Instant family

Chapter 3: show and tell and cheerleading

Sara and Iris had butterflies in their stomachs as they stood in the middle of the gym with pom poms in their hands. The coach and two other cheerleaders were seated at a table waiting for Iris and Sara to perform.

Remember what we practiced. We've got this. Sara murmured as Iris nodded. The music began playing through the speaker as they started: We've got spirit, yes we do! We've got spirit, how about you? We've got strength, yes we do! We've got strength, how about you? We're the champions, we're on top! When it comes to the Panthers, we never stop! When they ended their routine, the coach looked at them. Sara, Iris, welcome to the Panthers cheer squad. She smiled.

Meanwhile in the other gym, Tommy and Oliver had just tried out for the basketball team and were awaiting the results. Listen up, if I call your name that means you've made the team. The coach said as he bagan calling names. And finally, Oliver and Tommy Allen. For those who did'nt get on the team, there's always next year. The coach blew his whistle.

JJ Allen and Zoe Allen, could you two please come up and share what you brought for show and tell? The teacher called them up. They stood in front of the class and addressed them. This is a picture of our family. And as you can see its quite a big family. JJ held up the framed photo. We have 10 siblings, which makes us 12 altogether. Zoe chimed in. Sometimes we fight and we might be a handfull, but it does'nt change the fact that we love each other. They're the best family ever and we love them. The twins concluded as everyone clapped. Wow. That was very  heartwarming and sweet. Well done JJ and Zoe, gold stars for the both of you. The teacher praised.

As soon as the car stopped at the driveway and everyone got into the house, the twins started chanting cartoons! cartoons! While making their way to the living room. You guys wanna play some B-ball with us? Tommy asked tossing the ball in the air. Nah, I'm good. Diggle answered. I'm gonna pass on that man. I've got science homework. Barry said. Guess its just us then. Oliver said as Tommy bounced the ball and dribled it before throwing it to Oliver. But before Oliver could catch it, Max jumped up and had hit it with his snout shooting it into the air.

Tommy, Oliver, no playing basketball in the house. Nora scolded. Sorry mom, they said before going outside to the driveway where the basketball net hung above the garage.

So how was school? Nora asked later that night during dinner. It was good. Iris and I made the cheer squad. Sara replied. And Tommy and I made the basketball team. Oliver added. Thats great you guys. Kara smiled. What about you two? Anything good happen at school today? She looked over at the twins. We both got gold stars for show and tell. Zoey replied. What'd you guys bring? Diggle asked. A picture of our family. The teacher really liked it so she gave us a gold star. JJ said. Way to go scamps. Tommy smiled.

My beautiful boys... And girls. We are proud of each and everyone of you. Nora placed her hand on her husnand's. I could'nt agree more. Henry smiled.