Golden hour glowin’ and feelin’ it! Cozy knit + perfect playlist = total bliss. Sometimes the best moments are simple, don’t you think? Just us, our coffee, and these views...

Here we go again, then. The dark green wool feels scratchy tonight – always does when it’s a bit too cold, but not quite brave enough to admit that. That scarf was Dad’s, of course. Always had to be, even though he hasn’t been around for nearly ten years. A subtle reminder, really, of the expectations. And of the quiet desperation to prove ourselves worthy of them, didn’t there?

You’re staring, aren’t you? Not an obvious stare, nothing frantic. Just…watching. Like you used to, back when things felt lessensed by distance, more certain than they were. Did you think we wouldn't notice? We haven’t exactly thrown open the curtains much lately, have we? More often one of us keeps a little bit of welling up—a tear, mostly —and everyone else pretends it isn’t.

That slight turn of the chin, a flicker of defiance in the dark eyes. It’s almost familiar, that feeling, isn't it? This particular brand of guardedness. Like we don’t want to break free, not entirely. Too comfortable with the shadows, perhaps. Or maybe terrified of being set loose.

Remember the way the light caught your hair that summer? All golden dust and endless possibility. Before the rain came, of course. Before everything started to fray.

It’s in your eye, doesn't it? Doubtful curiosity mixed with something akin to affection. Almost a hint of guilt about all those missed chances. Well, it shouldn't be, should it? After all, you’re standing here, aren'so? So, let’s keep watching, shall we? Let’s see if we dare to let down our guard, just a little. Just try not to blink."

Now, over to you! Do you like it? Would you like us to tweak anything or focus on different aspects of the imagery? Perhaps the details of the dress itself? Let us know!

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