When we came home, I helped Zion change and freshen up. We ate, and then we did his homework. After tucking him in bed, I sat next to him, stroked the side of his face, and then bid him good night.

"Sweet dreams, okay?" He nodded, and I leaned in and placed a kiss on his forehead before leaving his room for mine.

I had assignments and projects to grade, and I had to do them tonight before turning them in tomorrow.

I entered the bed, wore my glasses, and gathered the papers ...