'Cravings ONE week passed, and the Altamirano already find out my pregnancy. They were all shocked, bewildered, and excited that I was carrying the first third generation Altamirano. The moment they found out I was pregnant, Dad had the room next to mine renovated for the nursery room. My Tita Hannah and Tito Marcus, her husband, immediately got a crib and rocking chair for our baby. Then, Uncle DC, my senator uncle and Tita Sofia, his wife who won Miss Universe way back and used to be an actress, got us other things that the baby might need. Hindi 'ko maiwasan ang hindi mapangiti dahil hindi pa man lumalabas ang anak namin ni Reeve, marami na kaagad ang nagmamahal sa kaniya. In addition, Harper and Rejie visited our house, and finally, they met Reeve. I still remember their reaction when I introduced my husband, their jaw dropped. We catch up on some things that we haven't talked about after a very long time, and that includes some details about my marriage life with Reeve
Date Night Days went on, and the most awaited holiday in 365 days came. Nang sumapit ang dapit-hapon ay magkatulong kami ni Reeve na magluto ng noche buena. Reeve cooked foods that are prepared in France at Christmas; Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup, baked scallops, and magret de canard or duck breast that looks like steak. Niluto 'ko naman ang specialty 'kong carbona. For dessert, he made eggnog crème Brûlée and Bûche de Noël, a traditional French Christmas dessert shaped and decorated like a log. Napasimangot ako nang dumako ang paningin 'ko sa inumin. I wanted to drink wine, pero dahil buntis ako, Reeve insisted that we replace the wine to red iced tea. "No wine for you, wife," he says before pouring a red iced tea into the wine glass. "Here, just think that is wine and not juice," he says, inuuto ako. I huffed an air and accepted the drink. "Cheers," I voice, a little unhappy, and quickly raise my wine glass to clink to his. He held my chin, gazing at me. "Wife, don't be
Pregnancy Journey AS THE days passed, my pregnancy hormones are getting worse. I don't have morning sickness anymore, but my mood is making me feel like I am a witch. Mabilis na ang pagbabago ng mood ko: Mabilis na akong mainis, madaling maluha, madalas magdamdam, and the most important thing is my sex hormones is always high! I'm also getting clingy with Reeve, too. Nagiging weird na rin ang mga pagkaing gusto 'kong kainin. But as a doctor, I know that all of this were normal to feel when pregnant. Mabilis nagusot ang mukha 'ko nang maramdaman ang pagpihit ng sikmura 'ko. Dali-dali akong pumasok sa banyo at sumuka. Nakaramdam ako ng pagkahilo nang may kamay na masuyong lumapat at humagod sa aking likod. I raised my head and saw Reeve, he was looking at me, worriedly. Nagmumumog ako bago humarap sa kaniya. I hugged him tight and buried my face on his chest. I heaved a breath. He gently carried me in his arms and stepped towards our bedroom. "Are you feeling okay, wife? Are
Baby Stuffs IT'S been a month since I found out that I am pregnant, and my tummy is a bit noticeable now. Today, I have a schedule with my OB-GYN for a monthly check-up. As usual, Reeve is going with me. Buong araw akong nasa bahay dahil day-off 'ko ngayon. Nakasuot ako ng isang dusty pink dress at 'yong dior sandals 'ko. Reeve, on the other hand, wore a black fitted shirt and black pants. Kitang-kita tuloy ang mga tattoo niya sa braso, which makes him look hotter. "Wow. You're wearing flats instead of heels!" He commented and hugged me. Halatang-halata sa boses niya na tuwang-tuwa siya dahil hindi ako nakasuot ng heels.Palibhasa, paranoid siya na baka madulas o matapilok ako. I nodded. "Para hindi kana mag-alala," His eyes gleam in delight. "You're the best." He smiled and kissed me on my forehead. When we finished the check-up, Reeve and I walked out of the hospital while holding each other hands. Everyone I passed greeted me, and I greeted them back. Everyone in our departm
