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It was a sunny day in Zurich, with a refreshing breeze sweeping through the streets. After a long journey from New York, we had finally amived in Switzerland–a place we had always dreamed of exploring together.X
But this time, it was even more special–not only because it was our honeymoon, but also because we had brought our twins. and George, who had just turned two years old.!!
Gabriel
I glanced at Nathan, my husband, as he unloaded our luggage from the taxi. His face looked calmer than it had in the past few days. Maybe it was the relief of finally seeing our long–planned trip come to life. When he looked up at me, his sweet smile sent warmth through my heart
Nathan reached out and gently stroked my hair. “So, what do you think? Switzerland–here we are at last.”
I smiled, taking in the breathtaking mountain scenery it’s even more beautiful than I imagined. And judging by those two,” I nodded toward Gabriel and George. I think they’re going to love it here
The energetic twins stood in awe, staring at the snow–capped mountains in the distance. Though they were still very young, their wide eyes sparkled with wonder as they watched birds soaring across the clear blue sky
“Daddy, look” Gabriel exclaimed, pointing at a mountain with his tiny finger
Not wanting to be left out, George grabbed Nathan’s hand and pointed at a snow covered hilltop. “Ice! Ice!” he shouted excitedly
We laughed, knowing that this trip wasn’t just for us but also for them to give them an unforgettable experience. Switzerland, with its breathtaking beauty, was the perfect place to introduce them to the wonders of the world while cherishing the moments we had as a family.
Exploring Switzerland as a Family
lake view–we took a short rest before
After checking into our hotel–a charming place on the outskirts of Zurich with a stunning la deciding to take a walk along the lake…
Nathan took the twins hands before reaching for mine. “How about a stroll by the lake? I think the G–twins would love watching the boats sail by.“–
I nodded with a smile “Agreed! They love it. And Id love to take in the scenery with all of your
As we walked along Lake Zurich, our boys giggled and ran ahead, their laughter carried by the wind. We stopped at a lakeside cafe, Indulging in hot chocolate while soaking in the picturesque view
Gabriel, his face beaming with excitement, lifted his tiny cup. This is delicious, Mom! Sweet
George, ever the shadow of his older brother, quickly followed. I couldn’t help but laugh, realizing how much he imitated Gabriel in everything. Even the smallest things, like sipping hot chocolate, became a competition between them.”
in that would
Nathan and I exchanged a glance, sharing a quiet moment of happiness. This was exactly what we had hoped for a trip bring us closer, while bringing joy to our children.
A Journey Through Switzerland
After spending a few days in Zurich, we traveled to Luceme, a city renowned for its historic wooden bridges and breathtaking buntain views. The train ride itself was an adventure for the twins
Gabriel pressed his face against the window eyes wide with amazement. “Wow! So much snow!
As expected. George copied him, pointing outside with excitement. “Icel Ice! Lots of th
The train sped through a pine forest blanketed in thick snow, the scenery outside looking like a painting come to life. Upon arriving in Lucerne, we made our way to the famous Kapellbrücke bridge. We took turns carrying our tired but happy children, capturing countless photos together.”
Nathan took several pictures of me with the twins, occasionally asking kind passersby to take a family photo.
“This is our first picture in Lucerne,” he said, his eyes shining. Tm going to print it and hang it at home. 8
I hugged him gently, feeling the love in his words. “It will be a wonderful memory, Nathan. Thank you for bringing us here.”
For the rest of our trip, we explored Interlaken, visited Jungfrau, and marveled at the endless beauty of Switzerland. Traveling with two energetic toddlers wasn’t easy, but instead of feeling exhausted, we felt even closer as a family.!
Through their innocent eyes, we were reminded of the joy found in the simplest things–a snowflake on a mitten, the sound of rushing water, the feeling of the crisp winter sick
The Final Night in Switzerland..
On our last evening, we sat on our hotel balcony, watching the sun set behind the mountains. The golden hues painted the sky. casting a soft glow over the landscape
Nathan took my hand in his, his voice filled with emotion. “This is amazing. I don’t want to leave this place, but what matters most is this journey we’re on together
I turned to him, smiling. “Yes, I feel the same way. We’ve created so many beautiful memories, and the best part is that we did it together. This isn’t just a honeymoon–it’s the start of many adventures to come.”
Gabriel and George had long since fallen asleep in our arms, exhausted from a day filled with excitement. Nathan and I looked at each other, knowing that this wasn’t just a vacation–it was the beginning of a lifelong journey, through every season, creating more memones as a family.2
Then, out of nowhere, Nathan whispered, “I want to give them a sister
Tens and My Escape to Freedom
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Returning to New York!!
After a week in Switzerland, we returned to New York, where reality awaited us
Nathan was still working as a hacker, though he had cut back on taking clients. Meanwhile, my boutique had flourished. The building that had once burned down was now rebuilt, and I had even expanded with branches in other cities. 3
For now, Nathan was handling most of my business, while I focused on the boutique only got in fashion collaborations and photoshoots.
involved in major events, such as
That morning, I was getting ready to leave for the boutique, with the twins trailing behind me as they had been doing a lot lately. Nathan was in the kitchen preparing breakfast when he called us over.
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“Hey, Twins,” I whispered, crouching down to Gabriel and George. “Remember our plan this morning?”
The two nodded eagerly, excitement twinkling in their eyes.!!
Suppressing a smile, I led them to the dining room, already filled with delicious food I cleared my throat and gave the twins a silent
Gabriel approached Nathan, his expression serious. “Dad, Mom is angry. She said you met a woman who left something in your car George nodded solemnly, backing up his brother’s claim
Nathan froze mid–step, then turned to me, looking utterly bewildered. In an instant, he rushed toward me.!!!
“Honey, what did you tell them?1 swear, I haven’t met anyone–except for your secretary, Kate! For God’s sake, I wouldn’t dare mess
around
I crossed my arms, giving him an intense stare while struggling not to laugh at his panicked face.
“If you didn’t do anything, why do you look so nervous? I asked, raising an eyebrow
I cut him off, placing a small box on the table “Look inside. Maybe then you’ll remember.”
Nathan hesitated, swallowing hard before slowly opening the box. His expression shifted in an instant. He looked up at me, eyes. wide, his lips parting slightly as if to ask is this real?
I nodded firmly, and tears welled in his eyes!
“Congratulations on your hard work, Mr Hawthorne. I gently placed a hand on my still–flat belly, smiling. “This is your baby.”
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