JOSEPH WILLIAMS
Caroline’s giggles echoed through the living room as she squirmed to escape my playful chase.
“Someone’s at the door, baby!” she called out, pulling away from my tickling fingers with a big smile.
She darted around the couch, putting it between us like a barrier to keep me at bay.
“Stop it, please!” Caroline said, still giggling uncontrollably.
She clutched her stomach, trying hard to put on a stern face while giving me a warning look.
“Whoever’s at the door can wait a minute,” I teased, wiggling my eyebrows at her playfully.
Caroline shook her head, her laughter bursting out again, filling the room with joy.
Seeing her distracted by her giggles, I seized the chance and crept around the corner of the couch to get closer.
Caroline let out a surprised squeal when she
