The next morning, Jamar woke up with a smile on his face. The sound of last night's joy and celebration still echoed in his mind, filling him with a sense of warmth and excitement. He lay in bed for a moment, replaying the scene in his head—the announcement, the hugs, the laughter. It felt surreal, but in the best possible way.
With a bounce in his steps, Jamar headed straight for his phone. A tune from a song was playing in his head, and he had the urge to find a playlist that matched his mood. Yesterday's loss had nothing on the joy of hearing the news of an incoming sibling. He searched for happy songs and quickly discovered a playlist that seemed perfect.
As he headed to the bathroom, he pressed play. The upbeat tunes filled the room, lifting his spirits even higher. While putting toothpaste on his brush, he heard the familiar opening of Pharrell Williams' "Happy." The infectious melody made him grin, and he couldn't help but sing along, even if he only knew the chorus.
