An aging overweight man who plays too much online gaming receives a gift from Freya, the
goddess of love, lust, beauty, sorcery, fertility, gold, war and death.

Freya's Gift

Chapter 20: unexpected Meetings

Monday morning. I rise with the sun as always. Gilbert is gone, but Margret is still resting at the foot of the bed. I
stretch and head for the kitchen to start my pot of tea. As I pass Margret on the way to the bathroom, she has one eye
half open, watching me. I enter the bath and start the water for a bath as I sit on the toilet seat. Margret pokes her
head in, after I flush and step into the tub turning on the timer for the jets, she says, "Oh, that's nice, an indoor pond
with bubbles, I wish I could try that. But it's too small".

"Well Margret, maybe one day, we can find one large enough for you".

She got all excited "Really, I think that would be lovely".

The timer goes off and I get out and dry off. I go to the kitchen with Margret following me, she's just small enough to
fit through the doors. I pour my tea and she asks "What is that? It smells so good. Can I try some, please"?

I pour her a cup and add creamer to it and put a straw in it and stir, "Careful Margret, it's very hot". And place it
where she can reach the straw.

She takes a small sip "Oh, that's delicious. And Please call me, Marg or Margie. Only momma calls me Margret, when I'm in
trouble".

I make breakfast and offer Margie some to try. She likes it alot, but sneezes when she got a taste of the cayenne pepper I
used. I figured getting friendly with Margie may get her to talk some. Chatting while we ate, I ask her, "So Margie, why
are you and Gilbert keeping such close watch over me"?

Margie looks like she's trying to think of something believable to say, "We just like being around you is all Freya".

I know there's something she's not saying, but let it pass, I'll find out one way or another. "Margie, that's so sweet of
you to say". I can play that game too.

I got dressed and head out saying goodbye to Margie, and head for moms. When I got there, I sat and talked with Edith for
awhile catching up on the morning chatter. Not much going on, no further reports or sightings. When Stan came in to open
the fishing shop he came and sat with us and said what a pleasant time they had at dinner yesterday.

I follow him into the shop "So, how much do I owe for Michael's kit Stan"?

He opens the till and takes out an itemized receipt. It shows the total, then beneath that, less 50%, $235.72. "There you
go Freya, and don't you try to dicker down the price any, I don't haggle none". What a pussycat, and everyone thinks he
such a grizzly bear.

I give him a good kiss on the cheek, leaving my lipstick mark. "Thank you sweetie". And paid him. As I leave, some of
Stan's regulars come in and see the lipstick and start ribbing him about it. Edith just smiles and waves to me.

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Nothing out of the ordinary on patrol all week. Most of the week is routine, every night one or both dragons lay at the
foot of the bed. Sometimes one will be there when I fall asleep and the other when I wake. When asked, no straight answer
is forthcoming.

Tuesday afternoon Lauren calls and says the contracts have come, for the three of us to sign. She says she'll bring them
Thursday for karaoke and her and Jimmy were spending the night. I was looking forward to that.

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Thursday, Lauren asks if I can get off a little early and come pick her up at the store. "Should be no problem, see you
around 5ish, Ok?"

When I got there Lauren rushed me in back and showed me a dress. Not just any dress, but a copy of a dress that Olivia
Newton-John wore in the movie 'Xanadu', my favorite ONJ movie. "OMG Lauren, where did you find this? I love it. I just
need the boots to match from the movie".

"Will these do?" As she takes a box off the shelf behind her.

"Those are perfect Lauren. But why all the trouble for a small town karaoke night?"

"Well, Jimmy and I thought you should have something fun to wear. That's all". Holding it out to me and pointing to a
changing room. "Go try it on".

