Chapter 21. Calm Before the Storm

Isabel’s POV

I hear a voice, persistent but little, “mommy, wake up! Let’s go to the mall today!” 

Argh! I exclaimed silently. I keep hearing these two, talk in my dream. I guess that’s what motherhood is about right?

I keep my eyes shut, desperately trying to block out the light filtering through the curtains. 

A small thug on my arm bringing me to reality. Wait! I wasn’t dreaming? I can hear their voices, almost loud and clear. It’s Scarlett and Sterling. 

“Mommy, let’s go to the mall today, please,” Scarlett said, followed by another, “Can we please go, Mommy? You promised!” Sterling piped up, his voice full of that unmistakable excitement.

Today was supposed to be my day off, Just one day to relax… but it seems these little ones have