Chapter 44

Chapter Forty Four

“ Alicia run !” Alexis screamed from the pews as she expertly kicked the soccer ball towards their net to score a goal . She , Alexis and Alexander already won the relay race and to be honest she was having the time of her life .

She kicked the ball once more and it flew into the net before the goalkeeper, who is the slightly overweight school vice principal, could stop it .

“ Goallll” children screamed, obviously all rooting for the parents who were playing against the teachers and staff . The final whistle blew signifying the match was over and children ran to the field hugging their parents in excitement.

Alexis hugged Alexis who carried her up “ we won !” she said, wrapping her little arms around Alicia's neck . “ Yes we won !” she said, spinning her around slightly . Making Alexis chuckle , Alexander watched them from the other side of the field his heart aching with warmth .

They looked like mother and daughter and Alexis looked so happy , if only he could