Chapter 129: Closure

Marie A deep sense of purpose and contentment washed over me as I gently rocked the tiny human swaddled snugly in my arms. I’d felt love before, towards different people, but nothing compared to what I felt at that moment. It was like everything automatically got better whenever she cooed or made any sounds. She was a very sweet child, never crying unless she absolutely had to. “You are the most beautiful thing ever,” I whispered as her eyes fluttered sleepily before finally closing. I moved forward slowly and gently laid her down on my bed. “Crystal says I shouldn’t do this, but you can stay with Mommy for a while.” I adjusted her blanket and then pulled back to admire her. I hadn’t been prepared for single motherhood, but I was going to make it work to the best of my abilities. I straightened, staring at the bed to make sure she was perfectly in the middle. After I was satisfied with her position, I walked into the bathroom to take a shower. It was while in there that I rand