Charlies pov:
As I walked into the living room, a symphony of baby giggles filled the air, accompanied by Nick's gentle chuckles.
Lily and Oakley, our bundles of joy, lay on their play mat, their tiny hands reaching out for colourful toys dangling above them.
"Looks like they're having a blast," I said, joining Nick on the floor.
Nick grinned, his eyes sparkling with pride. "Yeah, they've been so interactive lately. Watch this."
He wiggled his fingers in front of Lily's face, eliciting a wide grin and a delighted squeal from her.
I couldn't help but feel overwhelmed with emotion as I watched our daughters grow and develop right before our eyes.
It seemed like just yesterday they were born, and now they were starting to show signs of their unique personalities.
"Hey, Charlie, come over here," Nick called out, motioning for me to join him by Oakley's side. "Check this out."
I crawled over and sat down next to him, watching as Oakley focused intently on a bright red ball hanging from the mobile above him.
With a determined look on his face, he extended his chubby arm and made a clumsy grab for it, his fingers brushing against the soft fabric.
"He's trying to reach for it!" I exclaimed, my heart swelling with pride.
Nick nodded, his expression mirroring my own. "Yeah, he's been practising for a few days now. It's crazy to see his progress."
As we continued to watch our babies explore their surroundings, I couldn't help but feel grateful for these precious moments. Being a parent was challenging, but it was also the most rewarding experience of my life.
"I can't believe how much they've grown already," I said, feeling a lump form in my throat.
Nick wrapped an arm around my shoulder, pulling me close. "I know, it's bittersweet. But hey, we're doing a great job, aren't we?"
I nodded, a smile spreading across my face. "Yeah, we are. And I can't wait to see what other milestones they'll hit in the future."
Together, we sat there, basking in the warmth of our family's love, as Lily and Oakley continued to amaze us with their first smiles, coos, and reaching for objects. These were the moments that made it all worthwhile.
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Nick and Charlie 6 years into the future
RomanceNick and charlie have now been together for just over 7 years. They have moved into their first apartment and bought a car. over all everything seems to be going great, charlie is now eating three times a day. WHOO. but will anything break these two...
