I'd just stepped out of the kiddie pool and into the deep end, with no floaties. And drowning was not an option.

So, did the costume come with a condom, or is that sold separately?

He took both of my hands, twisting to face me more fully on the flattened box beneath us, and again the colors in his irises seemed to pulse with my heartbeat.

I’m glad you think so. I’ve always considered my sense of humor to be largely underappreciated, so it’s nice to finally meet a fan.

You mostly.” Her hands went still again as her eyes stared off into the past with a look so wistful it made me ache for her. “The boys tended to take care of each other but you were too much for anyone else to handle.” I poked at the ball of yarn avoiding her eyes. “I wasn’t that bad.” She smiled. “You broke Ethan’s arm.” “It was self-defense. He wouldn’t let go of my foot.” “He was helping you tie your shoe.

What if I was the sexual equivalent of popcorn? Suitable for light snacking only?

Maybe I won't look so bad when you're not standing next to me.