teach others. Every time I look at her I think of mom, she looks so much like her." Ty agreed, "Not to get too personal but have they talked about kids yet. I know you Bartlett/Fleming women sure like them." She opened her eyes wide and came over to tickle him, "Well Mr. Nosey, in fact Georgie and I were talking about that to her the other day. And they are going to wait a little while but maybe after the new year but they aren't in a rush." Ty smiled and pulled Amy into a hug as they started necking like teenagers. As they were distracted Katie and Georgie walked into the office and they stopped, blushing a little. Katie smiled, "If Clay and I were like the two of you we would have two kids already. You are something else." Amy smirked, "Sorry guys but when you have 5, well 6 kids any chance you get you take it." Georgie laughed, "And so the reason you have 5 plus 1 extra kid. And to be honest we are a little jealous. You two are like the role model for love. You set the bar high for the rest of us." They all laughed as Amy, Georgie and Katie sat down to work on scheduling. Ty couldn't keep his eyes off of his wife, smiling and sighing. Katie and Georgie rolled their eyes.
It was the night before the twins party and the family dinner also included the Weber's. Little Nate was garnering a lot of attention but Noah and Hannah weren't being neglected either. Amy, Ty, Georgie and Steven wanted to go over everything for the final checkoff, so the girls and Wyatt took the little ones on a very short trail ride before dinner. Nate who was just about 4 months old, stayed with the adults and slept so they were able to check over their list. Noah and Hannah rode with their older twin aunts and really had a lot of fun. They headed over to the river and played there letting the horse get a drink and graze. Back at the ranch, Amy smiled, "Man this is going to be quite the day. Georgie, are Noah and Hannah excited." She smiled, "They are more than excited but Hannah said something to me that took me by surprise. She told me she is excited about the party but even more about being with Annie and Addie. This four have really bonded. I see Annie gelling more with Hannah and Addie definitely with Noah. I think she will have him on a motorcycle before he is five." Steven laughed, "And we are confident that Hannah will be jumping by that age as well. She already seems to be attracted to horses. Amy and Georgie, I think another protégé is on the way." As they looked up the group had returned, Nate woke up and dinner was served. The kids were excited as their parents looked on with happiness and love. After cleaning up the Weber's headed home and it was early to bed for the Bordens. Amy and Ty made their rounds and headed to their room. Amy was sitting at her vanity combing her hair as her very interested husband went to hug her. "So, Mrs. Borden do you need to get to sleep early too?" Nibbling on her earlobe she breathlessly responded, "Actually Mr. Borden I am not tired at all." As she leaned up too kiss him they heard a light knock on their door. "Two hushed voices asked if they could come in. Amy and Ty got decent and let Annie and Addie in the room. Annie spoke up, "Sorry to bother you guys but we have something on our minds." Addie took over as it was like they were speaking as one. "We know we share a birthday with Noah and Hannah and that is cool. And we are looking forward to it, but we want to make sure it is special for them. With Nate begin born I think they have been little neglected, not on purpose but we feel that they have. So can you talk to Georgie and Steven about it?" Amy smiled with a look only a proud mother could have. "Of course we will you guys and that is so thoughtful of you. You know, all of your birthdays are important but we will make sure that they are focused on. We love you both so much." They smiled and kissed their parents good night. As the door closed and locked Amy fell into the arms of her husband. Tears of happiness flowed as they headed to their bed. She whispered, I love them so much Ty and I am still not tired." They had a night of love helping each other reach a level of pleasure only they knew. He smiled as they were lying next to each other calming down from their love making. "Wow that was amazing Ames, but no sleeping in tomorrow." She giggled moving into his chest.
