My Birthday

I hoped that the children wouldn’t grow up too fast so that we could slowly enjoy and savor these wonderful moments together. I patted their heads in turns as I thanked them for the presents that they had prepared. 

I glanced over at Edward who was watching this loving scene unfolding with a warm and tender smile on his face. I was sure that Edward had helped all the children pick out their presents for me and, once again, I was so thankful to Edward. He has done so much for me and our children. 

“Thank you so much everyone for the presents!” I thanked my children with a large smile on my face. 

Edward came up to hug me lovingly from behind before kissing my temple softly. I took his hands into mine and leaned into his warmth. 

“Time for bed, kids,” Edward said in a mockingly stern voice. 

I glanced at the clock on the wall and found that it was much later than I thought it was. It was already