Making love "Reeve. . ." I moaned against his mouth and found myself wrapping my arm around his neck. His hand went to my waist, caressing it. I bit his bottom lip when he cupped my breast and squeezed it like a dough. He's really good at this. Such a perfect chef! My vagina pulsated when I felt his long fingers on my feminity, sliding my wet underwear to the side so he could enter me. And in a blink of an eye, Reeve slowly entered me while I was still sitting on his lap. "Scream," he whispered seductively against my ear. "I want to hear you scream my name, Kelsea." My mouth fell open as my breath winded when he slowly glides in and out. "Reeve!" A moan escape from my mouth when he kissed my lips fully, then freed me to lean and suck my neck. "Oh! Please, deeper, hubby. . ." "I think that's enough, wife. The baby might get hurt if I get deeper—" Umiling ako. "I said deeper! I am the doctor here, please. . . Oh!" I moaned when he slowly got deeper inside me. "Fuck,"
Sabotage Another day had passed, and the moon made on top again. I was alone at home dahil kailangan umalis ni Reeve dahil nagkaroon ng problema sa Zuriel's. Since he was the owner, he needed to be there. He was about to say no to the chef who called him when I convinced him to go. I feel like I am being an hindrance on his business to grow, since palagi siyang nandito kasama ako. I was about to go upstairs when the doorbell rang. I took a deep breath and went outside just to see a delivery man holding a paper bag from my favourite coffee shop. Napakurap-kurap ako nang iabot sa'kin ng delivery man ang paper bag. "Delivery for Kelsea Altamirano from Reeve Rochefort," aniya. My heart melted by that sweet effort of him. "Really?" Tumango lang ang lalaki at akmang aalis na nang magsalita ako. Bumalik ang tingin niya sa'kin, nagtataka. "Don't you need my signature?" Umiling siya. "H-Hindi na po," I gave him a timid smile and nod. Nang makaalis ang delivery man ay inas
The Aftermath EXPECTEDLY, I woke up in the hospital. I panicked as soon as I remembered what happened. Inilapat 'ko ang kamay sa aking tiyan at pinakiramdam. How's my baby? I looked at the door when it opened at bumungad sa akin si Mommy. She is wearing her doctor's coat and clear specs. "Kelsea, how do you feel?" she asked. "The baby?" I spoke nervously. She froze for a split second before she took a deep breath. I began to breathe heavily. I held her hand and squeezed it. I swallowed a lump in my throat before I spoke. "M-Mommy, tell me. Is my baby alive?" My voice cracked. She squeezed my hand mighty and gave me a nod. "Yes, the baby is safe, sweetie." Nakahinga ako ng malalim habang naluluha na naman. "Thank God! I thought. . . I thought something bad happened," my tears started falling like a waterfalls. Mom brushed my tears away from my eyes. "Where's Reeve, Mommy? Nasaan siya?" "I told him to go for a fresh air. He cried when he saw you with the blood."
Who did this "DRA. Kelsea, here's your CBC result, and it states that your blood has acetaldehyde. You're familiar with that, right? It's a chemical used in alcohol, and it was the reason, why you had vaginal bleeding," Mom says and shows me the tablet where my test result was. My hands trembled when I accepted the tablet. My hand formed into a fist when I read that my blood had really mixed with acetaldehyde. A chemical used in alcohol that damages the human's DNA and prevents the body from repairing the damage. Acetaldehyde can be turned into acetic acid— an ingredient in vinegar. Nanikip ang dibdib 'ko kaya kailangan 'kong huminga ng malalim. I can't believe someone has the audacity to harm my baby. Isang tao lang naman ang kilala 'kong may kayang gumawa ng ganito. I don't want to point my fingers at that person because I have no evidence, but if ever my assumption turns out true, I will make sure that she'll be doomed. I gave back the tablet and smiled faintly. "Thank yo
Unseen chapter: The Honeymoon We had fun in the night market and so did the bonfire party with the other guests. Nakainom din kami ng authentic Mexican foods at alcohol. Nauna na akong maligo sa asawa ko't nag-aayos pa 'yon ng mga pagkain na pinauwi sa amin ng mga mababait na staffs. I was patting my damp, long hair when I caught a glimpse of the thin, vulgar, red lingerie that Khrizanta had gifted me. She told me to wear it on our honeymoon. I don't know what got to me, and I brought it with me. The chills the lingerie gives me make my blood rush in my veins quicker. I shut my eyes, and the moment my eyes opened, I found myself bravely wearing the lingerie. Tinignan ko ang sarili sa salamin. From the boobs down to my thighs and bottoms, it fitted me so well. My confidence increased rapidly the longer I stared at myself. I took my make-up kit and looked for a bold colour of lipstick. I picked the one with a red shade and spread it on my lips. "This must make him drool, rig