As the family gathered Maddie walked down and proclaimed, "It's party day number one!" All the kids laughed as a light breakfast was being shared. JT was holding court talking about all of the festivities. "So mom is everything for the super party for the twins. Can I help?" Amy smiled, "Honey thanks, but you just need to have fun and make sure your friends do too." He smiled, "Ok mom I think we should make sure Noah and Hannah have a good time. This is the first birthday they will be a real part of and I think we should really focus on them." Annie smile and hugged her little brother, "We got it covered buddy, we already told mom and dad the same thing. We are veterans at this and we will make sure they have a blast." He smiled and looked up remembering something. "Oh I almost forgot, GG Lyndy and Grandma Marion said to tell you guys happy birthday and to make sure you tell Noah and Hannah they said the same thing to them." The table went silent as again their little brother amazed them with his poise and calmness. Finally Ty was able to respond. "JT I think you should tell them, that would mean a lot to them." He smiled confidently, "Sure thing daddy." After a breath by everyone he continued, "Ok let's get our chores done and start getting ready, it's party time!" The group cleared the table and with Ty went to the barn to take care of the horses. They sorted the horses that would be used for the kids trail ride as well. Meanwhile Amy made a call to Lou and Georgie to make sure everything was good with Noah and Hannah. She spoke up, "I just wanted to let you two know that JT said the mom and grandma Lyndy told him to tell the twins happy birthday last night. We asked him to tell Noah and Hannah and I think the three of us should be there when he does. The kids might be a little confused. Lou, Georgie, you should have seen the look on his face. It was like it was just a normal thing." The phone was quiet as Amy heard some sniffles. Finally Lou spoke, "Amy I don't have any words but I agree, I just hope I can keep it together."
All of the kids started arriving before 10 and several of Annie and Addie's friend brought their horses as well for the big trail ride. Everything was set up for the younger group as it planned to start around 11. Amy, Lou and Georgie wanted to get the older kids on their way before the younger ones showed up. They made sure parents were invited as well and had plenty of lunch for everyone. About 20 young teens were going on the trail ride and as planned, Clay, Katie, Lyndy and Wyatt would be going with them. Everyone was mounted and ready to go, Ty and Amy joked that is was a pretty impressive group of horses and riders. It was a little cool so they were in jeans and flannels for the ride. They all had their suits on under their clothes and one of main responsibilities of the chaperones would be to ensure that went well. All of them brought an extra pair of clothes just in case and towels in their saddle bags.. Wyatt and Clay would drive ahead in the SUV with all the supplies to set up while as Lyndy and Katie had chaperone duties for the ride there. Amy had talked to them and wanted them to keep her updated on how things were going. They were all good kids but as this group got older it became a little more of a challenge to reign them in. Amy and Ty were comfortable with the four of them keeping them in line. They waved as the herd headed off and went to check with Georgie with on everything for the little kids. Outside of JT, Brey, Dax, Ben, Billly and a few more kids from PreK along with some of Noah and Hannahs playmates from the Day Care were also coming. Amy, Ty, Georgie and Steven along with the Grands and several other parents would be spending time with the little ones as they would need their attention. Maddie, Gwen, and Sylvia offered to take care of Nate, Beau Masters and Rosey O'Dell making sure they could allow the parents to focus completely on the twins and their guests. Amy, Lou and Georgie were very appreciative but also very proud of them for being so caring and helpful. Maddie spoke up, "Mom, we will make sure they get in on some of the fun but will also make sure they eat and nap as needed, even change diapers.' She blushed, "Maybe the moms will have to help with feeding." Georgie and Cass smiled handing over some bottles with breast milk, "We go that covered kids." They all smiled and took the three little ones into the house to play. The kids and parents arrived as the party began. Noah and Hannah couldn't smile any wider.
