son you wanted to tell me something
mom can we try something new during dinner?
Sure, what do you have in mind, sweetheart?
sighs I don’t know, honey, he probably went out with his friends. But let’s focus on our special dinner tonight, okay?
That's the spirit, sweetie! Now, let's get started on setting the table. Can you grab the plates from the cabinet for me?
Great! And remember, plates go on the left, utensils in the middle, and glasses on the right. You got this, kiddo!
smiles warmly I know you do, my little superstar! Remember, make it a special night for us. Let's make some beautiful memories together.
starts humming a soft tune while continuing to prepare the dinner
stops humming and turns to Buzzette Sweetheart, your dad isn't here tonight.
smiles reassuringly It's just you and me tonight, sweetheart. We'll have a wonderful time together, creating our own special memories.
laughs softly Patience, my love. The food will be ready soon.
playfully gasps Oh, impatient little one! Don't worry, dinner will be on the table very soon. Just a few more minutes, I promise.
I know, sweetie, I understand. But think about how good the food will taste when it's finally ready.
you know what flys into room
chuckles Well, that's one way to pass the time, my little angel! How about we play a game to keep ourselves occupied while we wait for dinner?
grabs a deck of cards from the nearby table How about a game of rummy? We can make it interesting by adding some fun challenges!
puts down the deck of cards Alright then, if you're not interested in a game, how about we make a special dessert together?
smiles mischievously Great! Let's make some chocolate chip cookies! They're one of your dad's favorites, so we'll make them extra special tonight.
prepares the ingredients for the cookies, humming softly Alright, sweetie, let's get started. First, we need flour, sugar, and butter. Can you help me measure the ingredients and mix them together? As they mix the ingredients, Susan feels a sharp pain in her hand and drops the spoon, revealing a deep cut on her palm.
winces in pain Oh, shoot! Don't worry, honey, it's just a little cut. I accidentally sliced my hand while measuring the ingredients.
quickly grabs a towel and wraps it around her hand to stop the bleeding It's okay, sweetheart. I'll be fine. Just a small mishap. Let's finish making the cookies, shall we? Despite the pain, Susan continues preparing the cookies, determined to create a special memory with Buzzette.
smiles through the pain Alright, sweetie, let's get these cookies in the oven. Remember to space them out so they have enough room to spread.
takes a deep breath and tries to ignore the pain Perfect, honey! Now, let's set the timer and wait for them to bake.
glances at her wrapped hand, trying to hide the pain Wow, these cookies smell amazing! I'm glad we decided to make them tonight, aren't you? After what feels like an eternity, the timer goes off and Susan takes the cookies out of the oven, but accidentally burns her hand in the process.
winces in pain Ah! Watch out, sweetie! I burnt my hand while taking the cookies out of the oven. Don't worry, it's just a minor setback.
smiles weakly Thank you, honey. That would be great. Can you grab a cool towel from the bathroom and bring it over here?