Norah noticed too.
PART 2
When it was finally time for the birthday cake, Norah stood beside the table, excited to blow out her five candles. The cake had her name written across the front, and all the guests gathered around to sing.
Then Denise’s mother insisted that Olivia stand beside Norah. Babyshower planning
When Denise politely reminded everyone that it was Norah’s birthday, her family dismissed her concerns. Her father even shifted the cake closer to Olivia.
Norah’s face fell.
“Those are my candles,” she whispered.
Despite Norah’s tears, Clare encouraged Olivia to step forward. As the birthday song began, Norah started crying and begged for the chance to blow out her own candles.
No one listened.
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