“In my head, I play a supercut of us”
– Lorde –
Ah, the honeymoon phase of a relationship: that shit is like drugs.
People start behaving irrationally in the name of love. We grin randomly like a puppy and freak out when the text replies come late. I understand why people get bewitched in the lavender haze— happiness so strong people are willing to chase and protect at whatever costs. The overwhelming joy often blinds you from the most glaring red flags. You begin ignoring whistle blows to desperately cling to the fuzzy feeling. Only when the haze begins to clear can you see the remnants of your chaos, and often, you’re too late.
Now, I get it—some couples sail smoothly past the honeymoon phase and emerge stronger. What I’m saying is that it’s wise to recognize when you’re in the fog and be able to take a step back to assess your situation clearly.
Unfortunately, I learned this lesson the hard way.
Continue reading ➞ LX. The Guy Who Texted Me Good Morning (The Boyfriend: Part I)
