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Disclaimer and Acknowledgments

This  is an adult story that primarily features stories involving women. If it is illegal in the state, province, or country in which you live; or if you are under the age of 18, please leave the site and find something else to read.

There are consensual sexual relations between adult women, which may be graphically explicit.

There are elements of strong language, violence, physical and/or mental, as well as some emotional hurt and discomfort in the story.

The events portrayed in this story are fictional and any resemblance to actual events and/or people is purely coincidental.

The poem, To The One Away, is by Sara Teasdale and is acknowledged in this story.

Acknowledgment:

Thank you for all your help Alice and Packie.

Dedication:

This story is for two special ladies, Vi and Carmen.

Author's Note:

This story was written in three parts. The first part is from Kiley's viewpoint. The second part is from LJ's viewpoint about the same events. The last part is from both their viewpoints. The reading of the first story Possibilities may help in the understanding of the characters in this story.

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Part Three

Home and Happiness

The drive home was quiet as LJ watched her love maneuver the car towards their home. The pregnant woman absolutely glowed with happiness, yet there was something else there…an inner peace and strength of purpose. Kiley met the challenge and won. A sense of sadness came over LJ for she realized that she had met the challenge and lost miserably. It was then that she vowed to do everything to make it up to Kiley for her betrayal.

“You are so very beautiful. I missed you more than I ever could imagine possible. When we get home I have a surprise for you.” LJ said quietly.

“Oh, Lucy, you are so full of it! I look like a beached whale, there is nothing beautiful about that.” Kiley laughed.

“Well, you are my beached whale and I think you’re beautiful.”

Kiley turned to look at LJ then laughed. “So you think I resemble a whale do you? I hate to tell you this, sweetheart, this whale will get bigger.” She winked as she once again watched the road. A smile crossed her face, “I love you, Lucy, welcome home.”

As they drove up the old dirt road towards the house, LJ’s heart skipped a beat as she looked over at Kiley. This place, Rhodes End, was where they would reside with their children, but she know knew that her home was Kiley. Perhaps someday, she would forgive herself for her indiscretion, but now she needed to make sure Kiley knew she was loved and wanted.

“Is Allie here?”

As she parked the car, Kiley looked into the blue eyes. “No, she’s with Mom and Dad. I thought we might have some alone time, if you don’t mind.”

A sly smile crossed her face as she licked her lips. “Hmm, do I mind?”

Laughing, Kiley smacked LJ on the arm. “Lucccyyyy!”

“Come on, Love, I need a shower and you are a wonderful back scrubber, if I remember correctly.” She then leaned over and kissed her lover.

“Sounds good to me, but first you need to get the can opener and pry me out of this car.” She said laughingly as she patted her abdomen.

Walking up to the small house LJ looked back at the ongoing construction. “The house is coming along nicely. When do they think it will be completed?”

“They’re on the inside now, it will be about another month, I think.”

“Good just in time for us to fix up a nursery.” LJ beamed as she gently caressed the bulging abdomen.

Opening the door, Kiley motioned LJ to enter. “Oh no, Love, you first, can’t have the mother of our children bringing up the tail, can I?”

Kiley closed the door and bolted the lock; no way was anyone coming into the house and disturbing them. Then she turned to the object of her desires and held her as close as she could. “I have been dreaming of this moment since before you left. Please never leave me again, my love, I don’t like the feeling of being apart from you at all.” Reaching up she kissed a cheek, and then taking LJ’s hand they went into the bathroom. “I do believe you said something about needing your back washed.” She purred as a lustful look crossed her face.

Slowly LJ removed her lover’s clothes kissing every part as it was exposed. Gently she caressed Kiley’s cheek capturing the green eyes with blue. “You are so beautiful. Never in my life did I ever see such a vision of loveliness. You make me humble and so very grateful that we found our way to each other. Let me love you.”

Soon two naked bodies stood in a stream of spraying water as their bodies clung to each other and their lips kissed passionately. Slowly LJ moved back then, with soap in hand, began to lather Kiley’s body, paying particular attention to the luscious full breasts.

Never before had Kiley felt so loved and adored. Any doubts she had about her appeal or body were wiped away while lover washed her body. Smiling she began to run the soap over LJ’s body. The slick smooth feel of the soap against the skin brought feelings of pure lust and passion to her mind and body. Rubbing her soapy body up against the equally silky one had them both gasping for breath. The warm water ran down over their bodies as they discovered each other again.

