August and I decided we'd meet up in the Maldives after I finished my trip to the Emirates. So while I was packing, I made sure to get two bags ready — one for the Emirates, and one for the Maldives. I even ordered a few more things online just for the Maldives trip — cute dresses, swimsuits, new sandals. I probably went a little overboard, but honestly? I can't wait. It's been forever since I let myself actually look forward to something like this.
And honestly... within just this one week, everything between August and me shifted in a way I don't even know how to explain. It's like we got closer without even trying. Little by little, the distance that once felt impossible to cross just disappeared. I catch myself thinking about him now — not out of obligation, not out of guilt, but beca
