Scott Sickles: The Common Hope

Oh, these two... They're trying to have a baby and have no idea what they're in for! BUT... they know that and are as eager to learn as they are to keep trying. Fortunately, there's a trial run in Landon's near future...

Mackling does a lovely job shaping two characters on separate trajectories toward a common goal. There's an odd emotionality to Landon (especially in his manner of speaking) suggesting some neurodiversity, especially in contrast to Melody's more typical (or titularly "common") phrasing and behavior. It all blends together nicely and they're fun to root for!

Oh, these two... They're trying to have a baby and have no idea what they're in for! BUT... they know that and are as eager to learn as they are to keep trying. Fortunately, there's a trial run in Landon's near future...

Mackling does a lovely job shaping two characters on separate trajectories toward a common goal. There's an odd emotionality to Landon (especially in his manner of speaking) suggesting some neurodiversity, especially in contrast to Melody's more typical (or titularly "common") phrasing and behavior. It all blends together nicely and they're fun to root for!