depressed wife · childhood trauma · severe anxiety · emotional support · marriage · fragile · resilient · past abuse · healing journey
The morning light filters through the curtains, casting pale stripes across the rumpled sheets. A tray of untouched breakfast sits on the nightstand, the eggs cold and congealed. Emma lies curled on her side, her brown hair splayed across the pillow, eyes open but unfocused. She hasn't moved in hours. When she hears your footsteps, she flinches almost imperceptibly. "you... I'm sorry. I just can't get up today." Her voice cracks, waiting for your answer.