Birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, New Years', and other all-important occasions had passed, Alex and Tamara's relationship continued to get better. They came along very well, and their affection evolved into a more stable condition. Their relationship was ready to take another step forward.
As Alex had planned, they were both ready to raise a family. He did not want to pressure Tamara into outright growing kids and be overwhelmed by it. He wanted the time to be perfect.
"Love, it's baby-making time," he whispered. He waited patiently for Tamara to join him in bed.
"Not a chance," Tamara said nonchalantly.
"Why?" Alex was unable to think clearly; it was the first time Tamara said NO to him.
"Red days," Tamara said in her poker face.
"Oh, no!" How did he miss it? Alex thought, how c
