This Crazy Ride We Call Life

Zacky is now 5 months pregnant
Gerard is now 3 months pregnant

Frank’s POV

Zacky’s pregnancy is going so well and he started to feel the baby start to move. It was such an interesting feeling when the baby moved and I felt it when I touched Zack’s bump. We are going to the doctor’s so he can get another ultrasound and we might find out the gender of our baby.

We walked into the office and checked in and I sat down beside my husband and took his hand.

“I can’t wait to see our baby.” Zack smiled over at me.

“Same here. Hopefully, we will be able to find out the gender.”

“Yeah, I hope so too.” Zack leaned over and pecked my lips and I didn’t care if anyone saw.

The last couple months haven’t been easy but we are getting through it. Zack has been trying not to overdo it with the recording and soon he won’t be able play his guitar anymore because of his growing belly.

I have been helping Zack with some of the guitar parts but are styles of playing are different. But I am willing to do whatever I can to help the Avenged guys and they have been good to me since Zack and I have been together.

“Zack Iero.” We stood up and I took Zack’s hand as we were led to the examination room.

The nurse got Zack to lay on the table and I sat beside him and took his hand once again.

“Ok Zack I am going to do your ultrasound and the gel will feel a bit cold on your abdomen.” He nodded and then lifted his shirt and I loved seeing his bump.

I gave his hand a squeeze as the ultrasound technician placed the wand on Zack’s bump and moved it around. She turned the screen over to us. I smiled wide when the baby’s heartbeat filled the room. “Your baby looks to be very healthy, and has a strong heartbeat.” Zack looked over at me and I could see the tears in his eyes.

She moved the wand around some more. “Would you guys like to know the gender.”

“Yes, we would.” Zack smiled and I loved seeing him so happy.

“Congratulations you guys are having a baby girl.” I felt my eyes fill with tears and I leaned and up and placed a soft kiss on Zack’s lips.

We quickly pulled away and thanked the technician who handed up a couple copies of the sonogram. She wiped off Zack’s stomach and told the doctor would be in shortly.

Zack sat up on the table and I ran my hand along his knee. “We are having a girl and she is going to be perfect.” I smiled at Zack’s words.

“She definitely will and spoiled from us and all her uncles and aunts.” I grinned and reached up to run a hand along my husband’s growing baby bump.

The doctor came in shortly after Zack had his ultrasound and he went over a few things. He measured Zack’s belly and told us everything was going well. We then booked his next appointment and walked out of the office with smiles on our faces.

“Do you want to go shopping for baby stuff since we know what to buy now?” I took Zack’s hand in mine as we walked to the car.

“I would love that.” He leaned over and kissed my lips and I swear life could not get any better than it is right now.

We headed to the mall and I hoped fans wouldn’t swarm us. The last time we tried to have a day out fans kept coming up to us. I had to tell them to give us privacy and it was hard to do but we deserved to enjoy our time out together.

I parked the car and we both out our sunglasses on and hats to try and make ourselves less noticeable. I went to Zack’s side and opened the door and he grinned. “Being the gentleman today Frankie.”

“Only for you darling.” I winked and he got out of the car and we walked into the mall. He took my hand in his and interlocked our fingers. We shared a couple quick kisses before going inside and I felt so happy to show off my beautiful, pregnant husband.

We went straight to the baby store and got ourselves a cart. I know Zack is going to go nuts in here so I can imagine the cart will full by the time we have are ready to check out.

We have been trying to stockpile all the necessities so we have already bought diapers and all that kind of stuff. Plus, Zack’s mom bought us a bunch of stuff even though we told it wasn’t necessary. My mom did the same for us when we bring the baby to Jersey to visit.

Zacky smiled wide as we reached the girl baby section. “Aww Frank this stuff is so cute but I don’t know where to start.”

I grinned. “It’s all good babe. Let’s just go down each aisle and we just get stuff that we like. How does that sound?”

“Perfect.” Zack smiled and we started to pick out outfits. We ended up picking out a variety of stuff for when the baby is first born, and clothes for when she starts to get bigger.

After what seemed like hours is shopping trip was coming to an end. Zack let out a yawn as we neared the checkout area. I wrapped an arm around his shoulders and he leaned into me.

“Once we get home you can take a nap.”

“I can’t wait.” I grinned we started to unload the cart and the cashier was looking at us funny. It was a weird feeling when you know someone recognized you but it’s like they didn’t want to say it.

“You guys are Frank and Zacky right. I am a fan of MCR and A7X.”

“Thanks.” She remained calm but I know she was probably freaking out inside.

Zack pulled out his card and paid for everything and we put all the bags back in the cart and headed out to the car. After we left the cash area we both broke out in a fit of giggles.

“I swear she looked so nervous but at the same time she kept checking you out. Like she would ever have a chance.”

“I bet she was so jealous that I got you pregnant.” Zack grinned.

“She was definitely fucking jealous.”

As we neared the car I told Zack I would load up the bags. He didn’t protest and hopped in the passenger side of the car. I returned the cart and joined my husband in the car.

“Well I’d say that was a successful shopping trip and we avoided being swarmed this time.”