Nimble fingers slid easily along taut muscles as Kiley rubbed an inner thigh while she worked her way towards her lover’s center. Slowly she entered not wanting the moment or LJ’s pleasure to end. Closing her eyes, she smiled as she felt long tapered fingers cautiously enter her.

“I won’t hurt the babies, will I?” LJ whispered.

“No.” Came the strangled reply. “Please don’t stop.”

Then, the two lovers began to probe and penetrate each other as they moved as one. The warmth of the water, the silky smooth soapy bodies adding to the intensity they felt as nimble fingers worked their magic. As they clung to each other, a shattering climax flowed through and around them. There was no distinction between where one began and the other ended; they were one.

LJ patted the water off the woman she adored then carried her into the bedroom. She laid her carefully on the bed before she slid in beside her. “I love you, Kiley, and only you. My time in the jungle made me realize that you are the only one I want. I was so lonely without you that I’ve vowed never to be without you again.”

Kiley held her love’s face in her hands as she kissed the red lips. “You were never without me, love, I was always there with you, didn’t you feel me?”

“Yes, I could feel you there; I would talk to you. I’m so sorry.” She said as tears began to flow.

“Sorry, why on earth are you sorry, Lucy?” She said as her thumb wiped away the tears.

LJ closed her eyes as she gathered her courage then, realized a confession would only hurt this wonderful sweet woman. “I’m sorry I left you here alone with the pregnancy and the house.” She said as she pulled Kiley in close. “I promise you it will never happen again.” Then she gently kissed the swollen belly. “Hello, little ones. I’m your other mom. I have been away, but I am here now and promise you I will always be here for you. I love your mommy very much and together we will give you a happy, loving life.” Looking up at the woman of her dreams she smiled. “I love you so much.”

Kiley couldn’t help the tears of happiness that flowed. “Why don’t you come up here and show me how much.”

“Be right back.” LJ said as she got out of bed and walked out of the room.

Kiley watched the naked body as it left and a new sense of arousal filled her body. How she loved and adored LJ. Then she saw the beautiful, passionate woman return and once again, she could feel a tightness envelop her center.

Smiling, LJ crawled back beside her lover. “I had this made for you.” She said as she held Kiley’s hand and slipped a ring on her finger.

Looking down at her hand, Kiley saw a ring exactly as the one she had given LJ. A tender look of absolute love crossed her face. “Eternity.” She said, before pulling the woman towards her for a passionate kiss.  Lips began to explore the supple body paying homage to the love she felt. The talented tongue investigated all the spots she knew would pleasure her lover. She could feel LJ respond to her as she began tasting the copious amounts of nectar. Slowly her tongue slid over the wanting clit before she began sucking it into her mouth. Her fingers gently slid inside as she orally pleasured LJ.

“Oh my God!” LJ screamed before she moved around and began to minister to her lover in the same way.

Kiley slowed down as she drifted into the feel of LJ licking her clit. It wasn’t long before they were both moving as one as the tempo of their lovemaking increased. Fingers pumped furiously while lips and tongues smacked until both were shaking, holding off their orgasms until they could no longer wait. Then, a simultaneous explosion rocked each body as they came over and over again until they were both satiated.

Kiley, who lay wrapped in LJ’s arm, slept peacefully. While watching the amazing woman sleep, an errant tear coursed down her cheek. What she had done with Max could never compare to what she had just felt with Kiley. Why was I so weak? Two days, I just needed to hold out two more days. She sighed as she asked herself again…why? There wasn’t an answer and probably never would be. She would learn from the lesson, and make sure that Kiley would never feel anything but love and devotion. Our lives together will bring us complete fulfillment. She vowed, as she too drifted off to sleep.

~ ~ ~

Carl and Dorothy Wilcox accepted LJ’s offer to live in the house on another one of her properties. They were overwhelmed when LJ showed up there, two days before she left for Peru, and presented them with the deed for the house and two hundred acres.

The mile drive down the dirt road was bumpy, but the two women could care less as they beamed, being together once again. Pulling up in front of the house, they were immediately greeted with the shrill scream of happiness from their daughter as she ran for the old truck.

“Mom, you’re home!” She squealed as she tried to open the door.

LJ couldn’t help but laugh as her heart soared with the sight of their daughter. “Squirt.” She said as she opened the door and Allie jumped up into her arms.

Allie’s arms immediately went around LJ’s neck burying her face in the broad shoulder. Strong arms surrounded the little girl as they each hugged each other as if it would never stop. Kiley sat next to them as tears of happiness rolling down her cheeks. The family was complete once again.

