Petals and Plot Twists (Only Magic in the Building)

by Jenny Proctor

If my life were a romantic comedy, I’m not sure I’d be the main character. I have more of a quirky sidekick vibe. Bubbly, supportive personality. Big hair. A treasure trove of funny anecdotes—mostly dating mishaps—to make the main character feel good about her own life and prospects. I do want to fall in love. More than anything. I just haven’t figured out the secret. I haven’t figured out how to capture that main character energy. Or maybe the problem is that I haven’t found my hero. If he’s even out there at all.

“When you’ve dreamed of kissing someone for such a long time, when it finally happens, it takes a moment for the shock to wear off.”

Love isn’t magic, it’s an action. And we’re doing the work of loving each other.” He kisses me one more time. “Loving you isn’t work, Sophie. It’s like breathing.”