“Yeah, and Grace pretty much told Ellie the same thing I did. She needs to take a break from trying to get pregnant and just enjoy her time with Gunner. I know Gunner is so. He’s learning about the cattle business, so Garrett and Emma can retire for good, he’s designing their house. Besides Jeff, I’ve never in my life seen a man who would do anything for the woman he loves. He absolutely adores the ground Ellie walks on. It’s so incredibly sweet, Mom. ”
“He is a sweetheart, no doubt. I would have to say you and Ellie are two very lucky bitches. ”
“Oh my god, Mom! Jesus, Mary, and Joseph! And people wonder where I get it from. ”
“Come on, let’s go meet Ellie and find you a dress. ”
***
I was snapped out of my thoughts by Jeff’s voice.
“Good morning, babies. ”
I had to smile. I sat up in bed and watched him carry over a tray full of food, setting it down over my lap.
“Oh my gosh, what’s all this?” I looked at a bowl of fresh fruit sitting next to a plate full of scrambled eggs, two pieces of whole wheat toast, and blueberry muffins along with a glass of orange juice.
“It’s breakfast for my two favorite people. ”
“Two, huh?”
“Yep, you and the boy,” Jeff said with the cutest damn smile on his face.
“The boy, huh? What makes you so sure it’s gonna be a boy?”
“I’m not sure at all. I figured I’d just take turns each day. Today, the baby is a boy, and tomorrow, a girl That way, it’s equal time for both. ”
I threw my head back and laughed. “I love that idea. Now, about all this food, Jeff. I can’t eat all of this even if I am eating for two. ”
“Just eat what you can, babe, I’ll eat the rest. By the way, happy birthday, Ari. I got you just a little something to start off your day. ” He reached into his pocket and pulled out a jewelry box.
My stomach had butterflies in it. How does he do this to me?
As soon as he handed it to me, I started to take off the wrapping paper, and then I opened the box. When I saw what was inside, I let out a gasp as I looked up at him. He was smiling with tears in his eyes. As I looked back down, everything started to blur. I reached up and wiped away my tears.
“Jeff, it’s. . . I don’t even know what to say. It’s absolutely perfect. ”
“Do you like it?” He started to take the diamond angel-wing pendant necklace from my hands to put it on.
Leaning forward, I lifted up my hair. When his hands brushed against my neck, I became covered in goose bumps.
“Like it? Jeff, I love it. Beyond words, I love it. ”
He leaned over and kissed me so gently on the lips that I let out a moan.
“Shit, Ari, don’t make noises like that, or you won’t be eating breakfast anytime soon. ”
I smiled against his lips and then let out another low sexy moan.
The next thing I knew, the tray of food was gone, and Jeff was on top of me, kissing me. What started out with very slow gentle kisses quickly turned into something more heated and passionate.
After I was able to catch my breath, I smiled at him. “I think that was the best birthday present ever!”
“I’m so glad to hear that, baby. Come on, I have another surprise for you at Garrett and Emma’s house. ”
“Jeff, wait. Before we go up there, I need to tell you something. ”
“Is everything okay?” Jeff looked panicked.