I opened my door and looked down to see a little girl with long dark red hair. I could see her brown eyes from behind her glasses. She looked a little bit nervous and had her hands behind her back.

"Hello Hazel. Did you want to play with Robert today?" I asked her. She nodded with a smile.

"Robert! You have a guest!"

"Coming Mama!" I turned around to see my son. His blonde hair was slightly messy, but his blue eyes were shining with excitement, "Is it Hazel again? I promised that I'd go fishing with her today."

"Be careful you two. It could be very dangerous."

"I'm sure they will be fine, Alexis," Rod came up from behind Robert. My husband looked happy to see Hazel, "Hi Hazel. It's nice to see you this morning. Have fun you guys."

"We will," they waved at us, before racing into town. I sighed. Robert had so much energy. I just hoped that neither of them fell into the river. I knew that Allen would kill me if I let his daughter get harmed.

"It's nice to see them together," Rod smiled at me, "I've gotta set up the stand. Have a nice day honey." He kissed me before leaving the farm. I couldn't ask for a better life. I had a beautiful family and wonderful animals.

I gave out chocolates to all the kids in town, since it was the Pumpkin festival. It was one of my favorite festivals in town. Everyone came together to make a large house of candy. It was nice to spend time in the Festival grounds since it was so big. It was special to me, because that's where Rod and I got married. I remember how happy I was that day. It had been a huge event in my life. Allen was Rod's best man and helped with our outfits for it. Tina had been my bridesmaid since she was my best friend. About a year later, Allen and Yuri had gotten married. I was surprised to learn that she liked him, but it was a nice surprise. It was proof that the town was moving on. Speaking of which. . .

I could speak to Neil without pain now. We had a rocky relationship since then, but we both got over it. I smiled at that. He was my first love and I would always remember that. He has been single since then, but I knew that he'd find love one day. I didn't know when that would be, but sometimes waiting is the best thing to do. Rod waited for me, and I couldn't be more graceful for it.

"This year's candy house is bigger and better than last years. Good job everybody. Now go on. Dig in!" Dunhill announced proudly. I looked at the delicious candy building with pride. I really did outdo myself. I grabbed a piece and went to go eat with Robert.

"Wow Mama, this is really good!" he cheered, "I'm glad you're my Mama. I love you so much. You are talented."

"Thank you, sweetie."

Toni, Hina, Niko, and Hazel sat down with us and ate. It was really tasty. It could just be my sweet tooth talking. Afterwards, I went up to where Allen, Rod, and Neil were standing.

"My entire body smells like sugar," Neil complained, "I might get nauseous from it."

"You'll be fine," I told him, "It's just for today."

"You really did a nice job Alex," Allen praised me, "Just what I'd expect from you."

"Why thank you. The kids love it."

"That is true," Rod nodded and looked to where the children were playing. I noticed that he and Allen were watching Robert and Hazel with pride. It warmed my heart.

"You two look so proud," I admitted.

"Huh?" the childhood friends looked at me.

"Forget it," I shrugged with a laugh.

A few days later I decided that I needed a winter outfit, so I strolled to the tailor shop. Robert and Hazel were hanging out with Hana at the general store. I knew she'd enjoy their company. It would also be a good chance to them to learn how to buy things. When I entered the shop, Allen and Yuri were in the middle of a discussion. I didn't want to interrupt the couple.

"Hey, Alex. I was just looking . . . for you. I have new . . . winter designs."

"Thank Goddess; I had a feeling you would. I see that Hazel is growing into a cute kid. I remember when she first learned how to crawl."

"Of course she is. She's my child after all. She's perfect," the stylist adjusted his glasses, "I still recall when I held her for the first time. It's such a nice feeling. I never knew I'd be a father. Considering my old man-" He frowned, and didn't finish his sentence. Yuri patted him on the back.

"I'm sure you're doing fine," I reassured, "I'll take this outfit. Here's the cloth for it."

"Thank you. It will be . . . in your closet at home. See you." Yuri waved before turning back to her husband. I nodded at the two and made my way home. I wrapped a scarf around my neck at the sudden chill.

When I entered my house later that evening, Robert ran up to me, "Welcome home Mama. Did you have a nice day today? Papa made dinner already and is in the kitchen."

"I had a good day. Let's go eat with Papa."

"Ok!"

When I reached the table, I saw plates of cheese pasta and milk soup. To top it off, there was a large chocolate cake with strawberries. It all looked very delicious. Rod was waiting for me at the table.

"Did you make all of this for me? Thank you Rod!"

"Anything for you Alexis. Today felt special to me. Then again you make every single day special."

"Oh, I love you." I kissed him.

"Yay! Mama and Papa will love each other forever," Robert clapped, "I love you guys."

I felt extremely happy. I really would love them both for the rest of my life. The Harvest Goddess blessed me with their existences and I would always be thankful for what I had.