**Laura**
Stephen and I returned to my father's house the next day. I had a wonderful time with him.
I really miss us. I miss being his firecracker. After spending the night at the bed and breakfast, I realized I want to get back to that role. I don’t like feeling like this fizzled-out version of myself.
As we walked into my father's house, we headed straight for him, where he was holding my son.
“Hi, baby!” I exclaimed, pulling Evan from my dad's arms. “Did you miss Mummy?”
My dad chuckled. “He did very well last night. Did you have fun?”
I glanced at my dad. Yes, I had fun. It was the kind of fun I desperately needed with Stephen, but I doubted my dad wanted to know the details.
My dad rolled his eyes. “I don't need details. Just a yes or no.”
I laughed, realizing how well he k
