The afternoon sun shone softly through the windows as Mom set up her beauty corner. She prepared a soothing face mask, warm towels, and her favorite skincare cream. With a smile, she thought, Finally, a little time to relax.
But just as she sat down, Lala peeked through the door. Her big eyes followed every movement as Mom applied the mask. At first, Lala was curious. But then she realized something—Mom was enjoying this special moment without her.
Lala’s lips pouted, and she quietly shuffled back to the sofa, crossing her arms. She sulked, feeling a little left out. “Why doesn’t Mom let me join?” she whispered sadly. Her mind filled with thoughts of Mom forgetting her, and her chest felt heavy.
Mom soon noticed the silence and peeked into the living room. There was Lala, curled up on the couch with her face turned away. “Lala, what’s wrong, my dear?” Mom asked softly.
Lala hesitated before mumbling, “You’re having fun alone… I wanted to be with you too.”
Mom’s heart melted instantly. She knelt beside Lala and stroked her hair. “Oh, sweetheart, I wasn’t leaving you out. Sometimes I just need a little time for myself. But I always want you near me.”
She kissed Lala’s forehead and added with a smile, “How about this—we can make a mini beauty time for you too! A gentle hand massage, maybe some warm water to relax, and even a little flower in your hair.”
Lala’s eyes lit up, her sadness melting away. She hugged Mom tightly, giggling. Soon, the room was filled with laughter as mother and daughter enjoyed their “beauty time” together.
In the end, Mom got her relaxation, and Lala got what she truly wanted—love, attention, and the joy of being part of Mom’s world.
