I noticed her shocking pink swimsuit first. It had a tulle ruffle all around the middle.
Her face was angelic and eyes bright.
Her light brown hair was pulled back in high pigtails secured with white satin bows.
She inched her way into the pool, step by delicate step until she was used to the temperature.
The water was 2 1/2 feet deep but she was careful to stay only on the stairs.
She kicked and splashed with delight.
I watched her bat her eyes at my son, who I learned later is a full year older.
He was instantly and completely enamored by her. Much like his mom who couldn’t take her eyes off her plump cheeks and tiny arms.
For half and hour they blew bubbles, filled pirate ships and butterflies with water to squirt at one another, made funny faces and giggled.
Soon we were introduced to her older brother and the three of them played together and negotiated for five more minutes at least twice.
Finally bidding farewell, we promised to meet again the following week.
Later on our car ride home, Lucas’ skin waterlogged and eyes droopy with exhaustion, he asked me for a little sister.
My heart sank as I barely mustered, “Someday, buddy.”
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My heart hurts yet is hopeful all at the same time. xo
My heart hurts too, but I’m sure something good is waiting for you just around the corner. Always keep hope, always. XOXO
Oh this made my heart ache for you. But there is hope. And that someday will come.
“I won’t give up, if you don’t give up”
my heart, my love, my deepest prayers and wishes are all on the way to you.
HOPE, my friend, I am holding hope for you. xoxo
Oh man, buddy… this post brought one lone tear to my eye…
Lucas would definitely be an amazing big brother to a sister. I can totally picture him never wanting to say goodnight, never wanting playtime to be over, never want to let go of her hand, never having quite enough time with her. He would also be a great big brother to a brother. They would get in so much trouble together! Haha
I have hope Tonya. XOXO
Oh, my heart aches for you. I can feel the longing from you and your son. I hope so much for you that your one day comes soon.
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I’m sorry, sweetie. The aching, the yearning, the longing – it must take such a toll on your heart. Be strong, hang on in there.
I’m so sorry.. My heart aches for you. I hope your ‘someday’ is just around the corner.
Oh. My tummy felt that punch. I’m so sorry. Stupid “someday”.
“nak tanya sikit.. ini nis awek afiqkan?” sambil menunjuk ke arahku.
“Sangat penting..Nota musik ibaratkan lirik lagu…Kalau takde lirik maka lagu tidak dipanggil lagu…..ia hanya tinggal melodi.” jelas Latif Saari. Sarah