Unseen chapter: The HoneymoonI woke up the next day without my husband on the bed. Bumangon ako sa kama at napangiti nang maamoy ang mabangong amoy na nanggagaling sa niluluto niya.I stretched up my sore muscles before tidying up the bed. After that, I marched towards the bathroom and took my time doing my morning rituals.I grabbed my phone and walked towards the glass door of the balcony, pulling it open. Tumapak ako palabas at pinagmasdan ang tanawin. I took a sigh of amazement as the view in front of me took my breath away. The immaculate cerulean blue water of the sea is screaming tranquillity. Hindi masyadong malakas ang alon sa dagat. I can see people enjoying their day at the beach.I sat on the rattan couch while holding my phone. Nakahinga ako nang maluwag nang makitang may update na si Mommy tungkol kay Killian. Apat na messages 'yon at may kasama pang attachments.Mommy sent me pictures and a short clip of Killian's day without us. They went to church this morning and a
Unseen chapter: The Honeymoon For my first outfit, I wore a ruffled sleeves white dress that reached above my calves. I turned my dark hair into a low bun with a few thin hairs dangling on both sides of my face. I applied light make-up as it suits me very much. Hindi na ako nagsuot ng mga alahas at tanging wedding ring namin ni Reeve at ang hikaw ko ang suot ko. Reeve was wearing a black button-down short sleeve and white trousers. The first four buttons of his shirt were opened, revealing his hard chest. Kumakapal na rin ang buhok ni Reeve. Simula noong mag retired siya bilang lieutenant-colonel, nagpapahaba na siya ng buhok. But hubby continued getting faded haircut as I told him I love seeing him with faded hairstyle. Reeve and I entered the highly recommended Mexican restaurant near our hotel called Riviera Maya restaurant. The restaurant itself has a modern Mexican interior and an overlooking ocean view. A server immediately introduced himself and guided us to our tabl
Unseen chapter: The Honeymoon "Hubby, do you think it's really okay to leave Killian? What if he cried because we weren't there for him? What if something bad happened to him while we were away? What if the breast milk I prepared ain't enough?" I asked worriedly. "Do you want us to bring him? We can go back and get him," he asked back. We are now in the car, travelling to the airport. Hindi na namin sinama si Killian at baka magdalawang-isip pa ako na hindi tumuloy. I don't want to leave our son. I am too worried about him, but at the same time, I want to be with Reeve, just the two of us, on our honeymoon vacation. I sighed and shook my head. "I want to, but this is our vacation as husband and wife. I just can't stop thinking and worrying about our son. Ito ang unang beses na iiwan natin siya sa loob ng apat na araw," He reached for my elbow and tugged me so I could face him. "Wife, don't worry too much about Killian, okay? He's in the good hands. Your parents want to ha
Unseen chapter: The Honeymoon "Hubby, do you think the 20 million we donated to the kids and families in Palestine is enough, or should we add at least 10 million more?" Reeve's strong arms immediately caught my waist. He pulled me and let me use his lap as my chair. My heart instantly leapt with his move. "Wife, 20 million is enough. We still have Ukraine and another country to send our donations, remember?" "Yes..." "So, we have to save..." I felt his hand squeeze my waist. "Baka mamulubi naman tayo niyan," My lips parted before I chuckled. "Hindi naman siguro, hubby." He bowed his head in silence before he burst into laughed. "You are not sure, wife." I felt his lips on my cheek. "Have you told Killian about our plans?" I sighed upon remembering that. Reeve and I will fly to Mexico this week for our honeymoon for our second wedding. Today is our real honeymoon because when we first got married and had our honeymoon, we were both drunk. Last month, our wedding
