The day I was set to pick up my wife, Suzie, and our brand – new twin daughters from the hospital was meant to be the pinnacle of my happiness. I had planned every single detail down to the last dot. The nursery was decked out with cute animal – themed decorations, and a delicious home – cooked meal was waiting in the slow – cooker, filling the house with a warm, inviting aroma. This was the day our family was going to grow, and I couldn’t wait to start this new chapter.
But as I drove to the hospital that sunny morning, with colorful balloons bouncing cheerfully in the passenger seat, little did I know that my world was about to shatter. I was grinning from ear to ear, my heart full of anticipation. Suzie and I had weathered a storm during her pregnancy. The constant morning sickness that left her drained, the nagging back pain that made even the simplest tasks a struggle, and the never – ending stream of intrusive advice from my overbearing mother. Yet, I was certain that this day would mark a bright new beginning for us.
As I strolled through the hospital corridors, greeting the familiar nurses with a friendly wave, my excitement was palpable. I practically skipped towards Suzie’s room, my steps quickening with each passing moment. But when I pushed open the door, my heart dropped like a stone to the pit of my stomach. There, in their bassinets, were our two precious baby girls, Callie and Jessica, their tiny faces peaceful in slumber. But Suzie was nowhere to be seen.
At first, I brushed it off, thinking she might have just popped out for a quick walk or to use the restroom. But then, my eyes landed on the small piece of paper lying on the bedside table. My hands started to shake involuntarily as I reached for it and unfolded the note.
“Goodbye. Take care of them. Ask your mother WHY she did this to me.”
Those words hit me like a freight train, leaving me reeling. I was in a state of utter disbelief. Suzie had seemed so happy, so excited about starting our family. What on earth could have happened to make her leave like this? I spun around just as a nurse entered the room, and I practically pounced on her, demanding answers. She hesitated, looking uncomfortable, and explained that Suzie had checked out earlier, saying that I was aware. But I knew nothing. I was completely in the dark.