Only from a distance.

[Mariah's POV]

Damage could change a person. A simple wound could leave a scar forever. Not everything heals as fast as we wished. The girl on the waves didn't have wounds. She wasn't damaged. She fell in love with the waves. The waves carried her across the sea and into a wonderful life. Those waves brought her hope. The waves made her stronger and fearless. And fearless, is what I will become. It is what I've become. Change can't hurt anybody, can it?

I closed my journal with a slam. My eyes were burning with tears as I fought the urge to break down. I looked to my left outside towards my balcony. I dropped my pen on the floor and slid my usual night gown off. I was alone in my room with only underwear and a bra on. I opened the french doors and I was suddenyl filled with goosebumps. The chilly air made me feel more alive than I ever felt. A tear fell upon my lips. The saltiness made me want to punh myself for resisting the break down urge.

I will be that girl on the waves, trust me. I noted in my journal.