“You save money on the hospital stay,” Sammy pointed out. “A two-for-one.”

Koby said, “That is a good point.”

“Are you doing natural childbirth?” Hannah asked. “Can I be your doula?”

“We’ll find some role for you, Hannah banana,” Cindy said.

“Are there twins in your family?” Rina asked her husband.

“Not in my family,” Decker answered.

“My uncle is an identical twin,” Koby said. “Also, I have identical twin cousins.”

“So there you go,” Decker said.

“Can I finish, please?” Cindy said.

“There’s more?” Jacob asked.

“Yes, there’s more.”

“Are you giving birth to the family dog as well?”

Cindy said, “I’m trying to say something important.”

“Uh-oh,” Koby said. “Do not aggravate her. That can be very bad.”

“Okay, I’m all ears,” Jacob said.

“As long as you’re not all mouth.”

“Ooo…dis!”

“Will you let her finish!” Rina ordered.

“Please?” Cindy patted Jake’s shoulder.

“I’ll shut up.”

“Okay. Here we go. Koby’s custom, unlike Ashkenazi custom, is to name the baby after the grandparents even if they’re still alive…especially if they’re still alive. Which I think is much nicer. Anyway, the first boy or girl is named after the paternal parents. The second boy or girl is named after the maternal parents. So if it’s two girls, the names will be Rachel after Koby’s mother, and Judith, which is my mom’s Hebrew name. But…if it’s two boys, the babies’ names will be Aaron after Koby’s dad and Akiva.” She looked at her father. “After someone we all know and love.”

Decker grinned. “So I guess I’m rooting for boys.”

Cindy said, “Okay. So here’s the deal. Because I’m over thirty-five, we did a CVS a few weeks ago, which will show any genetic problems. And since there is only one placenta, we only did one procedure, so that worked well. I’m happy to report that everything looks great.”

“And you know the sex,” Sammy said.

“Yes, we do,” Cindy told him. “At first we decided to keep it to ourselves, but since we’re all here and that doesn’t happen too often, I thought it befitting the guest of honor to let him know that yes, we are having boys. So, Daddy, you have the honor of being named after without dying. Happy birthday.” She leaned over and kissed Decker on the cheek. He reciprocated by giving both Cindy and Koby kisses and hugs.

Koby said, “You are truly a prince of a father-in-law and you’re very handy with tools. That is the best.”

“Speech, speech,” Jacob said.

All eyes went to Decker. He felt his throat get tight. “I’m…thrilled.” He suddenly became overwhelmed and his eyes moistened. “I’m at a loss for words.”

“Would you like me to speak on your behalf?” Jacob said.

“Sure, wise guy.” Decker wiped his eyes. “Go ahead.”