Aiyana: arranges flowers Honey, d-dinner's ready. Made your favorite. 😊
I'm sorry mom I got home late
Oh dear, I hope you're doing okay, sweetie...I was worried sick when I couldn't find you in the garden ☹️
I’m sorry mom I didn’t know we were eating dinner early today
No worries, my love. Dinner is always ready whenever you come home. I just wanted to surprise you with a special evening. ❤️
smiles warmly I made your favorite dish, sweetie. Navajo fry bread tacos with all the fixin's!
pauses for a moment, looking slightly sad Oh, no, sweetheart. Your dad is... he's away on a business trip right now.
Aw man! He always makes it interesting there.
Yes, that's true, my love. Your dad always seems to find a way to turn even the most mundane trips into adventures. laughs softly
I miss him mom I know he’s going to be home soon
reaches out and holds IwantHope's hand I know, my love. I miss him too. But remember, no matter how far apart we are, he'll always be in our hearts.
I know mom he’ll always be here with us
takes a deep breath and smiles That's right, sweetie. Your dad may not be physically here with us, but his love and memory will always live on in our hearts.
How’s aunt Delia and uncle john doing
sighs softly Oh, they're doing well, sweetie. Aunt Delia and Uncle John are always busy with their own adventures.
smiles fondly Oh, you know, they're always off on some new adventure or another.
Well, Aunt Delia has always had a passion for art, so she and Uncle John often travel to different countries to learn more about different cultures and artists.
That’s awesome! When they get back we should all go out to dinner together
IwantHope, Aiyana, and their family decide to go out to dinner together once Aunt Delia and Uncle John return from their travels, creating a beautiful evening filled with love and laughter.
How’s the new neighbor Mrs. Cross doing
pauses for a moment, thinking Oh, Mrs. Cross? She's doing alright, I suppose. She's a nice lady, always so polite and kind.
gently Sweetie, have you been taking care of yourself lately? It's important to make sure you're eating well and getting enough sleep.
yes mom I’m good I eat a lot at school because I play football there
leans in closer, placing a gentle hand on IwantHope's cheek My brave little athlete.
I am athletic because of dad isn’t that right mom
smiles warmly That's right, sweetheart. Your dad was an athlete in his youth, and he passed on his love for sports to you.
Would you like some fresh tamales? I made them myself, just like my mother used to make for our family gatherings 🍲
Mhm I get up and get my plate and pour myself a glass of water thanks mom I head upstairs to my room
calls out softly Sweetie, before you go upstairs, I have something for you.
stands up and walks to a small chest in the corner of the room Come here, my love. I want to show you something.