When the horses and their riders got to the river Clay and Wyatt had everything set up. Annie and Addie went over and hugged them tightly kissing their cheeks. They got all the horses tied off after the kids gave them a drink of cool water. With some supervision, the kids got ready to swim. Katie and Lyndy made sure the changing was segregated and Katie whined to Lyndy, "Man I feel old." Clay smiled and hugged her, "Well we aren't that old just older than these kids." The four of them chuckled as they found a place to sit and watch the young teens rush into the water and begin to have fun. Not to long after they began horsing around Desi and Jeremy found the girls. Wyatt noticed that they each kissed their cheeks and joked, "Check it our Clay Desi and Jeremy are going for the kill already. I am proud of them as they kind of remined me of the two of us and how smooth we are." Lyndy and Katie rolled their eyes as Lyndy jabbed him in his ribs. "Chill Casanova, you are Ok, but I wouldn't use smooth to describe it." They all laughed as they continued to watch the kids who were now separated with girls on the shoulders of the boys trying to knock each other off. The group was having a blast and after a while they were hungry. The four chaperones set out all of the food and the kids wrapped up in towels and sat around enjoying the food and the company. Annie and Addie really liked their friend group but had also begun having some deeper feelings for their two young men. Lyndy whispered to Katie, "Look at those two, their eyes are saying that it maybe is getting a little more serious than puppy love. Don't tell Wyatt I look at him like that a lot." Katie smiled, "I do the same to Clay but you know who we all get it from? You mom and dad are the most romantic couple I have ever seen. They are like the gold standard for cuteness." Lyndy blushed, "Hush you, but I kind of like it. I love them both so much, especially since they decided to be Wyatt's guardians. I can't tell you how much that meant to him, to both of us." The two girls leaned into each other and smiled as the group was laughing and enjoying their time together. After lunch was finished they went back to the water but were told they had a time limit. They needed to be back to the ranch by 3:00pm.
The little kids were having a blast as well. The jumping pit was by far the most fun but the face painter and balloon guy were busy too. Maddie and her friends were really having a fun time engaging with the little kids helping them in the jumping pit and encouraging them to get their face painted. Maddie grabbed Hannah and headed to GG. "GG, Hanah wants you to get a horse painted on your face, please GG?" The other adults laughed and Tim, bellowed, "Come on Jack man up for your great, great granddaughter." The others looked on as Georgie spoke up. "Hey Hannah, maybe GG Tim should get one too!" Tim shook his head no until Hannah jumped in his lap with sad eyes. When it was all done, all the men had horses painted on their cheeks and the women had princesses. Tim looked at Maddie and whispered, "Honey that was really cool of you, thanks." Amy and Lou looked on in amazement. Lou whispered, "I never thought I would see the day he would say something like that. Casey has really been good for him." The two sisters smiled and leaned into each other relishing the moment. The older group was getting ready to head back. After the SUV was packed, Wyatt and Clay started back but not after each of them kissed their partners. A barrage of oohs and awes were heard as they all blushed slightly. Wyatt retorted back to the group, "Jealous much!" Everyone laughed and since they some time they mounted up for the slow walk back to the ranch. Lyndy and Katie followed the group as Annie and Addie lead them with Jeremy and Desi beside them. Katie laughed and whispered to Lyndy, "Well it seems those four are a thing, should we tell Amy and Ty?" Lyndy smiled, "No will just let that happen, but they are pretty cute. And look how they have separated. Seem Bella and Abby are pretty friendly, seems they really like each other." Katie chuckled and whispered back. "I have a girl friend who looks like that at her girlfriend. They are perfect for each other but I won't lie it was a challenge. I know Bella's mom pretty well. I think I may ask her about them and see if she is Ok that I have them meet. If they are a couple, I think it will help." Later in the ride Lyndy got Annie and Addie to herself and had to ask, "So Bella and Abby?" Annie rolled her eyes, "Duh, they are kind of a couple and it is so amazing for both of them. Abby told me a while back and both of their parents are aware." Addie added, "It's cool, our group is fully supportive and think they are meant for each other." Lyndy smiled amazed at how mature her little sisters had become.
