SABRINA
Rose had rapidly outgrown her clothing, leaving me with no choice but to plan a shopping excursion for her. While en route to the mall, I realized that I, too, needed a little energy boost, especially since I had spent the entire day indoors, making me feel somewhat lazy and fatigued. Consequently, I decided to make a quick pit stop at a nearby coffee shop.
Taking a moment to glance at Rose, who was peacefully dozing in the backseat, I couldn't help but entertain some regret about bringing her along for the shopping trip. She had been full of exuberance earlier in the day when we departed our home, but her liveliness had somehow dissipated, and she had drifted into a slumber just before our arrival at the mall.
With a final look at my sleeping daughter, I exited the car and sto
