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Jessica's Story - Part 26 Edward was used to being the only boy in the house, even though there was another boy living with him. It had never occurred to him that this other boy was now wearing skirts and dresses, and wore his dark brown hair long. As far as Edward was concerned, Jessica was a girl. It had been debated whether to tell Edward the truth about Jessica, but Anne had decided to keep it from him for now. But today, Edward was not bothered about his older sisters. Today was his birthday. He was now 5 years old and just months from starting school. He was going to have a party that afternoon, once his sisters had returned from school, and he knew that his best friend Charlie would be coming over with his sister Rachel. For now, it was the usual daily routine for Edward. He had most of the house to himself, with grandmother Helen, and soon to be stepmother Julia, for company. Anne had got the day off work and was using the opportunity to visit the bridal store to order both hers and Sally's dresses. But first, Anne was doing the school run. Prior to leaving, the girls all wished Edward a happy birthday and gave him cards. But cards were one thing. He wanted his present. He knew what his present was, but had been prevented from having it till today. But even now, he found that he wouldn't be getting his present till the party. For now, Helen and Julia were making sure that he knew that this was his day. They let him watch a number of DVDs of his choice, and then Julia read him a number of Railway Series books. Julia was surprised to learn that Thomas didn't appear until the second book. Anne was soon back, having gone into Walsall after dropping the girls off at school. She had done a bit more shopping, picking up a few items for the party. She and Julia went into the kitchen to start on the food, including the baking of a cake. After failing to find a Thomas themed cake in the shops, she and Julia had taken it upon themselves to make one. Anne had bought some royal icing whilst out and Julia was proving quite good at shaping it. With food colouring, she created the numerous colours she needed, and eventually made rails and a Thomas to go on them. She used the left over icing to create the letters "Happy Birthday Edward." "I've finished it," she said at last. "That is brilliant!" smiled Anne. "You should do this for a living." They were soon busy working on the other food again. But the hours soon passed, and Anne was soon heading back to the car in order to pick up the girls from school. Meanwhile, Edward had been spending some time with his gran. As Anne was leaving to pick up the girls, she called to Helen. "Can you give Edward a bath please?" "Ok," said Helen. "You heard your mom. Time to take a bath." "Why now?" he asked. "Come on, don't want you all dirty for your party, do we?" she added. So, when the girls came home, they wondered where Edward was. "Eddy? Where are you?" asked Sandra. "He's up here, in the bath," called Helen from upstairs. "You can have a bath afterwards." "Yes girls," agreed Anne. "Go upstairs and get ready. I'll send Julia up to help you." For quickness, Kelly and Jessica bathed together once more. Anne had opted to stay downstairs so that she could answer the door when Charlie and Rachel arrived. They were not the only ones she was expecting, but they would be the first. Edward was now dry and clothed once more, and back playing with his train set. He was listening out for the doorbell though. The doorbell did ring eventually, and Anne answered the door to find Pam, Rachel and Charlie standing there. "Not too late, are they?" asked Pam. "Decided to give them both baths first." My girls have just had baths too," said Anne. Anne looked down and saw that Charlie was holding a present. "Charlie told me that your son likes Thomas the Tank Engine. I am correct?" asked Pam. "Yes, he loves Thomas," said Anne. "Oh, here he is." Edward had come to the front door to greet his friend. "Happy birthday, Edward," said Charlie, giving him the present. "Thank you," said Edward. "Ok, go and enjoy the party," said Pam. "See you later." Edward raced into the living room to open his present, with Charlie following behind. Rachel went looking for the girls. Jessica, Kelly and Sandra hadn't long finished their baths and were still drying off. Julia was helping them find clean clothes. "Hiya Rachel," said Jessica. "Catching us in the middle of dressing?" "Just had a bath? I had one too," replied Rachel. "Love them now, as mom finally has some hair to wash!" Rachel ran a hand through her longer hair just to clarify the point. "Jessica's hair is looking nice too," said Kelly. "Long like it should be." Soon, Kelly and Jessica were fully clothed, while Sandra was still waiting. She had been the last to take a bath and thus her current situation. Edward had opened his present off Charlie and found it to be a set of Thomas books. They were not ones that he had already, so he was very pleased. Anne had decided that it was time to give him the one present that he had been waiting all day for. "Happy Birthday son," she said, as she