As the older group returned from the river, they broke out in laughter and applause as they saw all the adults with their faces painted. Noah and Hannah ran over to them proclaiming their victory. Hanna boasted, Look at Great GG, GG and Daddy, they look funny." All of the preteen group inspected the painted faces and asked if they could get one too. By the end just about everyone there had something painted on their cheeks and a balloon hat. Pictures were taken and would definitely be enjoyed for years to come. Amy and Ty approached Annie and Addie and asked how their ride was. Annie and Addie hugged their parents tightly and Annie spoke, "Mom it was perfect, we had so much fun. The food was awesome and we behaved. Mom and dad, I really like Jeremy, we had such a good time together." Addie added, "Same for me, Desi is dreamy and he kissed me kind of." Ty raised his eyebrow looking at Annie and she smiled and confirmed her kiss as well. He smiled, "Well we really like them both and we are glad you had a good time and are happy. But do I need to have a talk with both of them?" Along with Amy all three of the girls eyes grew large as Amy responded for them all, "Absolutely not!" He looked hurt as the three of them hugged him in support and Amy added a kiss and whisper, "It's Ok Ty we all still love you." As the kids all settled to get ready for presents. Katie and Lyndy approached Amy and Ty while they were sitting with Lou and Scott. Katie spoke up, "Amy, did the girls talk to you about the picnic and swimming, specifically their two beaus?" Lyndy added, "Mom and dad it was so cute watching them. A couple of times they kissed quickly until they thought we were looking. Ahhhh, young love is so sweet." Lou looked at her with a questioning gaze, "And what are you an old married couple? I mean we all can't be like your mom and dad but honey you and Wyatt are young too." She blushed, "I guess you are right, I just remember when Wyatt and I started to have feelings for each other, it was a little scary. And what is wrong with my mom and dad, they rock!" Everyone laughed when Scott interrupted, "So Ty when are you having the talk with the two boys to find out their intentions." Before he could continue, Amy, Lou, Katie and Lyndy glared at him. Ty spoke up, "Don't go there Scott, I already was told to stay clear. Where is the fun in being a father?" They bumped fist as the girls rolled their eyes. Katie laughed, "Wow your cool levels have dropped to an all-time low." Again they all laughed and watched the kids getting ready for presents.
Opening presents was a blast for the birthday girls. As requested by Annie and Addie most of the focus was on the Weber twins. They had already received gifts from their mom and dad as well as their siblings a few days earlier so they only had gifts from friends and the Grands and some others. So for every two Noah and Hannah got to open they opened one. Hannah and Noah were overjoyed with their gifts and took the time to personally thank the givers with hugs and kisses. Georgie and Steven watched them having so much fun holding Nate who watched wide eyed. Steven whispered to him, "Don't worry bud you will have a fun party too." He babbled slapping his dad's face. Annie and Addie also thanked all the people that gave them gifts. They got a lot of cloths and such from the Grands and friends. Noah and Hannah had a good mix of clothes but also a lot of toys. Jack, Lisa, Tim, Casey, Max and Lilly watched on with teary eyes as they saw the joy in the kid's faces. Lilly spoke up, "Look at the two little ones. I love how they take their time to open the gift and they thank the givers. It is so sweet. I bet they get that from their Great, Great Grandpa." Jack smiled and answered, "Well I hope so but I think they have amazing parents as well. But I will take some credit." They all laughed and continued to watch the festivities. When the gifts were done, Amy, Ty, Steven and Georgie brought out four individual cakes for the four birthday girls. Casey happily took Nate as Lisa, Lou and Lilly got the plates and Ice Cream. Jack led a resounding Happy Birthday song and when the time came all four names were mentioned. Cake and Ice Cream were given out. The adults had gathered when Jack called Amy and Georgie over. He smiled and whispered to them, "Girls this is what family is about. I love each of you very much and those kids of yours are amazing." Tears came to both of their eyes as they told him they loved him and enveloped him in a hug that lasted a little longer than usual. It was apparent to any onlooker that he was very important to both of them.
