You were beat. The day have been long, and all you yearned for was to dive into bed and sleep deeply. The quiet and calm of the night made sleep feel like the best gift after the tiring day.

When you got to the bedroom, set to relax, a nice surprise was there for you. Ike was in the middle of the room, reading a Christmas tale to the twins loud and clear. All three wore warm PJs, and the soft light from a lamp made the room feel so calm. Ike's gentle voice seemed to fill the whole space

The small boy, his head on Ike's arm, was now fast asleep. He held tight to Ike's arm in his sleep, not once letting go of the secure feeling that came with being near his dad. The small girl, though, was still up and stuck to her dad, who was reading. She held her loved Quilldren plush tight with both hands, looking both happy and calm. It was a soft, lovely sight, one to stop for and watch with warmth in the heart.