“Merry Christmas!” Amanda smiled.
“Merry Christmas!” Andy said and sat on the sofa next to her. He moved closer and gently kissed her lips.
Amanda smiled and asked, “Coffee?”
“Sure,” Andy said, glancing around the room. His attention was drawn to the golden star crowning the Christmas tree. “Where did you find that golden star?
“I bought it yesterday. Do you like it?” Amanda asked, pouring coffee into a cup from a kettle.
“It’s good. I love how you’ve decorated the room,” Andy said, admiring his wife’s artistic flair.
Amanda smiled and kept the kettle back on the table. “Are you coming to the church?” she asked.
“We attended the midnight mass,” Andy said, raising an eyebrow. “Isn’t that enough?”
“It’s enough,” Amanda said. “But you know most of my family attend the morning mass.”
“Do we have to meet them at the church?” Andy asked. “We’re meeting them at your Mom’s for lunch anyway.”
“Andy, they’d be happy to meet me at the church in the morning.”
Andy nodded and asked, “Can you go by yourself?”
“Okay,” Amanda said, gesturing to his coffee cup. “But you have to drop me off at the church.”
“No problem. I will,” Andy said, picking up the cup.
“Okay. I’ll get ready. After you drop me at the church, get some rest and meet me at Mom’s for lunch.”
“Great. Sounds like a plan!” Andy said, relieved he wouldn’t have to go back to church.
Amanda took her coffee cup and got up from the sofa. “I have to hurry. The church gets crowded very fast,” she said and went towards the kitchen.
Andy looked at Amanda’s back as she walked to the kitchen. The short, light blue, cotton nightie she was wearing ended just a few inches below her buttocks. Her well-shaped, plump thighs and lower legs were smooth without any hair. Her buttocks bounced and wobbled seductively. Andy remembered, the previous night when he had lifted the nightie from behind, admired her plump buttocks and massaged the soft flesh. She had bent over on all fours, and he had penetrated her vagina and ejaculated. Just thinking about it excited and aroused him. He wanted to do it again. He hoped they’d find time to have have some fun on a busy Christmas day.
Amanda washed her cup and placed it on the rack. She went to the bedroom thinking about Andy. She still found it hard to believe he’d married her, after having dated so many beautiful women. Even though he had gone abroad soon after marrying her, she felt lucky to be married to him. They had been married for two and a half years, and he had visited only twice. But this visit was different. He had told her two days after he had arrived that he wanted to have a child with her before he became too old. She had discussed it with her family, and they had decided it was a good idea. So, she had undergone an IUD removal procedure in a clinic. Two and half weeks later she had experienced symptoms of pregnancy. She had visited the clinic and got the confirmation that she had conceived.
Amanda stood before the full-length mirror in the bedroom and took off her nightie. She looked at the reflection of her naked body in the mirror and wondered why some men liked her and why other men avoided her despite showing signs of being attracted to her. She cupped her breasts with her hands and thought, ‘maybe some men don’t like my big breasts.‘ She moved her hands down on the sides of her hips and thought, ‘maybe they don’t like my wide hips.‘ She turned around and looked over her left shoulder at the reflection of her back in mirror. She put her hands behind, grasped her buttocks and thought, ‘maybe they don’t like my big buttocks.‘ She shook her head and thought, ‘maybe they don’t like me because I don’t have fair skin or maybe they don’t like my face. Whatever, I am not too bad looking. My body size and looks do not define my worth or my health. I’m okay!‘
Amanda shrugged, unaware that her eyes, smile, slender hips, big breasts, big buttocks and dusky skin were the very things that made her attractive. She walked away from the mirror and went to the bathroom.
After having a refreshing shower, Amanda dried herself and exited the attached bathroom. She went to the dressing table, dried and combed her hair. Then she went to the wardrobe and took a new black lace bra and panties. She wore the undergarments and took a maroon midi dress she had bought for Christmas. She slipped into the dress and adjusted it, looking at her reflection in the mirror. The plus size dress was made of soft woven fabric. It had a lace top, lace short sleeves, v-neckline, and pleated skirt, complete at a midi length. The short sleeves and midi length revealed her well-shaped arms and lower legs. The dress hugged her slim waist and gradually flared out on her wide hips and plump buttocks creating a well-balanced, feminine silhouette.
Amanda loved the dress and how she looked in it. She applied light make up, adjusted her waist length straight black hair and slipped into mid-heal sandals. She had one last look at her reflection in the mirror before putting all her essential items in a handbag and walking out of the room.
“Wow!” Andy said looking at Amanda.
Amanda blushed and asked, “Do you like the dress?”
“You look gorgeous in the dress! You turned me on!” Andy said feeling his penis harden.
“Thank you,” Amanda laughed, “But you need to control yourself. We have a busy day ahead!”
“It’s not going to be easy,” Andy said and frowned.
Amanda smiled and said, “We may get some time after lunch.”
Andy nodded. “I hope so. Let’s go,” he said and took the keys.
After a fifteen-minute drive they reached the church.
“Be at Mom’s before 12:30,” Amanda requested.
“Don’t worry. I won’t be late. Enjoy the mass,” Andy said and smiled sarcastically.
Amanda smiled. “It’s Christmas, Andy! It only comes once a year!” she said. She knew the long service could be boring sometimes, but it was her family’s tradition to start Christmas Day with mass, even if some had attended midnight mass.
Andy laughed. “Enjoy! I’ll see you later!” Andy said.
“See you later. Bye!” Amanda got out of the car.
Seeing her family at their usual meeting place, Amanda walked over with a big smile and a “Merry Christmas!”
With warm smiles, they wished her “Merry Christmas!” delighted to see her.
