Nova
After a long and eventful day, I was glad to finally be home. My feet dragged as I made my way up the front steps to my little brownstone apartment, but the sound of music and laughter coming from inside brought a smile to my face.
“What are you still doing up, young lady?” I teased as I stepped inside. “It’s way past your bedtime!”
“Mommy!” Lila came barreling out of the kitchen, bringing with her the scent of fresh-baked cookies. I hung up my coat and grinned, scooping my daughter up into my arms.
“I take it you had a fun day?”
Lila nodded enthusiastically. “Mhm. Auntie made cookies.”
“I can tell,” I laughed. “You’ve got chocolate all over your face.”
Susie appeared around the corner, smiling sheepishly. “I know it’s late, but the girls wanted to be up for when you got home.
