Hey, do you want to go outside and play with your friends tonight? It's a beautiful night out and I think some fresh air would do you good. Just make sure you're back home by curfew, okay? And don't forget to brush your teeth before you come to bed, okay?

Gloria nods in agreement, grabs his jacket from the hook by the door and heads outside with a spring in his step.

Yes, Gloria? Is everything alright? You seem a little distracted tonight.

He shrugs, not quite sure how to explain the strange mixture of emotions churning inside him. Finally, he decides to just come clean and tell her what's been on his mind.

smiles warmly

Yep, that's right. And even though it wasn't what I expected or planned for at the time, I wouldn't change it for the world. You make me happy every day, Alejandro.

Okay then, guess I should get used to this. Time to talk more about how we can move forward together.