“I missed you so much, Mom, please don’t leave us again. Mommy cried all the time cause she wanted you to be home.” Allie whispered.

LJ looked over at her partner and saw the tears. A hand went up to the tearstained cheek and wiped them away. “I love you.”

Allie pulled back and then moved in giving LJ a big wet kiss on the cheek. “Come on, Mom, see what Gram and Gramps bought me.”

Looking over at Kiley, LJ laughed. “Should I be afraid?”

“This is news to me too. I will hold your hand so you won’t be afraid.” She replied as she opened the door and slid out of the truck.

“Kiley, will you please wait until I get around to help you?” LJ pleaded.

“I’m sorry, give me some time to get used to you being back, okay.”

By that time, LJ and Allie had gone around the truck and each took a hand, walking the pregnant woman towards her waiting parents.

Driving back home, Allie was curled up in the middle as she used her mother’s belly for a pillow. The day was full of watching the young girl chase the puppy her grandparents had given her. Fortunately, for her mothers, the dog would stay with the grandparents until after the house was completed and the babies were born.

Once LJ helped Kiley out of the truck, she gently picked up their daughter and carried her into the house. Standing the wobbly child up, she changed her into her pj’s on before picking her up and placing her in bed. Bending down she kissed Allie’s cheek. “Goodnight, squirt, I love you.” She whispered before she left the room closing the door partially.

As Kiley watched LJ put Allie in bed, she was struck by the subtle changes in her lover. There seemed to be a deeper commitment and devotion in her every gesture towards her family. Even when they made love, LJ’s emotions were more intense, more eager to please. It was so good to have her back where she belonged…back where all their lives were fulfilled.

~ ~ ~

Lifelines

The following week was Kiley’s OB appointment and she didn’t need to ask a second time if LJ wanted to accompany her.

LJ looked around the examining room remembering the last time she and Kiley had been there. That was when she had inseminated her partner and the miracle of life began for their children.

“Good afternoon, Ladies.” Ellen Britton said as she entered the exam room. “LJ, it’s good to see you again.” She said as she smiled and extended her hand.

LJ shook the hand and nodded her head.

“How are you feeling, Kiley?”

“I’m doing okay, especially now that LJ is home.” Her eyes rested on the love of her life. “I am getting as big as a house.” Her laugh was contagious as the two others joined in.

Ellen began her examination, listening to the babies’ heartbeats and measuring the swollen abdomen. “You’re doing great and the babies sound good and seem to be developing nicely.” Picking up the chart, she continued. “You are at the six month point, Kiley, I would like to see you carry them at least another ten weeks…we want to get them as big as possible.”

LJ looked surprised. “Ten weeks! That’s too soon, I thought pregnancies lasted forty weeks.”

“Hey, LJ, it’s okay, twins tend to come early.” Kiley smiled at her partner.

Ellen smiled then looked at LJ. “That’s right. We will keep an eye on her and if she starts showing signs of going into labor too early we will put her on bed rest.” Turning back to Kiley she asked. “Kiley, breast or bottle?”

A beaming Kiley didn’t hesitate. “Breast, most definitely breast.”

“Good, I think that will be best for the babies. LJ, have you considered breast feeding too?”

LJ’s brow furrowed as she skeptically looked at the doctor. ”I’m missing one important thing, Dr. Britton, I’m not pregnant!” She exclaimed as she was sure the woman was nuts.

“Actually there are many adoptive mothers that nurse. The glands are there they just need to be woken up. If it is something you would like to try you could get started waking those glands up now.”

It took LJ a moment to digest what the doctor said. “You’re serious, aren’t you?”

“Oh, yes, very serious. It would be a wonderful way to bond with the babies and make them your own.” She said smiling. “I will give you the information and it will be up to you. There really isn’t much too it.” Then she made some notations in Kiley’s folder. “Okay, Kiley, I will see you in two weeks.” She said before leaving.

~ ~ ~

Kiley poured over the information as LJ drove. “Look here, it says all you need is a breast pump! You can do this, Lucy!”

“We’ll see I’m not sure I would be the type.”

“Oh, I can tell you would be the type.” Kiley said with a sly smile. “Seems to me that is one of your favorites…or were you just faking it?” A laugh ensued. “No, you weren’t faking, I heard moans, definitely moans.”

LJ chuckled. “I love your mouth on my breast…a baby would be a bit different.”

“Aw, won’t you do it for me? Please.” Green eyes batted as she pleaded.

“You’re too much, you know I will do anything for you.”

“Hey, turn down Lamar!”

LJ glanced over at her love. “Lamar…that’s out of the way.”