I went in and put the dress on. There was matching panties and bra as well as the shorts that went with it, as well as
some pantyhose. The green colored dress was the nicest of all the ones that ONJ had worn in the movie and this was a
perfect match. After putting on the boots, I stepped out and did a spin for Lauren just as Jimmy walks in. I loved how the
material swirled against my legs.

pic of green dress

Lauren and Jimmy whistle and share a smile. I look in the mirror and like what I see. Lauren says "We just need to touch
up the makeup and you'll be perfect". The makeup was easy since I didn't have any on but lip gloss. Lauren has me sit and
pulls out her makeup kit and puts some glittering green and gold eye shadow, followed by eye liner and mascara. Then
applies bright red lipstick to complete the look. When she steps back, Jimmy and I get to see. I thought I looked good
before, now I was in a different league.

Jimmy looks at Lauren then to me, "My god, you are so beautiful! Lauren, it's perfect". Perfect for what I start thinking.
What are they up to?

Lauren asks, "Do you know what songs you're going to do?"

With a little thought, "Well, I'd like to do a duet with Jimmy, 'Suddenly' by Olivia Newton-John. For a second I'd like,
'Have You Never Been Mellow'. What about you Lauren? What are you going to sing tonight?"

"I'm not feeling it today, my throat is a little sore. I'll just enjoy you and Jimmy tonight."

Now I know something has to be up. Accepting FREYA's gift would have prevented any illness. I look at her and she just
shrugs. Jimmy looks delighted to share the stage with me though.

Jimmy says, "We'll probably go on early, so we have time before your second. Freddie's going to be there too."

"Oh, that's nice Jimmy, you get to see your friend again."

Jimmy adds, "He's bringing a friend of his, well, really more of an acquaintance of his. Though she may be a little late."

"Is she going to sing too?" I ask.

Jimmy looks thoughtful "She might."

Lauren says, "Let's get something to eat before we go, so we can show off our girl, huh?" Jimmy agreed and we head for the
'Burger Place' to eat, Jimmy wants a big burger.

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At the burger place, we find a booth in the crowded local favorite. The place is nearly packed with college students. The
booth we get just having been vacated by a group of fresh faced kids. We sat as a busboy clears the table. "Someone will
right with you to take your orders folks."

Before a waitress can get to us, Katie and Austin walk in the door. When we spot them, we all call out for them to join
us. They get to the table and we say hi. Katie says "Gloria will be here shortly, her date Bobby is parking the car."

I ask, "Who's Bobby?"

"He's Austin's friend, that Gloria met last week. This is their first official date." Then Gloria and Bobby walk in the
door and Katie hollers out, "Hey you two, get your asses over here."

"Katie!" As I glare at her.

"Sorry." She squeeks. I just take her hand to forgive her.

They got to the table and sit as intros are made around the table. Bobby is a nice young man, a little nerdy with some
traces of acne, but it's clear to anyone that looks that he is truly smitten with Gloria. Today his dark hair has a streak
of red, almost pink in it.

I take his hand, "It's nice to meet you Bobby, I've heard nice things about you." Before I let go of his hand I thought
I'd try something, I think about healing his acne as I shift to my elven sight. I see his aura change slightly. I release
his hand and there is no immediate change, knowing it's best if the change was gradual. Katie looks at me like 'what did
you do'? I just lip to her, 'later'.

Bobby says, "It's nice to meet you too, Gloria talks about you a lot. It's great to put a face to the name." He thinks for
a second and asks, "Your dress, it's very lovely on you, it's from the movie 'Xanadu', yes?"

"How did you know? And thank you." I was shocked. "I love that movie. I just didn't think anyone your age would have seen
it."

Bobby smiles, "I'm a bit of an enigma to a lot of people, cause I like many widely different things in films and music.
And I really like all of miss Newton-John's work."

I look at Gloria and say, "You keep this boy, he knows talent when he sees it." Gloria looks a bit flushed at that. To
Bobby, "I completely agree about Olivia, she's my favorite performer too."

The waitress comes and we place our orders. The boys all go for huge burgers and fries. We girls, go for lighter fare,
knowing we can steal a bite if we want from the boys. We sit almost boy - girl -boy - girl, except the center where Lauren
and Katie are beside one another, and Bobby sits in a chair pulled to the table in the wide aisle. The waitress says,
"Your orders will be right up. Do the ladies want their salads served with the boys burgers?"