gave it to him. Edward unwrapped the present to reveal the extra items for his growing railway set. It needed a bit of assembly, so Anne helped him. He was soon rushing upstairs to get some of his existing track to add to the new parts. He was keen to recreate the story where Gordon tried to jam the turntable and ended up in a ditch. While he was busy doing this, with Charlie helping, Anne had to answer the door once more. The latest visitors were expected late, as one had to get back from work. "Hi Sally, Carol," said Anne. "You haven't missed the food." "So, where's the birthday boy?" asked Sally, who had gone very casual, with a pair of trousers and a t-shirt. "In the front, playing with Gordon," said Anne. "New friend?" asked Carol. "New engine," said Anne. "Still has just the one friend, and he is here." Charlie had seen Sally and Carol before, at Jessica and Sandra's party earlier in the year. They were soon heading to the living room where the two boys were still playing with the train set. "Happy birthday nephew," said Sally, giving him a card and another present. He happily opened both, with the present being a new jumper with Thomas on the front. He then went back to the story he was playing. He had got the book open at the right pages, just so he could play it out just right. He had now got to the favourite part of the story - where a humiliated Gordon was confronted by school boys who sang a little ditty about his situation. Seeing as he hadn't got any figures of small boys, Helen had suggested that he and Charlie should be the boys. They enjoyed the little song so much that they sang it twice. Sally and Carol decided to sit and watch the boys play, as well as chat with Helen. Anne had joined Julia in the kitchen, where they were making the final preparations with the food. Since there was to be no dinner, they were preparing loads of sandwiches, and had even bought some large sausage rolls, as well as the necessary cakes and biscuits. The birthday cake had been put to one side and covered with a tea towel for now. Soon, the food was ready, and they called out to the children. Edward was soon rushing to the kitchen, with Charlie not far behind. * * * The girls had been playing upstairs when they heard the call and found themselves last to the kitchen. The table was laid with savoury food (the cakes and sweets were on the sideboard) and was waiting to be eaten. "Ok girls. Grab a plate and help yourselves," said Anne. "You've all got a sausage roll each too. Mind them though, as I warmed them up in the microwave." After filling their plates, they either hung around the kitchen or went to the living room to eat. "Enjoying your presents, Edward?" asked Anne. Edward nodded, as his mouth was full of ham sandwich. When he had swallowed it, he did reply. "Yes mom." With no dinner that afternoon, the children were invited to eat as much as possible, but to make sure they had enough room for the cakes and biscuits. When it was time to bring out the cake, they were all called back into the kitchen. The table was partly cleared of any empty plates. The children were all impressed by the handy work of Julia. "Thinking of taking on Jane Asher?" asked Sally. "That is very good." "Not quite. She's still a fantastic cake decorator," replied Julia. Anne lit the candles and called for Edward and Charlie to stand by the cake for a photo. She decided then to get the girls involved too. Once the photos had been taken, the lights were switched off. Edward was gearing up for the song, and the time to blow out the candles. He was allowed to stand on a chair so that he could blow out the candles, but he had to wait for the song first. With that over, he blew out the candles. Soon, the icing Thomas was removed along with the candles, and the cake was served. "Mommy?" asked Kelly. "Why was I left out of the one photo?" It was true that Kelly had been omitted from the one photo. The reason was simple. "That photo is for Rachel," said Anne. "If her mom sees you in the photo, she may ask questions." "Rachel's mom believes that her son and daughter are the only guests at this party," said Julia. "She musn't know that we live here." "I won't tell her," said Rachel. "I've promised." "We know you have," said Anne. "Ok, who's up for more cakes?" "Me, me!" came several voices. More cake was dished out and the children were back sitting in the living room eating. Helen had gone to watch over them, while the other adults remained in the kitchen. "The scenario with the photos? I presume this is to do with this homophobic mother?" asked Carol. "It is," sighed Anne. "So, in case they get picked up first, just keep yourselves anonymous." "I might want to have a word with her," said Carol. "Unlikely to be a good idea," said Anne. "But I have found out why she is as she is." "Do tell then," said Sally. "Her husband told me over the phone. He didn't want anyone else to know, but I doubt you'll spread it?" continued Anne. "We won't," said Carol. "Ok. It's like this," said Anne. "When she was younger, she caught her father in bed with a gay prostitute, a cross-dressing one at that." "I see," said Carol. "So, her relationship