Worth the Wait

Part 14 - Nerves

Part 14 - Nerves

Rose’s POV

        I’m now eight weeks along and can already start to see and feel the changes to my body. I’ve gained some weight, as per doctor’s orders, and started to make room in my apartment for the new addition. My studio has been cleaned out, and Justin said that he was going to help me put together a crib once he gets better.  

        Speaking of Justin, he’s making a lot of progress. He’s able to walk around the room now without any problems, but it tires him out easily so the doctors have decided to keep him still. Beth’s not much of a fan of the rehabilitation center, but she still stays there every night with him. Since the wedding is five months away, Justin is constantly pushing himself, and Beth keeps him in check.

        I’ve got a doctor’s appointment later this week, and I can’t wait to see the first picture of my baby. Beth has been adamant about telling Steven, but I can’t just yet. I know he deserves to know, but I can’t bring myself to tell him. I mean, what would he do? Would he do anything? Would he try to take my baby away from me?

        There was just too many ‘ifs’ involved in it, and I didn’t want that added stress right now. I’ll get to it sooner than later, and only could hope for the best.

        The store has been doing great these past few weeks. We’ve made such an impact on our customers, that the demand has continued to grow. We have received a few comments that we should look into opening another store, or possibly expand our size. Beth and I have been thinking about this a lot, but both decided that we want to see how the rest of the year plays out. Unfortunately, this could be just a fad and we could be forgotten within the next few months. Better be safe than sorry, Beth had said.

        Christine was coming for a visit next week, and I couldn’t wait to tell her the news about my bun in the oven, her future niece or nephew. Trevor was coming too, and they were planning on staying for a few days. This was the ‘test’ in the relationship according to Christine. They’ve been going strong for about two months now, and she believes that he’s ‘the one’.  

        As much as it hurts to think about it, I couldn’t be happier for them. They both deserve each other, and I was mentally keeping my fingers crossed that everything would work out. I know it’s selfish to be wary of their relationship, but every time I see them together or Christine mentions Trevor in some way, I can’t help but think about Steven. It’s like a wound that will never properly heal. The first time it was easier, but now things are different.  

        Having a baby does really change everything. 

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        I’m currently sitting in my studio at the store, working on some designs. Since my doctor’s appointment isn’t until later today, Beth allowed me to come to work today. She has become my “momma hen” as she puts it, and watches everything I do. I can’t wait to see what she’ll be like when she has her own brood.  

        Beth’s younger sister is out front, and taking care of our customers. We also hired on a new girl, named Amanda, because with Justin in the hospital, and me being pregnant, it’s getting hard for Beth and I to keep the store going. We rely heavily on the girls, and thankfully they continue to surprise us with their abilities. I’ve been working on this new design for our spring line and Beth has been really happy with the results. We’ve gotten many requests, and our supplier has been working overtime just to meet the quota. The walls around my office are filled with drawings and notes from Beth about colors and styles she wants to see.  

        I was just finishing up a skirt design when a knock on my doorframe startled me. I looked up, and immediately a smile stretched across my face. Christine stood there, a hand on her hip and a smirk on her face. “Long time no see huh?” she said.