We say that's perfect and sit back and talk. When the conversation gets to what everyone plans are, we tell them that last
week we started going for karaoke and how much fun it had been. They all wanted to come too, so we said fine, as it was
also a family style place and shouldn't be a problem.

Our food soon came and we all enjoyed. All of us girls each taking at least a bite of the boys burgers and stealing some
fries. Poor Jimmy had to give bites to both Lauren and I. Austin and Bobby made fun of him until Katie and Gloria each
took a second bite, but huge ones compared to their first dainty tastes. Now Jimmy was the one laughing at them. We all
had great fun.

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After we finish eating, we head over the few blocks to the pub. We're a little early and we find a table towards the back
big enough to seat all of us, including Frankie and his friend when they got there. It was kind of dark where our table
was, so it provided some intimacy from the rest of the pub.

The pub starts to fill and Freddie soon joins us, greeting all with hellos to the guys and kissing the girls' hands like a
gentleman. Katie says to Bobby and Austin "That is how a proper man treats a lady with respect." And laughs at them. Soon
everyone is laughing too.

Everyone drew a number for when they sing, but the kids are too shy to have a go at it. "The worst that can happen is you
get a little embarrassed, You'll get over it. Come on, at least try," Katie and Austin agree to a duet, but Gloria and
Bobby adamantly refuse. "You're just party poopers."

Lucky Katie draws #1 to start the show. Her and Austin does a good job of a country ballad and the audience applauds them.
Jimmy and I are the third after the kids. We get up and head to the little stage. No nerves this time because my man is at my side.

The song goes well and Jimmy is faultless, this time and the audience loves us. Everyone at our table gives a standing
ovation. Jimmy really has a great voice. Freddie goes up and does 'Ice, ice, baby', trying to copy some rap moves, having
the whole place laughing hysterically. He returns to the table, bowing gracefully.

After an hour, my second turn comes up and I head up with confidence. I cue the music, 'Have You Never Been Mellow', and
as the music begins, I remember every time I heard this song how it lifted me and made me feel better about my life. This
was no different, except I was the one singing now. The song is going well and I am managing to do a creditable job and
the audience seems to get into it, feeling the way the way the song is meant to be. Half way through the second chorus, a
second voice joins mine in counterpoint. I look for the source of that sweet voice, first to our table, and then around
the room. The audience is also searching for the voice too.

When she appears from the hallway leading from the kitchen and bathrooms, I see who it is. She was wearing a matching
dress from the movie, in pink. I was nearly stunned at who it was. She motioned for me to continue, and we finished strong
in harmony and the whole place was on their feet. Olivia gave me a hug and we head for our table. The place slowly calms
down as we reach the table.

She can see the questions in my eyes as we sit. Freddie makes the intros around the table ending with me. Lauren had moved
to the other side of Jimmy allowing me to be next to my idol.

Olivia says, "Last week, Freddie sent a video to a friend of mine and passed it on to me. It was this cute park ranger in
her uniform singing two of my songs." OMG, she thought I was cute. "I found out from Freddie what a big fan you are of
mine, and I felt I should come and meet you." Looking me in the eyes. "I'm very pleased to meet you Freya!"

For a woman of sixty six she had an amazing figure and flawless skin. She looked radiant. If you didn't know better, you'd
say she was in her mid forties. "Thank you Olivia, that's very kind of you. I have been a fan since before you would
believe. I used to have most of your albums on 8 track tape. And it is my greatest honor to meet you in person."

Everyone looks at me strangely after the comment about 8 tracks, only Jimmy and Katie knew the reference.

Olivia asks, "Why would you buy old 8 tracks in this age of digital everything? Or did they come from an older relative?"

