*Olivia*
I hummed a soft lullaby, gently stroking the back of the precious child in my arms. Elio was fast asleep and I held him steadfastly. He was growing so big, and I knew that soon I wouldn't be able to carry him like that anymore.
I laid my cheek onto his soft curls, closing my eyes as I swayed back and forth gently like a slow dance just for the two of us. I couldn't even begin to explain how much love I held for him in my heart. I would do anything for him.
He was the greatest joy I had ever been given.
The soft lullaby I had been singing ended and before I could begin again, I heard the sound of footsteps just outside the door, heavy, like something was weighing them down. The door creaked open, the spot of light from the hallway cutting through the dark room.
