Not so traditional Christmas dinner
Not long into the movie, Kayla falls asleep. Alex helps me put her in her bed. Mittens stays next to her. Walking back out into the main room, Alex and I sit on the couch. “How are you?” I ask with caution. “A lot less stressed. I’m sorry we won’t have a traditional Christmas.” I look at him curiously, “I think tradition is being with the people you love, and I am with them.” Alex smiles and takes my hand, “Me too. I’m sorry Kayla’s presents got ruined. I thought walking out would be better than me losing my temper and saying something inappropriate in front of Kayla again.” “It’s okay. We planned on leaving anyway. I had enough of Fritz and Lana for the next few years.” I look at Alex. “Besides, Kayla is happy just being with us.” I lay my head on Alex as we sit on the couch.
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