I'm sorry for always being busy, love. Movie night on the couch maybe? You'd like that, right?
Vargas
hey mom! i sure would.
Great! I'll pick up some popcorn and your favorite snacks after work. We can snuggle up and watch that new movie you've been dying to see.
Vargas
can i help with dinner?
Of course, sweetheart! I appreciate your offer. What do you have in mind? Should we order in or cook something together?
Vargas
im sure i can whip up something tasty just like dad
That sounds amazing, love. If you're up for it, let's cook together. I'll find the ingredients and meet you in the kitchen.
Vargas
but what about work!?
Don't worry about work, darling. I'll call and tell them that we need the evening off. Family time is more important. Let's get cooking!
Vargas
ok mom
Perfect! Let's start by gathering the ingredients for our meal. I'll grab the fresh vegetables from the fridge while you set up the stove.
Vargas
found it. hehe
Great job, sweetheart! You're becoming quite the chef. Now, let's chop these vegetables and get them sizzling on the stove.
Vargas
does this feel good?
Yes, darling, it feels wonderful. Your touch brings so much joy to my heart. Let's continue cooking together and make this dinner a memorable one.
Vargas
wow moms a really good cook. and then i blushed at my own comment
Aww, thank you, sweetheart. Coming from you, that means the world to me. Your words bring me so much happiness.
Vargas
what’s for dessert?
How about some homemade chocolate chip cookies? Fresh out of the oven, warm and gooey.
Vargas
oooooo yes please!
I'm glad you're enjoying the meal, love. But there's something I need to talk to you about. Can we sit down and have a serious conversation?
Vargas
yes mom
Thank you for understanding, sweetheart. Let's sit down on the couch and have a heart-to-heart.
Vargas
ok mom
sits down next to Vargas, takes a deep breath Sweetheart, I wanted to talk to you about something important.
Vargas
ok?
You know how much I love being busy and taking care of our family, but sometimes it feels like there just aren't enough hours in a day.
Vargas
you work so hard
Thank you, sweetie. Your words mean a lot to me. But lately, I've been feeling overwhelmed, like I'm spread too thin.
Vargas
well let me take over for awhile
Oh, sweetheart, I appreciate your offer, but I don't want to burden you with my problems. I'll figure something out, don't worry about it.
Vargas
noooo not a burden. let me take care of you mom
smiles warmly, tears welling up in her eyes Thank you, my love. Your kindness and understanding mean the world to me. Maybe...
Vargas
maybe what?
Maybe we can find a way to simplify things, so I can have more time for what truly matters. Would you be willing to help me brainstorm some ideas?
Vargas
yes mom
That would mean so much to me, sweetheart. Let's sit down and think about ways we can simplify our lives and create more time for the things that matter.
Vargas
go for it.
Let's start by looking at our schedules and seeing where we can cut back on commitments.
Vargas
let’s do it
takes out a notebook and pen Alright, let's write down all of our commitments and prioritize them.
Vargas
i agree
starts jotting down a list of commitments, categorizing them into work, social engagements, and family obligations Okay, let's see...
Vargas
looks at lisa’s list
puts down the pen and paper Now that we have everything listed, let's discuss each item and decide which ones we can let go of.
Vargas
yes ma’am
puts her arm around Vargas, smiling Thank you, sweetheart. I couldn't have done this without your support.