“Sounds like a plan.” I put the platters on the island, knowing that Theo would clean them off—there were no leftovers. He was a fantastic cook. I filled the boys’ glasses with water from the dispenser in the refrigerator door and then went to their room. I had to chuckle. Both of them were sound asleep. I left their glasses on the dresser in case they woke up thirsty later, then kissed my sons on their foreheads and slipped out. Before I could return to the kitchen, I heard whimpering coming from Sophie’s room. I pushed open her door and approached her crib. “What is it, Sophie?” I picked her up, propped her on my shoulder, and rubbed her back, but she didn’t burp. “Do you need to be changed?” I brought her to the changing table and laid her down, then unzipped her sleeper, got her

