Nick and Charlie 6 years into the future

sitting up

Charlies pov:

In the cosy ambience of our living room, with the gentle hum of the afternoon filtering through the windows, Nick and I found ourselves captivated by our twin bundles of joy.

Lily and Oakley, at around four months old, were blossoming before our eyes, and the prospect of witnessing their milestones filled us with boundless excitement.

As I sat on the floor, surrounded by a colourful array of toys strewn across the play mat, I couldn't help but marvel at how quickly time was slipping away. Nick was nearby, engrossed in his phone, but I knew he was just as eager as I was to witness the magic unfold.

"Lily, Oakley, are you ready to show us what you can do?" I cooed, leaning in closer to where they lay, their tiny fingers reaching out to grasp at the dangling toys above them.

Their eyes twinkled with anticipation, their chubby cheeks flushed with excitement.

With gentle hands, I lifted Oakley into a sitting position, supporting his still unsteady back with one hand while the other cradled his chubby little legs.

His face lit up with a radiant smile, his blue eyes alight with wonder as he realized he was in a whole new world of exploration.

"Look at you, Oakley! Sitting up like a big boy," I exclaimed, unable to contain the pride and joy bubbling within me.

Nick set aside his phone, joining me on the floor to witness the milestone firsthand.

Meanwhile, Lily, always eager to keep up with her brother, wriggled and squirmed until she, too, was propped up in a sitting position. Her giggles filled the room, a symphony of pure delight that warmed my heart.

"You're doing it, Lily! You're sitting up all by yourself," I cheered, my voice filled with awe and admiration.

Nick's eyes shimmered with unshed tears as he watched our little girl achieve this significant milestone.

Together, we marvelled at the sight before us—two tiny beings, each with their own unique spirit, defying the odds and conquering new challenges with every passing moment.

Our hearts swelled with love and pride as we realized just how blessed we were to be their dads.

"Can you believe it, Nick? Our little ones are growing up so fast," I said, my voice tinged with a mixture of nostalgia and wonder.

Nick nodded, a tender smile gracing his lips as he reached out to gently ruffle Oakley's soft hair. "They're amazing, Charlie," he replied, his voice filled with affection.

And so, we spent the rest of the afternoon revelling in the joy of our children's achievements, celebrating each topple and tumble as they navigated the uncharted territory of sitting up on their own.

As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over our little family, I couldn't help but feel immense gratitude for the privilege of being their dad.

Together, Nick and I would continue to bear witness to every milestone, big or small, knowing that each one brought us closer to a future filled with endless love and cherished memories with our precious Lily and Oakley.

A/N
Lily and oakley are getting so big now, it's so bittersweet 😭🥹