Hitomi Miyazawa had always been the strict yet loving type, she cared deeply about her family. In particular, she paid special attention to her only daughter, Nozomi.

Nozomi was a gentle, polite and obedient girl that every parent would be proud of. She was the embodiment of her mother's teachings.

Hitomi's world got shaken when she found out about Nozomi's unplanned pregnancy. Nozomi had informed her that the father was her boyfriend, Makoto.

Makoto was a responsible man who was in love with Nozomi. Despite the surprises life threw their way, he was willing to step up with Nozomi.

However, Hitomi couldn't shake the feeling of guilt. She felt that she had imposed her strict parenting style unnecessarily causing Nozomi to face adulthood early.

She worried that Nozomi was not ready to take on the responsibility of motherhood. The thought consumed Hitomi's mind and made her restless.

But Nozomi, always the optimistic type, reassured her mother that she was ready to shoulder the burden of love and responsibility with Makoto.

Hitomi couldn't help but feel touched by her daughter's determination. She realized that Nozomi had grown into a mature and responsible woman.

Makoto, always supportive, assured Hitomi that they were ready to take this step and that he would do his best to take care of Nozomi and their child.

As Nozomi's pregnancy progressed, Hitomi saw a change in her daughter. Nozomi grew stronger and more resilient, surprising Hitomi with her spirit.

If any worry plagued Hitomi, it was quickly quashed by Nozomi's radiant optimism. Nozomi embraced her pending motherhood with grace and strength.

Hitomi was in awe of her daughter's courage and determination. She realized that she should be proud rather than feeling guilty.

After months, the baby girl arrived. They named her Yukine, symbolizing snow sound, hoping she would bring tranquility and peace to their lives.

Holding Yukine in her arms for the first time, Hitomi felt a rush of emotions. She realized that this was not a burden, but a blessing.

As Nozomi cradled Yukine, Hitomi saw a reflection of herself in her daughter. The love she had for Yukine mirrored the love she had for Nozomi.

Observing Makoto's dedication to his new family, Hitomi felt reassured. She realized that Nozomi's path was different from hers, but equally filled with love.

Hitomi realized her strict principles were not burdens on her daughter. Instead, they helped Nozomi grow into a resilient and respectful woman.

With the birth of Yukine, the bond between Hitomi, Nozomi, and Makoto strengthened. Their life was now centered around their bundle of joy, Yukine.

As the days passed, Hitomi marvelled at the love and joy that Yukine brought into their lives. The initial fear of burden transformed into joyous burden of love.

Hitomi learned from Nozomi's journey that love truly was a burden, a beautiful and worthy burden that made life more meaningful and fulfilling.

Nozomi, now a mother, continued to impress Hitomi with her patience and determination. She looked at Yukine with the same love that Hitomi felt for her.

Makoto, on the other hand, took on his role as a father like a pro. He was always there for Nozomi and Yukine, fulfilling every responsibility.

The once restless Hitomi found peace, not in the absence of burden but in the shared burden of love amongst her family. She realized her worries were unfounded.

Lesson learned, Hitomi looked at Nozomi and Yukine, nested in Makoto’s arms, she realized love always comes with a burden and that burden is not a yoke but a blessing.

Now when Hitomi looked at her family, she didn't see burdens. She saw love, courage, unity, and the most beautiful part of life: growth through love’s burdens.