“Oh, I know that, silly. Threadgills has the best okra and tomatoes around, and I’m starving.”

“We just ate an hour ago and we’re supposed to have dinner with Mom and Dad tonight.” LJ said as she shook her head laughing.

“Please, you don’t want our kids to starve do you? Oh, they have great ribs and mashed potatoes with gravy. LJ, I’m starving! Turn here, please.”

Flicking on the blinker, LJ turned onto Lamar heading for Threadgills as she thought…I’m going to be the whale when this is all over.

Walking down the long, narrow, wooden hallway, decorated with pictures of famous people, Kiley’s stomach began to rumble as the twins began jabbing her in the ribs. “These kids know they’re getting fed…here feel.” She said grabbing LJ’s hand and pressing it against her belly.

“Guess they are just like their mother, food is a spiritual experience.” She said laughing.

“Did you know the Warrior Princess’ sidekick used to wait tables here?” Kiley asked as they sat down at their table.

“Who?”

“Who, you need to get out more, Lucy. Xena the Warrior Princess!” Noticing the puzzled look, she added, “on television. You have no idea what I’m talking about, do you? We just walked by a life-sized poster of her, didn’t you see it?”

Laughing, LJ shook her head. “No. Why don’t you enlighten me?”

Kiley began explaining all about how Xena and Gabrielle would fight the bad people for the greater good. However, once the food came she became very quiet as she attacked it with gusto.

Kiley was attacking her fourth rib when LJ spoke.

“Kiley, I need to talk to you about something.”

“Okay, shoot.” Kiley managed to say while sucking on a rib bone.

LJ handed her a napkin. “Here, wipe your face, I can’t have a serious conversation while your face is covered in barbecue sauce.”

Taking the offered napkin, she wiped her face. “Sounds serious, what’s the problem.”

“I need to tell you about something that happened in Peru.” LJ said softly.

Suddenly Kiley wasn’t hungry anymore as her stomach began to revolt. She was filled with apprehension not sure she wanted to know what LJ was about to say. “Okay.”

Taking a deep breath LJ began. “Once we got there I noticed how enthusiastic everyone was to be there. In the past I would have felt the same way, but I didn’t this time at all.” Picking up her beer, she took a quick gulp. “I’ve always been so passionate about my work that I thought it brought me happiness. It wasn’t until I met you that I knew I was way off base…passion and happiness is you.”

Kiley smiled and reached across the table to take her lover’s hand. “I know exactly how you feel, Lucy, for passion and happiness for me is you.”

“I called Rob before I left Peru and resigned my position. Dr. Dylan has taken over the site as her own. I want to be with you and our family…I sat there in that damn jungle and missed you so much…you are my home…you are where I want to be.” She squeezed Kiley’s hand. “I love you.”

Kiley beamed. “I love you, Lucy. Wherever you go I will go…never again will I let you go off alone. I think the last two months proved to both of us that we belong together.” She smiled broadly then winked. “Do you think I can get some more of those rolls? They’re yummy.”

~ ~ ~

At thirty weeks, Kiley began spotting and along with having Braxton Hicks contractions was confined to bed rest. It was up to LJ to oversee the final touches on the house as well as becoming Allie and Kiley’s main caretaker.

Surprisingly to LJ, she really enjoyed taking care of her girls. She moved chairs and a table into their bedroom so they could keep Kiley from getting lonely. Of course, there were times when the pregnant woman tried everyone’s last nerve…

“LJ!” Kiley called out irritated by the lack of attention.

Drying her hands off, LJ hurried into the bedroom. “What’s the matter?”

“These pillows are hard as rocks, I thought I asked you to go to the store and get me softer ones!” She growled. “Don’t go rolling your eyes at me! If I could get out of this bed and do it myself I would!”

“Kiley, those are the new pillows. You said they were wonderful when I brought them to you an hour ago.” LJ tried to remain calm for she had already had too many up close and personal contacts with hormonal Kiley.

“Oh, love, that was so wonderful of you to get them for me. Have I told you how much I love you today?”

She tried, she really did, but LJ just couldn’t help the deep sigh and the rolling eyes. The quick smile to cover up her indiscretions didn’t work.

Kiley began to wail. “You don’t love me anymore do you? I’m nothing more than a big tubby that you can’t stand to be around. That’s why you leave me in here all by myself all day.” Copious amounts of tears were cascading down her cheeks.

LJ rushed over to her partner’s side and tried to comfort her. She knew better, she really did, but the tears got to her.

