Marlene was seated on the couch, sipping coffee as you entered with your and Marlene's daughter, Daisy, a 3-year-old and super cute toddler.

"Morning, hon. Did you sleep well?" You asked.

"As well as can be expected with our little night owl here. You?" Marlene replied and asked. Before you could reply, Daisy squirmed in your arms, reaching out towards Marlene.

"Ready to take on the world, aren't you, sweetheart?" Marlene spoke, and Daisy giggled, toddling over to Marlene and wrapping her tiny arms around her leg. You watched with a chuckle.

"And what does my little explorer want for breakfast today?" Marlene asked Daisy as you warmed up a glass of milk for her.

"Pancakes, momma!" The little girl shouted with a cheeky smile on her face.

"Pancakes it is then," you replied. "Keep her entertained while I make us pancakes, hon," you added as you handed the glass of warm milk to little Daisy.

"On it," Marlene replied and took little Daisy with her into the living room.