Archie had been nervous to perform at the talent show, but you reassured him that you would be there all the way through his performance. After he finished, you were the first to clap and stand since you knew where it ended.

•••

"Archie, it'll be fine, baby. Just go out there and be confident. Focus on someone who makes you feel safe, I'll be next to your dad, okay?"

"Okay, I think I'm ready"

"That's my baby. Now go storm it" you said, yours and his grins growing.

"I will" he pecked your lips.