The days seem to be going by faster and faster. And before I knew it I'm half way. Half way to meeting my sweet baby.
And it wasn't until last week, I was hanging out with some friends. Ethan, Avery, Alex, Grayson, Ellie, jack and a few others I didn't really know.
I was sitting on the couch when I felt it. I felt her move. Ive felt small little wiggles but nothing this intense. It felt like she was completely re adjusting herself. And to be honest it hurt like a bitch. But at the same time it was so sweet.
"Guys she's moving!" I squealed watching my stomach move.
Grayson's eyes go big as he watched my stomach take different shapes.
"Feel" I said talking Grayson's hand and placing it on my belly.
His face lit up as he felt her movements.
"Woooooahhhhhh" he laughs.
Grayson, He's been way different then I thought. He asks me how I'm doing. Tells me I look pretty, touches my belly and talks to our baby.
Sometimes he's still hesitant but I can tell he's trying. And I couldn't be any happier that he was. He was starting to take care of me. He'd ask if I was feeling okay or if there was anything He could do. I never thought the kid had it in him. But It wasn't anything I was mad about.
Unfortunately I was completely done with soccer. But I still went to every game to watch. And as much as it sucks not being able to play, it's nice to just watch.
I shut my journal and climb off my bed. I've been writing about this whole journey so that one day I can show her, and for myself too. I want to be able to read this back and be thankful for the experiences I'm having right now.
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•Grayson's pov•
As everyday goes by I start to become closer with Lia. I don't know what it is. Maybe the way her face lights up and she talks to our baby. Or the way she talks about being a mom. Or maybe the way she gets frustrated when she can't do the things she used to be able to do. Or maybe it's the way her laugh sounds when we tease her about the round stomach that can barely fit in her shirts. Whatever it is, I'm starting to like it. I'm starting to realize that this won't be so bad. Her long hair and bright white teeth, the way her eyes squint as she laughs at basically anything. And the way she talks about our baby, the things she's exited about. Things she's scared for, and special things she wants to do. But never once have I herd her complain about this. Or say how this baby is ruining her life. And that right there amazes me. This girls life just got turned upside down, but here she is still laughing. Still smiling and still doing the things she loves.
Something about her makes me smile. But I can't quite put my finger on what it is.
"I think you like her dude" Ethan says keeping his eyes glued to his video game.
"Shut up I do not" I deny.
"Bro! Everytime someone brings her up you're entire mood changes" he explains.
"Okay well maybe I do, but she sure as hell doesn't feel the same so I'm just going to leave it"
"You dont know that!" He mocks.
I roll my eyes before heading upstairs.
It's been a long day and I'm exhausted. But it's often nights like this that I don't get an ounce of sleep.
I'm stuck awake thinking about my future. Thinking about how in just a few short months I'm gonna be a dad. I'm going to have a daughter.
I've always been fortunate to have parents that are still together. Parents that love eachother and that's what I want for my baby. But Lia doesn't love me. I'm just the guy who she hooked up with. Just for fun, and that's what it was for me. At first. But the more I get to know her the more I start to realize her qualities.
"Ugh Grayson what am I thinking, she doesn't like you!" I say to myself tossing and turning in bed.
I must just be tired. She doesn't like me back.
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•Lia pov•
Today I had another check up and ultrasound. It was about 10:40 am and my appointment was at 11:45. I decided to invite Grayson to my appointment so he could be involved.
Me: hey I have an ultrasound at 11:45 if you wanna come with?
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Grayson: yeah for sure. I'll come pick you up and we can get lunch after?
Me: okay! Sounds great! See you then.
Grayson:😘
As soon as I read that last text my heart beats fast. I smile at my phone and set it down before hoping in the shower.
I wash my face and clean my thick hair before finishing up in the shower.
I turn the water off and step over the tub drying my body off and getting changed into my clothes.
I dry my hair and straighten it. Then I apply a natural makeup look. There's a slight knock at my door.
"Come in" I say still focused on my makeup.
Grayson walks through the door.
"Hey" He says walking over to me.
He looked damn good. He had a snap back on with his ripped jeans and a cute black t shirt. The kid knew how to dress himself I'll give him that.
"You look good!" I say flirty.
"Thank you" He says.
"I'm almost done, wanna just chill for a second while I finish up?" I ask.
"Yeah, take all the time you need" He says sitting on my bed.
I start applying a small amount of blush onto the apples of my cheeks and a chapstick. I didn't do very much eye shadow and no mascara due to the fact that I have lash extensions.
I stand up from my vanity and spray a bit of perfume before looking for my shoes.
I find my black vans and some no show socks.
I sit down putting them on.
"Ughhhh! I can't even put on my own shoes!" I giggle bending over my round tummy.
Grayson watches me and smiles at me.
"You're cute" He says laughing.
He walks over to me and gives out his hands indicating he'll help me up.
"Thank you" I say standing up and looking at myself in the mirror one more time.
"Ready?" He asks
I nod my head and walk out the door.
Grayson walks in front of me and opens my door for me.
"Thanks" I say sliding Into The seat.
He walks around to the drivers side and gets in before turning the car on and driving off.
"Why didn't you're mom come?" Grayson asks looking at me and then back to the road.
"She had work and couldn't get it off, and I wanted you to come" I say looking at him.
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End of chapter! I hope you guys liked it. Sorry for the sudden ending but it will make sense next chapter :) love you guys! Also follow me on Instagram at overxthinkingxdolan