with her father was ruined, I take it?" "Her parents split up as a result," said Anne. "But she obviously placed blame on the prostitute too." "Her father would be most to blame," said Carol. "As for the prostitute, I know it's illegal, but while they get the custom, they'll keep on doing it." "I suppose it would have been different had it been a female prostitute?" said Sally. "Most likely," agreed Anne. "But what is done, is done." "But even so, it has caused her to treat all gays in the same manner," said Julia. "That prostitute broke up her parents marriage and thats who she blames." "If only we could make her see sense," said Sally. "Was she homophobic before the incident?" asked Carol. "Yes, she was," said Julia. "I remember Dennis saying. She was brought up that way." "Gay hating dad in gay fling," sighed Carol. "Oh dear. I've heard that before." "You have?" asked Anne. "Many gays are in denial, just to keep face in front of their families," said Carol. "Sometimes its best to come clean, and come out, even if your friends and family shun you. You shouldn't have to live a lie." "But some can't afford to do that," said Anne. "I can't suggest any solutions to this problem," said Sally. "Even if you did, it may well be impossible any way," said Anne. "Pam doesn't know that we know about this." They sat and wondered what to say next. They got their solution when Edward and Charlie came in with empty plates that they wanted filling again. "Have you got bottomless stomachs?" asked Anne, as she placed more slices of birthday cake on to their plates. "It's very yummy," said Charlie. "Well, this is your last slice," said Anne. "I want to save a slice for your mom and dad." The boys went back to the living room, while Anne looked at the remainder of the cake. "I'm putting it to one side," she said. "If anyone asks, it's all gone." Just to be safe, she cut two more slices and put them to one side, wrapping them in kitchen towel. The remainder of the cake was placed in an old biscuit tin and put in the cupboard. "I'll put the kettle on and make us all a nice cup of tea," she said afterwards. "Ask the children if they want any more pop." "I'm on to it," said Sally. She was soon back with orders. "Just take the bottle in," said Anne. "It's got to be used up." Sally picked up the bottle of cola and took it into the living room. "You going to read us some Harry Potter, Aunt Sally?" asked Sandra. "I will on Saturday," she replied. "I'll be going home shortly." After topping up the glasses that needed filling, she was happy to be taking an empty bottle back to the kitchen. "Well, no more parties until the wedding?" asked Carol. "Not quite," said Anne. "Next month sees Jessica reach one full year as a girl. I thought about doing something special for her." "Good idea," said Sally. "I keep my day special too, though I never have a party." "Why not?" asked Julia. "I just don't," said Sally. "Besides, parties are for children." "Any plans for where to do the reception?" asked Anne. "Oh, I think we have a solution," said Carol. "There's an hotel near the register office that has a function room. I'm thinking of asking them if it's available for our day." "Ok. Let's hope you succeed," said Anne. After finishing their drinks, Sally and Carol made ready to leave, but for Pam turning up to collect her children. As a result, Julia, Sally and Carol all remained in the kitchen while Anne took care of matters. Soon, Anne was back in the kitchen. "Ok. She's gone. You're safe to go now." "Ok then. Bye then," said Carol. "See you Saturday, kids," said Sally. * * * With Pam still no wiser to what was going on in the Smith household, the next few days went without further fuss. That was until Anne got a surprise one morning. Julia was eager to do something for her wife to be, on what was her birthday, despite Anne insisting she didn't want any celebrations. Having bought cards for her earlier in the week (one from herself, and one for the children), she set up a plan with Helen and the children. It was a simple plan, but required the children to get up earlier than usual. Since Anne was set to go to work that morning, it had to be done early. Helen had got up early and awoke the children as planned. "Now, be quiet," she told them, as they got out of bed and started to dress. Helen herself was wearing her nightgown, and had yet to get dressed. But it was just about getting the children up. She then went downstairs, and prepared breakfast for Anne. She then brought it up on a tray, with the birthday cards beside it. The children were waiting patiently, and looking forward to the moment they would surprise Anne. "Ok, now go up to the door. On the count of 3," said Helen. "1, 2, 3!" The children stormed through their parents' bedroom door. "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!" cried 4 voices in unison. Anne and Julia awoke with a start, though the latter was expecting this. "Happy birthday mommy," said Jessica as she climbed over the bed to Anne's side and gave her a hug. "This was your idea, wasn't it?" said Anne to Julia. "Guilty as charged," smiled Julia. "Happy birthday, my love." She leant in and gave