[The] maid of honor - the unambiguous, grown-up equivalent of wearing best friend necklaces.

You can only control your own actions. Not other people’s reactions.

My head spins as I glance away, refusing to get sucked back into his gaze when so much is at risk.

But one thing I have to say about Darcy and dating is this: she never blew us off for a guy. She always put her friends first- which is an amazing thing for a high school girl to do.

I'm going to keep seeing him as much as I can. We'll see what happens," I say, realizing that just "seeing what happens" is my version of "going for it.

there is always something comforting about knowing that you are not alone. That other people feel the way you do. That you are a bit screwed up, but still normal.

Everyone wants to belong, or be a part of something bigger than themselves, but it's important to follow your heart and be true to yourself in the process.