Kevin’s New Beginning
Kevin never imagined that one ordinary Tuesday would change his life. The day began like any other—emails, meetings, and thoughts of Taco Tuesday—until his phone rang. The caller ID said “Home,” which was unusual. Laurel usually just texted. Curious and slightly concerned, he picked up.
“Daddy?” came a small voice.
It was Alice, his five-year-old daughter. Her voice was quiet and uncertain. She explained that Mommy had packed a suitcase and left, saying only that she needed to “be a big girl.” Confused and concerned, Kevin rushed home.
When he arrived, the house was quiet. Alice sat in the living room holding her favorite stuffed rabbit. She ran into his arms as soon as he walked in, asking, “Where’s Mommy? When is she coming back?”
Kevin did his best to comfort her. In the kitchen, he found a white envelope addressed to him. Inside was a note from Laurel:
Kevin,
I need to take some time for myself. Please take care of Alice and tell her I love her.
—Laurel
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