'''What did I think when I came up with the name buttercup? I mean, that's a name that a little kid would name a horse ''states Thomas, unhappy with himself on the decision? When he was under five years old, his parents decided that it was time for his first horse.
''You were a little kid bud, and yet still is, and you know as well as I do, the reason behind that very name?'' states Liam thinking back to that very day.
Flashback:
''Oh come on, babe, I was his age when my parents got me my first horse, and if I remember correctly, you were. The same exact age as well; I have been looking forward to this ever since Tom could walk so pretty please for me ''says Zoey giving him her sad face.
''You know that I can't say no when you use your sad face, ''tells Liam, always wanting to say no to his wife but has never been able to.
''I know, which is why I always do it, so what do you say?'' asks Zoey
''Alright, let's go and find our little boy his first horse, even though I am still sure about the idea. I trust you, babe ''says Liam.
''That's my guy, this will be great, you'll see,''' says Zoey as she leans in and kisses him passionately as they will officially become a horse-riding family, the three of them.
''We should go and tell Tom the news then''says Liam smiling at his wife.
''Not if I get to him first,'' smiles Zoey as she heads inside of the house, loving her life on how happy she is, and it reminds her of a fairytale she met her prince at five years old. Just didn't know it until she was seventeen years old and genuinely discovered it the day she said I do on their wedding day.
''Oh really, I sense a challenge there then''says Liam as he runs after her, happy in love as much as she is for him. Sometimes he wonders how he ever got so lucky with her. He then runs after her and picks her up by the waist, and kisses her loving and deeply. He made a pact to himself to give her deep affection every day, no matter what, to show her how much she meant to him.
''You know that I love when you do that, and as much as I am enjoying this. It would help if you put me down; that way, I can go tell our boy the exciting news, ''says Zoey laughing with joy. Ready to see the look on Tom's face, taking him down to the stables and picking out his very first horse of his own
Zoey then heads inside of her little boy's room, as she knocks on his door even though it's already halfway open; however, she never wanted to be one of those parents who just barged in whenever they felt like making it to where their child had no privacy.''Hey, bud, me and dad have something to discuss with you about something ''tells Zoey as she and Liam come into the room.
''Sure, what's up? Did I do anything wrong?'' asks Thomas nervously, thinking maybe they got a call from his school or maybe not for making his bed?
''No buddy, nothing like that; your mom and I have been talking, and we think that you are ready for your first horse, ''tells Liam to his son.
''What do you think about that bubba?'' asks Zoey curiously since there was no reaction or expression when the exciting news was brought to him. Making her wonder, does her baby boy not want a horse of his very own? Or is he too shocked, unsure of what to say?
''I want either a brown or black horse ''says Thomas, ecstatic and has been wanting a horse of his own for a long time and has been waiting for this day.
''Well, then what are we standing around here for? Let's get ourselves a horse, ''says Zoey relieved that her baby boy loves horses as much as the two of them do.
End of Flashback:
''I guess, and mom did find the name to be cute, and it's something that always brought a smile to both of our faces, ''states Thomas. He loves reminiscing about the memories with his dad, about his mom since both of them miss her deeply. That's why talking about their favorite moments or memories somewhat makes it easier to where it feels as she is still with them. Although on the other hand, it can be hard and challenging to talk about her depending on how both of them feel about the topic the other person talks about.
''Yes, it did, and your mom also found many other ways to get a smile on your face; for example, your mom loved the day she found out where your ticklish spot was. Hearing the sound of your hysterical little laugh was music to her ears. It was almost better than The Maple Festival. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and our anniversary all wrapped up in one ''tells Liam. Loving talking about his wife's things that meant the world to her, well as much as he and Thomas meant to her, but honestly, they are in second place.
''I miss her so much ''says Thomas as he sniffles, glad that he can finally be open with his dad about his feelings without having to hide them.
''I know you do, and if I could, I would do anything to bring her back to you; now I need you to be good for grandpa and grandma while I go take care of something, alright ''says Liam.
''Okay, but does this have to do with Hazel?'' responds Thomas, a lot smarter than everyone thinks he is for almost ten.
''Maybe I am just going to talk to her, unfortunately, though this is the thing that I have to do alone okay I will be back in a few days ''tells Liam to his ensuring him that he will be back soon.
''Okay, but will you be back for Christmas Eve though, and Christmas Day?'' questions Liam since both days are less than a few days away after all.
''Wouldn't miss it for the world; it was your mom's favorite time of year, ''says Liam smiling at his boy before ruffling his brown curly hair.
A few hours later, after packing his suitcase for at least a day or two in Brooklyn to go after his potential soulmate, yes, it might be a risk, but it's a risk that he is willing to take.
''You're doing the right thing, and I am so proud of you, ''says Avery as she can run her fingers through his curly brown hair when he leans over to where his momma can reach with him being the height of six-four.
''Thanks, momma,I will call you guys when I arrive in New York''says Liam as he says goodbye to his dad and the rest of the family.
Once Liam gets to Brooklyn, New York, he arrives in the big city and finds Top Magazine, ''Liam''states Hazel as she is exiting the elevator.
''Hey, Hazel''says Liam.
To Be Continued...
In Volume Two: Two Worlds Collide!