It was a very light dinner back at the Borden's that evening. Everyone was tired and it was an early trip to bed. Amy and Ty made their rounds, spending a little more time with the birthday girls. Amy smiled and asked, "Did you two have fun today?" They both smiled as Annie yawned and Addie spoke up, "Mom and dad it was perfect, we had so much fun and so did our friends. Mom I saw you and Georgie talking to GG, is everything Ok?" She smiled and gathered her thoughts. "Well girls GG has always been about family and today was a good day for him." She hesitated, "I think GG realizes days like this will not be here for him forever. He is fine but he just wants to relish in days like today. He just wanted to tell us that." Annie looked into her mom's eyes, "Are you Ok mom? I know what he means to you." She smiled and held both of their hands as Ty placed his hand on her back. "I am Ok, I just to want to make sure that he enjoys days like this as long as he can. I really love how all of you are with him and I know he does too." She silently hugged them for a while longer. As Ty ad Amy got ready for bed he kept a little closer eye on her. As she combed her hair and applied her lotion he could tell by her movement she was distracted. He moved over to her and took the brush from her hand gently moving it through her hair as her shoulders finally relaxed. He knew the routine and took his time to do it right. She washed her face and he grabbed the lotion and her hand taking her to their bed. He helped her out of her nightgown, place a few towels on the bed and sensually applied the lotion on her body. She was quiet but he could tell she was happy he was doing it. He moved up and down her legs, arms and hands. He moved to her back and shoulders and rolled her over applying lotion to her stomach, chest and shoulders. Ty had no purpose except to relive the tension and sadness that his love was feeling. Her eyes were closed and as he finished she smiled and looked into his emerald globes. She pulled him down into a passionate kiss. He chuckled, "You are all slippery." She spoke in a low voice, "And that is a bad thing?" Their night as filled with sensual and caring love making. Amy smiled as they laid next to each other and whispered breathlessly, "Ty that was amazing, you are amazing. Thanks for being here for me. When I think of Grandpa lately I get happy and sad. I am sad thinking of him not being here for all of us." She rolled over to face her lover, "But I know we have each other for the rest of our lives, forever." She laid her head on his chest, listening to his steady heartbeat. Sleep came to them quickly.
The next week could not go fast enough for Maddie as he birthday party day had arrived. Like her sisters the family celebrated her actual birthday on the day of with just the immediate family. As planned, the party goers were having a lunch at the local pizza restaurant with her mom, dad, siblings and some of the other mothers for support. Wyatt, Lyndy, Annie and Addie volunteered and would be going to the movie with the group of 20 friends as the adults went back to the Miracle ranch to get ready for the guest to arrive and set up for presents, cake and ice cream. Amy had invited the usual group but also asked several of the teachers from her team. They had really been great supporting her and were honored to be a part of her 10th birthday. Amy and Ty also had a big surprise for her that would blow her away, along with the rest of the party goers. The lunch was a chaotic celebration as the kids were excited, playing all the games and collecting tickets. The pizza was devoured as Gwen's mom joked, "Man these kids can eat." The adults all laughed as they watched the kids interact with Maddie as the ring master. As the time for the movie arrived, Clay and Katie arrived to help Lyndy and Wyatt walk them to the theater. Clay and Katie drove separate vehicles leaving them at the theater and Ty would come after to help pick up the group. Ty took care of the bill and thanked the manager ensuring that he gave a generous tip. The manager smiled thanking him and said, "Dr. Borden, that is a great bunch of kids, very well behaved and your daughter, she is a hoot. The staff really had a good time with them." He shook his hand and with the adults headed home. The group led by the four chaperones made th 5 block walk to the theater. Amy prebought the tickets and was able to reserve a section just for them. Clay and Katie treated them to drinks and snacks as they settled in for the movie. It was a new release and all the kids were excited. As the movie played the four older chaperones huddle with their partners. Lyndy, snuggled into Wyatts shoulder and whispered, "I love you Wyatt." He smiled kissing her cheek as Maddie looked back with a stern eye, "Guys really, watch the movie." Clay and Katie laughed as he kissed her letting Maddie see it. Maddie rolled her eyes and put her focus back on the movie.
