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t h i r t y - n i n e : unplanted seeds
I'm laying in his arms as he massages the back of my hand with his thumb. I could stay in this cuddling position forever. Secretly, he's such a softy. "One of those people", he called me when we went back in time. He is, too. I put my underwear and bra back on because I felt a little awkward. No matter how open we are, I still think I'll be self conscious about my body. Society says we're not supposed to be. "Be confident", my mom reminds me. But it's not that easy. Even before Andrew's party, I questioned wearing that yellow two piece... I was so relieved when Shawn offered me his flannel.
Some candles flicker on the bedside table. "You lit candles," I smile.
He frowns, rolling his eyes, "What?"
"You're so romantic," I coo.
"No," he affirms, "I just happen to like candles."
I giggle. "Leave me alone," he hits me on the head with a pillow.
"Don't be embarrassed to admit that you have a soft side, Shawn. I won't tell anyone," I zip acro
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