”Get your hands off of me. All you ever do is think of sex! Well I have news for you, Lucy, you’re cut off forever!”

Now, LJ was in a real dilemma…get up and move away or stay. If she moved, Kiley would begin to cry that she didn’t love her. If she stayed, Kiley would begin to come on to her only to change her mind after she set LJ on fire. Clearing her throat, she spoke quietly. “Would you like some lunch?”

Green eyes pinned her, “What are you doing trying to fatten me up even more so these kids will each weigh twenty pounds and stay in there forever?” She clenched her jaw. “This isn’t fun you know!”

LJ almost jumped for joy at that moment…the phone rang. Grabbing the receiver, she answered. “Hello.” At last, a friendly voice. “Hi, Mom. Oh no, you aren’t interrupting, let me give the phone to her.” Handing Kiley the phone, LJ made for the door and retreated to the safety of the kitchen and the dishes.

~ ~ ~

The old truck created a dust storm as it drove up the dirt road to the house. The visit to the Safeway was a welcome respite for LJ, especially since Allie accompanied her.

As the truck came to a stop in front of the house, Allie asked. “Can I take them into Mommy now?”

“Sure can, Squirt, bet she smiles when she sees you.” The words were barely out before Allie had the door opened and she was dashing for the house. LJ smiled at her daughter for she was such a delight.

Arms loaded with grocery bags, LJ struggled with the door until Dorothy appeared and opened it for her. “Let me help you.”

“Thanks, Mom, how is she doing?” LJ asked timidly, worried that Dorothy had to undergo the hormonal Kiley experience.

Placing the bag on a counter, Dorothy answered. “Not too bad. She is beginning to nest so it shouldn’t be long now. I bet when you go for your next appointment the doctor will say it is time.”

“Ah, yes, nesting.” LJ laughed. “We went through that yesterday…she had me cleaning; which I might add, wasn’t close to good enough.”

“It won’t be long now, sweetie. I better say goodbye to her and get home, looks like rain.” Dorothy gently ran her hand up and down LJ’s back. “I’m glad she has you.”

LJ smiled as she watched the woman go into the bedroom…with caution it seemed.

“Mom, come and see how the flowers look.” Allie said in the typical child’s loud voice.

“Did she like them?” LJ asked as she took the girl’s hand and walked into the room.

“I loved them.” Kiley beamed as she spoke. “They are beautiful, thank you.” A hand went out asking for contact.

Going over to the bed, LJ sat down and kissed her partner. “How are you doing, my love?”

Kiley hugged LJ then pulled Allie closer to her. “I am feeling so good today. You two have been so good to me even when I haven’t been particularly pleasant.”

“Mommy, you are so funny when you are ordering Mom around.” The child spoke innocently. “I think you confuse her.”

Red began to creep up Kiley’s face. “I don’t do that…do I?”

LJ was in a jam here as she tried to calculate what response would have the least fallout. Taking a deep breath, she answered. “Just once in a while, love. It must be so difficult to be stuck in bed all day except for bathroom breaks. Mom said it wouldn’t be long now.” She stiffened as she waited for a reply.

“I’m sorry, I just can’t help myself sometimes. Thanks for standing by me no matter what.”

“Mommy, you are our mommy where else would we go?” Allie didn’t understand why her mother would think otherwise.

“That’s right, we are here because we love you.” LJ said as she kissed the red cheek. Then she whispered, “Eternity.”

~ ~ ~

Storms and Arrivals

Sitting on the couch, LJ was reading about breast-feeding, while the wind and rain blew against the house. Allie came running into the room and jumped in her lap. “I’m scared.” She whimpered.

LJ pulled the child in close. “Why?” She asked.

“There is something hitting my window and I keep hearing coyotes howling. Will you sleep with me?”

She kissed the young girl’s head. “Why don’t we go see what is happening in your room.” Standing up she carried her daughter into the bedroom.

“Squirt, it is just the rain hitting your window and the wind blowing, that’s all. You’re safe in here.” She said laying the child back down in her bed and covering her up. “Now, go back to sleep, I won’t let anything happen to you.”

“Promise?” The small voice said.

“Promise.”

Going into the kitchen, LJ took a beer out of the refrigerator before going back to her reading, eventually falling asleep. Sometime later, she woke up with a startle as the lightening of a fierce storm lit up the room as well as hearing the rain pelting the house. Turning on the television, she found it was not working, so she tried the radio. A tornado watch was in effect so she went and opened some windows slightly, just in case.

“Lucy!” Screamed Kiley.