"You could say that, yes. I even saw your '86 concert at ASU in Tempe Arizona, it was very special to me."
She says, "I didn't know that one had made it on You Tube." Not realizing that I had worked as a student usher for that
concert, it was the only way I could afford to go back then. "I take it from the dress, you liked the movie. That dress
looks great on you, and I love the boots. Definitely has that '80's look." She gave me a hug and kissed my cheek.

She stayed with us for a long while chatting with everyone. Fans came to the table for autographs and nobody was turned
away. When she finally had to go, she said goodbye to everyone. She pulled me up, to walk her out. At the door, she gave
me a sweet kiss on the cheek and told me "If you ever decide to take up singing professionally, give me a call." and
slipped me a card. She gave me another kiss and stepped into the car waiting for her as the driver opened the door and
seated her. As the car drove away Olivia waved out the window like an old friend.

When I looked at the card on my way back to the table, I see it has a hand written note, 'When the time is right', 'Love
and kisses, Olivia', along with a phone number. Oh goddess, my idol had given me her number, well, probably someone who
worked for her, but whatever. I was in heaven.

The night soon broke up and we all said Goodnight. Lauren gave me a ride back to get my patrol car first and then she
followed me home. Jimmy was already there when we arrived. I thanked them enthusiastically. Soon we were headed for the
bed and everyone was excited.

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Our lovemaking was slow and passion filled. I worked to get Lauren and Jimmy together, first with a kiss and then pushing
her boundaries. Before too long they were shared an intense kiss. With me rubbing his enormous penis while licking her
nipples. when I slipped to the side and they came together, I guided his member toward her moist slit. By this time I was
as wet as can be, and I don't think that they realized what was happening until.... As I rub his cockhead across her
vagina lips, they suddenly became aware of the situation. Jimmy looked to Lauren with a question on his face.

Lauren stared back into his eyes. "It's ok, just go slow. I may have had a cock or two in the past, but none had ever been
close to your size." She gave him a worried smile. Jimmy just smiled comfortingly back. I wiggled his head along her pussy
and he slowly pushes in just the tip. Before they go any further I stick my head to their groins and lick both his cock
and her clit, causing both to moan loudly. I pulled back and let them continue, seated to the side playing with myself.
They were so hot together.

Slowly Jimmy works his way into her tight pussy, he groans and she moans louder and then gasps as she's filled like never
before. Jimmy finally achieves full penetration and holds there a moment. When Lauren has relaxed, he slowly withdraws
about half way and then back in. All very slowly. I can hardly contain myself watching them. I vigorously rub my clit,
causing lots of little tremors.

Lauren

As Jimmy starts to pick up speed, I suddenly shake and call out, "OH my goddess, I'm coming." Jimmy maintains through my
orgasm until I settle, then almost as fast as I can, I roll us from laying side by side to me on top. And I go at him like
a bucking horse gone wild. Soon Jimmy can't hold back, "Lauren, I'm going to cum." I slam down as far as I could go and
feel his seed filling me. No man has ever done that before. I had always pulled away at the last, but tonight with Jimmy
and Freya beside us, it just felt so right. I realised I loved Jimmy as much as I do Freya. I felt him spasms subside as
another wave engulfs my senses and I nearly passout.

Jimmy

Lauren is riding me hard like a wild woman, milking me to the core. I call out "Lauren, I'm going to cum." Thinking she
will pull off me, but no. She drops down, impaling herself on me. I shoot my load into her pulsing, as gobs of my semen
fill her up. I have an epiphany. I suddenly know that I love Lauren as deeply as I do Freya. Then as I am almost finished,
her vagina clamps down on me hard and she starts shaking, having a deep orgasm.

Freya

Lauren has a powerful orgasm and collapses on top of Jimmy. I was so worried that I leaned in to check her face. As I
close on her, she turns to face me and kisses me deeply. and then Jimmy too. "I love you two so much!" We hold each other
for a while with Jimmy still balls deep into Lauren.

The rest of the night we shared our love equally and fell asleep in a sweaty, sticky pile of love and contentment.

