CHAPTER NINE

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As Liam grew up, he was a curious and energetic child. He loved to explore the world around him, asking "why" "how" and "what" about everything. Adrianna and Gabriel were happy to encourage his curiosity, answering his questions and taking him on adventures to learn more.

One of Liam's favorite things to do was go on walks with his parents. He would hold their hands and skip along beside them, looking up at the trees and birds and flowers. He loved to collect leaves and rocks and other treasures he found along the way, and his parents would help him identify what they were.

As he got older, Liam began to develop his interests and hobbies. He loved to draw and paint, and his parents would set up a special space for him in the living room where he could create to his heart's content. He also loved to read, devouring books about dinosaurs and space and magic.

Adrianna and Gabriel were proud of the person Liam was becoming. He was kind and empathetic, always looking out for others and trying to make the world a better place. They knew that he would grow up to do great things, and they were grateful to be his parents.

One day, when Liam was about 6 years old, he came to his parents with a question. "Mom, Dad, what is love?" he asked, looking up at them with curious eyes.

Adrianna and Gabriel exchanged a glance, thinking about how to answer. "Love is when you care about someone very much," Adrianna said finally. "It's when you want to be with them and make them happy, and when you feel happy and safe with them."

Liam thought about this for a moment. "So, you love me?" he asked.

"More than anything in the world," Gabriel said, hugging him tight.

Liam smiled, feeling happy and content. He knew that he was loved and that his parents would always be there for him.

As Liam entered his pre-teen years, he began to develop his interests and hobbies. He joined a local soccer team and discovered a passion for the sport. He also started to enjoy playing video games and watching movies with his friends.

Adrianna and Gabriel were proud of the young person Liam was becoming. They attended his soccer games and cheered him on from the sidelines. They also made sure to have family movie nights, where they would watch films together and discuss them afterward.

As Liam entered high school, he began to explore his own identity and sense of self. He started to develop his style and interests, and he began to make new friends who shared his passions.

Adrianna and Gabriel were happy to see Liam growing and developing in his way. They knew that he was becoming a kind and compassionate person, and they were proud to be his parents.

One day, when Liam was 14, he came to his parents with a question. "Mom, Dad, can I start volunteering at a local animal shelter?" he asked. "I want to help make a difference in my community."

Adrianna and Gabriel were impressed by Liam's desire to help others. "Of course, Liam," Adrianna said. "We're proud of you for wanting to make a difference. Let's look into it together."

Together, the family researched local animal shelters and found one that was a good fit for Liam. He started volunteering there every week, helping to care for the animals and assisting with adoptions.

As Liam continued to grow and develop, Adrianna and Gabriel were there to support him every step of the way. They knew that he was becoming a kind and compassionate person, and they were grateful to be his parents

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