“One day, I’ll be beautiful enough that I won’t feel ashamed of myself anymore.”
Michael remained silent for a long time.
Then he satstroked my belly.
“Because I don’t want our child growing up with a mother who insults herself in the mirror every single morning.”
Michael lowered his head.
“And I thought you were just trying to get people’s attention.”
I smiled bitterly.
“Michael, I’ve spent my entire life trying to hide from people.”
At that moment, he began to cry.
It was the first time I had ever seen my husband so emotional.
He moved closer and wrapped his arms around me.
“Forgive me, Emily. I was scared because I thoughtyou’d done something dangerous during your pregnancy. But I should have listened to you first.”
I explained that the tattoos were temporary and that I had decided to wait until
after the baby was born before getting permanent ones, once I had consulted professionals and made sure it was safe.