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FREYA's Garden

We became aware where we were in a tangle of flesh. Looking down on us, are Gilbert, Marge and Casandra. All looking as
smug as can be. We then notice FREYA is waiting patiently. I find my voice and greet her. "Good evening godmother. How can
we help you?"

FREYA smiles motherly, "It is I who can help you, to answer some questions, as I know you have been curious."

Jimmy asks, "What is it that you wish us to know? And why are our friends here too?" As he strokes Margs face, it dawns on
me that Margie is Jimmy's mount from the game, How very apropos that is.

FREYA speaks, "As you have guessed Margret is James' ride and mate to your Gilbert. Casandra is here as well because this
concerns her as well." Casandra rubs her head against Laurens tummy purring like a contented tabby. Lauren absent mindedly
scratches her ears.

FRAYA continues, "It makes my heart soar, that You Lauren, and You, Jimmy, have come to understand what I have always
known. The three of you were always ment to be together, in heart, mind and soul. Your friends here, being unique, have
seen that for a while." She stretches her arms out to enfold us in her caring embrace.

We all tell her thank you for all her blessings. Again, patiently, she smiles. "There's more you mean to tell us, I can
tell." I ask.

"Yes child there is. I have waited for you all to come to your own terms that you love each other deeply to let you know.
And since Lauren and Jimmy have consummated your bond, It is time for you to know."

We look to one another wondering what it could be. Then pieces start to fall into place and I reach down and stroke my
tummy. Lauren and Jimmy are still in the dark.

FREYA smile brightens, "I can see that Freya has discovered the truth. But not the whole truth." I look at her in
confusion. And as she speaks, I understand and it all makes complete sense. "Freya has realised that she is with child."

Before she can continue, Lauren and Jimmy look at me in shock, big grins splitting their faces. I say, "She's not done
yet. There's something else."

FREYA explains as the others look on, "She has the right of that, for you also are with child Lauren. The three of you
make me so proud, like you were all my children."

Now Lauren and Jimmy are truly in shock. Jimmy falls to the ground, bare ass in the grass and starts talking softly under
his breath, "I'm going to be a father, a Father," still in a daze.

I hug Lauren and we congratulate each other rubbing each others bellies. I look to Gilbert, "So that's why you and Margie
have been so watchful over me, you knew."

Gilbert grins, "Yes, dear lady. Marg and I knew, almost from the moment of conception. So tight is the bond you and I
share. Sometimes it feels to Marg and me that you and James should have been dragons. But then we probably never would
have become friends."

I blushed and wonder just how much they were in our minds. FREYA calls our attention to matters at hand.

"There is more yet children, and you may all want to sit down for this." Lauren and I sit on either side of Jimmy sharing
an embrace and wait for the other shoe to drop. It soon hits the ground with us. "What you need to know now, is that, you
are both having twins. A girl and a boy each." Jimmy faints straight away.

Jimmy

I came to with the press of lips to mine. I had fainted, a first time for everything. Thinking it was Freya or Lauren, I
open my eyes to see FREYA over me. I had been wakened by a goddess. I mumble my apologies as we all stand.

FREYA says, "No need, learning you are to be a father is a shock. Finding out there will be four little ones in nine
months would overwhelm even Thor himself."

"My goddess, you flatter me too much, but thank you. Thank you for all your gifts. Two amazing women who love me and
children on the way. I couldn't ask for a life as grand as you have given. Thank you so much, bless you!"

FREYA

"Now children and friends, to set your minds at ease. Your babies will all be healthy and safe. They will carry only elf
and human genetics since Jimmy's avatar is human. I could show you what they will look like, but that would ruin the
expectation. Your friends will still feel the need to keep watch over you all, and are to be commended for that. Now it is
time for you to go, the sun is due to rise."

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As we wake in bed, a parting thought is shared from FREYA, 'I took a few liberties and made some improvements while you
were in my garden'. We look around and it dawns on us that the bed is much larger than before, a custom king size, almost
twice as big as normal. The only reason the bed isn't the only thing in the room is that the room is now much larger to
accommodate the much larger bed. However the room now also has Gilbert, Margie and Casandra all stretched out in their own
corners. Well, actually Marg and Gilbert are coiled together like a pair of snakes. Casandra licks her paw while we take
it in.

