Blood, Shadow & Claw (KNOTTY MONSTER MATES #1) by S. Cinders EPUB & PDF – eBook Details Online
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MAZIE
The relentless beep of my alarm pulled me from a dream where I was
tangled in the sheets with Mr. Tall, Tattooed & Sexy. With a groan, I
fumbled for the source of the noise, desperately wishing to return to that
sensual paradise for a moment longer.
“Ugh, not today,” I muttered as I finally silenced the alarm on my
phone.
I reluctantly forced my eyes open and stretched in my cozy bed like a
cat in the sun. It was time to face another day of the daily grind. As much as
I loved being a plus-size influencer, helping others embrace their bodies,
and promoting self-love, it came with its fair share of challenges. The first
and foremost was staying out of the red. Being able to provide for myself
was something I was incredibly proud of.
At the same time, juggling my
growing platform, curating followers, and enticing brands to take a chance
on me was challenging. It was rewarding in the end to know that I’d gone
and accomplished more than anybody had ever expected from a foster kid
like me.
“Morning,” I said, giving my reflection in the mirror a warm smile
before heading to the bathroom.
“Alright, Mazie, let’s get this day started,” I said, splashing cold water
on my face and feeling the sleepiness recede. Reciting my daily mantra,
which had been taped to my mirror, I dried my face and hopped into the
shower.
Twenty minutes later, as I dressed for the day, I couldn’t help but think
about the loneliness that sometimes crept in despite my best efforts to stay
positive. I’d always wanted to be a part of something bigger than I was. I’d
watch those big families on television and wonder what it was like to have
so many people who loved and cared for you.
Sometimes, I wondered what
it would feel like to belong anywhere—if I fell off the edge of the earth,
nobody would care. My childhood experiences in foster care had clearly left
their mark.
“Hey, you’ve come a long way, girl.” I reminded myself, determined not
to dwell on the past. Years of therapy had taught me I didn’t need anybody’s
approval or permission to be happy. “You’re helping others now, spreading
love and positivity. That’s what matters.”
I grabbed my house shoes and slipped them on before going out onto
the old front porch.
“Good morning, Mazie!” my neighbor Mrs. Thompson called out
cheerfully from her side of the garden wall as she watered her roses. I’d
stepped outside to grab the mail, hoping not to run into anybody. It wasn’t
lost on me how I equally craved closer connections and repelled any
outstretched hand of kindness. Mental health could be a real bitch at times.
Despite her friendly face, I felt a rush of anxiety speaking with Mrs.
Thompson. However, she was the only person besides my therapist with
whom I had regular interactions.
To put it lightly, I wouldn’t say I sought
public interactions. However, through therapy, I’d come a long way. I now
could run to the grocery store and even filmed plus-size try-on hauls at local
curvy-friendly clothing stores. Baby steps, that’s what Dr. Baker called
them.
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