Don't make me feel bad

 

Sweet Freddie looked alert and happy to see everyone. Of course, someone wanted to hold the baby more than anyone else. That person was Fan, but she finally handed him off to Jody.

"See this, I want you to have one of these some day," Fan knew she shouldn't have said it, but she couldn't help herself. Why couldn't her kids multiply?

Jody smiled, but she didn't say a word. She held the bundle of joy and took it right back to Angel because that was where the baby belonged. And it cried out only a little at her as if he wanted something. 

After a deep sigh, everyone moved out to the hallway so she could breastfeed. Even Jared made his way out as if he might lean against the wall for a quick nap.

"I told Cara about the baby," Jody said. No one responded. Of course, Jay high-tailed it for a smoke.

"What did she say?" Amanda finally asked.

"Nothing." Jody shrugged. "I only sent her a text."

Amanda nodded and asked if she'd like to get something to drink.

"Maybe I need the bathroom first," Jody told her so they went to the women's restroom and refreshed with a splash of water.

"I could use a shower," Amanda said. "I didn't expect we'd still be here."

"I should have brought sleeping bags," Jody's smile was open. "Next time we'll know what to do."

"Next time?" Amanda's eyes widened.

Jody couldn't help but laugh. "My mom's got plans for you."

"No, I heard her. She wants you to have a baby." Amanda pointed.

"But you're married," Jody told her it would be quite a while before she had a baby. 

"Jay doesn't want one," Amanda hugged herself.

"What about you?" Jody asked.

"Of course, I want one, but with the way the world is. It's expensive. And..and you know what Jay likes to spend his money on." She nursed her bottom lip.

"Don't let him stop you if you really want a baby then.."

Amanda nodded. Really, Jody would like to see Amanda happy. She thought she might be better off with Jay, after all.