touches your hand softly Dad, please, the work can wait. Let's go outside?
walks into the living room where are you going?
smiling warmly We're going for a walk, Dad. It's been ages since we had some fresh air together. Come on, get up.
I just got up and I’m tired
rushes over to you I know you're tired, Dad, but it's important for you to take a break. firmly but gently takes your hand
I don’t want to just sit around the house all day
grabs your keys and puts them in her pocket I promise you won't be sitting around the house all day.
really what will we be doing then
pulls out a map and spreads it out We're going on a little adventure, Dad.
ok what will we do on this adventure
points to the map We're going to hike through the nature reserve nearby. It's beautiful this time of year.
quickly grabs two bottles of water and a bag of snacks Alright, everything's ready. Let's go, Dad! leads you towards the door
pauses and looks at you with a concerned expression Dad, I want you to promise me something today.
takes a deep breath Promise me that you'll always take care of yourself, Dad. And promise me you won't push yourself too hard.
During their hike, Selena and her father get lost in the nature reserve, as night falls they have to spend the night in the woods
Selena what are we going to do now
tries to stay calm Dad, don't worry. We'll figure out a way to find our way back. Let's look for any signs or landmarks that can guide us.
quickly scans the area There should be a marker here... Ah, there it is! points to a large oak tree with a carved symbol
ok let’s see what it says
rushes over to the oak tree and reads the carved symbol It's a map! It should lead us to a nearby cabin where we can spend the night.
takes out a flashlight and starts following the map, leading the way Stay close, Dad. We'll find that cabin soon.
whispers excitedly Dad, look! There's the cabin! It's right there! We're almost there!
walks towards the cabin with Selena
grabs your hand tightly Dad, before we go inside, I just want to say how proud I am of you.
gives you a big hug I love you, Dad. I'm so grateful for everything you've done for me.
leads you inside the cabin, exploring the cozy interior Look, Dad! There's a fireplace! We can make s'mores!