The early morning sunlight streamed through the curtains, casting a warm glow over the living room. Cutis sat cross-legged on the floor, his brows furrowed in deep concentration as he whispered with Yen Nhi. They were on a secret mission—one that would bring the biggest smile to their pregnant mom’s face.
Yen Nhi, with her bright eyes and quick mind, leaned in closer. “So, we need to make sure Mom doesn’t know about any of this until it’s ready,” she said in a hushed tone.
Cutis nodded firmly. “Yes! She has been feeling so tired lately, and we want her to feel special.”
Their mother, Mrs. Linh, was seven months pregnant with their soon-to-arrive baby sister. Lately, she had been struggling with swollen feet, back pain, and constant exhaustion. Though she always put on a brave face, her children knew she needed extra love and care. That’s why they decided to secretly plan a special day just for her.
The Planning Phase
Yen Nhi pulled out a notebook filled with colorful doodles and lists. “Here’s what we need,” she said, pointing at their plan:
- Healthy Breakfast in Bed
- Homemade Spa Treatment
- A Relaxing Story Time
- Decorating the Baby’s Room
- A Special Gift for Mom
Cutis grinned. “This is going to be amazing! But we have to make sure she doesn’t suspect anything.”
Yen Nhi nodded. “Let’s split up. I’ll take care of the breakfast and spa, and you handle the decorations and story time.”
“Deal!” Cutis said, giving her a high-five.
The Surprise Begins
The next morning, before their mom woke up, Yen Nhi tiptoed into the kitchen. She carefully prepared a healthy breakfast of fresh fruit, yogurt, and warm oatmeal with honey. She even made a cup of chamomile tea—just how their mom liked it.
Cutis, meanwhile, was busy setting up their homemade spa. He filled a basin with warm water and sprinkled rose petals into it. He also found some lavender oil from the cabinet to make a soothing foot soak.
When everything was ready, they carried the breakfast tray to their mom’s room. She stirred awake, blinking in surprise as she saw her children standing there with wide smiles.
“Good morning, Mom!” Yen Nhi chirped. “We made you breakfast in bed!”
Mrs. Linh gasped. “Oh, my sweethearts! This is so thoughtful of you.”
She sat up as they placed the tray on her lap. The scent of warm oatmeal and honey filled the air, making her eyes well up with happiness.
“But that’s not all,” Cutis said with a mischievous smile. “We have more surprises for you today!”
A Day of Pampering
After breakfast, Yen Nhi led their mom to a cozy chair, where Cutis had set up the spa treatment. He gently helped her soak her feet in the rose-scented water while Yen Nhi massaged her shoulders.
“This feels amazing,” their mom sighed, closing her eyes. “I can’t believe you two planned all of this.”
“That’s because we love you, Mom,” Cutis said.
After the spa treatment, they guided her to the living room, where Cutis had prepared a relaxing story time. He had picked one of their mom’s favorite childhood books, and as he read, she leaned back, smiling and enjoying the moment.
A Special Nursery Surprise
Just when Mrs. Linh thought the surprises were over, Yen Nhi and Cutis excitedly led her to the baby’s room. When she stepped inside, her hands flew to her mouth.
The room was beautifully decorated with soft pastel colors. The crib was neatly arranged with fluffy pillows and tiny blankets. Cutis had even drawn little pictures of animals and hung them on the wall.
“We wanted to make sure the baby’s room was ready for her arrival,” Yen Nhi said proudly.
Tears shimmered in their mom’s eyes. “You two have done so much. This means the world to me.”
The Final Surprise
Just when Mrs. Linh thought her heart couldn’t be fuller, Yen Nhi pulled out a small wrapped gift. “This is for you, Mom.”
Mrs. Linh carefully unwrapped it, revealing a handmade scrapbook filled with pictures and loving messages from Cutis and Yen Nhi. Each page was decorated with heartfelt notes about how much they loved her and couldn’t wait to meet their baby sister.
Mrs. Linh hugged them both tightly. “You have no idea how much this means to me,” she whispered. “This is the best surprise I could ever receive.”
That day, Cutis and Yen Nhi proved that love and thoughtfulness could create the most beautiful moments. And as they snuggled close to their mom, they knew that this was a day they would always remember.
