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This, I Can Do
Teresa Ross is having the morning from hell. Still fairly new to motherhood, the changes to her once-slender body are one thing. But a teething baby she can't calm and the sleepless nights that go with it have drained her resources.
Even a phone call to her calm-voiced husband Bradley does nothing. But when he surprises her by coming home from work, everything suddenly feels right.
The lustful look in his eye lights a fire inside her that she feared had been doused forever. Far from being disgusted by the jiggly bits and stretch marks that taunt her in the mirror, Bradley sees the desirable woman she’s always been – with a whole lot more depth and character.
When Bradley uses his daddy-magic to get the baby to sleep, the world is suddenly a beautiful place. But when he sends Teresa to bed, rest is the last thing on her mind.
To truly connect with her husband again, she’ll have to put aside her body issues. Under Bradley’s tender touch and fiery eyes, suddenly that seems like the easiest thing in the world to do.
EXCERPT:
The bed was comfortable and the morning was warm. With the blinds closed, the room had a twilight feel about it. The night had been awful, and my handsome husband was tending our beautiful baby. The house was quiet and the bedroom was toasty. Conditions were perfect for a long and well-deserved sleep.
So it was sweet torture to realize I was horny like I couldn’t believe. Damn Bradley and his hand on my hip. Damn his words of praise. And most of all, damn those beautiful eyes of his, roaming all over me.
My shower interlude had done less than nothing. It was like killing one ant, only to awaken the entire colony. The tickling want in my pussy had only one cure, and, after four months of discomfort, 19 hours of agony, and seven months of parenthood, it was the one that scared me the most.
My husband’s cock. No matter how much I’d missed the feel of him inside me, the way he’d rock his hips against me and pin me to the bed and draw long moans from within me, I’d let fear block me. And fear had become a habit. A habit that needed breaking as soon as possible.
Everything was quiet in the house. Either Bradley had left with Abbie, or he’d done the impossible, and actually gotten her to sleep.
“Babe?” I remembered my sister using that voice. The one you try to project three rooms away without actually making any noise.
He nudged the door open. Abbie was still in his arms, but with a pacifier in her mouth she was finally, blissfully asleep. Or maybe it was the warmth and strong pounding of her daddy’s chest. Hell, I’d long ago lost count of the times I’d fallen asleep listening to Brad’s heartbeat.
“Babe, why don’t you put her down?”
“Aw, I don’t get to hold her like this all that often.”
I drew the covers slowly down and showed him where my hand was. “Oh. okay. Please yourself. And I’ll just have to do the same.”
Bradley moaned as he once again studied my naked body. “Oh, god. I’ll be right back.”
Even a phone call to her calm-voiced husband Bradley does nothing. But when he surprises her by coming home from work, everything suddenly feels right.
The lustful look in his eye lights a fire inside her that she feared had been doused forever. Far from being disgusted by the jiggly bits and stretch marks that taunt her in the mirror, Bradley sees the desirable woman she’s always been – with a whole lot more depth and character.
When Bradley uses his daddy-magic to get the baby to sleep, the world is suddenly a beautiful place. But when he sends Teresa to bed, rest is the last thing on her mind.
To truly connect with her husband again, she’ll have to put aside her body issues. Under Bradley’s tender touch and fiery eyes, suddenly that seems like the easiest thing in the world to do.
EXCERPT:
The bed was comfortable and the morning was warm. With the blinds closed, the room had a twilight feel about it. The night had been awful, and my handsome husband was tending our beautiful baby. The house was quiet and the bedroom was toasty. Conditions were perfect for a long and well-deserved sleep.
So it was sweet torture to realize I was horny like I couldn’t believe. Damn Bradley and his hand on my hip. Damn his words of praise. And most of all, damn those beautiful eyes of his, roaming all over me.
My shower interlude had done less than nothing. It was like killing one ant, only to awaken the entire colony. The tickling want in my pussy had only one cure, and, after four months of discomfort, 19 hours of agony, and seven months of parenthood, it was the one that scared me the most.
My husband’s cock. No matter how much I’d missed the feel of him inside me, the way he’d rock his hips against me and pin me to the bed and draw long moans from within me, I’d let fear block me. And fear had become a habit. A habit that needed breaking as soon as possible.
Everything was quiet in the house. Either Bradley had left with Abbie, or he’d done the impossible, and actually gotten her to sleep.
“Babe?” I remembered my sister using that voice. The one you try to project three rooms away without actually making any noise.
He nudged the door open. Abbie was still in his arms, but with a pacifier in her mouth she was finally, blissfully asleep. Or maybe it was the warmth and strong pounding of her daddy’s chest. Hell, I’d long ago lost count of the times I’d fallen asleep listening to Brad’s heartbeat.
“Babe, why don’t you put her down?”
“Aw, I don’t get to hold her like this all that often.”
I drew the covers slowly down and showed him where my hand was. “Oh. okay. Please yourself. And I’ll just have to do the same.”
Bradley moaned as he once again studied my naked body. “Oh, god. I’ll be right back.”
27 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 6, 2014
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Willsin Rowe
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Willsin Rowe spends all his time in the lush, warm parts down under. His stories feature strong, articulate heroes whose taste in women match his own. His heroines come complete with deliciously rounded curves, sharp tongues and witty minds.
