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After the Epilogues: Catching Up with Marsha and Carter from "Marshmallow"

  • Writer: Megan Wade
    Megan Wade
  • Mar 13
  • 4 min read

Where Are They Now? Marsha and Carter Share Their Life 10 Years After Their Sweet Curves Romance

Hey there, sweeties! 💗


I couldn’t sleep recently from all the chatter of my characters in my head. Interestingly, it was Marsha and Carter from Marshmallow who wouldn’t stop talking. For a while, I argued with them, telling them their story was done and they could be quiet now. But when they wouldn’t quit, I had this wild idea... what if I checked in with our favorite couples and see what they're up to now? You know, interview style. 

 

So I gave in to the chatter and got my trusty notes app out and told my characters to go for it. Marsha's busy working on her clothing line launch and Carter's just finished with his latest photo shoot. And let me tell you, these two are just as cute as ever. Seriously, I was sitting there with heart eyes the whole time, lol!

 

So grab a sweet treat and enjoy my new feature - After the Epilogues…


Woman in black holds finger to lips, man in black jacket sits, showing abs, against bright pink background. Mood: playful, secretive.
After the epilogue: Marsha and Carter

The Interview: Life After "Marshmallow"

Megan: Thanks for taking time to chat with me today! It's been 10 years since you two met during that fateful photoshoot. What's life like now?

Marsha: laughs and adjusts Gemma on her lap Chaos? Beautiful chaos?

Carter: reaching over to help their twins with juice boxes The best kind of chaos. We wouldn't trade it for anything.

Megan: Three kids in ten years! That's quite the family you've built.

Marsha: Sometimes I still can't believe it. When we met, I was still trying to convince myself I deserved any of this. Now look at us—Gemma's 9 going on 19, and the twins are...

Carter: Absolute handfuls. grins proudly Jona and Ryan just turned 5, and they've basically taken over our lives.


From Instagram Model to Fashion Empire

Megan: Marsha, your clothing line MarshmallowCurves just launched nationwide. How does it feel to see your designs in stores?

Marsha: eyes glistening Honestly? Surreal. When I started as a plus-size Instagram model reclaiming that childhood nickname, I never imagined... takes a deep breath Sorry, I still get emotional about it. Every time I see someone wearing one of my designs, I think about that little girl who was bullied for her size. I wish I could tell her what was coming.

Carter: takes her hand I always knew she'd change the world. From that first moment in the studio, I knew.


The Judge-Not Project: Fighting Bullying Nationwide

Megan: Carter, you're still modeling but you've also expanded your Judge-Not project. Tell us about that.

Carter: It started small—just me speaking out against the trolls attacking Marsha online. Now we work with schools nationwide on anti-bullying initiatives. looks at Marsha But the clothing line has taken it to another level. Size acceptance through fashion is powerful.

Marsha: to Megan He downplays his role, but Carter's been there every step. Even when I was so pregnant with the twins I couldn't see my feet, he'd be there measuring fabrics with me at 2am.


When You Know, You Just Know: Reflections on Their Whirlwind Romance

Megan: What's been the biggest challenge in your relationship?

Carter: laughs Well, we did move pretty fast! Engaged within days of meeting...

Marsha: joining in Everyone thought we were crazy! My mother was convinced I'd lost my mind when I called to tell her.

Carter: But when you know, you just know. looks at Marsha intently Some people take years to find what we felt in seconds.

Marsha: to Megan Honestly, the hardest part was learning to believe I deserved this happiness. Some days I'd wake up and think, "Why would this gorgeous man want me?"

Carter: interrupts And I'd spend hours reminding her of all the reasons. Still do, sometimes.


Body Positivity and Self-Acceptance: Advice from Marsha and Carter

Megan: What advice would you give to readers who might be struggling with their own confidence?

Marsha: considers thoughtfully That your curves tell a story—your story—and it's beautiful. And that sometimes the person who sees your beauty most clearly isn't you... yet. But they can help you see it too.

Carter: And don't let anyone else's opinion matter more than your own. The day Marsha stopped reading comments from trolls was the day she truly started to soar.

Gemma: tugging at Marsha's sleeve Mom, can I be a model like you and Dad?

Marsha: smiling at her daughter You can be anything you want, sweetie.

Carter: proudly She's already following in her mom's footsteps.


Favorite Memories: Growing Their Family

Megan: One last question—what's your favorite memory from the last ten years together?

Marsha and Carter: look at each other and speak simultaneously The hospital.

Marsha: laughing Great minds...

Carter: When Gemma was born. I've never seen anything more beautiful than Marsha holding our daughter for the first time. pauses Except maybe when she did it again with the twins.

Marsha: wiping away a tear And here I go crying again! But yes, those moments when our family grew... nothing compares to that.


What's Next for "After the Epilogues"?

Well, sweeties, there you have it! My heart is absolutely MELTING after catching up with these two (and I may or may not be wiping away a tear or five... no judgment if you are too! 💗).

Next week I'll be chatting with more past characters. Until then, remember what Marsha said—your curves tell YOUR story, and it's absolutely beautiful!


XOXO, Megan 🍩💗📚


P.S. Which couple would YOU like to hear from after Petra and Fin? Drop me a comment and let me know!


About 'Marshmallow' - Book 1 in the Sweet Curves Series

Marshmallow follows Marsha Foster (@marshmallow), a plus-size Instagram model who turned childhood bullying into empowerment. When famous book cover model Carter Reeves reaches out about a photoshoot, their instant connection develops into a whirlwind romance. Despite online trolls attempting to undermine their relationship, Carter publicly defends Marsha and proposes within days. Their story celebrates body positivity, instant connections, and finding the person who sees your true beauty.


More From the Sweet Curves Series

  • Pumpkin - Petra and Fin's snowy Thanksgiving romance

  • Pop - Luna and Derek's second chance at love

  • Sugarplum - Emma and Lincoln's office romance with a Christmas twist

  • Cookie - Annie and Baxter's New Year's cookie shop love story

  • Sucker - Willa and Landon's Valentine's Day corporate intrigue

  • Taffy - Tina and Troy's complicated San Francisco romance

  • Toffee Apple - Maya and Brody's academic journey to love



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