the contract was signed long ago
determined to honor it then
and do still even now
today, tomorrow and forever
here doing what’s best
for the union of these two hearts
a lifetime of lessons
shows us that harmony is paramount
maturity can prevail
if we choose it
letting love take the lead
with dignity and grace
taking
the
path
of
least
obstruction
What started as an innocent first date blossomed into a full-fledged, committed relationship shortly after that. Just one month after Anika and Cedric’s first date, they felt bonded in a way that told them they wanted to be together forever. Although people would rarely say this in today’s world, they thought they were soulmates.
Anika completed her studies in May 3025; she graduated with honors to the delight of her family. Then both moved into the new Binghamton home Cedric was able to afford after his work offered him a big promotion. It made sense to upgrade to this larger house as it had plenty of room to grow the big family they wanted. Life began in earnest for this seriously over-the-top, in love couple. They decided to put off getting married, though, until after their first child was born. Anika and Cedric didn’t have time to plan a wedding, get the house in order after the move, and still have any left over time to enjoy life knowing they planned to have kids right away.
They immediately put themselves on the register to be notified when they could begin the conception process. As luck would have it, Anika and Cedric only had to wait a week before receiving approval. Even though all kinds of medical procedures were available to conceive and have a child, they opted to try the old fashioned way first. Since they were still incredibly in love, and having tons of sex, it made sense to enjoy creating their love child at home. They rationalized that if there were no results right away, they could always opt-in for medical intervention. Again, good fortune blessed them, and Anika got pregnant right away.
Everything fell into place. The two were over the moon with joy. Their life, just like their world, was perfect! Her due date as March 10, 3026. Anika’s pregnancy was uneventful, and the months that followed just brought more celebration as she began to show and feel the baby kick and squirm. She was positively glowing in anticipation of the arrival of their creation. It’s birth couldn’t come soon enough!
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February 30, 3026 – Binghamton, NY – 11 hours before the event
Tonight they would celebrate their 11th month anniversary with a recreation of their first date at The Shingle. Anika and Cedric felt like silly teenagers still acknowledging their anniversary month, but this one was important because the baby was due in about ten days. Life would change dramatically after that. Just how much they could have never anticipated.
“Cedric, would you please help me out of the car,” Anika asked as he parked the car. She grimaced as she felt the first twinge in her abdomen, brushing it off as gas or a strong kick.
“Sure, honey,” he said as he turned off the engine. Cedric got out, slammed his door shut and opened hers only to see her contorted, tear-stained face about to let out a scream. Anika’s face was as white as a sheet; the blood vessels beneath her skin looked as if they had exploded. Cedric was visibly shaking.
“Cedric, something is very wrong!” she screamed in his direction. “Call 911!”
TO BE CONTINUED ON FRIDAY…
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observe me
watch how i do things
understand my processes
my emotional movements
when you know them
you know me
engage me
find my compliance buttons
enjoy and revel in them
watch me emerge
to take a leap
of faith again
when you try
to live in my world
in the way i need
a bold, loud statement resonates inside
telling me you hear me
you’ve chosen to honor my being
the ripples of love
echoing within us
resemble the melody
of a good song
one felt deeply
and in each cell
of our being
touching
caressing
inviting
opening
flooding
… our senses
filling us with an excited calm
expanding our knowing
of the joy in being together
the price paid for love
is a release into it passionately
with purpose and commitment
fulfilling the needs freely
understanding your partner
it leads us to intensity and happiness
this pursued connection
forged in needing bliss for ourselves
this profound reward we seek eternally
sharing space
with another
honestly
requires more than love
it’s a willingness
to let go
of one’s shield
diligently erected
a wanting
to feel the richness
of another’s essence
perhaps damaged
a deep need
to be enmeshed
on all the levels
partners wish to be seen
it’s a pact
for the happiness
of the other
in this dance of two beings
sweet caresses
and a knowing
of the internal
transports us
to our world
the day-to-day chaos
calm
we’ve escaped
to bliss and harmony
the place
which is golden
we’re home
love hot
then awry
smooth and gellin
then rage and yellin
deep expressions of amore
trampled hurt feelings are telling
of the up, down, left, right, inside and out
this relationship changes at a fever pitch from good to bad and back
let me get off this ride
Inspired by Reena’s Exploration Challenge #90
communicating
a promise to each other
I will work with you
All the steps I take
for your comfort
I do without complaint.
You deserve my love
and attention,
you shall not have to wait.
May my efforts sustain you
and this commitment
be your protection.
I’ll keep you from harm,
ensuring your growth.
And I’ll rise to meet you.
