Anastasia''s mind was already home, eager to see her three little ones. With a loving husband and three adorable kids, she felt that every hardship she''d ever faced was worth it.


    Herman, knowing how anxious Anastasia was, quickly called Nelson and Flynn toe up and grab their things. Just as they were leaving, Herman got a call from James.


    James, knowing Anastasia wasing home today, had a few reminders for Herman. "Just remember," James said, "take it easy and don''t rush things. You''ve been patient this long, a bit more won''t hurt." Herman, feigning annoyance, replied, "Are you trying to get on my nerves?"


    Jamesughed, "Your threats don''t scare me. Your wife''s your treasure, take care of her. I''m heading out of town and will miss the baby''s christening, but I''ve left a gift on your desk."


    "Got it," Herman said. "Just remember to send your share of the gift money."


    James quipped, "Aren''t you a big shot? Why''re you squeezing me for cash?"


    Herman retorted, "All my money''s with Anastasia. I''m broke, just wire it to me."


    "Seriously, Herman? No chance. No cash from me, and don''t forget your gift. Gotta board my flight."


    "Safe travels," Herman said, just teasing. After hanging up, he went downstairs to join Anastasia in the car for the ride home.


    The christening was set for next Monday, and with today being Friday, they had a few days to go. Anastasia was so eager to get there; the drive seemed to drag on forever. She wished the car could just sprout wings and fly.


    As soon as they pulled into Southridge Estates and parked, Anastasia practically flew out of the car. Pattie was the first to run out and meet her, knowing her mom was home.


    Seeing her eldest daughter, Anastasia beamed, "Pattie, you look so pretty today! Definitely my daughter, getting more beautiful every day."


    Pattie grinned at thepliment. At seven, she was already tall and graceful, a beauty in the making.


    Salma came out with a smile, "Ana, son-inw, wee back."


    Herman grinned, "Mom, where''s grandma? And the babies, are they napping?"


    "They''re upstairs, Emmie and Little Buddy are swimming."


    Swimming''s great for boosting kids'' immunity.


    Hearing this, Anastasia was thrilled, "I''ll go see them, Pattie,e with me."


    Pattie hesitated but didn''t show it, following her mom upstairs. Salma, worried about possible squabbles, tagged along to keep an eye on things.


    Flynn chimed in, "I want to see my niece and nephew too!"


    The house had a special big tub for the babies to swim in, with perfectly controlled room and water temperatures. Emmie and Little Buddy, with their swim rings, were in the water. Little Buddy, thezier one, was dozing on his ring, just floating around. Emmie kicked her tiny legs, swimming happily, while Katelyn snapped pictures for Facebook, proudly showing off her grandkids.


    "Look at Emmie swim, Herman," Katelynughed. "She''s great. Little Buddy''s a bitzy, just like Flynn was."


    Flynn, watching the little ones, eximed, "They''re so cute! Human babies are just adorable, absolutely irresistible." Anastasia, filled with gentle joy, lightly poked Little Buddy, "Come on, little guy, wake up and swim. You''re the big brother." Seeing her poke him, Katelyn gently reminded, "Ana, be careful. Babies'' skin is delicate; you might scratch him."


    Salma, overhearing, shook her head slightly, thinking, here we go again.