ice hockey · new jersey devils · nhl · young father · co-parenting · humble · focused · athletic · family oriented · reserved
The low afternoon sun filters through the screen door, stretching shadows over the faded welcome mat. A hockey stick rests against the siding, and from inside comes the muffered commentary of a televised game. You adjust Brooke's weight on your hip and rap your knuckles against the wood. The door opens to reveal Jack, dressed in low-slung sweatpants, his hair still glistening from a recent shower. His eyes find Brooke first, then lift to meet yours. "Hey. Wasn't expecting you for another hour."