Willsin writes with a distinctly male voice, infused with a charming Aussie wit and deep adoration for those sweet, curvaceous bodies. A celebrated cover artist and an instinctive bass player, he’s also a poet, a songwriter, and makes an amazing custard pie.
He lives in Brisbane, Australia with his loving, curvy wife and his two clones… er, sons.
Willsin Rowe spends all his time in the lush, warm parts down under. His stories feature strong, articulate heroes whose taste in women match his own. His heroines come complete with deliciously rounded curves, sharp tongues and witty minds.
Willsin writes with a distinctly male voice, infused with a charming Aussie wit and deep adoration for those sweet, curvaceous bodies. A celebrated cover artist and an instinctive bass player, he’s also a poet, a songwriter, and makes an amazing custard pie.
He lives in Brisbane, Australia with his loving, curvy wife and his two clones… er, sons.
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February 11, 2019
This, I Can Do is a rare book: the characters are in an established relationship, it describes the icky aspects of being new parents (not too icky, though), and captures the anxiety that new mothers have about their bodies. I loved the characters and their relationship, I felt their struggles and intimacy, and the story had a beautiful, believable character arc.
August 8, 2015
Looking for something to feed your emotions and lady bits? This read touches on one of the little raw parts of life, but it has plenty of sizzle and so worth serving it up for your reading pleasure.
Becoming a parent really does change everything, or at least it sure feels that way most days. The sleepless nights and Abbie’s teething have left Tez feeling like she has reached point break. When calling her husband doesn’t get the relief she was hoping for, she decides a quick break is needed. However, walking away for the ten minute escape just leaves her feeling guilty and unsatisfied. That is until Bradley cuts his work day short and comes home.
This, I Can Do is a short read that leaves you feeling satisfied. The story can hit home in so many ways for many. I love everything from the frustration that can arise from being a new parent to the blissful ending in this read. I definitely recommend this read. I’m looking forward to more from Willsin Rowe.
Becoming a parent really does change everything, or at least it sure feels that way most days. The sleepless nights and Abbie’s teething have left Tez feeling like she has reached point break. When calling her husband doesn’t get the relief she was hoping for, she decides a quick break is needed. However, walking away for the ten minute escape just leaves her feeling guilty and unsatisfied. That is until Bradley cuts his work day short and comes home.
This, I Can Do is a short read that leaves you feeling satisfied. The story can hit home in so many ways for many. I love everything from the frustration that can arise from being a new parent to the blissful ending in this read. I definitely recommend this read. I’m looking forward to more from Willsin Rowe.
December 30, 2015
This, I Can Do is one of those reads that has made my Favorite Book List Of All Times. It is a quick read that too be honest I learned a great lesson from. The lesson of honoring and loving my body in whatever shape it is in.
I have been curious to see how a male author would write erotica and portray a women’s perspective. The author superbly expressed everything that was going through Teresa’s head with such compassion and love from a male perspective it made me tear up.
Even more impactful was how he shared Bradley’s fears and thoughts causing one to wonder if perhaps we misjudged our loved one regarding our body image.
This sexy, thoughtful provoking book is a must read for all new parents, as well as all the rest of us who remember those days.
To see the full review visit my blog: sportochicksmusings.blogspot.com
I have been curious to see how a male author would write erotica and portray a women’s perspective. The author superbly expressed everything that was going through Teresa’s head with such compassion and love from a male perspective it made me tear up.
Even more impactful was how he shared Bradley’s fears and thoughts causing one to wonder if perhaps we misjudged our loved one regarding our body image.
This sexy, thoughtful provoking book is a must read for all new parents, as well as all the rest of us who remember those days.
To see the full review visit my blog: sportochicksmusings.blogspot.com
October 8, 2014
SHORT BUT SWEET REAWAKENING
This is the story of a married couple who have recently had a baby. The wife is a stay at home mother. The husband is a kind and understanding man. Sometimes life gets in the way of romance. And sometimes life gifts you with moments of joy. And sometimes everything hits you at once. This is one of those days.
This is the story of a married couple who have recently had a baby. The wife is a stay at home mother. The husband is a kind and understanding man. Sometimes life gets in the way of romance. And sometimes life gifts you with moments of joy. And sometimes everything hits you at once. This is one of those days.
October 22, 2014
This was a sweet book about a family, written by a man with an obvious insight into the insecurities many women have, with what they consider to be, a less than attractive body after childbirth. The author goes to great pains to show us that what we, as women, feel is misconstrued.
It was well told, and thoughtfully written. An enjoyable book.
It was well told, and thoughtfully written. An enjoyable book.
October 2, 2016
After watching an interview on Spilling Ink, I looked up the author, took a chance and snagged a copy of this on Amazon and I am so glad I did that. What a great and realistic story and it packed a great punch in those short words. I'm sure many new moms have felt what Tez was feeling. Willsin is a new author to me and I look forward to reading more of his books.
October 24, 2014
Took me back 40 years to my fears and insecurities after giving birth. The author understands the angst of a new momma. This read was quick, sweet and hot. Willsin Rowe tells a very good story. Enjoy it, I did.
October 9, 2014
This was a quick read that any new mom could appreciate and pass on to her hubby to understand what she needs...
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