Feb 2005...
By the time Amanda slept, it was around 10pm. She woke up before the sun had risen and got up from bed. She didn't get ready just yet because she wanted to make the house spotless before the kids woke up. Thank goodness she cleaned the kitchen last night before she slept.
She cleaned the living room and dining. Over the past few days, she has gotten used to eating and sleeping on the floor. Hopefully, they'll be able to buy furniture soon.
Amanda planned on wearing a sleeveless white and sky-blue dress she bought a few months before they moved. The dress mostly blue with the top being white and a little blue belt and white flower separating them.Though this dress has been in her cupboard for almost half a year, she just never had time to wear it. And the best thing about this dress is that it matches the blue and white theme perfectly.
Amanda also planned that after having breakfast and coming back home from their outing, they'll celebrate the day by cutting the cake and enjoying a grand dinner.
The sun was still yet to rise but even still, Savannah was already wide awake.
"Can I help you with that?" Amanda heard a familiar voice say behind her, she quickly turned around to see Savannah standing right behind her.
"Don't worry", Amanda said as she kept the broom by a corner of the dining room, " I'm already done".
After a few moments of silence, Savannah finally spoke. " So what are we doing today?" She said looking up at her mother.
" Well", she started as she sat down on the floor and instructed Savannah to do the same, " after breakfast, we'll go out for an outing. We'll all wear clothes that match the theme which is blue and white. Then, we'll come back home and cut Adam's birthday cake".
"You still haven't told me the flavour yet".
"Don't worry about that, you'll find out later. Now come and help me with breakfast". Amanda said as the two of them got up and made their way to the kitchen.
"So what are having for breakfast". Savannah asked as Amanda looked around the fridge.
"Scrambled eggs and toast. Or do you want something else". Amanda said as she got up and stood by the gas cooker.
" No, it's fine".
Both Amanda and Savannah prepared the breakfast and served it before keeping it on the floor.
"The sun has started rising. I think it's fair if you wake up your brother. If he doesn't get used to waking up early during the weekend, how will he cope when school resumes".
"Okay mom". Savannah said as made her way to Adam's room. She wasn't even halfway there when she saw him yawning and stretching as he approached her.
" Good morning". He said as he walked passed her and made his way into the living room.
" Good morning?" Savannah replied as she turned to look at Adam. "Wait. Why are you up so early?" Savannah asked as she made her way back to the living room.
"Because I wanted to see what my amazing mother has planned for my birthday this year. Why else do you think I'd wake up so early?" He said as he turned to look at Savannah who was towering over him.
Savannah rolled her eyes before saying, "Yeah you woke up early, it's 6:15. By this time, you'll have only an hour and 30 minutes before the bus arrives. Adam rolled his eyes at her as Savannah sat down for breakfast.
"Okay you two, have your breakfast quickly and then we'll decide on were we're going today". Amanda said as she gave Adam and Savannah each their plates.
"Wait, we're going out today?" Adam asked.
"Yes. To celebrate your birthday ". Amanda said as she took her plate from the tray and crossed her legs.
"But where to?" Adam asked as he took a bite of his toast.
"Didn't you hear her? We're going to discuss that after we're done eating ". Savannah said as she too took a bite from her toast.
" Yeah, I heard her". Adam said blankly as the three continued eating their food.
The meal didn't last long. Soon enough, they were done with their breakfast and all three of them assembled at the kitchen.
"So...where are we going?" Adam asked as soon as both Savannah and Amanda arrived at the kitchen.
Amanda took the dirty dishes to the sink before turning to look at the two who were staring back at her. " I've thought about it and I think we should go to the mall".
"The mall?" Both Savannah and Adam said in unison.
"Yeah, what's wrong with it?" Amanda asked.
"What are we going to do there? Try out prom dresses?" Adam asked, sarcastically.
Amanda smiled a bit before approaching the two, "It's not like we're staying there long. You never know, what if you'd find something you want me to buy for you as a birthday gift".
"So indirectly, we're going there to look for a gift for me. Wow, who knew I was so important". Adam said as smirked mischievously.
Savannah rolled her eyes before saying, " So when are we going?"
"Not long after now. All we have to do is get our clothes ready, remember, the theme is blue and white".
"So are we going now?" Savannah asked. Adam sighed as he walked out of the kitchen.
" Yes". Amanda said as she also walked out of the kitchen.
Both Amanda and Savannah went to their room to pick out their clothes. Since Amanda had already picked out her outfit, all she did was take it out of the closet.
"Wait, are you wearing that dress?" Savannah said when she saw the outfit Amanda picked out.
"Yes. What's wrong with it?" Amanda asked, worried that Savannah thought it looked too flashy.
" So does that mean I'd have to wear a dress to". Savannah asked.
Amanda was a bit confused as to why Savannah would ask such a question. " No, if you want you can wear jeans or skirts. It's your choice".
"Don't worry about it, I'll wear a dress, so we'd be matching".
" Okay". Amanda said before grabbing her towel and hair brush and making her way to the bathroom. She quickly took her bath, put on some lotion and brushed her hair. She thought of styling it but chose to just tie it into a little bun. Both her and Savannah's hair were so long, almost reaching their waist. That is one thing they both have in common. After taking her bath, she walked out of the bathroom and Savannah quickly rushed into the in.
She had just a towel on as she stared at her dress which was, layed on her bed infront of her. She slipped it on before trying on her white heels. If they had a standing mirror, she could easily have checked her full reflection.
Not long after that, Savannah also walked out of the bathroom. Savannah had picked out her blue and white dress. It was mostly white but came with a little jacket that was sky-blue.
It didn't take long before both Amanda and Savannah were done getting ready. The two of them looked so much alike, with matching features and although not matching clothes.
After waiting for quite sometime, Adam was also ready. He wore a navy blue suite with a white button down shirt.
"What took you so long?" Savannah asked when she saw him walk into the living room.
"I am the birthday boy, I have to look great for the celebration". Adam answered.
"Okay, we're getting late, let's get going". Amanda said as she checked her watch...