Amanda and her family entered the church, which was beautifully decorated with flowers, lights, and candles, creating a festive atmosphere with the mingled scents of perfume and new clothes.
Amanda sat with her mother, Aana, on one side and her elder sister, Shirley, on the other. She was excited knowing it was going to be a wonderful day. After a short wait, the mass started and Amanda lost herself in the religious service enchanted by hymns, the readings recounting the nativity story, the sermons emphasizing themes of love, peace, and community, reflecting the essence of Christmas.
After the mass, Amanda met her family and friends outside the church. She exchanged warm greetings and festive wishes. She spent a short time with her elder brother, Benny’s family and with Shirley’s family before they confirmed they would meet for lunch at their Mom’s place and dispersed.
Amanda, her mom, and her younger brother, Bobby, got into the car. Bobby drove them to Aana’s house, arriving in about half an hour.
Amanda enjoyed breakfast with her Mom and Bobby. After breakfast, Aana went to her room. Amanda took the dishes to the kitchen. She wore an apron and began washing the dishes.
A few minutes later, Bobby walked into the kitchen and called her by her nickname. “Amie!”
Amanda smiled at him and asked, “Hmm?”
Bobby went to her and stood behind her. He put his arms around her waist and said, “I missed you, Amie”
Amanda stopped washing the dishes and asked, “Bobby, what are you doing?” She tried to wriggle freely and said, “Mom will see us!”
Bobby hugged her tighter, pressed his crotch on her buttocks and said, “Relax sis. She’s in her room. The door is closed.”
“Bobby! She’ll come now. She has to cook!” Amanda said, pushing back on him.
Bobby heard a door open. He quickly kissed Amanda’s right cheek and released her from his arms.
Aana walked into the kitchen and asked, “Bobby, what are you doing here? Do you want to cook with us?”
Bobby chuckled and said, “No Mom. I just want a drink.” He opened the fridge, took a drink can and went out of the kitchen.
Amanda finished washing the dishes and helped her Mom cook food. Their Christmas dishes included Biryani, meat curries, roast meat, fried dishes, baked cakes and traditional Indian sweets.
At noon, the doorbell chimed. Amanda answered, seeing her brother Benny and his wife Rita at the door, accompanied by their children. The children eagerly rushed inside, followed by their parents. Amanda closed the door and joined them in the kitchen, where they greeted Aana. After a brief exchange, they left the kitchen and settled on the sofa in the living room for a short chat.
The doorbell rang again. Bobby answered, welcoming Amanda’s sister Shirley, her husband Jeff, and their five-year-old daughter. Greetings were exchanged, gifts were presented, and laughter filled the air as they enjoyed each other’s company.
At 12:30, Amanda wondered why Andy was late. She went to her Mom’s bedroom and took her mobile from her handbag. Andy had not sent her any messages or called her. So, she called him and he answered the call. “Andy, why are you late?” she asked.
“I’m five minutes away. Too much traffic,” Andy said.
“Okay. Take it easy. Drive safely,” Amanda said, concerned for him.
“See you!” Andy said and hung up.
Amanda turned, and was startled to see Benny standing before her. “Benny! You scared me!” she said.
“Didn’t mean to,” Benny said and took her in his arms.
“What are you doing? Someone might walk in!” Amanda said and kept her hands on his chest.
“I closed the door,” Benny said and moved closer to kiss her.
Amanda moved her head back and said, “Mom will get suspicious, Benny.”
“She won’t. She has no clue,” Benny said, moving his hands down to her bottom and grabbing her buttocks through her dress. He admired her face and kissed her lips. Amanda kissed him back. They kissed passionately, but Amanda broke the kiss quickly and said, “Andy will be here in five minutes.”
“Don’t worry about Andy and Rita. They’ll understand,” Benny said and smiled reassuringly.
“But Andy wants me to stay away a while,” Amanda said and smirked.
“You are already pregnant with his child. You don’t have to worry about getting pregnant,” Benny said and gently squeezing her buttocks.
Amanda nodded, agreeing with her brother.
“Okay. Let’s catch up before Andy goes back,” Benny said and freed her from his arms.
“Okay,” Amanda said, realizing she didn’t have to stay away till Andy went abroad.
Benny turned around and went out of the room. Amanda stood in the room, her heart thumping with excitement. She understood the desperation her brothers felt. She had stayed away from them since Andy had arrived from abroad three weeks ago. She didn’t feel too sorry for Benny because he was married to Rita who was Andy’s sister and one of her best friends. But she felt sorry for Bobby because he had recently broken up with his girlfriend. She hoped to spend more time with her brothers soon.
Leaving her mother’s room, Amanda found the corridor empty. The doorbell rang, and she hurried to the front door. Smiling, she opened it to find Andy standing there. He entered, and she closed the door behind him. They joined the gathering in the living room, where Andy greeted everyone and quickly became part of the festivities. Laughter and easy conversation filled the air as they enjoyed light refreshments and reconnected.
An hour later, they had a delightful Christmas lunch. After lunch, they relaxed and ate desserts.
At about 3:30pm, they decided to leave early to relax before getting ready to attend the evening Christmas party at Benny and Rita’s place. Amanda and Shirley quickly helped their mother clean the dishes and the house. Then Shirley left with her family. Amanda said goodbye to her mother and Bobby before leaving with Andy.
As Andy drove the car, he said, “The food was amazing.”
“How was the Biryani and lamb fry?” Amanda asked.
“Very good. The taste was amazing,” Andy said.
“I cooked both the dishes, “Amanda said proudly.
“I am not surprised. You are a good cook,” Andy said, proud of his wife.
Amanda smiled, pleased by Andy’s compliment. It reminded her of his younger brother, James, who had often complimented her cooking skills. Knowing he would be coming to the evening party, she felt excited to meet him.