Family life

[Mia Andreson]

It had been nearly a month since Mia had brought home little Nick and during that time most everything had settled. Nick was growing and the whole pack took turns caring for him, not out of obligation but because the kid was so darn cute. Mia still dealt with the sleepless nights of feeding but she had a lot of help during the day that let her make up for it by napping. Josh was over everyday for several hours, no exception. And things were going really well for the two of them. He was really proving himself and trust was beginning to be built. Mia still spent most nights in Davids bed and he too was showing he could be a wonderful father to Nick. Even though that situation for most people could have been awkward, for them it just seemed to work.

On the night that Nick had been home one month, Mia prepared a special dinner, sort of as a thanks for all the help with the new baby for all the pack and friends of the pack. She had spent the day preparing all the fixings of a good turkey dinner: turkey, gravy, mashed potatoes, stuffing, sweet potatoe casherole, green bean casserole, fruit salad, grilled shrimp, rolls, cranberry sauce...the house smelled like a restaurant. Finally, when it was all nearly ready, she ran to the back to change quickly before everyone arrived. It was nice to be back in her old body again, although she did miss the baby bump slightly. But her old clothes fit her and she could finally move around again without that big bowling ball on her front. So taking advantage of that she changed into a pair of jeans and a light pink low V front tank top. Then she darted to check on the Nick who was sleeping in his room.

[David Meeks]

David had finished work and was headed home. Mia had planned a large dinner for the pack for helping her with Nick. Most of pack had babysitted him at some point and David couldn't blame them. Nick was a cutie and a well behaved baby. When David got home, nobody had arrive yet. Mia was just coming from checking on Nick. David stopped her at the door.
"Hey beautiful." He smiled and kissed her. She had always been beautiful and since the birth of her baby she seemed even more beautiful. When he pulled away from the kiss he noticed the smell of all the food she'd cooked. He looked down at his suit, then at her.
"I'm gonna take a quick shower and change clothes. I'm be back." He stepped in to Nick's room and just watched for a second then stepped out and headed to the shower.

[Mia Andreson]

Mia blushed at the kiss then headed to the kitchen to set the table. She anticipated quite a lot of people, hopefully Nadine included, so she set up each spot at the large table. Once that was done she went to check on the food.

[Grayson Falconer]

Grayson drove up to the house in her beatup little compact car and parked on the side of the street. Lucinda had told her causal so she'd worn jeans and a red tank top. Nobody had arrive yet. She still hadn't met the Ulfric so she guessed the family dinner was a good time as any. She walked up the steps and on to the porch. She knocked on the door and one of the guards let her inside. She wasn't sure what she'd expected. The house was large and clean. The food smelled amazing. She stood and waited for someone to greet her.

[Mia Andreson]

Mia heard the door open and she left her food to see who it was. Standing by the door was a woman she had never met before but she smelled like wolf. She took a few steps closer, naturally a bit wary of a stranger in her house. "Hello there, I am Mia. Who might you be?" Her voice was friendly despite her inward caution.

[Jacqueline Kapelos]

Jacy recognized Grayson's car parked at the corner. She parked in front of it and went to porch. She was wearing jeans and a blue sweater. The others would be there shortly. She went inside and the food smelled good. She made her way to the living room and found Grayson.

[Grayson Falconer]

Grayson smiled when she saw the girl. Could this be the Ulfric's lover? She was young or at least she looked young. She eased closer to the girl but so close to scare her.
"My name's Grayson Falconer." She stopped and watched the girl for a second. "I joined the pack a few months ago...still haven't met the Ulfric."

[Mia Andreson]

Mia nodded and instantly relaxed. She had heard Graysons name mentioned before, mostly from David saying he kept meaning to meet her but with all the craziness of the new baby it kept getting pushed back. Tonight would be a good time for her to meet everyone. She stepped closer and gave the woman a hug, she was pack now after all. "Welcome Grayson, I am Mia. I am so glad to have finally met you. I believe Jaqueline had mentioned you a few times. David popped into the shower but he should be out soon. Make yourself at home. Can I get you something to drink?"

[Grayson Falconer]

Grayson instantly relaxed in the girls hug. She wasn't wolf but she wasn't human either. She wondered if the wolf scent she smelt on the girl was from the Ulfric. The girl was pretty. Grayson stepped out of the hug and looked at the girl.
"I'm ok...A little nervous about meeting the Ulfric. You seem nice, I like you." Grayson said smiling shyly at her.

[Jacqueline Kapelos]

Jacqueline came closer into the room. Closer to Mia and Grayson. Jacy smiled at them both.
"Hi, Mia." She paused and glanced over at Grayson then looked at Mia. "You need any help with the food or anything."
She smiled at Mia. "Maybe somebody to check on the our little man." Jacy hadn't spent a lot of time around kids but she liked baby Nick. He was a cutie.

[Mia Andreson]

Mia nodded with a grin to Jaqueline. "Yeah, you can check on him. Last I looked he was sleeping and the baby monitor is quiet but yes, you can check and make sure our little man hasn't gotten into mischief." She looked back at Grayson and handed her a glass of water. "Don't be nervous, David is a great guy. A good leader. Kind but firm. You seem nice too so I don't think you will have a problem"

[Grayson Falconer]

Grayson watched Jacy disappear down the hall. She took the water from Mia. She stood watching her for a second. She couldn't just ask Mia what she was. She sipped the water.
"Did you need some help with anything Mia?"

[Mia Andreson]

Mia shook her head. "Nope, just finishing up here. Just waiting on the rolls to come out of the oven now. Everything else is all set. And waiting on people showing up. So what brings you to Dallas?" She glanced down the hall, David should be out soon.

[David Meeks]

David had finished his shower and was getting dressed in jeans and a green t-shirt. After he was dressed he stepped into the hall and came to the living room with Mia and Grayson. At least he thought it was Grayson, he'd never actually met her in person. He waited a second and felt her wolf. He stopped next to Mia.
"Hi, Grayson, glad to finally met you." David said. He leaned in and kissed Mia on the cheek. "My cousin, Sunny just moved into Dallas...I invited her to dinner tonight. That was ok?" He asked watching Mia's face.

[Mia Andreson]

Mia grinned and wrapped an arm around his waist, giving him a little squeeze. She had heard about some of his family but from the sounds of things they weren't very close. Not that they had problems, just that life had sort of separated them. Hearing he had a cousin in town was good new. "Of course that is fine, baby. I am excited to meet some of your family."