Sometimes life is just weird. When I was little I remember nagging on my moms for a little sister, I didnt want to be the only child. But as I grew up, I guess I got used to it, and I cant even imagine how this house is gonna look like with a baby in it. I mean thats it with my music late in the evening. My moms are always complaining about the volume, but I guess thats what parents do. Its hard to imagine my moms with a baby. Do they remember how to take care of a baby? After all, its like 15 years ago I was a baby. Maybe these stuff are like riding a bike? You never forget? I dont know. I can tell my moms are thrilled though. And I dont wanna bring their happiness down. Bette has become really weird. Shes acting strangely, and Im not the only one that thinks so. Alice and her new boyfriend Jim, Shane, Carmen, Jenny and Marina were here to get the news. They were all really surprised that Bettes the one whos pregnant. And I can see why; thats the last thing anyone was suspecting. And shes walking around the house, singing to herself when she thinks no one hears. Ive lived with her for 16 years, and Ive never seen her act like this. Its actually kind of amusing.

Kathy? Bette walked into my room.

Yea? I looked at here from my bed where I was lying on my back.

Mom and I are Um. We need some time for ourselves tonight. She looked at me.

Oh, okay. I suspected what they were gonna do, but I didnt really wanna think about it. Can I stay with Dana and Lara? I asked, remembering the last time I slept over there. We had had so much fun! Lara and I made dinner and we all ate it in the living room, watching TV.

I dont know honey, they just got back from that big tournament in New York, they might want a night for themselves as well. Bette really seemed to be sorry.

So where am I supposed to be? I asked.

Well, I can ask Shane and Carmen if you can stay there?

Yea, okay. Thats fine. As long as I dont have to stay with Jenny and Marina. I muttered.

Hey, whats wrong with Jenny and Marina? Bette asked me.

Well, maybe you havent noticed, but Jennys a little weird

Bette laughed at me. Believe me honey, shes not as weird as she was 16 years ago.

I was surprised to get this answer from her. I thought she would be angry at me for saying something like that.

So you want me to call Shane or what? I asked her.

Nah, Ill call her, I was just checking so its alright with you.

Yea, its ok. Bette smiled at me before she walked out of my room. I looked after her before I laid my head on the pillows and shut my eyes. I found it relaxing to just lie there while my moms were talking out in the living room, it made me feel safe and satisfied. I fell asleep only minutes later, and I woke up an our later when Tina sat on the side of my bed.

Hi honey, I didnt wanna wake you up, but Dana and Lara is gonna be here soon. I thought you might wanted to get some stuff together. I yawned and looked at my mom.

Dana and Lara? I thought I was staying with Shane and Carmen? I yawned again.

Tina laughed at and bent down to kiss my forehead. They were busy, and Jenny and Marina werent home.

I smiled at my mom. So when are they coming here?

Any minute. And just as she had said that, the doorbell rang. I think theyre here now. She added.

We both got out in the living room. Hey kiddo! Dana greeted me.

I ran up to her and gave her a hug. Congrats on the victory!

She pulled back and grinned at me. Thanks.

You shouldve been there and seen her. Lara said. She was amazing. 

I smiled at her as I embraced her too. My moms watched us and smiled, they knew that Dana and Lara were my favourite aunties, and I loved spending time with them

Do you guys wanna come in for some coffee before you go? Tina asked Dana and Lara. They accepted it, and while they were talking about Danas tennis tournament I packed my bag.

So, shall we go? I asked as I got out in the kitchen.

Tina laughed at me. We havent drunken our coffee yet.

I put my bag down at the door and joined them at the table. So have you told them yet?  I asked

No, we havent. Bette said. Maybe you wanna tell them?

Tell us what? Dana looked confused at all of us.

Bettes pregnant. I said smiling.

What? Dana looked shocked.

Congratulations! Lara smiled widely.

Just then my cell phone rang and I went to pick it up. Hello? I answered.

Hi, Kathy. Its Emma

I was shocked, to say the least, to hear Emmas voice in the other end, and I didnt know what to tell her. I didnt think shed call me after her mom walked in on us. I went inside my room and shut the door, so my moms wouldnt find out. Hey. I answered. Whats up?

I miss you.

I bit my nails, I didnt know what to say. Um. I- I didnt think you were gonna call.

Whys that? I sat down on my bed.

Look Emma, I.. Im sorry but I I want you to leave me alone. And with that I hung up and went out to the kitchen again. Dana and Lara had just gotten up from the table.

So were going? I asked.

Yea. Dana answered and smiled at me.

Bye! I said to my moms as I grabbed my bag and walked out to Danas Subaru. Dana and Lara laughed before saying goodbye to my parents and walk out to the car. We went to their place and Dana put my bag in the guestroom, which was right beside the master bedroom. Then we went down to the living room to watch TV. Dana and Lara snuggled up in a corner in the couch and I sat down in one of the chairs.

Hey, what are you doing all the way over there? Dana asked me and waved at me to join them. I laughed and snuggled up with them. Dana played with my hair while we were watching the commercial. We watched Bridget Jones Diary, and we all laughed really hard. When the movie ended my belly felt really empty. Im hungry. I looked at Dana and Lara and they smiled at me.

What do you want to eat? Lara asked me.

I dont know. Whatve you got?

Um. I dont know. Lets go check. Lara said and rose from the couch.

All three of us went into the kitchen. I opened the refrigerator, but didnt find anything I wanted so I shut it again. Cant we order in pizza?

Both Dana and Lara laughed at me. Youve got a chef that can make food for you, and you want to order in pizza? Dana asked.

I nodded my head. Yea! Lets give Lara a break, lets order in! I smiled widely at them.

Lara put her arms around Danas waist and rested her head against Danas shoulder. Listen to the teenager. She laughed.

We ordered in pizza and ate it in front of the TV. Then we decided to watch Coyote Ugly, for old times sakes. Dana played with my hair again, and I got really sleepy. Dana woke me up when the movie had ended. Hey, its time to go to bed. She smiled at me.

I yawned and went up the stairs to the guestroom. Lara woke me up at 11 am the next morning. 

Hey sleepyhead. Time to wake up. She said as she pulled up the curtains. I turned away from the light and muttered a little.

Just then Dana walked into the room. Hey guys, we have to go to the hospital, Alice was in an accident

TBC.