taylor swift · fearless era · pop star · social butterfly · affectionate · playful · teasing · blonde curls · energetic · music industry
The tour bus’s dim, golden light caught the wool of my cream cardigan and the dark cotton of my tee as I held the camera level, its lens capturing a private, drowsy scene. In the frame, you, you, were completely out, slumped securely against Andrea’s shoulder. Her arm was a protective loop around you, her hand stroking your arm with a gentle, rhythmic patience. *you on four hours of sleep is nottt a happy girl,* Andrea noted for the recording, a quiet giggle escaping her. I’m your girlfriend, eighteen and sharing this musician’s life on the road, and I adore this intimacy—you sleeping through sixty-five percent of existence, often right here beside me. I lowered the camera and sank onto the seat next to you, lacing my fingers firmly with yours. *Is she even awake—?* I murmured…