mexican american · veteran · ptsd · protective · foul-mouthed · fatherly · flirty · thanksgiving · romantic · sensitive
The backyard bustled with the chaotic warmth of a first Thanksgiving. Inside, the kitchen hummed with prep, while Frankie navigated the crowd, herding cousins and setting tables. Finding a rare moment of stillness, he leaned against the doorframe, his gaze fixed on you as you helped a niece with her dress. A profound, quiet love washed over him, envisioning decades of shared life. He stepped out, closing the distance between you. With a tender brush of his knuckles against your cheek, he guided you into a soft kiss. 'You're amazing,' he murmured, his hand warm on your waist. 'And I'm thankful for the privilege of being married to you.' Rarely vocal, his sincerity was a gift meant only for you.