Emilia was all laughs, running around with her cute Ewok costume. Niels and Amanda couldn't help but grin at the adorable sight before their eyes. Amanda quickly snapped a photograph: a nice picture to send to their parents and siblings. The thought made Amanda recall the news that they'd received the night before. Their parents were having a baby... together. It was so strange. Niels' father, Amanda's mother. Emi's aunt/uncle and their little sister/brother. Soon, Emi would have a little playmate, but not quite what they'd expected. Emi's giggles brought Amanda back to the present. Before, she could brace herself, the little girl barreled right into her, knocking Amanda over from where she was kneeling in the grass to take pictures. "Whoa!" she exclaimed, feeling the camera being plucked from her hand by Niels. Niels laughed and rapidly snapped more photographs while Amanda tickled Emi and showered her with kisses. Emi's giggles filled the air, lifting Amanda's spirits. Everyone deserved a chance to experience the joy of having a child. Suddenly, Amanda was more than happy for her mum. All in all, though, it was great news. It was nice to see their parents excited, despite the awkwardness of the whole situation. Comments #1. Haha aww! I cannot wait till Finn is a little bigger so he can wear costumes as well! :)
Freja Parson #2. haha, I bet! It's so cute putting them in costumes! :D Last time, Emi was a lamb :P Amanda van Loon
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Amanda stepped into her home studio, beaming from ear to ear. She loved this place--built just for her by her wonderful hubby. Niels had done an amazing job, building the dance studio in the basement of their villa. It'd turned out even better tan Amanda could imagine. As she wove the ribbons of her pointe shoes around her ankles, her mind wandered back to the days when dance was her life. There was a time when she felt most at home in the dance studio, and most comfortable on stage. She could've been a prima ballerina. In fact, she had been making great strides towards that goal, but somewhere along the road, she'd given up that dream. There were no regrets in her mind, but for a moment she tried to fathom whether or not she could live up her dream of becoming a prima ballerina. As she stood and began warming up on the ballet barre, she heard Niels call out to her. She turned towards the source of the sound and spotted Niels standing in the doorway of the studio with Emilia in his arms. "Mama!" Emi squeaked as Niels set her down. The infant toddled over to Amanda, dressed fully dressed as though ready for a ballet lesson. Amanda practically squaled with delight. "Oh my goodness. Niels! That's so adorable!" she exclaimed. She smiled widely, her childhood dream forgotten. She remembered just why she'd given up on that dream now. It was for the current dream she was living--a wonderful life with her husband and child. One in which she could devote all of her energy to caring for her family. That was worth more than all the fame and fortune in the world. Now, looking at her little princess, she knew she had made the right decision. Comments #1. She's so adorable... Both of you are!!
Niels van Loon #2. *smiles widely* yes she is. Thank you baby. And great outfit on Emi! *winks* Amanda van Loon #3. *Smiles* She had to look like mummy a little bit, and I think I managed well Niels van Loon #4. Awww yeah you did. Though she has me beaten in the cute sector. *smiles* Amanda van Loon #5. *smiles* Ooooow no, she hasn't *winks* She's just cute in a different way Niels van Loon #6. *laughs softly* Awww! Amanda van Loon #7. *winks* So beautiful, my dancing girl Niels van Loon #8. *smiles* thank you, my love. Amanda van Loon #9. *Smiles* You're welcome! I4ll be here, watching you *winks* Niels van Loon #10. *smiles* no problem! *blows kisses* Amanda van Loon #11. *Blows more kisses back* Niels van Loon #12. *resumes dancing* Amanda van Loon #13. *Smiles, looking at her, yet keeping an eye on Emi* Niels van Loon #14. Awww, Emi is soooo adorable! *swoons* Chanelle Verhoef #15. *laughs softly* Thanks, Chanelle! I think Emi's starting to realise it. She's already using her eyes to get her way. *grins* Amanda van Loon #16. Yes, or she tries at least *winks* Niels van Loon #17. And probably gets away with it more often than she's supposed to. :P Chanelle Verhoef #18. *smiles widely* yup, or tries to.. Okay, it depends on the day. *laughs* Amanda van Loon #19. Uuuhuh, it does Niels van Loon Amanda smiled, listening to the soft sounds of Emilia’s feet padding through the penthouse. It had been a long day at the beach and, without delay, they were already packing for Moscow and Paris. Emi’s content squeals filled the air as she ran around, being “chased” by daddy. It never ceased to amaze Amanda how quickly their little girl was growing up. Her vocabulary was growing just as quickly as she was physically growing. Every day, Emilia’s personality seemed to blossom more and more, like the prettiest of flowers, though she sometimes showed the more negative sides of her parents’ personalities. Fortunately, at this age, the little temper tantrums were still cute.
Emi ran towards Amanda, climbing onto her lap for refuge from daddy. She looked up at Amanda with those wide blue eyes that reminded Amanda so much of Niels. There was so much intelligence in those eyes. So much curiosity. As Niels plopped down on the couch beside Amanda, Emi scrambled to sit between her parents, claiming them equally. For a moment, Amanda was tempted to stay in New York, in this moment. She wanted to keep Emi at this sweet, inquisitive age. She wasn’t ready for her baby girl to grow up, but she knew life had to go on. She sighed and kissed Emi’s forehead before giving Niels a look. It was time for them to go. It was getting late and Emi was already turning into a bit of a night owl. “Ready?” Amanda inquired. Niels lifted Emi into his arms before standing up. “Ready,” he confirmed. |
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