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1. A Dream Come True

I tell this story not because it's over but because my goals and dreams when I left home are fulfilled. It was not an easy road … to hig...

Saturday 17 June 2017

1. A Dream Come True

I tell this story not because it's over but because my goals and dreams when I left home are fulfilled. It was not an easy road … to highlight a few things, within 24 hours I had been betrayed, lost a child, lost all I had, and to crown it all forced to leave my country. Today is a new day. It is a beautiful sunny morning and now all my dreams have come true. We had spoken about this day so many times, pictured it together so often that I had started living it even before there were any signs of hope. I sit here holding my babies and wondering which of them will want to take over from us as President of this empire we have built together ...



On a beautiful Monday morning, Elan and Al are in a hospital room. Elan is on the hospital bed looking exhausted but happy. Al props up her pillow and lays her back gently. He kisses her forehead, all the time focused on her face for any sign of discomfort or pain. He is casually dressed in a polo and slacks. Elan is in hospital clothes. Just as she gets comfortable, the nurse walks in pushing a trolley bed with two babies, Tunu and Mich the new additions to their family. Both parents beam and Elan stretches her hands to receive her babies.

Nurse,  'Congratulations! Here they are! Just perfect!'

Nurse Kate hands over one baby at a time to Elan. Hands trembling with joy, Elan then hands the baby over to Al and receives the second baby. After ensuring they are alright Nurse Kate leaves the parents brooding over their babies. A few moments later, smiling, they look at each other.

 'You made it happen!' They laugh, amused at how they said the same thing in unison.

'Well, we did it!' says Al

Elan is overwhelmed by all the joy and emotion she feels at the moment more so, grateful to have been given this opportunity to be a mother. She does not look a day over 30 but that was her age more than a decade ago. Her journey has been long and she clearly understands there is a place for miracles.  Even so, one has to be actively involved and trust the miracle can happen for them and is meant for them. She gratefully touches her husband's hand.

'You made it happen, dear, thank you.' 

Al in his usual mischievous way can't help but quip naughtily. 'Oh come off it! Well, I did contribute - the fun part!'

They continue playing with the babies for a moment but Elan is tired. Al puts the babies in their crib. He then turns his attention to Elan who is now lying back.

'Hmmm! You did what was most important - love me unconditionally. In spite and despite everything.... you stood up for me and beside me' she says eyes closed.

'For us, Beautiful' He takes her hand and holds it while sitting back on the bed. He is concerned about his wife's tiredness but knows better than to point it out. His mind shifts on to their journey together.

'Darling you are a strong woman. You know, it’s easy to stand when you have unwavering support - I had you' She opens her eyes and smiles as he holds her closer.

'The arguments with your mother, the pressure from your father and the loss of your estate. You could have taken the easy road - gone for someone younger. This is a big risk you’ve taken and I will forever be grateful....' she says as she too thinks of where they have come from.

'Shoosh ... you are perfect for me. You know that by now ...' says Al. They continue savouring the moment enjoying the sunlight that is streaming through the blinds. 

Their serene moment is disturbed by the sudden opening of the door after a light knock which they hardly noticed.  Dela, Elans personal assistant, Leila her best friend and Zan, Leila's brother and their company lawyer come in right behind the nurse

'Hey, some guests for you, I will be back to get those two in 10 minutes.' says Kate as the little group dashes in excitedly. Al cheerfully hugs the ladies and shakes hands with Zan.

Leila who has been with her friend through her tumultuous journey is almost as excited as Elan if not more. Greetings, kisses and hugs are joyfully exchanged and gifts are given and put on the table next to the window. Zan takes a few seconds longer hugging Elan who pushes back slightly and snuggles back beside Al. 

'They are so pretty!' cries, Dela

'You just sorted it all at once girl! - one touch!' adds Leila

'and it turns to gold! ' finishes Dela. They all laugh at what has been their tagline ever since they knew Elan was having twins. She had wanted more than one child as she didn't want to go through the process of childbirth twice. At 45 it was not only hazardous to her but to the babies as well. Thankfully, everything had worked out perfectly with no complications. Either way, her doctors treated her with extra special care and she had more visits to the obstetrician than most pregnant women. While she did not feel any less older or tired than she normally would, she chose to go along with her doctors and husbands plan to keep everyone at ease.

'Elan, this is all your dreams come true!' Dela continues 

'yes it is Dela, yes it is. But, we are allowed to continue dreaming ...' she replies, obviously thinking about her next milestone in the long list of to-dos she kept in her tablet. Her thoughts are interrupted by her husband who now has to leave and go take care of business. 

'Honey, let me go sort out a couple of things at work - will be back in the afternoon.' he assures her 

'Ok dear' She replies

Al leaves after bidding the ladies bye and giving Zan a sharp look while shaking hands. Zan smiles and saunters to the bed. He then pulls a chair close.

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