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Happily Ever in progress

Mobica R
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Submitted to Contest #3 in response to the prompt: 'Write a story about life after a "happily ever after"'



Love and Trust had been married for five years, and their whirlwind romance had settled into a comfortable routine. They'd built a life together, with a beautiful home, adorable kids, and loving families. But as they navigated the realities of married life, they started to feel like they'd lost the spark that brought them together.

For Love, a hopeless romantic, felt like she was stuck in a rut. She longed for the grand gestures and passionate declarations that had defined their courtship. She'd often find herself wondering if Trust still felt the same way about her.

For Trust, on the other hand, was a practical problem-solver. He tried to keep everything running smoothly, juggling work, family, and life's demands. He loved Love dearly, but he didn't always know how to express it in ways that felt meaningful to her.

As they faced the challenges of parenthood, careers, and maintaining a relationship, they began to drift apart. Love felt like she was losing herself in the process of becoming a mother and wife. Trust felt overwhelmed by the pressure to provide and protect his family.

One day, while organizing their closet, Love stumbled upon a box of love letters Trust had written to her during their courtship. She'd forgotten all about them, and the sight of his handwriting brought back a flood of memories.

As she read through the letters, she was touched by the thoughtfulness and passion behind the words. Trust had poured his heart out onto the page, declaring his love and devotion in ways that made her heart skip a beat.

Love felt a spark reignite within her. She realized that Trust's love was still there, even if it wasn't always expressed in grand gestures. She decided to surprise him with a romantic evening, hoping to rekindle the flame.

That night, Love cooked Trust's favorite dinner and set up a candlelit table. She wore a dress that made her feel beautiful, and the kids were staying with their grandparents. Trust was taken aback by the effort Love had put into the evening.

As they sat down to eat, Love handed Trust one of the love letters she'd found. "I forgot you wrote these," she said, her eyes shining with tears. "But reading them again made me realize how much I love you."

Trust's face softened, and he reached out to take her hand. "I love you too," he said, his voice filled with emotion. "I may not always show it in the way you want, but you're my everything."

The evening was filled with laughter, tears, and meaningful conversations. They talked about their dreams, their fears, and their desires. They reconnected on a deep level, and the spark between them began to glow once more.

Over the next few weeks, Love and Trust embarked on a series of adventures. They revisited the places where they first fell in love, tried new things together, and rekindled their passion. They laughed, argued, and made up, just like they used to.

As they navigated the ups and downs of life together, Love and Trust realized that "happily ever after" wasn't a destination; it was a journey. They learned to cherish the everyday moments, laugh together, and find joy in the details.

They started small, with surprise dates and thoughtful gestures. Trust would leave Love little notes and flowers, reminding her of their love. Love would cook Trust's favorite meals and surprise him with tickets to his favorite sports games.

As time went on, their love continued to grow. They faced challenges and obstacles, but they faced them together. They learned to communicate effectively, to listen to each other, and to support each other's dreams.

One day, as they sat on their porch, watching the sunset with their kids playing in the backyard, Love turned to Trust and said, "You know what I love most about our marriage?"

Trust smiled, "What's that?"

"That it's not perfect," Love said, her eyes shining with happiness. "It's real. It's messy. It's us. And I wouldn't trade it for anything."

Trust wrapped his arms around her, pulling her close. "I love you too," he whispered.

And as they sat there, wrapped in each other's arms, they knew that their love story was still being written. Happily ever after was a journey, and they were excited to see what the future held.

Years went by, and Love and Trust continued to grow together. They faced new challenges and celebrated new triumphs. Through it all, their love remained strong, a flame that burned brightly in their hearts.

Their kids grew up, learning about love and relationships from the best teachers they could have. They saw their parents laugh, argue, and make up. They saw the effort they put into their marriage, and they learned from it.

As Love and Trust looked back on their journey, they knew that their love had been the key to their happiness. It had taken work, commitment, and patience, but it had

Happily ever in progress....

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Mobica R
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