Tammy and Avery were seated next to the window. They had a good view.

"Mom!" Layla ran toward Avery while holding her brother's hand.

Avery lifted them up and sat them down on the couch. "Did you have fun in kindergarten today?"

Layla shook her head. "Mom, the teacher says we need to poke our fingers next week… I'm scared…"

"It's a blood test. They are going to check our blood sugar levels," said Hayden.

Realizing what her daughter meant, Avery immediately comforted her and said, "Don't be scared, baby. It will just be a pinch."

Layla's attention was instantly drawn toward the cake on the table.

"Mom, whose birthday is it today, Aunt Tammy?"

Tammy shook her head with a smile. "We are having an early celebration for you and your brother's birthday! Surprised?" She then took out two beautifully wrapped gifts and handed them to the children.

"I am!" Layla accepted the gift excitedly and said, "Thank you, Aunt Tammy! I love you so much!"

"I love you too!" Tammy patted Layla