And then there is our personal history. Memories only we share. Things not another living soul would understand.

For true downtime, I enjoy going for light runs, having drinks with friends and going to the movies with my husband.

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.

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.

I miss him in so many ways, but right now I miss him in the way you always miss someone when you're single among a room full of couples.

The world is not that black and white, Rachel. There are no moral absolutes. It is complex.

This time, I whispered that I loved him too. Then, I silently listed all the reason: I loved him for his gentleness. I loved him for being an amazing catch yet still vulnerable enough to be insecure. But most of all, I loved him for loving me.