cosmic rebirth experienced with the three people he loved most; an inescapable bond that would survive for however long the universe would allow. family over everything; family was everything. people he fell into during the darkest hour, whom he soared with through the brightest of skies. not everyone had that chance, johnny found the reminder no less gut-twisting every time it happened to come around.
" i sure am. " agreed with the slow hail of meteors, outer space's true power currently on display, a wonderful spectacle. knees kept themselves to his chest, arms loosely looped around the shins. he gave her a gentle nudge, bidding for eye contact. " you always have a spot with us, too, you know. if you ever want it. " his words, though lighthearted were no less meaningful. an offer he died to extend every time the chance arose. lips twisted contemplative one way, remaining shut. " we take this family thing pretty seriously 'round here. "