A woman conceives at the age of 53 and gives birth to twins prematurely. But things take a bizarre turn when her son-in-law arrives at the hospital and notices the same birthmark on the babies shoulders as his.
When 53-year-old Barbara took the pregnancy test, and it showed two lines, she couldnt believe her eyes! Yes, she was expecting a child! The sudden weight gain and mood swings were not coincidental, but it was too late by the time Barabara realized it.
“Do you hear the heartbeats, Barbara?” Dr. Carter asked her when she visited the hospital.
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Barbara was taken aback. “Heartbeats?”
“Yes, Barbara. Dont you know youre pregnant with twins?”
Barbara froze in shock when Dr. Carter said that.
Being a mother is one of the most beautiful experiences a woman can have, but it came as a shock to Barbara because, at her age, she was already a mother, and not to mention, a grandmother to two beautiful girls.
“Can we please terminate the pregnancy, doctor?” Barbara asked, worried. “I dont want to go forward with it.”
The doctor gave her a disappointed look. “Im sorry, Barbara, but Im afraid its too late. I see some inconsistencies in your report, and I believe well have to admit you to the hospital for a while. I have a feeling youre going to have a premature delivery.”
“Please, doctor,” Barbara begged, her eyes welling up. “Is there nothing else I can do to avoid this pregnancy? I dont think Im prepared for this.”
“Im sorry, Barbara, but Im afraid I cant assist you. As I previously stated, your reports are not normal. And if we perform the abortion, you will be putting your life in danger.”
Barbara was devastated. She was scared of what would happen when her daughter learned that she was pregnant, but more than that, she feared how shed raise the kids alone. Nevertheless, she knew she wouldnt be able to hide the pregnancy for long. So she called Melanie that day and told her everything.
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“Oh, mom, come on!” Melanie burst out laughing on the call. “You shouldnt be cracking such jokes at that age!”
“Im serious, honey!” Barbara expressed her disappointment. “Could you please check your phone?”
Melanie was aware that her mother was seeing a man named Jackson, who was once a classmate of hers. Theyd gone to the same high school and university and met on Facebook. Hed even asked Barbara out, and theyd gone on a few dates.
However, Melanie didnt believe her mother was serious until she looked up her message and read the ultrasound reports. It proved that she was indeed pregnant and that she wasnt lying.
Melanie was taken aback. “Oh my goodness, Mom! This is unbelievable! But, what have you thought about it?”
“I really didnt want to continue with it, honey,” Barbara moaned. “But I dont have a choice. The doctors said abortion is too risky, so I have to go ahead with it.”
“Dont be concerned, mom,” Melanie reassured her. “If God has placed you in this position, he will also guide you. Im always there for you.”
Barbara was left in tears when her daughter said that. “But honey, dont you want to know….”
Before Barbara could finish, Melanie cut her off. “I dont need to know anything else, mom. Just dont stress yourself over anything. Okay?”
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“But what about Josh and the others? Theyll judge me for being pregnant at this age, and then those poor kids will have to face society. Im really worried, honey.”
“Why do you care what others think, mom? Youre aware of how people are. Theyll talk about you today, but they wont remember you tomorrow. As far as Josh is concerned, hes very understanding. Dont worry, Ill talk to him.”
“Alright, honey. Thank you,” Barbara said and then hung up. But she was still concerned about what would happen if the truth was revealed.
Melanie, like a responsible daughter, visited and cared for her mother from the moment she found out she was pregnant. Josh, Melanies husband, was equally supportive and accompanied her to the hospital on weekends to care for his mother-in-law. But all of this love and support vanished the day the twins were born.
When the nurse brought the babies, Melanie and Josh immediately noticed the birthmarks on the babies shoulders. Melanie was stunned, to say the least, and Josh couldnt believe his eyes!
“The birthmark…How is that possible? I cant believe you did this to me, Josh!” Melanie cried. “Did you cheat on me and with my mother?”
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“What? Are you crazy, Melanie? Theres nothing like that!” Josh explained.
“Dont lie to me, Josh! Look at those birthmarks! I cant believe this! And mom, even she didnt tell me!”
Josh was at a loss for words at this point. Hed noticed the birthmarks as well, but he wasnt the father of Barbaras twins. “Listen, Melanie, please calm down. It isnt what you think…”
“I dont want to listen to you, Josh!” Melanie snapped. “I need to talk to mom right now!” The woman said as she rushed to Barbaras ward.
Barbara, who had just woken after the delivery, was stunned to see her daughters face red, with tears running down her cheeks. “Honey, are you alright?” she asked, worried.
“Alright? Really, mom?” Melanie was furious. “I cant believe Josh and you…. Thats disgusting, mom. When did you two start meeting behind my back? Dont lie, I saw the birthmarks on the babies shoulders. Josh has the same birthmark!”
“Honey, please calm down,” Barbara said.
“How can I calm down, mom?” Melanie burst into tears once again. “I supported you throughout your pregnancy, mom! I was afraid Josh wouldnt support me in this, but he did. And I was surprised when he did that. Was he acting this way because he was the father? Also, you said you wanted to tell me something about the pregnancy when you called me that day, but I cut you off. I AM DIVORCING THAT MAN! I DONT WANT TO SEE HIS FACE!”
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Josh, who had just arrived after Melanie, tried to console her, but the young woman pushed him away and said she didnt want to hear anything.
Barbara couldnt hold back her tears when she saw her daughter in that state. She called Melanie over to her side and took her hand in hers. “Josh, you come here as well. Theres something you both need to know…” The older lady started and narrated the entire story.
It turned out that the father of Barbaras twins was Joshs father, Mr. Andrew Wilson. A few months ago, they all got together at Andrews ranch, where Barbara and Andrew got drunk and a little romantic.
Barbara was terrified of admitting the truth, but even more so of her daughter losing her family. As a result, she kept the truth to herself and never revealed it.
“Joshs father has the same birthmark as well, honey,” Barbara added. “If you dont believe me, ask Josh.”
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Melanie looked at Josh, who nodded in agreement. “Shes correct, Mel. My father and grandfather share the same birthmark.”
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“I guess I should have told you guys everything earlier. Im sorry,” Barbara broke down in tears.
Having heard the whole story from her mother, Melanie realized that she was wrong to jump to conclusions and apologized to Barbara and Josh. “Im sorry for the whole chaos I created. I should have given you guys a chance to explain yourselves. But mom,” she said, turning to Barbara. “I think you should tell Mr. Wilson about it.”
“Yes, Barbara,” Josh added. “Dad has the right to know what happened. Moreover, the kids are his responsibility too. I think you should tell him.”
Barbara was not sure about it, but she called Andrew and told him everything. He was taken aback by the news, but he decided to take responsibility for the children. A few hours after the call, he paid a visit to Barbara in the hospital with a bouquet and proposed to her on his knees in the most romantic way.
The older lady blushed and nodded yes. A few months later, the two were married at a church in an intimate family ceremony, and they are now a big happy family.
What can we learn from this story?
Dont jump to conclusions. If Melanie had been a little patient and listened to Josh and her mom, she wouldnt have created the chaos.Dont run away from your responsibilities. Mr. Wilson didnt run away from his responsibilities and agreed to take care of the twins.
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