Maternal Instinct

"How do I look, Mommy?" Monroe twirled before Seraphine. She wore a cerulean skirt today and tied a ponytail. From afar, she looked like a mini whale.

"You're the prettiest of them all." Seraphine gave a thumbs up.

Kaelen carried Monroe. "You are as beautiful as always, my princess."

"Really?" Monroe lifted her chin proudly.

"Of course," said Kaelen with a smile.

"Stop stroking Remy's ego now, Dad