There are even extra wide double doors leading into the bathroom and the living room. And my goddess, the bathroom. It
looked like something out of a Roman bath. On the one side of the spacious room was a triple vanity sink with seats for
each of us, Jimmy in the middle with his grooming things set out like he always lived here. Mine to one side and Lauren's
on the other. On the other wall beside the door was the lavatory and a larger shower stall that had jets everywhere.

Beyond that was a pool, cause that was the only name that fit. It was large enough to fit all of us, including the pair of
dragons and Casandra as well. I'm sure Casandra would love it, being a white tiger.

Then we notice the controls and discover that it has Jacuzzi jets and air too. Margie was going to enjoy that I'm sure.
Off to the side in the corner is a towel closet filled with big fluffy, soft towels, and another door that hid a silent
pump and filtration system for the spa. We're stunned , until we went to make breakfast.

What we find is the entire house has changed, but still has the feel it had before. Everything is bigger except the
kitchen since it was already large to begin with. The dining room table is now big enough to seat a small army at its sea
of glass. The living area has grown proportionally, with a massive fireplace still using propane. The door to the office
is now double wide as is every door in the house. Actually, every door is now big enough for a dragon twice the size of
Gilbert.

In the office we find it now has a nursery area with plenty of things to help developing little minds, The whole area
filled with every color of the rainbow.

Back in the living room, we see the ceiling is higher and stairs along the wall lead to a second story. We find four
bedrooms, med sized, each with their own bathrooms. Two of the rooms have each have twin beds and the other two have
normal king size beds. Obviously the twin rooms were for the kids when they were older, but all could be used as guest
rooms for family. Everything through the house will allow a dragon access with ease. I guess Margie is going to get to be
the nanny after all.

We head back downstairs and I put the tea on for us. Waiting for the pot to finish, we sit together and drink in all that
has happened. Lauren and I were going to have babies. I squealed in excitement and looked at Lauren. We jumped together up
and down in complete happiness. Jimmy is the first to sober up and pours the tea and creamer for all of us. Then starts to
make pancakes. Even the pantry is twice the size and completely full of good for you stuff.

As we ate Jimmy's wonderful pancakes, this time with strawberries and a side of champaine. We raise a toast "To our
family!"

After breakfast, "I think we need to all take the day off," Jimmy says. "It's obvious that FREYA intends for us to all
live together. We need the whole weekend to move our stuff in and get out of our apartments and close the leases."

Lauren says, "Jimmy's right, and I can't think of living anywhere that doesn't include all of us. I also think that with
the room we now have, that Katie and Austin should stay here, at least when they can, to save them money."

I add in, "And we have people who will want to share our happiness about the birth announcements. We have calls to make."
I immediately called Cappie, knowing it was still early, but figured he'd be in his office. When I explain the situation,
he was happy for us and told me to take as long as I needed. He was only surprised about Lauren being part of the whole,
but congratulated us all the same.

Lauren called her number one worker and told her that she wouldn't be in today and just do what she thought was right and
call in their helper.

Jimmy called his uncle and said he needed the day off. His uncle asked why and Jimmy told him that Lauren and I were
pregnant and he was the father to both of us, and we're all going to live together. After a pause, his uncle told him
congratulations and it was about time he was finally settling down. He ended by saying 'although I've seen both of those
women and you're sure not settling for anything but the best'. Jimmy was very pleased to finally get some praise from his
uncle.

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We spent the day getting Lauren's and then Jimmy's stuff moved in. We did stop by and see Mom and Pop to share the news.
Edith was overjoyed and Stan was beside himself. Every time someone came in they told them about the three of us. In a
calm moment Edith asked Lauren about what happened, and she said that she realized that loving Jimmy was only natural
because she loved me. Stan said he was hardly surprised.

