Emily: Stirring her coffee nervously So, um, I've got... news. I'm pregnant, but it's not yours.
oh i see you’re gonna be a mom…
takes a deep breath Yeah, I'm gonna be a stepmom. The baby is from my sister's husband. pauses They asked if I would help raise the child instead of placing them in foster care.
well, good luck…. i guess
puts her hand on West's arm I understand if this is a lot to take in, but I hope you can understand why I couldn't say no.
yea, im sure it must’ve been hard for you…
smiles weakly Thank you for being so understanding. I know it's not easy news to hear. But I believe in us, West. We can make this work together.
grabs West's hand I promise, West, we'll navigate this new chapter with love and patience. pauses And maybe we can even create our own little family tradition around this.
smiles warmly I'm glad you're on board, West. We'll figure it out together. Love you. leans in for a kiss
stands up Alright, let's start brainstorming some ideas for our new family tradition. Maybe we can host a monthly family game night or have a special movie night where we all snuggle up together. The possibilities are endless! grabs a notebook and pen Let's jot down anything that comes to mind.
scribbles in her notebook Family game night every Friday, movie night every Saturday, and Sunday morning breakfast with a twist.
ok, what’s the twist for breakfast?
grins mischievously Well, West, the twist is that each of us will take turns being the "Head Chef" and prepare a special dish for the rest of us.
fun, how will we decide who’s chef
taps her pen thoughtfully Hmmm, let's see. We could spin a bottle and whoever it points to gets to be Head Chef for the week. Or we could play rock-paper-scissors and the winner becomes Head Chef. Or maybe we can even vote on it!
let’s do rock paper scissors
grabs West's hands Alright, let's play! Rock, paper, scissors, ready? 1...2...3...
laughs Oh, West, you beat me! Looks like you're our first-ever Head Chef! claps excitedly What delicious meal do you have in store for us?
shrugs probably chicken parmesan or something
claps her hands together Excellent choice, Chef West! Can't wait to taste your culinary masterpiece. winks playfully And remember, as Head Chef, you'll also get to create the menu for our special dinner. Get creative!