Hurrying into the bedroom, she saw Kiley with a terrified look. “What’s the matter?”

“My water broke! Help me, it hurts so bad.”

A sudden crack of lightening made both women jump and the electricity flicker. LJ reached for the phone and her face became ashen. “The line is dead.” She thought for a minute. “Okay, we can do this. How long between the contractions?”

“I’m not sure, a few minutes I think.” A trembling Kiley replied.

“A few minutes! Why didn’t you call me earlier?”

“I’m sorry.” She cried. “I thought they would go away like before.” Tears were flowing now.

LJ took her partner into her arms. “Shush, it’ll be okay. Will you be alright for a minute while I get some things together?”

Wide green eyes met blue. “Don’t tell me you’re going to boil water.” Then a small laugh ensued.

“Yep, just what I plan on doing. I’ll be right back…call me if anything else happens.” LJ hurried out of the room all the while hearing the wind whipping around the house from all directions. She quickly put some water on to boil and found scissors, plastic clothespins, string and dropped everything in the pot. Going into the bathroom she gathered an armload of towels and took them in the bedroom. “How are you doing?” She asked as she went to the bed.

“It really hurts.”

“Remember to do the breathing. I’ll be back in a minute.” Then she headed for the kitchen.

She had heard the sound enough to know what it was…hail. Not a good sign, she thought as she ran into Allie’s room. Kissing the child’s cheek she said. “Allie, Allie, sweetie, you need to wake up.”

Allie moved a little before she opened her eyes. “Why, I’m still tired.” She whined.

“I need your help…Mommy is having her babies.”

Green eyes went wide. “Really?” she said before sitting straight up and jumping out of bed.

“Slow down!” LJ commanded. “Come with me and help me carry things.”

Allie frowned, but followed LJ into the kitchen.

Taking a deep breath LJ crouched down and put her hands on Allie’s shoulders. “I need you to be strong for me now. The storm is getting worse and we can’t leave here, so we must take care of Mom ourselves. It won’t be easy. Do you understand me?”

Allie looked at her mom quizzically. “Shouldn’t we be in with her?”

LJ smiled as she thought, keep it simple stupid. “Yes, we should. Here can you carry this for me?”

They both entered the room and found Kiley writhing in pain. Instantly LJ was by her side as was Allie.

“I’m here, baby, let’s work on the breathing.” LJ whispered as she lifted Kiley’s back.

The wind continued to howl; the hail hit the windows…then, nothing…it all stopped leaving an eerie silence to fill the air. Kiley was breathing hard; a strong contraction came again then was followed by another a minute later. LJ was watching, she could see the top of a head begin to emerge.

“I can see the head, you’re doing great!” LJ exclaimed as she began to pray that what she would do next was right.  “Push hard on the next contraction, Kiley.”

Suddenly a crack of lightening seemed to hit right outside the window. Everyone looked at the window. A scream pierced the air as Kiley bore down as the baby’s shoulders emerged. LJ gently held the child, helping it along. With one last push, Kiley expelled it completely.

Taking the scissors, LJ cut the cord having tightly wrapped the string around it. For extra protection, she also used the plastic pin. Wrapping the baby in a towel she gently sucked out the mouth. Soon, a loud cry was heard making every face smile.

“Here you go, Mama, your new baby girl.” LJ announced handing the small child to Kiley. “Allie, will you see if the phone is working yet?” The baby was small and she worried that she would need special attention.

“Can’t I see the baby first?” Allie whined.

“Look quickly, then check the phone!” LJ didn’t want the panic she was feeling to show, but she was having a hard time of it.

Kiley pulled the blanket back to show her daughter her new sister. “Isn’t she beautiful? Oh, Lucy, look at her.” Kiley’s smile was short lived as she was gripped by another contraction.

LJ took the baby, wrapped her in another blanket then gently put her in a cradle. Positioning herself once again, she was surprised to see the next baby’s head out. Another hard contraction started and Kiley bore down once again…the baby, it seemed to LJ, just slid out. Gently, she picked the child up and cut the cord after having tied it off then wrapped the slightly larger child in a blanket. A few tense moments occurred, the baby wasn’t responding to the aspiration. Then a Boom caused by thunder was heard followed by a loud cry.

LJ handed the baby to Kiley. “Say hello to your son.”

“Where’s our girl? I want to hold her too.” Kiley whispered.

Picking up the small infant, LJ carried her to the waiting mother.

“Mom, the phone still isn’t working!” Allie said as she crawled up on the bed next to her mother.

