WRITER’S POV Days drifted by, each one more challenging than the last after her aunt left. Audrey woke up most mornings feeling drained her body plagued with a deep unrelenting nausea. Morning sickness had come in full force and as much as she tried to brush it off as just another stage of pregnancy she could sense something was different. Her body felt weaker her energy dwindling faster than she anticipated leaving her struggling to keep up with even the simplest tasks. Adam watched her closely worry etched deeply into his features as each day passed. He did everything he could think of from keeping the house calm to arranging for her favorite foods, checking on her frequently. But it became clear that his careful attentions weren’t enough. One afternoon with Audrey looking particular

