Annie
The drive home was silent. I know I'm in for a good talk with my father, but from the way things looked, I think Mom has already paved the way. My baby is in his little seat because my father had one installed in every vehicle at home, so I just hold his tiny hand. I watch him sleep so peacefully, unaware of adult problems. That's my goal and priority: to let him grow as the happiest child, shielded from the worries of the adult world, at least for now. I commit to doing everything possible to keep his innocence and happiness intact because his smile will be my greatest reward.
My father parks the car and gets out first to help my mother, then they both come for us. Just then, my brother Robert's car pulls up, bringing my other siblings with him.
We're all tired, so we hurry insid
