Prologue: Dreams of Hope
In the Loud house lived a large family of eight members. Two kindhearted and supportive parents, a young boy with a strong heart, and five passionate girls. Each one of the children is filled with great hope and determination, having unique personalities and passions.
The parents were blessed to have many wonderful children in their lives, who loved and took great care of each other. While the young ones were not without their flaws, both parents treated each one of them equally, showing affection and admiration. The Loud siblings lived happy, peaceful, and carefree lives, safe from all kinds of dangers. The children had only known kindness and support from their parents and friends, following their hearts and dreams, and enjoying life to the fullest.
Sadly, however, one child was no longer among them; their firstborn and only male child had disappeared without a single trace. Their son had gone out to spend time together with his close friends, but he had never returned home since then due to a dreaded day that happened and broke the hearts of the Loud family.
The parents had been very worried for their beloved son. They both hoped and prayed that their only male child would return to them safe and unharmed, holding on to hope and praying that the missing boy was not in any form of danger. Lynn Sr. and Rita were reminiscing about past events, such as the times they spent together as a loving and supportive family of many, honoring and remembering their long-lost son, preserving his legacy, and hoping the young boy would not be forgotten.
Many years ago.
Lynn Sr. and Rita had wanted to have a large and loving family since the day they got married and purchased a lovely house together. They hoped to be great and supportive parents of several wonderful and unique children, each one being loved and respected equally. Rita and Lynn Sr. had greatly cared for each other since the day they laid eyes on each other; the bond between Rita and Lynn Sr. was strong and unbreakable; their hearts and souls were destined to be together, forever loved by each other till the very last breath they drew.
Most of their adulthood was peaceful; they enjoyed life, achieved their goals, and passed down knowledge to the next generation. When they became young lovers, Rita and Lynn Sr. went out on dates and met each other's families. Their hearts and souls were connected, always being together in each other's arms, dreaming of one day marrying and starting a family of their own.
They promised to always love, respect, and care for each other in their wedding vows; to always cherish everything they have, and to become parents who would always love and care for their beloved children. Their marriage was one of many beautiful moments they shared in their lives, their families and friends were very happy and proud of them, and they hoped that Rita and Lynn Sr. would only know happiness and peace, raising their children in positive and safe environments.
When Rita and Lynn Sr. purchased a beautiful house and began the next chapter of their lives, they slowly adjusted to the changes that were happening to them. They lived and managed many responsibilities and were supportive of each other and prepared to face any challenges that would come to them.
Rita and Lynn Sr. were not worried or afraid to face the trials that would come upon them, they believed that their hearts would guide them through any hardships, chaotic storms, and dire moments. Rita and Lynn Sr. knew that as long as they were together, they would never stop pushing forward, and they would never fail themselves or their beloved families and friends.
Their relationship was very strong, and they had not once argued over anything since they married each other. Rita and Lynn Sr. had been very thoughtful lately; the young couple were wondering how many children they would have together, and what names to give each of them at birth.
Rita and Lynn Sr. were both very excited and worried at the same time; despite their determination and vows to be great and supportive parents who would only show love and care for their children, they wanted to be the best and most loving people, much like how their parents treated them from their childhood. Despite the many concerned thoughts and feelings, the young married couple refused to back down from fear and self-doubt; they swore to themselves to be the best and most caring for their beloved children.
Rita and Lynn Sr. knew that their families and friends would support them even in the hardest and most depressing moments, especially when the young couple needed them. Their friends and families would often visit Rita and Lynn Sr. to see how they were dealing with their personal lives and marriage, only to see the young married couple happy and filled with hope.
Rita and Lynn Sr. were always happy when their friends and families visited them, it often helped to calm their worried thoughts and feelings, knowing that there were people who truly cared about the young married couple. Rita and Lynn Sr. enjoyed spending time with everyone; they would attend several activities together and speak about many topics, such as their personal lives, plans for the future, and how many children they would love to have one day.
Despite the many questions from their close friends and family members, Rita and Lynn Sr. were slowly moving forward in their young married lives, taking a single step at a time without rushing themselves or answering questions too soon; Rita and Lynn Sr. planned to just adjust to their new life together, then much later on, begin starting to have children of their own. The young couple did not know when to begin the next chapter of their lives; everyone who loved and cared for them suggested that they simply wait and let their hearts guide them through life and that on one special day, Rita and Lynn Sr. would have a wonderful and unique child who would be filled with hope.