Time flies so fast because Killian is growing so fast. Killian is now ten months old, and in two months, he will turn 1. He can now crawl and stand on his own. He also have two primary teeth in front of his gums. He likes to explore and be mobile the reason why we've put up safety barriers in his nursery room. Killian giggled as I tickled him gently on his chubby neck. His little chuckles are sound to my ears. I can't help but chuckle while watching him. May dalawang ngipin na siya sa harapan, making him more adorable. "You like it when Mama tickles you, huh?" I gently said and kissed him on his forehead. "Mama and Papa loves you so much, baby. Don't grow up so fast, please?" Killian made a random sounds as if he was talking back at me. Napangiti ako pinunasan ang namumuong laway sa gilid ng labi niya. Saktong lumabas si Reeve galing bathroom nang magsalita si Killian sa unang pagkakataon. It wasn't the first time, but it was the first he uttered clear words. Most of the time,
ON our second day, we went to the French Aquarium in Le Bon Marche. Kirsten and Killian enjoyed their time there since they had some activity regarding sea creatures. We also went to some high-end brand shops to buy pasalubong. Then, we went to the Eiffel Tower. Tomorrow, we decided to visit the Disneyland Paris. I was staring at the magnificent view of the sunset when I suddenly craved steak. I wanted to eat steak, but not the usual steak that was cooked by a normal chef. I want it to be exceptional! I pulled the hem of Reeve's jacket. I looked at him in doe when he glanced at me in confusion, yet his aura looked radiant. Palibhasa, natuloy kami sa pagdidilig kagabi. And I swear it was so good that we had four rounds! "Hmm? What does my wife want?" he asked while grinning. "I want steak for dinner." He looked dazed. "Steak? I knew a steak restaurant in the corner," he says. I shook my head in disagreement. "No! Gusto 'ko luto ni Gordon Ramsay! I want him to cook the steak
After over 16 hours of non-stop flight, the airplane safely landed at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. Reeve got our luggage on the carry-on while I readied the kids to disembark the plane. But before we leave, lumabas si Dad mula sa cockpit para batiin kami. I was mesmerized seeing him wearing a pilot uniform. May mga ibang crew ang napatingin sa paglapit ni Dad sa amin. Dad gave me a peck on my cheeks before he tapped Reeve's shoulder. "Lolo, you're here! You are amazing, Lolo! You navigate this big aircraft by yourself!" Killian jaunty says. "Thank you, buddy," sagot ni Dad at bahagyang ginulo ang buhok ni Killian. "Lolo is a pilot?" Kirsten innocently says. Dad nodded, chuckling. "I am, sweetheart. How's the flight?" he asked cooly. "The flight was fine, Dad. Thank you for landing us safe," sagot 'ko. "Of course, sweetheart. That's my job, to make you all safe in the air and to make sure the plane will safely land on the runaway," he answered. "You're so cool, Lolo!
DAYS and weeks went in the blink of an eye. Last two months, we celebrated Killian and Kirsten's birthday. And now Reeve and I will celebrate our 7th anniversary as a husband and wife. We've been married for 17 years, but we are celebrating the anniversary of our second marriage. . . "So. . . You'll be back next month?" Mom asked in curiosity. I nodded with a subtle smile. "Yes, mom." "Ingat kayo doon, okay? Message me after the airplane lands at the airport," she said, making me nod. "Don't worry about us, Mom, we will be fine," I assured her. "I'll miss you and these two adorable children," she says and proceeds on hugging Killian and Kirsten. "I'll miss you both, sweetie pie," she says. "I will miss you too, Lola pretty!" Killian muttered. "Love you, Lola," Kirsten says, kissing mom on the cheeks. Nakangiti ako habang nakatingin sa kanila. When the boarding was announced, we knew we needed to let our feet walk until we reached the inside of the plane. I was pulling o