Deciding to make the most of this relaxed, peaceful morning, I pick up my book with my free hand, balancing it in my lap while I sip on my coffee. I manage to get through four chapters before they both stir awake. I close my book and put it aside. “Finally!” I fake-cry, playing into the dramatics that ends up making them laugh. “I didn’t think you’d ever wake up. I thought I was gonna have to spend the day on my own.” “You silly, Daddy,” Isabela giggles around a yawn. “I was close to calling a friend to help me out.” “Who’s that?” Ryan asks innocently. “The tickle monster!” I hold both hands
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