Being encouraged by the wise and supportive advice from their loved ones and childhood friends, Rita and Lynn Sr. continued to move forward one step at a time, preparing themselves for the next chapter in their young adult lives. Rita and Lynn Sr. loved each other greatly with all of their hearts, their souls were forever bonded together, and their marriage would never be broken.
The young couple had held each other tightly in their arms, sailing through an ocean of dreams, dancing within a world of beautiful night stars and a vast pool of endless water, staring at them from above and below. Rita and Lynn Sr. danced slowly and held each other close in their hearts, hearing the beating of true central love, their palms touching the softness of their skins, and the warm and passionate kisses on their lips.
The feeling of their bodies being united was beyond anything they had ever felt in their entire lives, the passion and love that they shared had taken control of them, and embracing each other slowly, the constant thrill of lovemaking continued until they reached their very limits. Rita and Lynn Sr. held each other with beating hearts; no words had left their mouths, only the sound of the ocean was heard, the gentle and peaceful endless water from their shared dream.
As Rita and Lynn Sr. slept peacefully in each other's arms, the feeling that they experienced together was something that would forever be remembered; their love and souls were united in one dream, and their bodies felt each other in a natural feeling of soulmates embraced in lovemaking. As the young married couple began to fall asleep, their eyes gazed at each other silently; they envisioned themselves in an endless voyage of peace, admiring, and hope, wishing only to be united for all eternity.
The young couple fell happily asleep together, they felt softness in their palms, the warmness in their bodies, and the peace within the realm of dreams. Rita and Lynn Sr. cuddled in their slumber, holding each other's hands tightly, and feeling each other as they slept. The night was filled with great love and passion, raindrops falling from the sky, and the sound of water gently tapping on many surfaces around their house. Rita and Lynn Sr. were beyond relaxed in their sleep, enjoying the rest of their shared dream peacefully, undisturbed, and holding each other in their arms.
One year later.
Rita and Lynn Sr. had visited the national park to celebrate their first anniversary of marriage, the young couple decided to have a picnic in the very same forest where Lynn Sr. proposed to Rita. It was a peaceful early morning for them to spend time and enjoy their very first anniversary as a married couple, the forest was calm with many sounds of animals nearby, birds singing in the air, deer observing from a distance with younglings, foxes running in haste, and many other wonderful and unique creatures that live within the land of mother nature.
Rita and Lynn Sr. held each other tightly, watching the scenery in front of them, treasuring many new memories, feeling the wind that gently touched their faces, and being united in a land of pure freedom. They observed the softness of the bladed grass in their hands and the sound of the wind as it touched the trees and plants; it filled them with tremendous happiness.
"It's beautiful here." Said Rita, overfilled with joy. "The forest is such a lovely and peaceful place, there are so many wonderful memories here." She held her beloved husband with great affection. Lynn Sr. closed his eyes and felt the gentle touch on his face, happy to have his wife by his side, never asking for more in life, always grateful for everything he has.
"It sure is, honey..." He replied, filled with passion, holding the woman he loved with all of his heart. "It's been a whole year since we first got married..." Lynn Sr. reflected on many fond memories with his wife, from going out on dates to marrying and wishing to spend the rest of their lives together, forever loving and cherishing each other till the day they pass away from the world of the living.
"Lynn...do you remember how you proposed to me in marriage?" She asked, her gentle voice touching the heart of the man she greatly cared for, "the feeling of that moment, the day you asked me to marry you..." There was silence between the married couple, only the sound of the wind and animals was heard. Rita was curious if her husband still remembered, she hoped that Lynn Sr. had not forgotten about the most precious and heartwarming memory that they deeply shared in their lives.
"I do..." He replied calmly, happily gazing at Rita's navy blue eyes, holding both of her hands in affection. "It was at this very same spot where I asked you to marry me." Rita smiled and kissed her beloved husband passionately, she stared at his light hazel eyes, admiring Lynn Sr. with all the love within her heart.
