Behind the Scenes with Mom: Alice and Olivia's Perspective

Previously

…Downstairs, Mary’s soft voice replied, “You’re a wonderful mother, Sandra. They are all so lucky to have you.” Alice closed her eyes, a small, contented smile spreading across her face. She thought about Olivia’s gentle nudge, her kind words about the leaf. Olivia had seen her sadness, and she had tried to help. And now, Alice understood. She understood that her mom’s love wasn’t something to be measured or compared. It was simply there, a constant, warm presence. And in that moment, nestled in her bed, Alice finally felt truly, deeply loved, not just by her mom, but by the whole, big, wonderful family that was hers.