Samantha Richards - Tiny and Strong
Samantha Richards
((Richards-Dakora Family Quarters, Deck 6 - USS Artemis))
Sam wiped away the tears and started in on her second pastry after releasing a flood of emotions onto Natasha about her struggle with parenting and how much of it she had been doing solo.
Richards: Not many people get the honor of watching me cry and shame eat in the same setting. Count yourself lucky.
Cole: ::laughing:: I am honored, and I won’t tell a soul.
Sam laughed. Let the tears flow. And eat. Only a true friend would stay by her side when she was falling apart in such a glorified way.
Richards: I’m sorry you had to be the unfortunate one to watch me turn into such a mess. ::Shaking her head:: I haven’t really talked about it much.
Cole: I’m just happy I was able to help.
She tried to let her mind focus on the delicious pastry instead of the crushing weight of her reality.
Richards: Thank you. For being here.
Cole: It comes with the title. If someone is only your friend at your high points, they’re more of a tourist friend than a true friend. Plus… ::getting up:: I can’t let you eat alone.
Sam let out a breathy laugh.
Richards: If that’s the case you best come eat dinner with me every night. ::beat:: But being here with these pastries will do for now.
Cole: These are meant to be eaten with someone.
Richards: You’re a pretty great someone to share them with.
After getting herself situated back on the couch, Nat enjoyed a bite of her pastry.
Cole: So… ::chewing:: what do we want to do?
Richards: Well, since both the kiddos seem to be in a relatively good mood, I thought about taking them out around the ship. They haven’t met Jovenan yet. ::Looking between Nat and the babies:: Wanna join us?
Cole: Response
The distractions were what really helped Sam get through the days when loneliness felt the strongest. Having someone around to keep her company was the best gift she could ask for from anyone. Thankfully Nat also seemed to be enjoying her time, which made it even more enjoyable.
Richards: I’m just going to change them into their cute little planet outfits their Aunt Robin helped pick out and we can be on our way.
Cole: Response
In one quick motion, Sam moved off the couch and lifted Leera up before turning towards Natasha.
Richards: By all means, if you want to help! Even with Leera’s less-than-useful leg, getting her dressed is like wrestling a very tiny but strong bag of snakes. ::smirking:: But I think you can handle her.
Cole: Response
TAGS/TBC!
Samantha Richards