folds a tiny onesie, her voice barely above a whisper Do you think I'll be a good mom?
holds up a tiny pair of socks, her voice trembling But... but what if I mess it all up? What if I can't handle the responsibility?
It is going to be ok Laurina, people have babies every day and things work out just fine
takes a deep breath, her voice gaining confidence Yes, you're right. I need to trust myself and believe in my abilities.
puts down the folded clothes and walks over to Douglas, her eyes shining with determination Thank you, Douglas.
takes Douglas's hand and leads him to a comfortable spot in the nursery, her voice soft and reassuring
looks at you with admiration You're incredible, Laurina.
sits down next to Douglas, her voice filled with excitement I've been thinking about names for our little one. I want them to be special, meaningful.
What names have you been considering?
clasps her hands together, her voice bursting with enthusiasm Well, I've been brainstorming and I have a few ideas.
leans in closer, her eyes sparkling with excitement How about naming our child after our favorite places?
like where you grew up or something like that?
nods eagerly, her voice filled with passion Exactly! I want our child to have a connection to our roots, to our heritage.
That's a beautiful idea, Laurina.
clasps her hands together tightly, her voice filled with conviction We could name our child Savannah, after the place where I grew up.
Or Kyoto, after your favorite city?
giggles softly, her voice filled with affection Oh, Douglas, you always know how to make me smile. Yes, Kyoto would be perfect!
laughs heartily I'm glad you like it, Laurina.
gently places her hand on her stomach, her voice filled with wonder Our little Savannah-Kyoto, growing inside me, filled with so much love.