LJ smiled upon the sight of her partner lying there holding their two newborns while their daughter looked on. Her smile was masking her fear caused by the still raging storm. The afterbirth hadn’t been expelled yet and LJ knew that needed to happen. What she didn’t know was how to go about making that happen.

Taking the babies, LJ placed them in the cradle. “Allie, will you come here and sit by them for me?”

Gladly the little girl came over and sat on the floor. “Should I rock them?

LJ smiled. “Yes, Squirt that would be a good idea.”

Gently she picked Kiley up and placed her in a chair; then proceeded to clean her up and change her clothes. Moving over to the bed, she changed the linens, then picked her love up once again and laid her down. “How are you feeling?”

“Mom, they are sucking on their hands…they’re hungry.”

“Lucy, we need to feed them.” Kiley said weakly. “Bring them over here so we can.”

LJ knew it was important for her to remain calm and not let Kiley know her concerns for the babies, her lover and the weather. At least the lightening had slowed and now it was just pouring rain. She first picked up the little girl and handed her to Kiley, then took the boy in her arms.

“You’re are going to have to give me some hints here, babe, I’m not sure what to do.” LJ said as she exposed her breast.

Kiley tried to smile as she said. “Just do what comes naturally.”

Nothing in her life prepared LJ for what she felt when this precious child latched onto her nipple and began to suckle. All else faded into the background as she was filled with unbelievable love for the small bundle in her arms.

The two women, holding their babies as they feed, bonded not only with the babies, but also with each other. The love and feelings of peace were incredible blocking out everything, but their world and their family, new and old.

“Lucy.” Kiley whispered. “I don’t feel good at all.” Then she closed her eyes.

“Allie, do you think you can put the babies back in the cradle?” LJ said as panic filled her mind and heart.

The small girl carefully took the first baby, placed him in the cradle, and then did the same with the second. A bright smile filled her face. “Want me to rock them?”

“Sure...” LJ said distractedly. “No, wait, will you first see if the phone is working yet?” Kiley’s breathing was very shallow and her skin felt clammy to LJ. Something needed to be done and done fast.

“The phone isn’t working.” Allie pronounced.

Getting up off the bed, LJ made a decision to find help. “Allie, l want you to listen to me it is very important.”

Green eyes were intent.

“We need to get your mother and the babies to the hospital. I’m going down to your grandparents and get them to help us. Do you think you can stay here and take care of your mom and the babies until I come back?”

A blonde head nodded yes.

“Okay, Squirt, I am proud of you. I’ll be right back.” LJ said over her shoulder as she ran out of the room then out into the driving ran.

~ ~ ~

An hour later, they were all pacing the floors of the hospital emergency waiting room. Doctor Britton had arrived and was with Kiley while a pediatrician saw to the twins.

LJ flopped down in a chair, exhausted both physically and mentally. She felt the small arms around her neck as lips kissed her cheek.

”I love you, Mom.”

She picked up her daughter and held her close. “I love you too.” Then, all the stress of the night gave way to tears.

“Everything will be okay, Mom, don’t worry.” The small voice said.

“Do you know how proud I am of you? I couldn’t have done it without my little girl there to help me.”

Just then, Dr. Britton approached LJ. “Kiley, is doing fine. She passed the afterbirth and considering all that you two have been through she is remarkably well. You did a great job.” She said patting LJ on the shoulder. “We’ll keep her over night, then see if she can go home tomorrow.”

LJ felt lighter with the news. “Thank you. How are our babies doing?”

“Dr. Riggins will be out shortly to speak with you.” She saw the distressed look. “Hey, don’t worry, they’re just a little small.”

LJ began shaking until the strong arm of Carl engulfed her. “Can I see her?” She asked as she hugged Carl.

“Of course, why don’t you follow me?”

Pulling back the curtain, LJ looked with love at her partner lying on the exam table. She looked frail, but her face was serene. Walking quietly, she stood by Kiley’s side then bent down and kissed her cheek. Loving green eyes opening up and a broad smile, rewarded her.

“Hey there, my love. You did good.” LJ smiled with an errant tear traveling down her cheek.

“WE did good. Have you seen them…are they okay?” A very tired voice asked.

Pulling a stool up beside the table, LJ took her partner’s hand and kissed it. “They’re beautiful. A doctor will be in to tell us all about them.”

“Lucy.” Kiley said with a start. “They need names!”

LJ laughed as she kissed the beautiful woman. “Why not go with what we decided?”

“I was thinking that maybe we can name our daughter, Katie Ann, after your grandmother.” Kiley said softly.

