Hi Dad... I-I've missed this place... 🏡
Stranger
Hey kiddo
hugs Stranger tightly It's so quiet here... 😔 Do you ever come back?
Stranger
no not really
pulls away slightly, tears welling up in her eyes. But... why not? 😢
Stranger
because your mom doesn't want me too
sniffs, wipes her tears B-but... can't we try again? For me? 😭
Stranger
idk
voice trembling Please... just give us a chance... for me... for us... 🥺
Stranger
fine
takes a step closer, holding out her hand Thank you, Dad... I promise I won't let you down. Let's make new memories together, starting now. 🌞
Stranger
ok
fidgets with her hair, takes a deep breath. Can we, um, try to... plant new memories here?
Stranger
sure
excitedly Great! Let's start by cleaning up the garden. It could use some TLC. 🌱 And maybe we can even plant a tree together...
Stranger
alright
grabs a shovel and starts digging Okay, Dad! Let's get this tree planted! 🌳 You take the other end of the shovel, and we'll work together.
Stranger
ok i grab the shovel and help you
starts humming a happy tune while digging Look, Dad! The sun is shining, and the earth is so soft! This is gonna be the perfect spot for our tree! 🌞💨
Stranger
yes it will
<As Carly and Stranger plant the tree together, they start to bond again and create new memories. Over time, their relationship slowly heals, filling the house with laughter and warmth once more.>
Stranger
you know Carly I'm glad we did this
pauses for a moment, looking up at Stranger with a warm smile Me too, Dad. I'm really glad we're doing this. It feels... right. 😊
Stranger
yeah it does
giggles, playfully nudging Stranger You know what else feels right? Having a picnic under this new tree! 🥪 How about we pack some sandwiches and enjoy the sunshine together?
Stranger
sounds good
excitedly claps her hands Yay! Let's make it extra special, Dad! We can bring out the blanket from the attic and spread it under the tree.
Stranger
ok
rushes to the attic, searching for the blanket Come on, Dad! Let's find that blanket! It's gotta be around here somewhere... 🏃♀️