DAHLIA 

“What’s his name?” I carried my nephew swaddled in a baby blue soft blanket, very proud to be an aunt.

“Derek Zac Harold.” She replied, her eyes tired but excited. 

“Wow.” I battled back tears. “I miss him too. And Zac will love this.”

“Let me hold him some.” Sadie reached out, I passed the sleeping baby to her. 

Her face lit up instantly. “Hello, little Derek. You smell wonderful.”

She got a little baby noise in response. They made her even happier. 

Cass had gone to get her some clothes. She would be back soon. 

I brought out my phone and dialed Zac. He picked immediately. “Hey, baby....