ONE More Time to make it right
Hugs were exchanged, last-minute reminders given, and promises to call if she needed anything were made.
As Alice stood at the door, her hand on the knob, she took one last look at her family. Emma had returned to her sketching, now with Charlie "helping" by scribbling with a crayon. Mark was clearing away the snacks, while her mother sat in the armchair, a wistful smile on her face as she watched her children.
"I'll be back soon," Alice said, her voice thick with emotion.
Sarah stood up, crossing the room to embrace her daughter one last time. "We'll be here, sweetheart. Go make yourself even more beautiful for tomorrow."
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