-Chris-
I feel Grace moving in front of me. "Shh"
"But it's my birthday."
I do my best not to laugh at Lizzy who tries to whisper but talks out loud.
"I know, it's your birthday today. Eight years!" Grace whispers.
I open my eyes and see Lizzy next to the bed at Grace’s side.
"Chris is still asleep. It's still very early."
"Congratulations Lizzy!" I shout and both girls are shocked. Lizzy laughs immediately afterward and Grace gives me a push.
"James and Thomas sent me away." She looks at me with a pout.
I laugh at her face and put my arm around Grace and pull her closer to me.
"See next to mom is space for you."
Lizzy smiles and climbs into bed next to Grace.
"Do you want to have a present already?" I ask.
"REALLY? HERE IN BED!!" a combination of screaming and sque