As the movie came to an end a quiet group gathered. The movie was of course about a family and horses and the end was kind of emotional. Sylvia leaned into Maddie, "I am so happy that the horse and little girl were Ok in the end." Gwen added, "I don't know what I would do if Silver got hurt." Another friend spoke up, "No problem for us we know the Miracle girl and her husband the vet. We are covered." The group laughed and Maddie looked over to Lyndy smiling proudly. As they headed out to the cars they saw Ty and GG waiting for them. They had decided four cars would work better so he tagged along. Maddie ran top her GG and gave him a big hug jumping into his arms. GG, you are hear, can, Gwen, Sylvia, Trudy and I drive with you?" He laughed, "Absolutely cutie pie, hop in." Ty held Lyndy and Katie as they tearfully watched the interaction between Maddie and Jack. As they loaded up the kids thanked the four chaperones and Ty for the fun movie trip. Jack had a blast during the ride with the four of them to the ranch and the other vehicles had a lot of laughing and giggling. As they pulled up to the ranch Maddie noticed a big banner and a whole lot of people waiting for her. Maddie jumped out of Jack's truck and ran to her mom for a big hug and kiss. Amy smiled, "How was the movie kiddo?" She laughed and told her and the others all about it. Once everyone settled they still had the tent set up for the group of a little over 50. As presents were handed out Maddie with help from JT and Gwen opened them thanking all the givers. As gifts were being given out Amy got a text and motioned to Ty as he slipped out. Maddie loved her gifts as she received some cool clothes and stuff for her horse. The teacher group gave her coupons for the Calgary museum that they knew she loved. Several of the friends gave her books that they knew she wanted to read. Maddie was amazed at how perfectly all of the gifts were. As she neared the end GG called her over and gave her his personal gift. It was a picture frame with three pictures in it. The first had her grandma Marion sitting on Kindling, the second her mom on Spartan and the third her on Mystic. The group sat silently as she looked it over. Her tear-filled eyes looked into his as she whispered thank you to him. He smiled pulling her into a hug as the onlookers silently looked on, not a dry eye in the place. What happened next took the entire group by surprise.
The first one to notice the two suited men just inside the tent entrance was JT. He pulled on his mom's dress and asked her, "Who are those two guys mommy?" She smiled and told him to get his sister Maddie." As she walked over she looked in amazement as her dad walked in with Mr. and Mrs. Trudeau. By this time, the entire crowd saw them as they walked into hugs from Amy, Ty and the kids. Justin crouched down as Maddie jumped into his arms. He whispered to her, "Did you think I would miss my BFF's 10th birthday? Happy birthday Maddie!" For one of the few times in her life Maddie was speechless. After she settled she went to hug Maryanne who was in Amy's clutches. Maddie was finally able to speak, "I can't believe you are hear and I never knew." Justin smiled, "Well we heard about your birthday and Mrs. Trudeau and I are on our way to San Francisco for a conference and figured we would swing by to celebrate with you. We can't stay long but we wanted to surprise you." Maryanne smiled and brought a laptop over to her, "Honey there are some folks who want to tell you happy birthday." Maddie was happy to see the Trudeau kids and their grandparents holding signs and screaming happy birthday. Their grandpa pulled out his guitar and the whole family sang happy birthday to her. Maddie's smile was wide as she held on to the Prime Minister. The crowd laughed and cheered as Maddie thanked the kids and said goodbye, promising to call them later. Justin and Maryanne spend a little over an hour celebrating with Maddie, the Bordens and the guest. They were very cordial chatting with everyone as the guest were overwhelmed that they were there. Some did not know of their relationship but were quickly shown how close it was. Maddie, Ty and Amy walked them out to their caravan when they had to go. Hugs and kisses followed and a private conversation between the birthday girl and the Prime Minister. The party settled down as the guest left still buzzing about the surprise visitors. Amy got wind that there would definitely be a mention of it on the local news tomorrow as some press had followed them there. The family with some help from others cleaned up and the Borden's headed inside. It was a light dinner and early trip to bed as everyone was exhausted. Maddie, Annie and Addie hugged everyone extra hard thanking them for their birthday celebrations. As Amy and Ty laid in bed they held each other. Amy smiled into his chest, "Ty our kids are amazing and the last two weeks have been perfect." Before he could respond her heard the slowed breathing of his now sleeping wife. He was the happiest man on earth.