I was exhausted from sex with my husband when my nephew came to stay over after a long time, giving me a chance to see myself from a different perspective again. He was as bright and energetic as ever, but now had a sturdy build and a deeper, more composed presence. His eyes took on a slightly shy hue whenever he looked at me, and for some reason, that made my heart race. In the way he gazed at my body, I sensed something had changed. For the first time in a while, I felt brave enough to expose my true self.