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Parts 3
Time 21m

sinkingshipper02

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angstwithhappyending courage findingyourself friendship protective selfconflict shortstory socialanxiety

Kara has grown up getting by on the bare minimum of speech she can muster in the presence of others. It's not that she's physically incapable, but something keeps her from it every time. 
She feels like she goes through life like a fish, constantly opening and closing her mouth with words never coming.
However, when her feisty dorm mate practically drags her to a party, Kara wonders if it might be her chance to talk to Cal, the boy of her dreams. 
Things take an unexpected turn and Kara will be forced to face not only her fears, but herself. 
Will she be able to find her voice at last?All Rights Reserved

angstwithhappyending courage findingyourself friendship protective selfconflict shortstory socialanxiety

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