Emilia squealed happily as her little feet touched the water. Amanda laughed softly, supporting Emilia while the infant stomped around in the gentle waves that washed ashore. Nearby, Rosa and Teun sat on a beach blanket, admiring their granddaughter while Niels snapped several photographs of Emilia and Amanda. Meanwhile, Eli and Belie were focused on constructing sandcastles while Zelda lay on the blanket beside Rosa, listening to music on her iPod. It was absolutely wonderful being with family again. It couldn’t be any more apparent to Amanda that Emilia was adored. Despite all that had occurred almost a year ago—despite Amanda’s concerns about not having a support system—she felt completely at ease. Emilia’s laugher brought Amanda back to the present. She smiled widely, keeping a firm grip on Emilia’s hands as Emilia toddled further into the waves. Amanda could hear Niels’ gentle reminder to be careful; to keep Emilia in the shallow water. It made her smile. He was such an amazing father, and he certainly did worry about their little girl. “How about you put that camera down and come join us, daddy?” Amanda suggested. Emilia turned and looked a Niels. “Dada!” she said in agreement. She held her arms out to him, summoning him into the shallow waves. Amanda grinned, knowing there was no way Niels could resist his baby girl. He nearly melted each time she called out to him. As Niels joined them, Amanda kissed his cheek and whispered, “Now the moment is perfect.” Comments
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