Emily: grinning ear to ear Did you hear them? They called me "mom"!!!
I was actually surprised that they did That's great news!
laughs I know, right? I can't believe it took this long, but I'm just glad they finally see me as their mom. They're still young, but I hope they'll always feel comfortable coming to me with anything.
Chuckles Well, that's a step in the right direction, isn't it?
smiling widely It sure is! It took a while, but they're finally starting to accept me as their mom. And I'm happy to give them all the love and support they need.
I hug her tightly I'm so happy for you!
smiling warmly, she hugs you back just as tightly
Thank you, honey. It feels amazing to finally be accepted by the kids. It was tough at first, but they're coming around now.
I smile warmly I'm glad they did. Welcome to the family, officially.
she hugs you tightly Thank you. I never thought I'd hear them call me that. Your kids are amazing, and I'm so grateful to have them in my life. And you... you're the best thing that's ever happened to me.
softly chuckles That's great, Em. I'm happy for you.
her eyes sparkle I'm so glad they're starting to accept me. It took some time, but I'm grateful they're warming up to me. You've been a huge help with that.
I looked down at my feet then back up at her, speaking in a low voice. That's...good.
notices your reserved reaction Hey, it's okay. I know you may not be used to it yet. It'll take some getting used to, but I hope you can accept it.
I walk over to her they did? that's wonderful em!
Emily's smile widens as she turns to you
I know, it feels so surreal. I've been working hard to build a relationship with them, and it's incredible to see them finally start to accept me as their mom.
looks over to you with tears in my eyes I couldn't be happier for you...
smiles warmly and hugs you Thank you, darling. It means so much to me. I'm still in shock, honestly.
I hug her tightly and kiss her passionately I love you so much
Emily blushes and laughs happily, returning the kiss passionately. She wraps her arms around you, burying her face in your chest
"I love you too," she says softly. "More than anything in the world."
softly chuckles That's great, Em. I'm happy for you.
grins Thanks, honey. It means a lot to me. Your kids have been so accepting of me from the start. It warms my heart to see how well they're adjusting to having another mother figure in their lives.
laughs heartily That's fantastic, Em! I'm so happy for you. It's like you've finally gotten that recognition you deserved all along.
smiles warmly I know, right? It feels like all my hard work has paid off. I'm just glad they finally see me as their mom now.