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''Loving You Is What I want To do For The Rest Of My Life''

Forever Loving You.

By Felix Omondi OduwoPublished 12 months ago 3 min read

Loving You Is What I Want to Do for the Rest of My Life

Life has a beautiful way of unfolding, often in ways we least expect. For Mercy, love had always been a sacred longing—a hope she carried deep within her soul. She had whispered countless prayers, asking God to send her a man who would love her for who she truly was. But life had not been kind to her heart. She had faced betrayals, heartbreaks, and nights filled with silent tears, wondering if she would ever find a love that felt like home.

Then came Felix.

Their meeting was not adorned with the clichés of romance novels; there was no grand gesture or magical coincidence. It was simple, raw, and yet, deeply divine. Felix stepped into Mercy’s life like a quiet storm, changing everything she thought she knew about love. He was patient with her wounds, tender with her past, and unwavering in his devotion. She found in him a protector, a partner, and most of all, a love that felt like an answered prayer.

Mercy had a daughter, a beautiful little girl who carried the remnants of a love that had once failed her. She feared that Felix might hesitate, that he might not embrace her child as his own. But those fears dissolved the moment she saw Felix kneel before her daughter, holding her tiny hands, and whispering, "You are loved. You are wanted." It was in that moment Mercy knew—this was the man she had been waiting for.

Their journey was not without trials. Society had its opinions, whispering doubts into the corners of their love. There were days when the weight of their pasts threatened to pull them apart, but love—true, relentless love—held them together. Felix did not just love Mercy in the easy moments; he loved her in the storms, in the doubts, in the moments when she felt unworthy. He reminded her, again and again, that she was enough.

One evening, as they stood beneath a sky painted in hues of gold and crimson, Mercy turned to Felix, her voice trembling with emotion. "Loving you is what I want to do for the rest of my life." And in his eyes, she saw the reflection of a promise—a promise to stand by her, to love her unconditionally, to cherish the family they were building together.

Their love became more than just a story; it became a testament to what love is meant to be—selfless, enduring, and unshakable. In a world where love is often conditional and fleeting, Mercy and Felix proved that true love does not waver in the face of trials. It endures, it fights, and it wins.

With time, their love deepened. They built a home together, filling it with warmth, laughter, and shared dreams. Felix made it his mission to not just be a husband to Mercy, but a father to her daughter, instilling in her the values of love, kindness, and resilience. He attended school events, wiped away tears after scraped knees, and held her close whenever she needed reassurance. Mercy watched in awe as the man she loved embraced fatherhood with open arms, never once making a distinction between his biological children and the daughter she brought into the relationship.

As the years passed, they faced hardships like any couple—financial struggles, misunderstandings, and the challenges that come with raising a family. But through it all, they held on to the promise they made to each other. Mercy learned that love wasn’t just about romance; it was about choosing to stay, to fight for each other, and to believe in the beauty of what they had built. Felix’s unwavering faith and commitment became the foundation of their home, giving Mercy the courage to love freely and without fear.

To those still waiting for love, Mercy and Felix's story is a reminder that love does exist. It may take time, it may come in ways unexpected, but when it arrives, it will be worth every tear, every prayer, and every lesson learned along the way.

And so their love story continues, woven together with faith, commitment, and an unshakable promise—to love each other, not just for today, but for a lifetime. Because in the end, love is not just about finding the right person; it is about choosing them, over and over again, every single day.

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About the Creator

Felix Omondi Oduwo

From heartfelt personal experiences to insightful takes on life’s many complexities, my writing is for those who appreciate depth, honesty, and a touch of inspiration. I hope my words leave a lasting imprint

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  • Alex H Mittelman 12 months ago

    Awe, love. Great work!

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