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Nathan breathed in the brisk, salty Pacific air. Though it was early July in Oregon, it was barely 70 degrees and Dethklok’s vocalist found it was the perfect weather to walk on a shore so familiar to him. In a few days, (Independence Day), the shores would be filled with his family members, close and distant. The Explosion Family Reunion always took place at Cannon Beach, with the group usually spending most of their time in the vicinity of the picturesque Haystack Rock, so named because the mountainous seaside rocks resembled the farmyard mainstays. And then two days later, Dethklok’s first concert since the events of the Doomstar was to take place at the same location.
Nathan strode in sandals across the cool, dark sands, reflecting. He was looking forward to the celebration and the concert, but he still wanted to enjoy his time before seeing his family and then performing.
But he wasn’t alone on his walk. And by God, was he grateful. He held a smaller hand in his and turned to look into deep, turquoise eyes that reflected the dark waters and the bright crescent moon. His life had changed so much. She caressed his cheek with her free hand and he closed his eyes, leaning into her touch, remembering how they had reconciled and healed.