Disclaimer: I do not own Frasier, Grub Street Productions and Paramount do.

Author's Note: Takes place during Chapter 4, an in-depth look at a day in the life of Daphne and Niles taking care of Evangeline. Short chapters for this and Niles' chapter. Best to read the first story, Chance at Parenthood.

On an early morning May the sun had woken Daphne from her sleep. Hearing baby gurgling through the baby monitor completely woke her up. She got up and headed to the nursery. When she reached the nursery, she walked over to the crib she saw how baby Evangeline was awake, alert and watching the mobile above her head.

Daphne stood there and watched the sweet baby girl for a little bit. She and Niles were so lucky to have the baby in their lives. Despite having worries and qualms about parenting, Niles was doing a fantastic job. At this moment, they were in the process of adopting the now four-month-old baby girl. She leaned and said, "Good morning little one."

When baby Evangeline heard the voice, she looked away from the mobile and at her mom. Evangeline instantly recognized her and began smiling her gummy smile. Daphne's heart melted when she saw the baby smile. How could anyone not love a smile like that? From there Daphne picked up Evangeline and gave her loving kisses which elicited giggles from the baby.

Daphne loved the sound of baby's laugh it was so simple and innocent. Once the baby's diaper changed and fed had to breakfast she herself got breakfast and got ready for the day. As was doing so she found a note on the dining room table. She smiled. She loved how Niles always left her a note every morning before he left for work. Once she was ready, had what she needed for Evangeline and had her in a baby sling she whispered to the baby, "Ready to go and see grandpa?"

Baby Evangeline happily gurgled her response. Daphne knew Evangeline loved her grandfather. In the past, Martin would give a fuss about doing his exercises; now with Evangeline there, it seems he is more willing to do it, especially if he has to lay on the front side on the table to get his back massaged. During this time, they both Daphne and Martin would watch as Evangeline had her tummy time.

It also seemed like every time Daphne brought Evangeline with her (and when she didn't) Martin had a gift for her whether it was a onesie or an age appropriate toy or a teddy bear. After the exercise and massages, she would help with any chores. True she didn't need to help with that, but after doing for so many years previously she knew just how Martin was used to certain things.

After Daphne and Evangeline arrived back at home she had checked on the baby's diaper and after feeding the baby, Daphne set to put the baby in a walker and set about to take care of the chores. Wherever she was she would make sure she would be able to see Evangeline in her walker. She saw that baby was able to keep occupied with toys on the walker. Daphne would occasionally stop and play with Evangeline. She would place Evangeline on her tummy for more tummy time and Daphne herself would lay on her tummy. Other time Daphne would feed and change the baby's diaper before continuing on with the day.

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Several hours later Niles was heading home after a productive day at work. He did everything he could to help all his patients. However, there was nothing compare to coming home to Daphne and Evangeline. Ever since Evangeline came into their lives, it has become much more enjoyable. Sure, there was the feedings, changings, and early wakeups but seeing a happy baby is all worth it. Plus, it has seeing how Daphne loving is made Niles made her love all the more.

When he came in saw the Daphne was nowhere he figured that she was upstairs spending time with the baby. So, he went to put his stuff down in his study and then went in search of his wife and foster daughter. When he reached the baby's nursery he heard Daphne talk softly to the baby. He walked closer and heard what she was saying. "Little one let's get you ready for your bath and ready for when daddy comes home. That way he can read to you and help put you to bed."

Daphne didn't know that Niles was by the door. When she turned around she jumped a little but then smiled. "Niles, I didn't hear you come in. Otherwise, I would have brought Evangeline to come and greet you."

Niles smiled. He walked over and gave Daphne a kiss. He said, "That is all right my love. We can give Evangeline her bath and then get her ready for bed."

Daphne smiled back. Once they gave the baby a nice warm bath, diapered and clothed, Niles read to Evangeline and then gently placed her into the crib, laying her on her back. Placing a teddy bear next to her and a blanket up to her tummy. Once they kissed her goodnight. They turned out the light and left the room knowing that in a few hours they would be feeding Evangeline.

That was how their day was and neither of them would change for anything in the world.

A/N 2: Thanks for reading chapter 1! Reviews are appreciated!