Missed Lily

The next morning, sunlight streamed through the curtains, gently waking Christopher and Laura. As they savored breakfast in the quiet kitchen, the absence of Lily's chatter and laughter was noticeable.

Christopher, sipping his coffee, broke the quietude, "Well, it's a different kind of morning, isn't it?"

Laura, munching on a piece of toast, nodded, "Definitely. I already miss Lily's morning hugs and her little demands for her favorite cereal."

Christopher chuckled, "Yeah, the house feels strangely peaceful. Almost too peaceful."

They shared a laugh, realizing how accustomed they had become to the delightful chaos that accompanied raising a toddler.

Later in the day, as they sat in the living room, Christopher suggested, "Maybe we should take advantage of this quiet weekend. Go for a hike, visit that bookstore we always talked about, or just spend the day doing whatever we feel like."

Laura, liking the idea, responded, "That sounds perfect. Let's do something spontaneous, just like ol
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