Chapter Thirty Eight
I can't believe tomorrow is Matt and Kyle's wedding. I am so happy for them. They have gone through so much with their relationship. I just wish that Kyle's parents were more accepting of them. Today is our next baby appointment. I hope we will be able to find out what we're having. I can feel flutters every once and a while, and that is amazing. I wish that Eric could feel them. He smiles every time I tell him I can feel the baby move. Someday, he will though.
"Are you ready to go, my love?"
"Yes, can you help me with my shoes though?"
"Yes, I will be there in a second." he chuckles as he walks in the room and I hand him my shoes. He kneels down to put them on and helps me up as we head out to the doctor's office. After we arrived and signed in we were called to the back. The nurse takes my vitals and some blood. She then heads out and the doctor soon comes in.
"So how are we doing these days?"
"Doing well, actually. Although I am still tired most of the time."
"That can be normal. Shall we take a look at your baby, now?"
"Yes, please." As the doctor sets up the ultrasound, I climb up on the table and get ready. She applies the gel and I wince at the cold. She starts moving the probe around and takes measurements.
"So do you really want me to tell you now or do we have a gender reveal planned?"
"Now please, I can't wait any longer."
"Me, too."
"So, you are having a girl."
"Really?" Eric's eyes go wide as a tear falls down his cheek. He turns to me with a huge grin on his face.
"Oh my gosh, a girl."
"Well, everything looks good here. She is growing normally. Let me go get your test results and I will be back."
She hands me a towel to wipe off and I get down off the table as he leaves. Eric stands up and hugs me tight. He kisses my lips and I taste the salt on his lips from his tears.
"I don't know why, but it feels so real now. I can't wait to meet her." He says as he rubs my belly.
"I can't wait either. She is going to have you wrapped around your little finger." I laugh.
"Yes, she probably will, and she won't be dating until she is thirty."
I laugh at him again as the doctor comes back in. She has my results back and we all sit down.
"Your anemia has gotten a little better but is still not where we want. We will still be monitoring everytime you come to see me. We will also take every precaution at delivery time. Don't worry Amanda, we have got you."
I won't say I am not scared because I am. I love this baby already with all my heart. If it means to choose between my life and her's, it will always be her's. We leave and head to the font to schedule our next appointment and get our pictures.
"Since we have time, can we go pick up gifts for Matt and Kyle? So have you made a decision?"
"Yes, I have and I know a perfect place to go. We can give them at the rehearsal dinner."
"That would be great. Let's do it."
We head off to get their gifts. They came out so cute and I can't wait for them to see them. We arrive at the beach early in the evening and Matt, Kyle and the officiant are already there. It is a small ceremony, so it will just be us. We get out and head over to them.
"Hey guys, are you nervous for tomorrow?" I ask as I hug them both.
"No, I have been waiting for this day for a long time." Matt smiles back.
"Not at all, I am ready to spend the rest of my life with him." Kyle says as he lays his head on Matt's shoulder.
We get started and go through the ceremony several times. Matt will be standing at the altar, while Kyle will be walking down the aisle. He will be walking by himself since his parents won't be there and I am again sad for him. The tears start to fall. These damn hormones will be the death of me.
"What's wrong, my love?"
"I am sad that Kyle has no one to walk him down the aisle. The ceremony is going to be beautiful. I can't help it. These pregnancy hormones are terrible."
"It will be fine. The wedding will be great. If his parents can't accept him for who he is then they don't deserve to be here."
"That's right, A. They don't deserve to be here. Everything will be great. Don't you worry."
"Are we done here? Little one is hungry."
"Well, I guess we can't keep little pea waiting." Matt says.
We head off to the restaurant and are soon seated together.
"So, where are you going for the honeymoon?" Eric asks.
"That's a surprise. I am not telling him until we get to the airport." Matt smiles.
"I have been trying to get it out of him for days."
We all talk and laugh as they bring us our drinks and food.
"Alright, so we have got you two each a present." I say as I pull out two boxes.
"Ooo, I like presents. You didn't have to though." Kyle squeals.
Eric hands them their gifts and we tell them to open them together. They look at us questioning and they open them at the same time.
Matt gift
Kyle's gift
"OH my god, you're having a girl?" Kyle exclaims.
"Yes, we would love to be the godfathers, congratulations!"
They stand up and hug us both, and they both put a hand on my belly and smile.
"We can't wait to meet you little pea. You are going to be so spoiled." Matt says to my belly.
"I'm sure she will."
We sit and talk for a while longer and get ready to go. Matt has decided to stay with us for the night. They do want to uphold some tradition. I think it's sweet. Matt gets into the car with us after kissing his fiance and promised he would see him tomorrow. We head off back home. After we get home we head inside and settle down. After a couple hours, I can't hold my eyes open. I head upstairs.
"Well, I am going to head upstairs guys. We are exhausted and need some sleep."
"Do you need me to come with you?"
