Love and Other Conspiracies

by Mallory Marlowe

“We should get high and watch Agent Cody Banks. Frankie Muniz really brings out my creativity.”

This made me laugh out loud

I’m getting used to most things about living with Nora, but I will never be used to her terrifying bearded dragon, Lizzie (short for Lizard) Borden.

There’s no grand master plan with malicious intent in believing in Bigfoot. At least, I don’t think so. There could be, but I’d have to do more research.”

“I know that what he did clearly hurt you, but he’s so wrong. You’re not hard to work with. And you do stand out. When you’re around, it’s impossible to look away. You are the only thing I see. He’s an idiot for not knowing you make everything you touch better. Please don’t believe anything coming out of the mouth of a guy who still has frosted tips.”

I love the look of disbelief in his eyes, like he can’t believe I want him back, like he can’t believe he gets to have me.

I enjoy the quiet peace of knowing my presence makes someone happy. It’s so small and huge at the same time.

“You must not understand the way I would let you do absolutely anything at all to me, Hallie.”

“I was actually hoping that this girl I just can’t stop thinking about would be interested. I have this conspiracy theory that she might like me back.”

He has my heart, and I can’t imagine asking for it back.

You’re not hard to work with or hard to love. Loving you has been the easiest thing I’ve ever done.”

“I love you so much, Nonbeliever. And you should know that of all the ridiculous conspiracy theories and monsters I believe in? I believe in you the most.”