"That's right," Rita said, her voice filled with love and passion, gazing at her husband's eyes. "We almost spent the entire afternoon here," she stared at the sunset, amazed by the beautiful mixed colors in the sky. "After we took a nice short break from hiking in the forest, we simply stared at the sunset together." She reflected on the moment when Lynn Sr. had asked her in marriage.
"I remember when I proposed to you..." He replied, holding Rita close in his arms, gazing calmly at the sunset. "I kneeled on one leg and showed you the wedding ring." Rita placed her head on Lynn Sr.'s chest, hearing his heart beating passionately. "You're the most beautiful and kindhearted woman that I ever had the chance to meet..." The young couple embraced each other tightly, watching the natural beauty in front of them. "You're the only woman I ever loved and wanted to spend the rest of my life with," his voice was filled with passion and gratitude, speaking from within his heart. "You're beautiful, sweet, kind, strong-willed, and an amazing wife."
The young married couple had once again kissed each other passionately; their will to push forward remained strong and prepared them to face the challenge that awaited them later on in life. They did not fear the future or the trials that were to come for them, Rita and Lynn Sr. believed that their love and determination were enough to prevail and overcome the most difficult and depressing moments.
The sun began to slowly vanish from the sky, and the night was soon to arrive; Rita and Lynn Sr. observed the sunset for a little while longer before it became very late in the forest; their first anniversary had gone well, and they hoped to have another chance to return to the land of mother nature again.
"It's getting pretty late out here, Honey..." He said, holding his beloved wife in a warm embrace. "We should start heading back home now; this was a great day to spend time in the forest together." Rita gazed into Lynn Sr.'s eyes, kissing her love happily, holding him close, feeling his warm lips against her own and his embrace. They kissed a while longer before stopping to gaze passionately into each other's eyes.
"Lynn..." She said, deeply caring for the man that she dearly loved with her heart and soul. "This day was amazing...we did the right thing to celebrate our first anniversary here." Rita placed her gentle palms on Lynn Sr.'s face, feeling his warm and soft flesh, gazing at his beautiful light brown eyes. "I'm very happy to have you in my life, you're the only man that I truly love..." She explained calmly, her voice filled with passion and admiration, hearing his heart pounding with affection.
They once again embraced tightly, wishing the day would last longer for them to kiss and hold each other more, observing mother nature and all its beauty together. The sky was slowly becoming darker, and the night and stars were soon to be seen above them, Rita and Lynn Sr. did not care if the darkness fell upon the forest, they only wished to be held and never stop sharing their love, the young couple noticed a few stars and admired the calmness of the night.
"The view is so beautiful." She said, filled with joy, cherishing the scenery with her loving husband. "Looking at the stars from out here in the forest is far better than at home." The night sky had finally arrived and many bright stars were revealed from the darkness above. "Look, Lynn!" She calmly and happily pointed her index finger, "There's a full moon tonight, it looks so much bigger and brighter out here."
Lynn Sr. gazed at the full moon in awe, amazed at how impressive and beautiful their first anniversary had gone, believing it was very similar to a romance novel, only to be real and experience it together with his beloved wife. "This is the most breathtaking day that has ever happened!" He explained, holding Rita's left hand tightly, peacefully staring at the bright stars and full moon. "Not only did we celebrate our very first anniversary, but we managed to spend a whole lovely day in the forest." He gazed at his wife's beautiful navy blue eyes, cherishing the night with his eternal love. "I don't think it can get even better than this right now."
Rita kissed him and pulled her loving husband close to her soft chest, letting him hear her pounding heart. It quickened slightly as he held her passionately in his warm, loving arms. Lynn Sr. smiled happily, feeling his wife breathing and listening to her heart beating against her gentle chest. They were at peace and very much in love and believed that nothing would ruin their perfect day; they deeply wished to have spent more time in the forest; however, it was becoming very late, and they knew it was time to return to their beloved household.
"Lynn..." She whispered gently in his left ear, her voice filled with passion and love for the man that she greatly admired. "You're an amazing and kindhearted husband, a man filled with hope and dreams." Stroking his hair with tenderness and gentle passion, she held him tightly in her arms. "You're very special and important to me." They both gazed into each other's eyes, feeling the softness of their palms. "And of course...you will be the best and most caring father to our children too."
