Relationship Curves
We were both extremely young. This situation was new to the both of us and there were many awkward and confusing moments during that time. After all, this was our first relationship. There was no handbook or manual that outlined the steps to take, nor did it warn us about the bumps and scratches that we would encounter along the way. Over that first year, we learned.
That year opened my eyes wide to the wonders, complexities and sheer mental stress that girls and guys put each other through. Through personality clashes, differing thoughts and disagreements, we persevered. It was a learning process that would take us through the trials of fire and brimstone. At least that’s what I thought at that age.
As 12 year olds, I know now that we were never meant to last. There was such a steep learning curve that one could not possibly understand or cope at such a young age. Our breadth of knowledge only extended so far. Only time and experience would teach us the follies of our mistakes. It was then that we would be able to grow and gain a greater depth of understanding.
It was a long year filled with ups and downs and many compromises. Many moments of joy and an even number of frustrations as well. Why couldn’t she understand what I was trying to say? Why couldn’t I do what she wanted me to do? There were many times where I thought that girls were put on this earth to drive guys mad. I know that I learned more about myself that year than all of the previous years combined. Girls will do that to you. They’ll drive you to the brink of insanity and somehow bring you back.
Toward the end of the year, our arguments slowly subsided and our relationship improved. We had done the impossible. Our relationship had lasted almost the entirety of the school year. That was totally unheard of and even more so, envied. Somehow, our unstable and often confusing relationship gave others hope, when in reality we knew the real truth. We were simply 2 crazy little kids who cared about each other far too much.
That’s why it was something of a shock when she found out that she had to move away.