Anne a lingering kiss. "Excuse me," said Helen. "I've got some breakfast waiting for you." "Breakfast in bed? I'm honoured," said Anne. Jessica moved aside so that Anne could receive the tray. She noticed the cards and opened them first. "Thank you children," she said, upon reading their birthday card to her. "Now, haven't you got school today?" "Yes they have," said Helen. "And they have yet to have their breakfast." Julia decided to remain with Anne while she tucked in to her breakfast. "You're not cross at me, are you?" asked Julia. "No. I just didn't expect this," said Anne. "If only I didn't have to go to work, I'd make love to you now." "Well, I've got the school run to do, so I've got a reason to get up too," said Julia. "But tonight my love, I'll be glad to make you feel special." "You always do," smiled Anne, giving her another kiss. "You'd better get ready. I'll be down shortly." Julia obliged and headed to the bathroom to wash and go to the toilet before returning to get dressed. She then headed downstairs for breakfast. It wasn't too long before Anne did get up, bring her breakfast tray down with her. She just needed to rush slightly, just to get ready on time. "I'm going to have to do something for you in return," she told Julia as she made to leave. "That's what we're doing tonight," said Julia. "I mean on your birthday!" smiled Anne. "See you later. Bye kids." After that eventful morning, the day went like any other, though Julia kept her promise to give Anne an enjoyable night in bed. After that, it really was just plain sailing till the school summer holidays. Having ordered the dresses for the wedding, Carol and Julia went to the hotel to see if the function room was available. It was, but they were advised to book it now in case someone else came along. "Ok. We'll take it," said Carol. "And you do catering too?" "We do," said the hotel manager. "Great," smiled Carol. "Thanks so much." The only other outstanding expense was the holiday to Scarborough. Anne did have the money to pay it with, and decided to pay over the phone using her credit card. It was a relief in a way, as they could now put all future income towards spending money. But, as Anne had mentioned, a date in July was coming up that meant a lot to her second daughter. Jessica was fast approaching the day when she started living full time as a girl. Anne wanted to get a photograph of her on that day, just so that she could compare it with the former Jessica: son Peter. It did eventually come to the next visit to the hairdressers for Jessica. She still hated going, as it meant losing some length to her growing hair. But since the agreement, she had visited the hairdressers once every two months, whilst Kelly and Sandra had been every month. It was hoped that Jessica's hair could catch up with her sisters. "Morning all," said Anne, as she led the three girls into the salon for their next trim. Julia was with them. It meant that Edward was at home with Helen. "Got the three today?" asked the head. She was already aware that Anne and Julia were an item. "Yes. Jessica is trying to catch up with the other two," said Anne. "And I'll have my roots touching up while I'm here." As much as Anne had told them she wouldn't, she was now decided on letting her hair reach the base of her shoulders. Julia was all for it, never mind Anne's decision to keep her hair a dark red. "Half the time, my love, I often wonder why you don't have freckles," said Julia. "But you're not a natural red head." "But I've fallen in love with the colour," said Anne. "And you." Jessica was once again mourning the loss of some of her hair. The sight of seeing Kelly and Sandra lose more didn't really make up for it. The only thing she liked now was the compliments she was forever being given by the stylist who worked on her. They were all aware that she was a "reformed tomboy" and had decided to grow her hair out. "Long hair really does suit you," said her stylist for today. "Why did you ever keep it short?" "I don't know," replied Jessica. "It was a big mistake. It looks so nice long." "It really does," replied the stylist. "Especially with all those curls." "Thank you," she smiled. The next time the girls were due at the hairdressers, was at the beginning of August. Jessica was hoping that this would see no trimming at all. This break from her having a visit every two months was due to the wedding preparations. It would mark the first time that Jessica would have anything done to her hair since she had started growing it out. But for now, Kelly was happy to let her know that her hair was catching up with hers. Sandra, who had opted to keep her hair straight again, was not so keen. But the girls were pleased to see Anne keeping up her own hair growing. Since they became aware that her hair was getting longer, they pestered her to join them in their marathon. But she continued to decline. It also resulted in Kelly asking Julia to grow her hair some more too. "Should I?" Julia asked Anne. "Up to you," said Anne. "I suppose it wouldn't hurt, seeing that I'm growing mine." "Ok. But I'm with you on not growing it down to my bum," she replied. Three girls