The morning sunlight streamed through the kitchen window, illuminating Ada and Neenah's breakfast routine.
Neenah chattered excitedly about her upcoming school play. Ada listened attentively, her heart swelling with pride.
"Mommy, I'm going to be a butterfly!" Neenah had exclaimed earlier, twirling around her room.
Ada had helped Neenah rehearse her lines, and now, watching her daughter shine, she felt tears well up.
The play, "The Magical Garden," told the story of a group of flowers and insects working together to create a beautiful garden.
Neenah, dressed in a colorful butterfly costume, flitted across the stage, her wings fluttering.
"Welcome to our garden!" Neenah declared, her voice clear and confident.
Ada beamed, snapping photos to capture the moment.
As the play ended, Neenah's teacher, Mrs. Johnson, congratulated the children.
"Neenah, you were fantastic!" Mrs. Johnson said.
Neenah glowed, running to Ada for a warm hug.
"Mommy, did I do good?" Neenah asked.
Ada's eyes shone. "You were amazing, sweetie!"
After the play, Ada and Neenah celebrated with ice cream.
"Mommy, can I be in another play?" Neenah asked.
Ada smiled. "Absolutely, baby girl!"
After the memorable event at school and also the ice cream date Ada and Neenah were home, they decided to take a rest before evening.
As the day kept unfolding peacefully in the evening, Ada was in the garden nurturing her beloved plants.
As she worked, she reflected on her journey as a single mother. Challenges had arisen, but her love for Neenah kept her strong.
The doorbell rang, breaking Ada's reverie. It was Rachel, her sister.
"Hey, sis! How's life?" Rachel asked.
Ada smiled. "It's good. Neenah's keeping me busy."
Rachel laughed. "I bet. I'm taking her to the zoo this weekend. Want to join us?"
Ada's face lit up. "That sounds perfect."
Rachel had spent the night with them since it was a weekend the next day. Neenah was so delighted to see her Aunt and they had spend the whole night chitchatting, before going to bed.
The sun shone brightly as Ada, Neenah, and Rachel arrived at the zoo. Neenah's excitement was contagious.
"Mommy, look! Elephants!" Neenah squealed.
Ada and Rachel laughed, following Neenah to the elephant enclosure.
"Wow, they're so big!" Neenah exclaimed.
Rachel chuckled. "And smart too! Did you know elephants have great memories?"
Neenah's eyes widened. "Really?"
Ada smiled, watching Neenah's wonder.
Rachel shared interesting animal facts, making Neenah's eyes sparkle.
"Did you know giraffes have long necks to reach leaves?" Rachel asked.
Neenah repeated the fact to Ada, proud of her newfound knowledge.
As they walked, Neenah skipped ahead, her ponytail bouncing.
"Mommy, can we ride the train?" Neenah asked.
YOU ARE READING
MY MOTHER'S LOVE
General Fiction"Neenah was once a beacon of joy, her heart filled with the unwavering love of her mother. As a devoted mommy's girl, she basked in the warmth of their unbreakable bond. But fate had other plans. Suddenly, Neenah found herself stripped of that love...
