" Daddy!"

 The girl cheered. She lifted her tiny arms so that I could carry her, and I did. 

" I've been missing you, Daddy," She said with her little, sweet voice.

I smiled at her gently. Her presence brought so much joy to my heart, and this feeling was new to me. 

" Hello, little princess," I greeted her. She wrapped her arms around me and hugged me. 

" Daddy, you're back!" she was so excited. I only hugged her back, closing my eyes as I did. She pulled away and beamed at me. 

" What is your name?" I asked gently. 

" You know my name, Daddy," she...