looked at them, slightly disappointed. "When you achieve your goal, I'm certainly going to take a photograph," said Anne. "But it will be just you three." "Plus Rachel and Lisa," said Sandra. "And them," added Anne. * * * July arrived, and the summer holidays drew ever closer. The group of friends were busy discussing their holiday plans at school, with Jessica and Kelly's busy first few weeks of August getting most of the attention. But Jessica herself was getting attention. Her first year as a girl was almost over, and the other girls were keen to congratulate her. But their celebrating had to be kept hush - just in case anyone overheard. "And by the time she has been a girl for 2 years, her hair will be much longer, as will mine," said Rachel. "Really, I've been a girl all the time," said Jessica. "But in the wrong body." "But at least you have the right length hair and the right clothes now," said Lisa. Jessica just smiled and hugged Lisa. "So, back to your holiday, where is Scarborough?" asked Rachel. She ended up pronouncing the g at the end. "Scar-bor-ruh," said Jessica. "Or is it Scar-bruh?" "Whatever. Where is it?" asked Rachel. "Up north," said Lisa. "Never been there, but I've heard of it." "Well, we're going to Blackpool," said Rachel. "I've heard that there is a big rollercoaster up there and I want mom to go on it." "We went there last year," said Jessica. "Nice place. Big tower there too." But in class, the talk of holidays had to be put aside. Miss Abbot was eager for them to concentrate on work. They were learning the 7 and 8 times tables, and a test was coming up on them. They were having little difficulty with the 8 times table, as it was very similar to the 2 and 4 times tables. But the 7 times table was giving them problems. "Just remember that some already appear in tables you've done already," said Anne, as Jessica struggled once more with her 7s. "I know it sounds easy, but 3x7 is the same as 7x3," said Helen. "It's a simple fact, but one that has to be learned." "Ok. Lets start again," said Anne. "One seven is?" "Seven," said Jessica. "Two sevens are fourteen. Three sevens are....twenty one. Four sevens are...." "Just add 7 to 21," said Helen. "Twenty eight," said Jessica. "Five sevens are.... thirty four." "Thirty five," corrected Anne. "Remember your 5 times table." "Oh yes. Seven fives are thirty five," said Jessica. "So six sevens are the same as seven sixes?" "Yes," said Anne. But since this was the last of the 7s that had appeared in earlier tables, the next few were a struggle. "Remember that all numbers times 10 are that number with a 0 on the end. So 7x10 is 70," said Anne. Kelly, who was also in need of help on her 7 times table, was upstairs practising with Sandra. Sandra was now on the 11 and 12 times tables, and was finding it hard with the 11s. After a few more attempts with help, Jessica was able to recite the 7 times table without it. Anne made her recite it a few times, just so that she could work it into her memory. "What about the 8 times table?" asked Anne. "I'm better with that one," said Jessica. "Ok, lets hear it." Jessica recited it, proving that this was one she had found easier to learn. When Kelly and Sandra came down a short while later for dinner, Anne decided to test them too. Sandra was asked to do both the 11 and 12s in front of her sisters. She had no real difficulty with the 11s, for up till 10 times, the answers were all easy. The 12s were slightly harder and she struggled slightly. "Most of the big number tables are hard," said Anne afterwards. "But some have their tricks. Take the 9s for instance." "Oh yes, the magic 9," said Sandra. She had done the 9 times table and knew what the trick was with this. Jessica and Sandra were puzzled though. Anne wrote down the 9 times table on a piece of paper and called the younger girls over. "The thing with this table, is that the answers all add up to 9," she told them. "So, with 2x9 being 18, then add the 1 and the 8, and you get 9." They quickly saw the pattern, but thought it came to a stop at 99. Anne had to explain that they had to add the numbers again to get 9. "Do any other numbers add up to the same number too?" asked Kelly. "No, but you may find other patterns," said Anne. The girls had soon found some paper and were quickly writing down the tables that they knew. "You shouldn't have said anything," said Julia. "I know," sighed Anne. After a while, they concluded that none added back to one number, apart from the 9s. They did discover that the 3s kept repeating 3,6,9. They naturally told Anne and Julia. "Very well done, but knowing these patterns isn't something you have to learn," said Anne. "So why tell us about the 9s for?" asked Jessica. "Only because its unique," said Anne. "If you were to multiply any number by 9, you will always find it adds up to 9." "Whats unique mean?" asked Kelly. "Unique? It means its one of a kind. There is no other like it," said Anne. "Are we unique?" asked Jessica. "We all are, I suppose. In our own way," said Anne. "And that is good. Its what makes us all special. That no one else is exactly like us." * * * The final few weeks passed with little