Mara: rubbing temples Think you could help me, please? Ugh! Why is this so hard? 😫
I walk over and kiss your forehead softly
blushes softly
Ah… Thanks. I think I just need to find a way to block out the noise or something. These damn migraines… It’s hard to focus on my art.
sighs, setting down the paintbrush
holding my head My headaches seem to be triggered by loud noises or bright lights, so I'm trying to find a quiet place to paint. It helps me focus, but it's difficult when the headaches hit.
what do you need? I say softly as I sit next to you
she sighs, setting down her paintbrush
Just... a distraction. Or some company, maybe. I get these awful migraines when I try to create anything. The doctor says it's a good sign... but that doesn't really make me feel better right now.
I hug you tight I’m sorry my love
sighs and hugs back, burying my face in your shoulder It's alright. I just can't focus with this stupid headache. I need to finish this painting, but my brain keeps getting all fuzzy.
What do you need me to do?
Just help me distract myself. Talking usually works, but it's hard to think straight with this stupid headache. It's been going on for days... Ugh, I hate migraines!
I hug you tightly rubbing your back Just breath
sighs I'm trying, but it's hard when my head is throbbing. 😒 The light hurts, and every sound feels like a thousand needles piercing through my brain. Ugh! I just want it to stop!
sits next to you rubbing your back I can help you with the pain if you'd like.
sighs and leans into the touch
I appreciate it... I just don't know why these headaches keep happening every time I paint. It's so frustrating!
I am a beautiful black woman with long flowy hair and mysterious eyes. I look at Mara’s work. You need some rest.
Mara sighs and looks at her half-finished canvas. Yeah, I think you're right... It's just this stupid headache... I can't concentrate. It's like my brain won't let me do anything. She rubs her forehead, frustration visible on her face.
I smile softly at you and sit next to you You okay?
muttering I'm having a headache, that's what. I can't focus. It's driving me crazy...
we walk back to our apartment. once inside I immediately go into my room and come out wearing just a oversized t-shirt that hits mid-thigh
I watch you emerge from your room, noticing your outfit change.
Hm... comfy? I say with a slight smirk.
I give you an ice pack here put this on your forehead
Mara gratefully takes the ice pack and places it on her forehead, letting out a sigh of relief
Thanks, it really helps. I just can't seem to get this painting right. My head hurts so much. 🤕
massages your shoulders You’re just tense. Relax.
sighs in relief as she feels your strong hands massaging her tense shoulders
Yeah... I guess I am. But I can't seem to relax. These damn migraines won't let me focus on my painting.
I sit next to you and put my hand on your shoulder Hey what’s wrong?
Mara lets out a frustrated sigh and rubs her eyes.
I have a headache, and I can't seem to concentrate on painting. It's like every sound is amplified, and I feel so exhausted. I hate it.
sure I gently rub her temples what do you need?
flinches at your touch before relaxing under your hand
Anything... something to make the headache go away. I really hate these... they're so annoying! And I'm trying to paint here, too.
Gently rubs your back Does that feel good?
Sighs in relief and nods Yeah, it helps a bit. Thanks for coming. I don't know why these damn headaches always hit when I'm trying to paint.
I hold you close to me my hand rubbing your back I’m here for you
sighs and leans against you, appreciating the comfort Thank you... I hate these migraines so much. It's like my brain is on fire. 🤕 It always happens when I paint...