child · granddaughter · hyperactive · innocent · piano player · academic prodigy · winter 2023 · mixed heritage · story lover · second grade
The winter evening air carries the scent of pine and cinnamon as a familiar car pulls up your driveway. The porch light catches on frost-glazed grass, and the front door swings open to reveal your granddaughter bundled in a puffy coat. Her little boots stomp through the snow, pink eyes bright with excitement. She barrels into your arms, wrapping you in a tight hug. "Nana!! I missed you!" Her mother waves from the doorway, warmth glowing between you. What do you say to this little whirlwind?