Changes

When I wake up I see we have a water pod by the bed. I call out to Marcus and both him and his mom walks in the door.

" How are you feeling sweetheart? You were asleep in five minutes after we got back. Your dad got the pod in and set up while you slept. Are you hungry?"

"Yes I'm starving. I felt like I was full of energy this morning why did I pass out like that?"

"Your body is trying to keep up with the babies. You are both human as well as one of us but the babies are more than us so it is overwhelming your body. Starting now you will be taking these vitamins and I will be back with your juice and food in a minute."

"Thank you. Marcus do I really have to stay in bed? What about sex? I believe it's going to get very boring for the next few months."

As Kara brings in a tray with everything on it she has Marcus bring over the hospital table. She puts everything down and pulls a bottle out of her pocket. She takes out a huge pill and hands it to me. It takes me a few tries to swallow it. Then she lifts the lid off the food.

"Wow this looks great. Will you guys sit with me or do you have things to do?"

"Well Marcus needs to go to the store but I will sit with you."

Marcus leans down and kisses me. Then he grabs the papers off the dresser and heads out the door.

"So what do I need to focus on? What can I or can't I do? Will Marcus be staying with me? What about sex?"

"The doctor wants you to remain as calm as possible. You are on complete bed rest. The only times you can get up is to go to the bathroom or to go to the tank. I'm sorry sex is out. As far as I know Marcus will be staying with you. In order to help pass time I will move your yarn and other things in the room to give you something to do. When you take a shower you will have to do it with Marcus in case another dizzy spell happens. I will come spend time with you if you like. And the doctor said she would come to you."

" Gee that all sounds like fun. Not that you spending time with me is a bad thing I just hate having to stay in bed. I know I have to for the babies sake but still it's a bit depressing. How long will Marcus be gone?"

"He should be back in about an hour why?"

"Could you tell me more about our other planet? What are the names of out people? Do you have any pictures of the planet?"

"Well I was born here on earth but according to my grandmother the planet was called Aquarius. I guess the planet was seventy-five percent water. I am told the seas were a blue/purple. And before it went super nova I guess the sun was more mello than the sun here. I don't have any pictures but I wish I did. Oh hey maybe after the babies are born perhaps we can go to the museum, that way we can both learn more about the planet of our origin."

"I think that would be a great idea I can't wait. And I appreciate you telling me more about it. Dad just kinda glossed over it when he told me about it. Is there any chance of more food? I feel like I am always hungry."

"Sure honey I made plenty. Oh I forgot the salad the first time. I will bring that in first. I'll be right back."

After Kara brings in another plate of food and my salad I ask the question that has been on my mind for a while now.

"So has anyone seen or heard from my crazy stockers?"

"Well from what I understand they are still roaming around the mountain but have had no luck finding you. Marcus made it look like you went to Canada at your old campsite. We are hoping they take the hint and go look for you there. Now that you have finished eating do you want to take a nap or relax in the water pod?"

"I think I will choose the water pod"

So Kara helps me get into the pod and I end up falling asleep. I am still asleep when Marcus comes home. So I miss the conversation about the intruders on the land.