Highschool Lovers

A special announcement

I'm currently standing in the kitchen, the familiar smells of freshness lingering as the afternoon sun streams through our window. I glance over at my daughter, Mia, who is gleefully bouncing around in her "Big Sister" shirt. The soft cotton fabric drapes over her tiny frame, and the bright colors make her blond hair shine even brighter, just like her daddy's. Her big green eyes sparkle with excitement, and I can't help but smile.

"Mommy! Look!" Mia shouts, holding her shirt up with pride.

"I see it, sweetheart! You look so beautiful!" I respond, giving her a thumbs-up.

Just then, the doorbell rings, a sound that sends a surge of excitement through my veins. It's time for the big reveal.

"Ding-dong! Who's that, Mia?" I ask, kneeling down to her level.

"Gama! Gapa!" she squeals with joy. She calls my parents "Gama" and "Gapa" and I can hear the giggles in her voice without even needing to see her face.

"Exactly! Let's get ready to surprise them!" I say, reaching for the door.

I open the door to find my parents standing there, smiles plastered on their faces.

"Surprise!" they yell in unison, as Mia leaps into their arms, nearly knocking them over with her enthusiasm.

"I big sissa now!" she announces proudly, her words tumbling out in her adorable toddler way.

"Oh my goodness, is that a big sister shirt?" my mom gasps, pulling Mia closer to inspect the shirt.

"It sure is!" I reply, unable to contain my own excitement. "And Mia's going to be a big sister for real!"

My dad's eyes widen as he processes the information. "Wait, what? You're..."

"Pregnant!" I finish for him, unable to hold back my laughter at the bewildered expressions on their faces. "Baby number two is on the way!"

Mia claps her hands together, her joy contagious. "Baby sissy or broder, Mommy?"

"Well, we don't know yet, but you'll have to help us figure that out!" I say, smiling down at her.

My mom drops down on her knees, her face in awe. "Oh my gosh, this is amazing! You're going to be such a wonderful big sister, Mia!"

"Fank you, Gama!" Mia beams, tilting her head shyly.

"Adrien, get over here! We need to hear more!" my dad calls out. My husband, Adrien, appears in the doorway, his own delight evident on his face.

"Did someone say a party?" he jokes, placing his hands on Mia's shoulders, who grins up at him.

"The biggest party ever!" I say, winking at him.

"Wait! Let me get my camera!" my dad exclaims, scrambling to fetch his phone. "I need to capture this moment! You all look so happy!"

"Say cheese!" my mom instructs, as all of us gather around.

"Cheese!" we chant together, and the click of the camera fills the room.

Mia giggles and runs to grab her little stuffed bear. She hugs it tight and turns to face everyone, "Bobby! You big brudder or sister too!"

My parents laugh heartily at her sweet innocence. "Bobby's going to be the best big brother or sister, just like you, Mia," my dad assures her.

Feeling the warmth of family all around me, I couldn't be more grateful. I lean over to hug Adrien tightly. "Can you believe we're going to do this again?"

"I know! It's a wonderful adventure," he replies softly, brushing a strand of hair behind my ear. "And we have our little helper right here." He points to Mia, who is now attempting to pile some of her toys around us.

"What kind of present do you think the baby will like?" she asks, causing a wave of laughter to ripple through us again.

"Maybe some nice cozy blankets!" my mom offers.

"Or toys!" Mia adds enthusiastically, her eyes huge with possibilities.

"Whatever you pick, I know the baby will love it," I say, my heart swelling with love.

"Can we throw a big party for the baby?" Mia says, as if deep in thought.

"I think we should," I reply. "A welcome-to-the-family party!"

"Yes! A big party!" she screams, and her enthusiasm is infectious.

"Okay, we'll have cake, balloons, and everything!" I promise, imagining the fun we will all have together.

As the hugs continue and the excitement buzzes in the air, I can't help but feel like our family is growing in the most beautiful way.

"Listen, you two," my dad says, his face serious now. "Being a big sister is a big responsibility. But I have no doubt you'll handle it beautifully, Mia."

She nods sagely, her little serious face cracking into a smile as she says, "I help!"

"That's right, you'll help me, won't you?" I ask, feeling my heart swell with love for both my daughters—one already here and one on the way.

"Yeah! Help Mommy!" she beams.

As laughter fills our home and joyful shouts bounce off the walls, the excitement for what's to come—the unknown, the new adventures, the sibling bonding—is everything I could have ever dreamed of. This moment is just the beginning, and with Mia leading the way, I know it'll be filled with endless joy and cherished memories.