Quote by Sarah Dessen

He was not my boyfriend. On the other hand, he wasn't just a friend either. Instead, our relationship was elastic, stretching between those two extremes depending on who else was around, how much either of us had to drink, and other varying factors. This was exactly what I wanted, as commitments had never really been my thing. And it wasn't like it was hard, either. The only trick was never giving more than you were willing to lose.

He was not my boyfriend. On the other hand, he wasn't just a

Summary

This quote highlights the protagonist's noncommittal mindset towards relationships. They describe their connection with someone, stating that it fluctuated between more than friends but less than a romantic partner. They find comfort in the elastic nature of their relationship, adapting it based on external circumstances such as social settings and alcohol consumption. The protagonist values this arrangement as commitments have never interested them, but they also believe in not investing more than what they are prepared to lose. It emphasizes a cautious approach to relationships and a desire for emotional self-preservation.

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By Sarah Dessen

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