Alessia gazed fondly at her bright and affectionate children, feeling a warmth spread through her heart.

She gently tousled her son and daughter's hair, asking, "Do you really want mommy to help Grandma Evelyn get better just because you like her?"

"Yeah," Christian nodded eagerly, "Mom, you know, when I first saw Grandma Evelyn, I just felt this connection. She's like a real grandma to me, and I want to be close to her."

Eleanor nodded along, sharing her own sentiments about ...