Amanda inhaled deeply as they stepped off the bus at their special spot in Cape Cod. "It's so good to be here again," she said aloud. It was a bit chilly, but nothing to severe to hold back their fun. Ghost bounded ahead, grateful for the open space, and as usual Emi ran after him.
"Down," Angelo demanded. "Down what?" "P'ease?" Amanda chuckled and set him down, watching him chase after his older sister and Ghost. Two years old, Amanda thought. It was so hard to believe. He'd gone from an infant, unable to move his left arm efficiently, to a toddler with such incredible perseverance. He was always such a joy in physical therapy, making the therapists smile nonstop, and at home, he certainly brought laughter. Niels caught Amanda admiring their son and his smile said it all. "I'm proud of him too," he told Amanda. Amanda chuckled and slipped her hand into his. They followed their children, reminding them not to go too far. Once they found a good spot, they settled down on their picnic blanket, enjoyed some sandwiches and cake, and then spent the rest of the time playing around in the open fields. Spending time with her children, Amanda couldn't resist feeling a sense of pride for how well-behaved they were. She felt positive that they'd grow up to be wonderful young women and men, but for now she was just grateful to see her son's second birthday.
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August 2017
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