The truth is, it's really only okay to be yourself if that self is within an accepted range of 'normal'.

At least I graduated," he muttered, stabbing the key in and unlocking the door.
I sucked in a breath. "I think dying was a little out of my control, thank you very much."
"If you say so". He shrugged, but I saw the corner of his mouth turn up into a faint smile.

I couldn't loose somebody else like that, without even the chance to say good-bye. Not again. Not her.

Nice. I like a little desperation in
a guy. It builds character.

Do you have any idea who Erin was kissing?"
"Yeah, so we'll brush out teeth really, really thoroughly afterwards," I said, bumping her nose with mine gently. I wasn't going to let anyone spoil this moment.

What happened to you?" she asked.
"Ben was feeling artistic. Wanted to rearrange my face.