incident. Jessica and Kelly continued to have swimming lessons last thing on a Friday till the end of the term. Because the trip to the swimming baths would be their final lesson of the year, they and their fellow classmates were promised something special. But all lessons until then were the usual routine. And it meant continued practising of the back stroke, much to Kelly's derision. She was taking a keen dislike to the instructor, who seemed bent on getting everyone good at the backstroke. "He's as bad as the choir instructor!" she complained during a break in the lesson. "I know what you mean," said Lisa. "Mrs Phelps never seems satisfied with our singing." They had singing practice during assembly on a Wednesday. Mrs Phelps, who in charge of the school choir, as well as being a regular teacher, seemed intent on getting perfection in regards to their singing. Some children could be blamed, as not all were blessed with singing voices, but even so, her fussiness was annoying at times. As the final week came along, spelling tests and times table tests were on the agenda. Jessica and Kelly had decided to tell Lisa and Rachel about the 9 times table and its unique feature. "Thats clever," said Lisa. "Miss, Jessica and Kelly have learnt the 9 times table." Miss Abbot came over to find out more, resulting in Jessica having to explain. "Well, you'll be doing the 9s next year," she said. "Good to see that you're thinking ahead. But I hope you've been doing your 7s and 8s. We'll be doing a test on Thursday." "We know miss," said Rachel, not trying to sound bored. They had been reminded often. Besides the tests, they were doing larger addition and subtraction sums in maths, which involved carrying numbers over from one column to the next, or borrowing from one. As for English, they had reading a book over the course of a few weeks and had been answering questions on it, just to see how well they had read it. They had also been doing science lessons too, of a type. They had been outside and studying trees, identifying the various species by their bark and leaves. The girls liked these types of lessons. They would be walking around with paper on clipboards, drawing the leaves and labelling them. "I'll get your teacher for next year to take you around the trees again when you come back. They'll be shedding their leaves and dropping seeds on the ground," said Miss Ashby. As well as looking at the trees, they were also pointed in the direction of local wildlife. For the most part, it was crows and magpies, plus pigeons. They did see a robin however, plus some blue tits. There was also another reason for going outside too. Wednesday saw the school have its annual sports day. Jessica remembered being involved in the last one, when she was still living as a boy. She hadn't faired badly in the boys events, but this year would see her compete with the girls. All the school was involved, and it meant that the local playing field got rather packed. Not all the children participated, and those who weren't had to settle for cheering on classmates, friends and relations. Parents were invited to come along too, if they could. Anne didn't have this Wednesday off, so couldn't attend. Julia decided to come though, along with Helen and Edward. All the girls were involved in at least one event. They were pitted against the other 2 classes from year 2. Sandra was competing in the first year juniors girls egg and spoon race, having been involved in the sack race the year before. Jessica, along with all the other competitors, had gathered along the one side of the painted track. They were gathered in their respective classes, and naturally, She was with Kelly, Rachel and Lisa. The spectators were gathered on the far side. Jessica was going through her plans with Rachel. They had been paired together for the three legged race and Miss Abbot was tying a rope around their ankles. There was one other pair of competitors for their class, against 4 pairs from the other classes. "Ok girls, that not too tight?" asked Miss Abbot. "No, its ok," said Rachel. Jessica nodded in agreement. Having got to their feet, their put their nearest arms around each other and practiced walking around. Miss Abbot then set about doing tying the legs on the other set of girls. Mrs Fletcher, the headmistress, was acting as official for all the races. Miss Daily, the deputy headmistress was acting as announcer and had was speaking through a loudspeaker. Soon, the 6 teams for the year two three-legged race were being led to their starting positions. Cheers were heard all round as their names were introduced. "Ok girls," said Mrs Fletcher, holding her whistle. "On your marks, ready, set, GO!" Walking with one leg tied to another persons wasn't too hard, but when you had to run, it was much harder. It turned out to be a quick walk instead. But Rachel and Jessica managed it, though they did take a stumble. It didn't affect them too much, as the other teams also had their moments. They couldn't hide their joy when they crossed the finish line first. The other team from their class finished 4th, with the final podium places both going to one class. "Well