Emily's language skills blossomed, and she began forming short sentences. "Mama, want juice!" she'd say, or "Daddy, play!"
Liam and Alexandra responded patiently, encouraging her communication. They read books together, pointing to words and pictures.
One evening, Emily snuggled close, listening to a bedtime story. Liam's voice soothed her, and she drifted off to sleep.
"She loves stories," Alexandra whispered.
Liam smiled. "She loves us."
Their love and connection grew stronger with each passing day.
As Emily grew, she began asking "Why?" about everything. Liam and Alexandra patiently answered, encouraging her curiosity.
One day, Emily asked, "Why sky blue?" Liam explained, "The sky looks blue because of the way light scatters in the atmosphere."
Emily's eyes widened. "Wow!"
Liam and Alexandra marveled at her curiosity and love for learning.
As Emily's questions continued, Liam and Alexandra realized she was developing her own interests. She loved watching birds and collecting leaves.
One afternoon, Emily gathered leaves in the backyard. "Look, Mama!" she exclaimed, showing Alexandra her collection.
Alexandra admired the leaves. "These are beautiful, Emily. You're a great collector!"
Emily beamed. "I want to make a collage!"
Liam and Alexandra supported her creativity, providing materials.
Emily created a beautiful collage with leaves, glue, and colorful paper. Liam and Alexandra admired her artwork.
"Wow, Emily, you're so creative!" Alexandra said.
Emily smiled. "I love making art, Mama!"
Liam framed the collage. "This will be a special keepsake."
Their home filled with Emily's creations, each one telling a story.