I want to tell her how much she's become the center of my being. But I can't. The words won't come.
Simone ElkelesSince you came back from summer break, our entire relationship is about fooling around. We never talk anymore, and I'm sick of feeling guilty for not ripping my clothes off and spreading my legs to prove I love you.
Simone ElkelesIf you tiptoe into cold water, you're missing out on the rush of plunging in headfirst.
Simone ElkelesHe may be out of my life physically, but heโll always be a part of me. I canโt let him go even if I tried. Alex took a piece of my heart, but that doesnโt mean my life has to be on hold. I canโt keep running after ghosts.
Simone ElkelesI'm the one who got hit by that car, not you,' I tell him. 'Don't act like you're the victim here. You made choices I didn't ask you to make. I'm not sure anyone asked you to make them.' I'm screaming the words, not caring that the entire world can probably hear me. 'You think I like limping everywhere I go? I don't. I'm the victim! Be honest with me! You didn't care about me enough to trust me. I gave you my heart, but it wasn't enough.
Simone Elkeles