Leah

"He's coming," Sam whispered as she tiptoed back into the living room.

"Finally. I was starting to think he didn't plan on waking up today," Des muttered as we both jumped to our feet and ducked behind the couch.

"Mommy?" Roman called.

I peered over the couch just as he staggered into the living room, rubbing sleep from his eyes.

We jumped out on cue.

"Happy birthday, Roman!"

Pop!

Confetti burst into the air, raining down in bright colours.

He jerked back with a startled gasp, ...