“Yes, it was. Thanks for being so patient with me, baby.” I smiled at that and leaned over and kissed him softly.

“Your welcome. “I then drove us back home and unloaded all the bags while Zack headed up to our room. I put all the baby stuff in the baby’s room which we still needed to finish up but it will be easier now that we know we are having a girl.

I walked into the bedroom and Zacky was sound asleep spread out on the bed. I grinned to myself and covered him in the comforter and kissed his cheek.

I went back into the baby’s room and I took all the clothes out of the bag and fold them and put them on top of the dresser. I know Zack probably wants to organize them so I’ll leave that to him. I cleaned up all the bags and walked back downstairs and lounged in front of the TV.

Zacky’s POV

Today was such a great day and it was felt I’m happy we finally know the gender of our first baby. Frank had been so helpful lately and I was grateful especially when he helped with some of my guitar parts. We really did make a good team in all aspects of our relationship so I think parenthood will be a good challenge for us.

I am happy how today went and that Frank and I finally know the gender of our baby. I woke up and I noticed it was still light outside.

I reached over to the table by the bed and grabbed my phone and saw it was early evening. I’m glad Frank suggested I take a nap because I slept so good. I saw I had a text from Matt giving me a time to be at the studio tomorrow.

I got out of the bed and walked out of the room running a hand through my short hair. I felt the baby kick. I just started to feel the baby move more lately and it’s such an interesting feeling. My hand went right to my belly which is a habit I’ve started doing since my bump has been getting bigger.

I walked downstairs and Gerard and Brian were hanging out with Frank. I went to the kitchen and grabbed a drink and joined the guys in the living room.

Frank noticed me first. “Hey, did you sleep okay?”

“Yeah I did. What are you guys up to?”

“We are just hanging out. Frank and I are just having a few drinks.” Brian hand resting on Gerard’s baby bump and I thought it was adorable. Seeing how happy Brian was with Gerard made me happy as well.

“Awesome. How are you feeling Gee?”

“I’m feeling better. My morning and day sickness is starting to subside.”

“That’s the best feeling.” I was thankful when my morning and sickness was over and I got some energy back but now I am starting to experience more tiredness.

“Should we put a movie on and maybe order a pizza?” Frank suggested and rested his arm around my shoulders.

“I’m down for that.” Gerard and Brian agreed and Frank handed me his phone and I placed the order.
The baby was active tonight and I had a hard time focusing. She was pushing on my bladder so I got up for what felt like the hundredth time since we started the movie.

I walked back into the living room and cuddled into Frank’s side. “I’m sorry for being so damn fidgety. The baby is kicking and pushing on my bladder.” I spoke quietly in my husband’s ear so I didn’t interrupt.

“It’s ok, babe.” He pecked my lips and we continued to the watch the movie. I looked over at Gerard and Brian and they were also cuddling and I couldn’t help but smile.

These simple moments make feel happy about all the people in my life and that the My chem guys have become part of the Avenged family.

Once the movie ended Frank and Brian went and grabbed another beer, and went outside to smoke. We used to smoke inside but once I found I was pregnant I stopped smoking and Frank started smoking outside, along with anyone we had over that smoked.

“Do you want to feel the baby moving, Gee.”

“I’d love to.” He smiled over at me and joined me on my side of the couch. I took his hand and put it when the baby was kicking.

“She has been so active the last couple of days.”

“That actually feels really cool. But it must suck that the baby has been causing you feel uncomfortable tonight.”

“Yeah I’m trying not to let it bother me and I think I will adjust to eventually. Your bump is starting to show huh?”

“I just started to have to wear bigger pants.” Gee giggled and lately we had become better friends and I have been giving him some pregnancy advice.

“Yeah it sucks having to wear bigger clothes but it will be worth when the babies arrive. For me it sucks that I am almost getting to the point where I can’t play my guitar comfortably anymore. Frank has been so helpful.” I felt my hormones acting up and I started to cry. Gerard wrapped an arm around my shoulders and pulled me in for a hug.

“It will be okay Zack. Just think the baby will be here before you know it and then you’ll be able to get right back into playing.”

“I know it’s so fucking frustrating.” I tried to stop the tears but they kept following. These damn hormones. I noticed Gerard started to cry and I felt bad for setting off his hormones.

“We are hormonal messes Zacky.”

“We totally are.” We wiped our eyes and shared some laughs.

Brian and Frank came back inside and looked over at us. “You guys ok?”

“Yeah, we were just talking about the pregnancy struggles which led to us becoming crying, hormonal messes.” Frank giggled and I loved hearing his adorable laugh.

“Damn Bri we missed that.” He teased and I liked when he made the mood light from simple joking around.

We watched another movie and Brian and Gerard left after the second movie. I smiled over at Frank. “Tonight, was really nice. I’m glad Bri and Gee came over. At least Gerard understands the struggles the of pregnancy are like.” I grinned

“I had a great time too.” Frank kissed me softly and we cuddled on the couch for a while longer before we both headed up to bed. I feel like these days I couldn’t get enough sleep but that was one of the downsides of being pregnant

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