Page 163 of Fall I Want
I pull away, meeting his sparkling eyes. “I love you.”
“I love you.” He slides his lips across mine. “Continue, please.”
I nod, swallowing hard. The emotions on the page are almost too much. But I do it for him and his mom.
So tell me, are you in love right now? Have you found The One yet? Whoever you choose to spend the rest of your life with will be so special. Your heart is so kind and loving. I know hers will be, too. I hope she reminds you of who you are and who you will always be...
My thoughtful son who forgives quickly and doesn’t hold grudges.
My hopeful son who believes in magic and wishes on stars.
My hungry son who can eat an entire stack of pumpkin pancakes alone.
My loyal son who isn’t afraid to stand up for what’s right.
My happy son who loves the snow and still makes snow angels.
My generous son who gives and shares with those who need it most.
My adventurous son who faces his fears head-on.
My sweet son who wears his heart on his sleeve and loves with his whole self.
Please don’t ever let the world harden you, Zane.
Remember, everything happens for a reason, and sometimes, we don’t know what that reason is, or don’t agree with it. All we can do is go with the flow, take what life gives us, and continue forward with a grateful heart.
No matter how hard life gets, it’s better than the alternative. You still have another chance to right your wrongs and make a difference.
Life is so precious and beautiful and fragile.
There was a time when I didn’t know if I’d find true love, and then randomly, I met your father. The moment our eyes met, I knew I’d spend the rest of my life with him. Oh, how I wish it were longer. But then again, five hundred years wouldn’t be enough. In a way, I’m glad I’m going first because I wouldn’t have survived heartbreak like that.
Your dad will. You will. And Harper will, too. Your sister has the two of you to remind her that life goes on and the world is still beautiful even though bad things happen to good people.
Now, I do have some marriage tips for you when that time comes.
Kiss each other good night every single night. Tomorrow isn’t promised.
Never go to bed angry. I don’t care what happened.
Laugh until your stomach hurts. It’s healthy for the soul.
Say I love you as much as you can. One day, you might not be able to.
