Chapter Five
Preschool was out of the question for Davey and Shaye. And it wasn't yet mandatory in Texas. They were smart kids, they already knew more than what would be taught in preschool. Plus, the preschool would separate brother and sister into two different groups "to encourage individuality." Apparently the practice was done with actual twins even identical ones. No one liked this idea. As far as the socialization factor their parents realized was equally important Drew and Rick made sure their children were around lots of children their age, together and apart, whether it was at the park or around the neighborhood. Neither child wanted to bring little friends over yet but that was fine. The eight-week difference in their children's ages was likely making its last appearance; because Shaye would turn five before January and before her brother, the two could technically start school a year apart. But the dads had decided that they wanted the siblings to start together so they were delaying their daughter starting school. It was strictly their choice and felt it was the right one for the sake of two months.
A month later…
Life was officially back to normal at the Alister-Lincoln house. Drew was back on the night shift at San Antonio Memorial and the family was back into their old routine. It was odd to say it felt so good and reassuring. Another change was hopefully on the horizon sooner than later too. The couple made their family profile active again with the adoption agency. With any luck, they might have another member of their family in the future. However even if they didn't, their family was already perfect.
