Chapter 48 Expanding Horizons

• Nine months after Phoebe was born, Grace found that being a parent meant continuously modifying expectations as their daughter's skills and interests grew, necessitating the development of more comprehensive childcare and family life methods.
• When Max returned from what seemed to be a shopping expedition devoted solely to child development and safety gear, she was trying to work from home as Phoebe practiced crawling around their living room, methodically exploring everything within reach.
• He observed their daughter's resolute attempt to reach the bookcase, which they strangely failed to foresee would become a big subject of interest. "I see Phoebe has achieved full mobility," he added.