One Way Ticket

Chapter Thirty Five

Jamies POV
Its been three days since the arrival of JJ. Dulcie and Elva are the happiest I have ever seen them. Dulcie loves playing the big sister role, I remember when Elva was born, it was none stop asking if she could hold her, see her, cuddle her and so on. With JJ being so small and delicate at the moment, the girls can't hold him and have the cuddles they want just yet. I hate him being in the hospital, I just want to bring both him and Dakota home.

"So, how are the restless nights again?" My dad asks. I look at him and shake my head.

"Can't say I missed them but its most definitely worth it. I appreciate you flying out here Dad. I know its a pain being back and forth" I stuff Dulcies clothes into her suitcase and finally zip it up.

"Id do anything for my kids Jamie. Flying out to see you and my grandchildren doesn't bother me at the slightest. Samina is excited to meet JJ. Shes in love with his name." My Dad chuckles and zips up Elvas little suitcase.

"I know, you've already missed three days of work. I feel bad thats all. Yeah, Dakotas name choice, I didnt really have much say but its meaningful and beautiful,just like he is" I smile and think back to when I first held JJ. Having children is definitely the best thing I have ever done in my life.

"Don't worry about me. Im a grown man. Im the father remember?" He nudges my arm and sits down on the bed.

"I know, Im still allowed to care" I smile and sit besides him.

"Your Mum would be so proud of you. All of you. You're all doing so well for yourself." My Dad looks around the room and then down to his hands.

"Mum would be proud of you aswell." I hold back the tears and look at my Dad. He doesn't look up. I look down and he's fiddling with his wedding band.

"I just wish she was here to see all of this. Meet all of her grandchildren. Watch her own children grow up like I have." He sighs and he rubs his eyes with his hand. Its strange to hear all of this. Dad never really was one to express and show his feelings. I guess thats where I get it from.

"We all wish that Dad. There's days where it daunts on us. Shes always with us though. She always will be." I pat his back and stand up.

"Give me a minute" My Dad sniffles. I nod and head into the girls room.

"What you two doing ay?" I lean against the doorframe and watch as the girls sit together and draw.

"Making Daki and JJ a card!" Dulcie explains. She holds up her card and it has five little people drawn on the front.

"They will love that." I enter the room and close the door with my foot. I join them on the floor and pull Elva into my lap.

"Daddy, wheres Mummy?" Dulcie asks. She looks up from her card and her eyes meet mine.

"Mummy is working. Shes singing to loads of people" I reply. She nods and goes back to colouring the clothes on the people shes drawn. I know they don't understand. Its not something Im going to explain to a three year old and a one year old just yet.

"You beautiful girl" I whisper to Elva. She giggles and starts to kick her feet out excitedly. I kiss her little head and she turns a little and looks up at me.

"Whats up?" I chuckle and she starts to clap her hands.

"She loves you" Dulcie giggles. I look at her and shake my head

"Do you speak baby language?" I ask

"Yes Daddy." She frowns and looks at me with a confused look.

"I believe you." I hold my hands up as if I have surrendered and her little smile is back on her face.

"Can we see JJ and Daki today?" Dulcie asks. I nod and stand up. Elva rests her head on my shoulder and Dulcie stands and shakes off the glitter from her dress.