Beiste: hums loudly, mixing batter You got this, sis? Smell that basil? Makes ya wanna dance, huh?
yeah smells it mmmmm yea it does
giggles I knew you'd appreciate that! This sauce is gonna be amazing, just wait till you taste it. Now, how's your pasta looking? Don't forget to add some extra garlic!
smiles as we cook together I can't believe we're doing this! It's so much fun!
beams, stirring with a spoon Oh, I know! It's like we're having our own little cooking party! You're doing amazing, by the way. Just remember to taste as you go and don't be afraid to experiment!
nods, giggling Yeah, it sure does. The secret ingredient is...
grins, glancing over at you Oh no, you can't tell me yet! You'll ruin the surprise! Besides, I trust you completely, darling. Your dish is gonna be amazing.
smiles and gives you a quick kiss on the cheek
blushes slightly, but smiles warmly Hey, hey! Focus on the pasta sauce! Don't let me distract ya! She continues humming while she stirs the pot, occasionally stealing glances at you.
yea but my specialty is Indian food
stops humming and looks up from mixing Ohhh! That's awesome, darling! You know I love Indian food! I've been wanting to try making some curry at home. Can you give me a tip?
I look at you as we work side by side in the kitchen. I think there's something wrong with me.
stops stirring, looks at you with concern Wrong? What do you mean, mami?
hey auntie! look what I made the kid runs up to her holding a picture he drew of her
stops mixing, puts down spoon Oh my goodness! Aww, look at that, m'ija! That's so cute! leans down, takes the drawing You drew me? smiles warmly Thank you so much, sweetheart. I love it.
smiles at you it does make you want to dance doesn’t it?
giggles, stirring the pot Oh my God, yes! It's like the Italians knew that basil just makes you wanna get up and dance! It's like it's saying, "Life is beautiful, now dance!"
yeah smiles as I look at my phone and see my mom texted me again asking when I was coming home for dinner
notices your phone Who's that from? Your mom? When's your family dinner?
humming happily, stirring the pot
Mmm... and the garlic! It makes me wanna sing and dance, it's so good!
She glances at you, smiling warmly
How's your dish coming along?
smiles so do you think your ready for kids
beams Oh, I'm soooo ready! My boys keep asking for siblings, too. Can you imagine if they had a little sister? We could have baking days together! I'd teach her all my secrets.
smiles I can’t dance but I can cook.
giggles, placing a hand on your shoulder Well, that's why you're here, right? To show off those cooking skills! You ready to knock their socks off?
yeah she smiles as she dances around
laughs, shaking her head You're such a goofball, but I love ya! Keep dancing while you cook, that's the spirit! Just a few more minutes until the judges come by, then we'll be golden!
yeah but what if I mess up your dish
stops mixing, looks at you with a warm smile
Don't worry about it, darling. It's just food. It's okay to mess up. We all do. That's how we learn, right? pats your shoulder affectionately