done girls," said Mrs Fletcher, as she put gold medals around their necks. They sat down as the boys from their year were next up in their three- legged race. With the classes getting points for their victories, the other girls from their class went and congratulated them too. "Well done Rachel and Jessica," said Miss Abbot. "Bad luck Donna and Melanie." The boys race finished with 2JA coming second. The points table was close with the three classes all still in with a chance to win. Kelly and Lisa were both involved in the relay which was taking place later. It was turning out to be a good day too, with the sun blazing overhead. When it came to the first year junior egg and spoon races, Jessica, Rachel, Kelly and Lisa all started to cheer for Sandra. Sandra did glance over and smile to them, but it seemed she was putting all thought into the race. "Come on Sandra!" they all cried, as the race began. Sandra did her best, but dropped her egg once. In what was a close race, Sandra came in a gallant second. Eventually, the relay races came along. The rules were simple enough. Each team had to run the length of the track and return, taking a bean bag and leaving it at the far end. Upon returning, the next team member had to do the same. There were 6 in each team, and each member had to do the run twice. Kelly was number 3, while Lisa was number 5. While they waited for their turn, they cheered their teammates on. Likewise, all their other classmates were behind them too, cheering from both sides of the track. The cheers soon erupted from 2JA as their team claimed another win. But they finished second in the boys event. "Well, don't we all look smart?" smiled Kelly, as she and Lisa returned to the main group and sat by Rachel and Jessica. All 4 now sported gold medals after coming first in their events. The class as a whole had more to cheer at the end, when they won the overall Year 2 trophy, but only by a single point. They had a chance to pose for the cameras too, with Miss Abbot amongst them. Sandra's class came first too in the first year juniors. So, it was a good sports day all round for the Smith girls. * * * The sports day events took up most of the day, meaning that dinner was slightly later than usual. It also meant that the final session of the day was shorter too. Back in the classroom, class 2JA were not in the mood for work, and just wanted to keep celebrating. Miss Abbot came in, holding their trophy, greeted by cheers. She then passed the trophy to the nearest table and told the children there to pass it around so that they could all get a chance to hold it. Lisa, Kelly, Rachel and Jessica were still admiring their medals. They were not really gold, but gold coloured. It didn't matter to them though. Jessica never won a gold medal as Peter, but she had now. She wasn't aware that her victory might upset some people if they knew she was genetically male. But that wouldn't happen. No one suspected that she was transgendered. She passed too well to be outed. Miss Abbot soon got the trophy back and decided to reward her champion class with a chance to ask her questions. She answered some, but declined others, depending on how personal they were. "Ok, my first name is Julia," she said. "So, that is why you are class 2JA, because J and A are my initials. But I'm still Miss Abbot to you." Jessica had heard her first name before but said nothing. Kelly decided to point it out that her mom was called Julia too. When the bell for home time came, Miss Abbot reminded them that it was back to normal for tomorrow, and that they had their tests too. Meeting up outside, Sandra felt a little jealous of Jessica and Kelly. She had only got a silver medal. "You did really well sis," said Kelly. "But your class won too?" "Yes, we won," said Sandra. "We were singing "We are the Champions" all after dinner." They met up with Julia outside and got in the car. They were still wearing their medals, keen to show them off. They didn't have to worry about school uniform either, as they had been wearing their PE kits all day. But even so, they were advised to get some clean clothes. "Jessica, you have some grass stains on your knees," said Helen. "And your skirt. Why don't you take a bath before dinner?" They had all been sitting on the grass in fairness, so they all took baths and got some clean clothes. But they put their medals back on afterwards, just so Anne could see them when she got back from work. "I'm so sorry I couldn't be there to watch you," she said upon her return. "And you did so well too, by the looks of things." The next day at school was a return to Earth indeed. The class still felt some euphoria after their success at the sports day. But Miss Abbot, as pleased as she was, was keen to remind them that it was work today. A spelling test and the times table tests were being done that day, and they were given a chance to revise for a few minutes before the test. "Ok, put away any pieces of paper you may have," said Miss Abbot as she gave out pieces of paper for their tests. Some had been reading the tables off pieces of paper. As she went round, she found some had kept them close by. She took