The young man had taken his wife's words close to his heart and was filled with passion, he truly believed that he would be a great and loving father, just as he was a wonderful and supportive husband to Rita. "Hey, Honey..." He said, calmly gazing at his wife, filled with concern. "Do you think I'll be a great father to our future kids?"
"I certainly believe so..." She replied, placing her left hand on his right side cheek, feeling his warm and soft skin on her palm. "I know you will be an amazing and loving father." Lynn Sr. gazed into his wife's eyes, filled with hope and determination from her kind and supportive words. "Don't ever feel doubtful of yourself; I know what's on your mind right now; you feel worried that you might not be a good father to our children."
He was amazed at how Rita was able to see through his heavy heart; despite his best efforts to hide his concerned thoughts and emotions, she would always know when Lynn Sr. was doubtful of himself. "I do want to be a good father to our kids..." He said, calmly explaining, wondering if Rita would understand how he truly felt. "I truly want to be a father who loves and cares for our children, never ignoring or picking favorites."
"I know..." She calmly replied, holding her worried husband tightly in her arms. "You will be a great father." Lynn Sr. listened closely to his beloved wife; he felt at peace with her gentle and caring voice. "You need to believe in yourself more, don't overthink or doubt that you won't be a good father." Rita's words had touched his heavy heart and thoughts, knowing well that she speaks the truth and only wishes to encourage him. "You will be an amazing and loving father, just as you are an incredible husband to me."
Lynn Sr. immediately kissed and embraced his beautiful wife, believing in himself and having more determination to become a father who would treat and raise his children equally, no longer doubtful or afraid of having children, he was happy and prepared for the next chapter of his life, knowing well that Rita and many others would always be there and support him when he needed them the most.
"Lynn..." She said, gaining his attention; Lynn Sr. awaited to hear what his wife wanted to say to him while gazing into her navy blue eyes. "There's something I want to say to you now." Her voice was gentle like the wind, filled with passion, speaking from within the heart. "About earlier, when you said it couldn't get any better than this."
Lynn Sr. reflected on what he said before, believing their day was already perfect, and nothing could make it even greater than it already was. "I remember..." He said, unable to stop gazing at his beloved wife's eyes. "This day was amazing in general: the sunset, the stars, the full moon." His words were filled with happiness, believing the day had ended very well. "Our first anniversary is practically perfect, there's no way it can get any better than this right now."
Rita embraced her loving husband tightly in her arms, she placed the left side of his face gently on her chest. "This day was great..." She whispered, her voice was filled with excitement. "There is one other thing that will make this very day truly special." Lynn Sr. gazed curiously at his wife, he noticed her expression was very happy and excited, as well as hearing the passionate beating of her gentle heart. "I have been waiting for the right moment to tell you something very important."
Rita grabbed and placed his right hand on her soft stomach. Lynn Sr. was at first confused and wondered what she wished to tell him, however, he reflected on her previous explanation and immediately understood what was happening. "R-Rita..." He said, being hesitant to finish his current sentence. "Are you...?" She happily smiled and calmly nodded her head, confirming what he had felt in her gentle stomach.
"Lynn..." She replied, unable to hold the tears back from her beautiful navy blue eyes. "I'm pregnant!" Lynn Sr. had also begun to shed tears of joy and felt great excitement in his heart. "You're going to be a loving and caring father." The young couple kissed passionately and embraced each other. They felt blessed to have a child arriving in their lives, believing the night sky, bright stars, and the full moon to be a good omen for them.
Lynn Sr. and Rita were beyond happy and excited to finally have their own family, knowing well what kind of parents they wished to be, showing love and care for the child that they were blessed to soon have together. The forest had been completely engulfed in darkness, the only light source that was revealed was the bright stars and full moon, as well as small fireflies that surrounded the young couple.
The night sky within the land of nature was the most beautiful and inspiring moment that had happened in their lives; they were speechless and believed that no words could ever describe how breathtaking and amazing their first anniversary had gone. Rita and Lynn Sr. were determined to raise their child with all the skills and love at their disposal, they were prepared to take the next chapter in their lives, knowing well that it was only the beginning of many other fantastic things to come.