I didn’t drink before Jake Carrero; I didn’t like how it made me feel like I had lost control. I never kissed men because it brought back memories that made me feel ill. I never wanted anyone sexually or even felt turned on by anyone before Jake.

I never opened up and told anyone the things I’ve told him. I never kicked back, let go, relaxed, and had fun before him. I never took my hair down, let alone cut it. I never cried. And now I can’t seem to stop.

Jake has slowly ...