them and kept hold of them. "No cheating please," she added. After they had done the test, they were given a chance to relax and talk a bit, while Miss Abbot collected their papers. They got their results after morning break, and Kelly and Jessica got top marks, thanks to Anne drilling them on the tables. Lisa also got full marks, but Rachel didn't. She had to see Miss Abbot and recite the seven times table to her. Revision for the spelling test had to wait till dinner. Miss Abbot was keen to teach them more grammer, though she included a few of the words that they were to be tested on, in the lesson. The spelling test went well, and better as far as Rachel was concerned. Miss Abbot had quickly marked the tests before the home bell and handed them back out. "Ok class. You do have swimming tomorrow afternoon, so remember your swimming kits," said Miss Abbot before they left. "And since it is the last day, I think we can pass on the work." "What do you mean, miss?" asked a boy. "I'll have some games and activities for you," she smiled. "And its non- uniform too." This was met by enthusiasm all round. Upon arriving home, they explained that they wouldn't be needing their uniforms - even Sandra. "Well, you'll be needing baths again," said Helen. "And your mothers and I have planned for us to have dinner out tomorrow." "Why?" asked Sandra. "Because its a special day for Jessica," said Julia. "I know its not the exact date, but one year ago, Jessica started living as a girl full time." Jessica smiled broadly. The day she stopped wearing boys clothes was always going to be special to her. When Anne arrived back, she confirmed what Helen had told them. "So, I know two of you will have baths anyway, but it never hurts to wash often," she said. "Edward can have a bath during the day." But later that day, Jessica made a point to Anne. "Can I have a party too?" she asked. "My friends at school, they want to celebrate too." It was something that Anne couldn't deny. Rachel and Lisa had remained close to Jessica, even after learning the truth. Their friendship and loyalty deserved this. "Ok, I'll ask their parents if they can come around on Saturday," she said. "That ok?" "Yes mommy," smiled Jessica. So, it was decided. So, next day, Rachel and Lisa were told that there was going to be a party on Saturday to mark the anniversary of Jessica becoming a girl. But under orders from Anne, Jessica and Kelly were advised to tell them not to mention the party to their parents. "Why not?" asked Lisa. "A party is a party." "Your parents don't know about me," said Jessica. "They mustn't know." "It's just a visit to our house, like the ones we have anyway," said Kelly. "But can we dress up?" asked Rachel. "Just be pretty," said Jessica. "But we always are pretty, aren't we?" It resulted in a round of giggles. They were playing snakes and ladders at their table. Miss Abbot had allowed them to play with the board games that were usually reserved for wet breaks. They played with all morning until morning break. After morning break, they were given some paper and pencils. "Ok, just a quick quiz," said Miss Abbot. "Work as teams. Winning team will get a bag of sweets." Rachel decided to write down the answers, as well as putting their names at the top. They then leaned in close and whispered answers to each other as Miss Abbot read out the questions. The questions were on all manner of subjects, from well known stories and nursery rhymes, to riddles. But by the time the quiz was over and the scores had been worked out, there was a three way tie. Jessica's table had been one of the winners. "Ok. I'll tell you what. While you're at dinner, I'll get another two bags of sweets," said Miss Abbot. She was as good as her word and had an extra two bags of sweets waiting when they returned for afternoon register. They were all gathered with their coats and bags, as they would be heading for the coach that awaited them outside immediately afterwards. Their final trip to the swimming baths for the year was indeed one where lessons were brushed aside in favour of games. It was a bit like sports day, but in a swimming pool. They participated in races, and their varying abilities to swim were partly ignored. It pleased Kelly though, as she didn't have to do back stroke. It was all fun and games, and they were all disappointed when the time to get out of the pool. "I know," said Miss Abbot. "Time always goes quick when you're enjoying yourself." During the trip back to school, Miss Abbot and Mrs Stokes stood at the front of the coach and decided to have a few parting words with their classes. They would, after all, be teaching a whole new class in September. As they all got of the coach upon arrival, they accepted hugs from some of their pupils, or at least had a few words. Jessica welcomed a hug, and as she did so, Miss Abbot whispered into her ear. "Whatever anyone says, you truly are a girl." "Thanks miss," said Jessica. "Thank you for the dress." "My pleasure," said Miss Abbot. "Now go and enjoy your summer." "I will miss," said Jessica. "Bye." Soon, Jessica was off to find Sandra and Julia. A busy summer was just about to begin.