Threads of Comfort

A few days later, Pietro arrived at Skylar’s house with a bright bouquet of balloons and a bag of gifts, ready to bring some joy to the kids. As he stepped out of his car, he could hear the laughter and shouts of children playing in the backyard. His own daughter, Sophia, was already here, enjoying the afternoon with Skylar’s children and her brother Emilio’s daughter. She seemed to be here more often than their own place. He liked it though, at least she wouldn’t be all on her own.

Skylar greeted him at the door with a warm smile and a peck to his cheek. “Hey, you! The kids are going to be so excited.”

Pietro handed her the balloons returning her kiss. “I thought they’d like these. And I’ve got some gifts in here for all three of them too.”

Skylar’s eyes sparkled. “You always know how to make their day.”

They walked into the house, where Emilio was lounging in the living room, a soccer game playing on the TV. Jared, and Lorenzo ran up, their faces lighting up at the sight of the