VICTORIA's [POV]
I woke up on Thursday morning having strange, tight feelings in my abdomen. It wasn't pain, just a tightness that wasn't there before. I took a long hot shower before getting dressed for work and that seemed to relax it some.
When I made it to the kitchen, Liz and Gloria were having breakfast.
"Good morning, sunshine. There is French toast and bacon on the stove."
"Thanks, Liz. I think I need tea and crackers today."
With concern in her eyes, Liz said, "Why? What's wrong? You shouldn't still be having morning sickness. You're too far along for that." I smiled to alleviate her anxiety.
Just as she was looking at me, one of the tight feelings turned into a painful cramp. I willed myself not to wince. I didn't want to worry her.
"No, not morning
