Love this so much, Stephen! What a beautiful gift to your wife (and kids) to have written this down. Both your girls are beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
It’s a special story because it’s true and also because there’s too much of the opposite story being told…where men and women hate and abandon each other. And we need more of these good true stories being told.
That means a great deal to me, Amanda. I grew up surrounded by strong marriages, quiet loyalty, and people who stayed—not perfectly, but faithfully. You’re absolutely right: those stories matter too. Maybe now more than ever.
We live in a time that celebrates anger and pride, when we should be celebrating peace and humility. That’s how reconciliation begins. That’s how we write our own love stories that last.
Thank you ! Thank you ! Thank you ! Thank you for sharing your story, for being the amazing person that you are ! (I had an inkling that it was gonna end well, I definitely wanted it to..I'm soooo happy for you.) Thank you for letting the world know that there is still love, hope and life left. Thank you ! ♥️
OH my gosh this is the most beautiful story ever!! I was preparing myself for heartbreak but instead I got a burst of joy. I'm so glad for you...
You had no right to make me cry!!!!!!!!!!
I'm glad the story moves you. It does me, too.
Love this so much, Stephen! What a beautiful gift to your wife (and kids) to have written this down. Both your girls are beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you! I agree.
What a lovely twist! Thanks for sharing this.
Stephen, this is stunning! I felt like I was inside of a book and wasn’t ready for it to end. Thank you so much for sharing 🥹🤍
Than you so much. I appreciate your feedback.
Heart warming to say the least. They are both lucky to have you!
Thank you for reading. Now as for fiction, if you like twisted fairy tales, my story Rosie & The Forest King is a fun read. https://www.stephenbanthony.com/p/rosie-and-the-forest-king-1-of-x?r=58tjwl
We are in sync, I am rewriting fairytales myself!
https://munaymamas.substack.com/s/dreamroot-stories
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Beautiful story Stephen, you hit the lottery !
For real
This is so beautiful. I love happy endings ❤️
You have just made me cry. I can’t remember the last time someone’s story made me cry.
I'm so glad it moved you.
It’s a special story because it’s true and also because there’s too much of the opposite story being told…where men and women hate and abandon each other. And we need more of these good true stories being told.
That means a great deal to me, Amanda. I grew up surrounded by strong marriages, quiet loyalty, and people who stayed—not perfectly, but faithfully. You’re absolutely right: those stories matter too. Maybe now more than ever.
We live in a time that celebrates anger and pride, when we should be celebrating peace and humility. That’s how reconciliation begins. That’s how we write our own love stories that last.
Wow what a surprisingly beautiful ending!
Such a beautiful story. What a great twist!!! You nailed the pivot for sure!
Well told.
It warmed my heart so much. Thank you 💗
Omg my heart thats soo lovely !!!
Thank you ! Thank you ! Thank you ! Thank you for sharing your story, for being the amazing person that you are ! (I had an inkling that it was gonna end well, I definitely wanted it to..I'm soooo happy for you.) Thank you for letting the world know that there is still love, hope and life left. Thank you ! ♥️
We need happy endings. Thank you for sharing your story.