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( Private to Anakin. )

( There is no way she can hide her joy. Despite the palpable tension between Anakin and Ahsoka, she can't help but beam. )

Ani, both of our children are here. You can get to know Leia like you have Luke.

( It isn't what she dreamed, but she isn't about to turn away a blessing. )

What do you say to a family dinner?

( / )

Does anyone know delicious recipes? I think I'd like to learn how to cook.

( And be domestic. Goodness, what is happening to the Senator of Naboo? )

I remember my mother making me big meals every time I visited home. ( Her voice is downright wistful. ) It was one of the reasons I loved seeing her. Maybe there is some truth in the heart and stomach being connected.

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Is there a particular type of recipe you're looking for? Appetizer, side dish, entree, dessert?

All would be welcomed. Perhaps we could start with the entree? ( Her family always ate healthy, so fresh vegetables and the like would be welcome. ) My family had a garden. I wanted to share some of those flavors with Ani, Luke and Leia.

Edited 2014-07-12 04:48 (UTC)

Something with lots of fresh vegetables then. Any allergies or foods you know people dislike?

I... ( Wow, this hurts to admit. ) I don't know.

That's all right. How about a vegetable lasagna? Vegetables, pasta, cheese, good flavor and filling, easy to make?

That sounds delicious. ( Lasagna isn't a word she knows, but the ingredients sound good. ) Could you give me the recipe for it?

Of course. Give me a moment to write everything down.

[And for the next several minutes, Ginia will neatly write down the recipe and directions for vegetable lasagna.]

Thank you, Ginia. There will come a time when I will cook for you too. ( In gratitude. ) I haven't ever had a chance to be the sort of mother I wanted to be. This will be a good start.

I would be honored.

[From seeing the movies, Ginia knows, so she's glad Padmé has the chance in Luceti.]

This village, for all its problems, is good for second chances. I'm happy you can have that opportunity.

I hope you have the same opportunities. ( There are times she feels guilty for being so happy, but her guilt helps no one and it wastes time. )

Thank you. I've had a few here myself. [A second chance at life, some sort of peace of mind.] It's nice.

My only wish is that they last. I want to hold them in my memory for as long as possible.

I think that's something a lot of us hope for. We may not remember things when we leave this place, but it doesn't make the experiences any less meaningful or important.

I like to think we subconsciously keep our memories. ( Like a dream. )

The mind is remarkable when it comes to remembering things. Memories kept subconsciously, maybe remembered in dreams.

It would be nice.

I haven't encountered anyone who has said that isn't possible.

( Besides... )

It will be different for me regardless. I wonder if my existence will be like a dream?

[Ginia's seen the movies, she knows there isn't a happy ending for Padme. Just as there wasn't one for her.]

We could all be dreams in someone else's mind. But unlike dreams, as long as someone else remembers you, no one ever goes away.

Being remembered would be nice. ( It's the only selfishness she will allow herself. ) I'd rather my family find happiness - even if it means I'm forgotten.

Edited 2014-08-10 05:45 (UTC)

[It's an idea Ginia can agree with. Her life never meant much anyway, better others are able to enjoy theirs.]

Having met Luke, I think your family has found happiness while remembering you.

Even if they had to fight for it. ( Nothing worthwhile comes easily. ) I'd like to believe the Skywalkers have a peaceful future.

Edited 2014-08-10 23:01 (UTC)

[Anakin had been spending his time up a the farm working on droids. Working out his emotions about Ahsoka in a constructive manner. No one wanted his grumpy ass at the house.]

What? [Can you tell he's been a little preoccupied with the droids. He'd noticed someone had arrived, just hadn't been paying enough attention to figure out who?

But then his face lights up, because this is good news. And though it doesn't replace what's going on with Ahsoka, good news is still good news.]

Really? Yes, of course. [Padme, this will be the most awkward family dinner.]

( She has given him his space, but this is a joy she doesn't want to keep to herself. That's why she seeks him out to answer his response. The sight of the droids makes her smile faintly - memories awakening in the back of her mind. )

I know this won't be easy. ( Yes, she knows, Anakin. ) I wish Ahsoka could join us, but you did the right thing in telling her.

( Gently, she lays a hand on his shoulder, squeezing. )

Luke takes after you; Leia takes after me. ( Which is, more or less, the truth. She can see some of her self in Luke and she's sure, with time, she will see Anakin in Leia. )

[Anakin doesn’t stop working until Padmé’s hand came to rest on his shoulder. He wanted to be happy about Leia’s arrival, and he was, he was just also upset about Ahsoka. And he couldn’t push aside one emotion for the other, they just all jumbled about in his head at the same time.

He gave Padmé a soft smile.]

I was thinking Luke was more like you. [This was a far better topic than the situation with Ahsoka.]

( It's understandable and she doesn't blame him. The heart and the mind can only take in so much before the strain is simply too much. She only hopes that them spending time as a family can help strengthen him - or comfort him. )

Maybe I have it backwards? ( A smile blooms on her lips and she kisses his cheek. ) Either way, we have plenty to look forward to, don't we?

[With that kiss, Anakin looped his arm around Padmé’s waist and pulled her close. He was fully prepared for her to pulled back away from any of the grease on his clothes, but he was trying to be playful.]

Is that a diplomatic way of saying you might be wrong?

( Grease won't scare her, but she will give him a small look of disapproval as she nestles in his arms. Yet her disapproval never lasts where he is concerned. )

That was the diplomatic way of convincing you to spend time with our twins.

I don't think you need diplomacy to convince me of that.

I had hoped not. ( She pulls him into a tight embrace and kisses his forehead. ) They'll love you, Ani.

Is there reason to doubt that? [He quirks an eyebrow at her, not at all suspecting the truth. His idea of family stemmed from his time with Shmi - they were poor slaves, but they loved each other. Families just loved each other.]

Not at all. ( Which is the truth here. She wants to shield him from the truth for as long as possible. ) In a way, we can be friends as well as being parents.

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