I woke up to an empty bed. My daughter Sophie is out of sight. I scrambled to my feet, grabbed my robe, and went outside quickly. As I descended the stairs, I could hear her giggles and screams. I followed the voice, and I saw her in the backyard playing with Liam and Collette.
I watched them from the screen door. Liam had Sophie on his back while Collette pretended to catch them. Mr. and Mrs. Jones and Todd are watching them with smiles on their faces. I don't see Taylor anywhere. She's probably still sleeping.
I opened the screened door and stepped outside. Aunt Carmen saw me and waved at me to come and join them. I greeted them good morning and sat on an empty chair.
" Good morning, dear. How was your sleep? I'm sorry if we woke you up. Collete went to your room and saw that Sophie