"No, I am fine. You stay with Matty." I walk over and give him a kiss before I head upstairs.
"Good night guys, see you in the morning."
"Good night, bunny."
"Good night my love. I will be up in a little while."
I head upstairs and change into my pjs and climb into bed. It felt like a few minutes but it was likely a few hours when I felt the bed dip and Eric climbed in behind me. I feel him wrap his arms around me and place his hand on my belly. He kisses the back of my head and I finally fall asleep.
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It's finally Matt and Kyle's wedding day. I quickly get up and head downstairs to start breakfast. As I am standing at the stove cooking the bacon and eggs, I feel two arms wrap around my waist caressing my belly.
"How are my two favorite girls doing this morning?"
"We are great, daddy. Are you hungry? We have a big day ahead of us."
"I am starving."
"Is the groom up yet?"
"Yes, I am. Kyle has already called me this morning. He is excited and will meet us there."
"Are you getting nervous?"
"No, just excited."
Once breakfast is finished, we head upstairs to shower and get our things together for the wedding. Eric and Matt help me with the baggage. We get everything loaded and head over to the venue. The place is beautiful. They have several tents set up for us all to change in. Kyle has not yet arrived since Matt had told him he is to be there close to the start. He didn't want him to have to do anything today, except walk down the aisle to him. We helped set up and it all looked amazing. Down the beach was another large tent set up for the reception. They had a floor set up over the beach for the tables and dance floor. We helped some there too. It was soon time for us to get ready and we all headed for the tents. I walked into my tent and everything was set up for me and there was a lady waiting for me to do my hair and makeup. She had already been with Kyle and got him all set up. After she was done she helped me into my dress. Kyle's room was connected to mine so he could come over without being seen.
"Girl, you look absolutely beautiful."
Thank you, I just love this dress."
"Shows your bump just right. How are you feeling today, momma?"
"I'm feeling great. You look great too."
"Thank you. I can't wait to see my man. To be able to call him husband."
"Let me go check and see if they are ready to start."
I head out and the gusts are starting to arrive. I walk over to the other tent and step inside.
"Hello, beautiful." Eric says.
"Hello handsome, is everyone ready?"
"Yes, I am beyond ready."
"Then let's get this party started."
We all head over to the venue and the music starts. The guys walk down to the front and the curtain is placed at the end. I walk back to Kyle.
"It's time. Are you ready?"
"Yes, let's go see my man."
We walk out and he stands behind the curtain.
I start to walk down the aisle as everyone turns to watch me. I look up and see Eric standing next to Matt and he looks so handsome standing there. He smiles widely at me and I smile back. I make my way to the other side and stand there. I look over to Eric. He mouths.
"I love you."
"I love you too."
We both turn as the music begins again and Kyle begins to walk down the aisle to Matt. I can see him grinning from ear to ear as a tear rolls down his cheek. I look over to Matt and I see the same thing. Soon Kyle has reached Matt and he moves to face him. The officiant begins.
"We are gathered here today to celebrate the love between Matt and Kyle. They both have chosen to say their own vows today. Matt you may begin."
"I will take your love to give me hope, give me joy, and make me a better man. I promise to listen, to hear, and to always consider your feelings and thoughts as we travel together on this journey. I vow to love, honour, and cherish you forsaking all others, as a faithful husband as long as we both shall live."
"Now you may begin, Kyle."
"You were my reason back then, my reason now, my reason every day. You strengthen my weaknesses, bring focus to my dreams. Here and now I pledge my life to yours, that your dreams become my dreams. No matter where life leads me, I know that as long as you are there, that is where I am meant to be."
"Now we shall exchange the rings. Matt repeat after me.
With this ring, I thee wed, and with it, I bestow upon thee all the treasures of my mind, heart, and hands. Kyle, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love. As it encircles your finger, may it remind you always that you are surrounded by my enduring love."
"With this ring, I thee wed, and with it, I bestow upon thee all the treasures of my mind, heart, and hands. Kyle, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love. As it encircles your finger, may it remind you always that you are surrounded by my enduring love."
Matt slips the ring over Kyle's finger.
"Kyle, repeat after me. With this ring, I thee wed, and with it, I bestow upon thee all the treasures of my mind, heart, and hands. Matt, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love. As it encircles your finger, may it remind you always that you are surrounded by my enduring love."
"With this ring, I thee wed, and with it, I bestow upon thee all the treasures of my mind, heart, and hands. Matt, I give you this ring as a symbol of my love. As it encircles your finger, may it remind you always that you are surrounded by my enduring love."
Kyle slips the ring over Matt's finger.
"Now with the power invested in me by the state of California. I now pronounce you husband and husband. You may now kiss."
Matt reaches up and grabs the back of Kyle's head as he crashes his lips to his and the crowd starts clapping and screaming. They turn and face the crowd and raise their joined hands in triumph as they walk back down the aisle. We soon follow behind them.
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