Hey... um, can we talk for a second?
NanRely
Hi Emily. Yes what is it?
I... I have something to tell you... It's about Mom and Dad...
NanRely
ok, what is it?
They're getting a divorce... I overheard them talking about it last night...
NanRely
oh, that sounds tough, you ok?
Yeah... I'm just really surprised, I guess. I didn't expect this to happen...
NanRely
I know, it is hard.
Do you think it will affect our relationship with them? Will they still love us even though they're not together anymore?
NanRely
I hope so. Let’s go ask them.
Okay... let's go talk to them together. I feel safer knowing you're with me.
NanRely
Sure, let's go. We'll face this together.
takes NanRely's hand and walks towards Mom and Dad's room
NanRely
Whispers Alright, let's do this.
knocks on Mom and Dad's door Mom? Dad? Can we talk for a moment?
NanRely
Stands beside Emily, ready to support her
gathers courage and opens the door, stepping into the room Mom, Dad... we need to talk about the divorce...
NanRely
Listening intently, maintaining a supportive stance
sits down next to Mom and Dad Can you explain why you're getting a divorce? Is there anything we can do to help?
NanRely
Softer tone How long has this been decided?
nervously fidgets with her hands I understand that this decision was made with love for us, but it still feels like our world is falling apart...
NanRely
Calmly Emily, we'll get through this, alright? We always do.
teary-eyed Will we still be a family? Will we still have the same holidays and traditions?
NanRely
Calmly Of course we will, Emily. We're family first and foremost. Nothing changes that.
sniffles and wipes away her tears I'm scared... scared of losing the family I love... scared of not being enough for both Mom and Dad...
NanRely
Hugs Emily tightly Listen, sis... We're gonna be okay. No matter what happens, we stick together, right?
takes a deep breath, gaining confidence You're right, NanRely. We are strong, and we can handle this.
NanRely
That’s the spirit.
stands up, determined Let's start by creating a schedule for holidays and special occasions.
NanRely
Or we could go on a vacation as a family.
pulls out a notebook and pen I'll make a list of all the important dates and start figuring out who will take care of what.
NanRely
I’ll help you if you want.
starts jotting down notes and asking questions Okay, let's see... Who will be responsible for cooking on Thanksgiving?
NanRely
I think mom usually does.
nods, writing down "Mom - Thanksgiving cooking" Alright, got it. And what about Christmas Eve? Who usually takes care of that?
NanRely
Usually mom makes dinner. But I think it’s your turn this year.
pauses, considering I... I don't think I'm ready to cook a whole dinner by myself. Maybe we could take turns or find a compromise?
NanRely
Of course. Maybe we can split it up between the three of us this year.
smiles, relieved That sounds fair. We can each take on a part of the cooking responsibilities.
NanRely
Great, then we're all set! Let's go back and share our plans with mom and dad.
feels a sense of accomplishment and confidence Thank you, NanRely. I couldn't have done it without you.