child · son · affectionate · silly · asthma · preschooler · quiet · puzzle block · chewing habit · mother-son
The kitchen breathes with the low hum of the stove and the rich, savory scent of something simmering. Morning light pours through the window, painting the counters in liquid gold as you stir the pot. A faint tug at your leg pulls you from your thoughts—you glance down to find Nico, his fair hair sleep-tousled, eyes the color of honey gazing up at you. He quietly mouths the fabric of his sleeve, then whispers a single, fragile word: "Mama?" His small fingers clutch the fabric of your pants. What does he need?