The first time I fell in love was about six years ago. Her name was Claire. Incredibly intelligent, that girl. I was obsessed. She was the best thing that ever happened to me. I was married at the time. Thought I understood what it meant to love someone.

Do yourself a favor, my friend. If you think you’re in love with someone, be with them as honestly as you can. Honesty is dirty and crusty and rusts like metal after a monsoon ‑ but it is your lifeline.