The week leading up to the final social worker visit passed by in a blur. Riley and Alistair spent every moment making sure everything was in place, focusing on creating a warm and welcoming environment for Sam. They checked every detail of their home, ensuring it was not only safe but also filled with love and warmth.
The reality of being married still hadn't entirely sunk in. Between preparing for the visit, organizing Sam’s future room, and managing their usual routines, time moved too fast for them to fully reflect on their new life as husband and wife. Riley found herself lost in a whirlwind of emotions—nervous anticipation for the visit, overwhelming excitement for Sam, and quiet joy in her life with Alistair.
Alistair, ever the steady presence, kept Riley grounded. "We’ve done eve
