A love like yours

"When I promised to never leave your side, I meant it. It may have seemed to you like I wasn't being for real because I was only twenty, you were sixteen. When your family told you to go 'Build your home.' because you 'chose' to be a mother, I vowed to be there for you until the very end." "You've given me the most precious gift, a daughter and I don't know how I can ever thank you. Apart from our age, you may have had your disbelief because of the reputation I had at school. You might have thought that I was jumping around from girl to girl for the fun of it, but I was looking for someone like you, to love me genuinely and not for the money I have, someone to care enough to ask how I'm actually feeling." "Today marks the day that you and I discovered our miracle. At first, we thought that she was just a tummy bug, then thought it was just your usual menstrual cramps and then thought that your mood swings were just a part of teenage years. Realizing that it was a gift bestowed upon us was a shock to everyone, to say the very least. We thought she'd have abnormalities or that she wouldn't grow up to be a healthy baby, but she came out just fine, perfect I'm fact. " "It's her day but without you, my love she wouldn't be here today so I'd like to make a toast to the second most important woman in my life, Amber for being strong enough to be the glue that holds our mini family together. Lastly, I'd like us all to turn to the screen, I have pictures of my baby, Royalty I'd like to show you. These are a reflection of her journey, so far here on planet Earth. Well, I don't need to announce her age, the big number balloons indicate that she's three years old. People focussed their attention on the screen while I went to my father. Dimitri: Well done Son. I have to admit, this is not the future that I envisioned for you, I thought that you'd be in varsity already, pursuing your passion. I would've loved to be preparing you to take on the business world but life doesn't always turn out the way we want it to." Nonetheless, you've grown into an honorable man and I'm proud of you. Maggie: True... Your father and I take pride in calling you our son. you could've been many things, like a junkie but here you are, as handsome as ever, well-groomed, and successful. Good job, she says patting my shoulder. I shoulder hugged my father and thanked him for his kind words. I'm very fortunate to have gotten a family like mine, their love for me is unconditional and their doors are always open for me. It's a real pity that Amber didn't get to have that a chance and it's partly my fault. Royalty: Daddy, let's go! Mommy's calling you! I'm coming, dear. I turned to my father as she engulfed me in a bear hug. Go now Rey, you woman needs you. I made my way to where she was seated And started by giving her a kiss before she could say anything. Rey: So what do you need me for? Amber: I just miss you, nothing much, she shrugs. You know your sisters don't like me, they've been giving me the nasty eye ever since they got here so... I figured that having you here would be way better. Rey: I still have to fix the situation with my sisters. I've tried but they're not budging. I'm not saying that I'm giving up though, I'll try until I get it right but if push comes to shove, I'll ask my mom and dad for permission to move out of here. that way, we can control when we see them. Amber: Look, I'm not trying to separate you from your family. If there's anyone who needs to try anything, it's me, I have to try harder to make them realize that I'm good for you. They're convinced that I'm after the money. I gave her a genuine smile. "You're the best you know that? I asked her. Amber: I know love. And being with you was the best decision I've ever... Royalty! Get down from there before I smack you. I wonder where this child learned how to climb trees. I shake my head at the thought. Royalty comes running to me. Me: Why don't you play on the bouncy house baby? "They called me fat mama." She says trying to hide her tears from me. The other children laughed at me because Charneé called me fat. she huffs and looks at me, failing to keep her tears from falling. I know damn well who the parents of this Charneé are. "Go play. If somebody says that again, call me. " I say to her. I marched to this child's parents and tapped her mom's shoulder. "Hi, I'm Royalty's mom, I got a complaint about your child's behavior. She called my child fat, at her home, at her party. We do not condone body shaming in this household. Sheila: I've always taught my child to call a spade a spade. She says nonchalantly. That's it! I took my heels off and got ready to attack! Mamma bear took full swing. I raised my fist and swung it back ready to throw the first punch when I felt a hand holding mine. I looked back and it was Rey holding me Me: What? Rey? Let me deal with her! Rey: You're causing a scene. What's going on here Sheila? "Rey," She says flicking her hair. I clap my hands and say a silent prayer. I will go all kinds of crazy on this woman. "This is all just a big misunderstanding. Your wife's got it all wrong. She says faking a giggle. This is not the end of it! Rey and I still have a lot to talk about.