I cracked a small smile as I placed the cake, teddy bear, and flower on the grave in front of me. I haven't been here in two years. Despite the passage of time, the hurt and remorse was still deeply embedded in my heart.
"Hi," I greeted weakly and caressed the marble tombstone where my baby's name was engraved.
Angele Dei . . .
"I'm sorry, baby. Mommy took a while to come back." I let out a genuine smile. "How are you, baby? Are you playing well with the other kids? I hope you're always happy."
I started to open the box of the cake I brought and took it out. I stuck the small candle on top of it and then lit it. After that, I stared back at my baby again.
"Happy birthday to you. H-Happy birthday to you..." I paused when my voice started trembling. "Happy birthday, happy birthday, happ