During one of our trips to and from town, we call Katie and Austin and ask them to come by the house tonight, as we have a
special surprise for them. Katie asked if Gloria and Bobby can come too, since they had planned a double date. We said of
course, the more the merrier.

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We get back to the house from the final trip, and the only thing left to do is take care of the leases come Monday
morning. Saying 'house' now seems odd, cause it now resembles more a small castle or chalet. The garage has grown to fit
seven cars and our sports equipment with some left over room to prevent crowding. We get the last of it unloaded and take
a minute to savor the moment. Standing outside looking up at our home fills us all with so much glee.

Just then, before heading inside again, we hear cars coming up the road. Katie and Austin, followed by Gloria and Bobby.
They pull up next to us and Katie says, "If you hadn't been outside where we could see you, we would have thought we had
made a wrong turn somewhere." looking around in amazement, "How did all this happen aunt Freya?" Already guessing the
answer.

I took her and Austin aside and said it was part of FREYA's gift because of what we had to tell them. Gloria and Bobby had
never been here so didn't notice the changes and just complimented us on the house. I'm guessing they were both wondering
how we could afford a place like this.

We all go inside and take seats. Once Jimmy has poured everyone a glass of sparkling cider. Sipping at the cider, we tell
them our news, omitting FREYA's part, of course. Katie squeals and hugs Lauren and I together as we jump up and down. She
gets even more excited when we tell them we're having twins, girls and boys, just like her and Michael.

After Austin pats Jimmy on the back. Katie asks, "Have you told Michael yet?"

"No, not yet. We wanted you and Austin to know first. Cause Lauren thought that you'd like to have one of the rooms
upstairs when you don't need to be away for softball or baseball."

She looked at Austin and they both agreed. Then Austin said, "Why not call Michael now, he should be off work and heading
to get Candy. Maybe you can catch them together."

I thank Austin for the great idea. I put in a face time call, as Gloria and Bobby explore the house starting upstairs. As
the call is accepted Maryanne answers the phone, "Aunt Freya, it's so nice to see you again." I was a little taken aback.
"Michael told me all about what happened and made me promise to never say anything to anyone unless you said it was okay.
Michael was so right, you're very pretty. I wish I could have ears like you and Katie."

She just gushes on and on, "Thank you 'sunny bunny', I love seeing you again too. is Michael around sweetie?"

"Yeah, he just left the truck to get Candy. They're taking me to my game tonight. Oh, Here he comes now. .... Michael,
aunt Freya is on face time, hurry up."

"Hey aunt Freya, how are things? It's great to hear from you."

"That's why I called sweetie, Hi Candy, how are you darling?"

"I'm doing great Freya, how are you?"

"Well, I know you have Maryanne to take to her game. So I'll make it as quick as I can. And Thank you for telling her,
you're just the best. I know this may be hard to believe knowing what you do..... But we wanted you to know that Lauren
and I, are having twins, both of us that is, and Jimmy is the father."

They all start screaming at once and I can't understand what they're saying. "Guys, one at a time, I can't hear what
you're saying." I can see Maryanne nearly bouncing off the ceiling of Michaels truck. "Why don't you go first 'bunny'?"

Still clearly excited, "I love you, I love you, I love you! I finally get to be the older cousin!"

Michael says with Candy holding the phone out so I could see all of them, "Aunt Freya we're very happy to hear the good
news. Please let Jimmy know I think he's a very lucky man. We love you all and can't wait to see you again."

"Thank you, my 'little prince', I can't wait till you and your 'little princess' come to visit, this time you'll need to
bring my 'bunny' with you. Maybe an early Thanksgiving? I love you all!"

Together, "We love you all too! talk to you later." And we end the call. Katie comes back in time to hear the end of the
call.

"I just hope, 'your bunny' doesn't let the cat out of the bag to mom, or worse dad. You know how she is?"

"Katie, we'll just have to trust in FREYA"!

End of Chapter 20