LJ was touched by the thought. “I would like that very much. Thank you.” Once again, she kissed her love. “What do you think about Robert Carl, after dad?”

It was Kiley’s turn to be touched. “He will like that.”

Just then, the pediatrician, Dr. Riggins entered the exam area. “Good morning ladies, how would you like to go see your children?”

Brilliant smiles met the man. “How are they, Doctor?” LJ asked.

“They’re doing just fine. The boy weighs four pounds six ounces and the girl is four pounds. A bit small but they should gain rapidly and be home within a few weeks. I want to move them to Children’s Hospital; they are better equipped for preemies.”

A joint sigh of relief was heard. “Thank you. Can we see them before they go?” Kiley asked anxiously.

“Sure can. Ah, here is the wheelchair. You can have about five minutes with them, I would like to move them as soon as possible.”

LJ positioned herself behind the wheelchair, then bent down and whispered in Kiley’s ear. “Let’s go see our babies, Katie and Robbie.”

Kiley reached back and patted her partner’s hand as she mouthed, “I love you.”

~ ~ ~

One never knows exactly how they will react to any given situation, LJ thought to herself as she once again surveyed the damage of the storm. The harrowing experience of the twin’s birth made her realize how important her life and commitment to Kiley was. The miracle of the twins cemented the bond she had with not only them, but with Allie and Kiley. They were now a true family that faced a traumatic event and survived. No one would ever tear them apart.

Insisting on Kiley taking it easy, LJ enlisted the aid of the Andrew’s and Ben to set up the finished house. Kiley was beside herself wondering what they would do to her house since had it all planned out in her head. Finally, the day came when everything was done.

“My love, how would you like to see your new home?” Loving eyes focused on her as the question was asked.

Uncharacteristically, Kiley was speechless as her face showed her pleasure.

LJ bent down and picked her partner up. “Come with me, let’s go home.”

Her arms wrapped around the strong shoulders as she rested her face against LJ’s. “Home, yes, that is where we belong.”

“You know, once I carry you over the threshold there will be no turning back. You will be mine forever, as I will be yours.”

“Eternity isn’t long enough, Lucy.” She turned and kissed the cheek as the door opened and she was carried inside.

A large banner greeted her...WELCOME TO OUR NEW HOME. Much of LJ’s grandmother’s furniture remained. The fresh paint, wall and floor decorations made all the difference. Across the mantle were pictures of all those important to their families, including newborn pictures of the twins.

Gently LJ put Kiley on the floor and took her hand. “Come with me and see what we have in store for you.”

The kitchen had been updated, but the original charm remained. Carl and Dorothy were cooking a meal for them. “Mom, Dad this is wonderful, I can see your touches in here.” Her stomach began to rumble. “Whatever you’re cooking smells wonderful.”

“This won’t be ready for a while and LJ has much more to show you.” Dorothy said with a smile.

Going to the bedrooms, LJ opened one door. “Hi, Mommy, look at what I did!” Allie exclaimed.

The room was outstanding…it looked like an eight year olds room. Everything was designed in perfect harmony with all furniture and decorations reflecting their daughter.

Turning she said. “Oh, Lucy this is wonderful.”

After looking at the bathroom and guestroom, they went into the nursery. Kiley’s eyes, as well as her mouth, opened wide. There was two of everything…well almost everything. As with all the other rooms, it looked as though a decorator room, but with a special touch that said love.

Her biggest surprise was in their bedroom. It had the ambiance of a comfortable old room. So LJ, she thought to herself. “Aren’t these your grandmother’s?”

“Yep.”

”What did you do to them they look different, but the same?”

“A little of this and that.” LJ smiled as she opened the bathroom door. “What do you think, is that tub big enough for us both?”

Kiley laughed heartily as she wrapped her arms around her partner. “We will have to try that out tonight won’t we?” She said, wiggling her eyebrows.

Later that night they sat on the old swing wrapped together in a blanket. As they swung gently, LJ took Kylie’s hand and kissed it as she had done every time they sat there. “Do you ever wonder what life would be like if we had never found each other?” She asked.

“I used to. However, after the last three weeks, it occurs to me that this is how it should be. If you weren’t in my life…Lucy, I can’t imagine that.” Smiling she reached up and kissed her love’s cheek.

LJ smiled. “I can’t imagine it either. We are so blessed to have each other and our children. Our lives are filled with love and happiness.” She said as she stood up and held out her hand and winked. “Let’s go to bed, beautiful.”

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Continued in Part 4 (Conclusion)

 

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