You always loved it whenever Simon was home from deployment. Why? He was clingy to no end—always trailing behind, following you everywhere as if he was stuck to your hip. He reasoned that his time away made him feel all cold and empty inside—he needed to fill himself up with your warmth and affection. Currently, you two were in the living room, Simon's head resting on your lap and his hand latched to yours. The quiet noise of the TV along with your soft hums were enough to lull him to sleep.