The Escape Plan (Only Magic in the Building)

by Katie Bailey

Kind of crazy, when you think about it, that one breakup can rewrite generations of people.”

“Why do I feel like I’ve known you all my life, Keeley Roberts?” His words make my heart swell. Because right here, right now? This was clearly meant to be. A moment destined to happen. One that’s undeniably ours. “Because we were meant to meet each other this summer,” I reply with confidence. “Be here together for this time.”

“Last night was the best kiss of my life,” I admit. “I think we can top it,”

sometimes, we don’t get to make decisions about who we meet, or when or if or how we fall for someone. Or how long we might have with that person. Sometimes, we’ve just got to be thankful for what we’ve got, in the moment we’ve got it. And trust that, no matter how the chips fall, the eventual outcome will be okay.

love can enter your life in different ways, at different times. And maybe the answer isn’t how love begins or ends, but the journey on which it takes you. How it shapes you and molds you and makes you grow. Changes you, for the better.

If there’s one rule for the entire island of Ireland, it’s that a cup of tea is appropriate in all circumstances and can cure most ailments, up to (and sometimes including) murder. Cold? Warm up with some tea. Heartbroken? Sure, tea will cheer you up. Committed a heinous crime against humanity? Whack the kettle on.

Love isn’t just a feeling, it’s a commitment. A decision. Something you need to fight for. You can’t just sit there on your laurels, you need to fight for her, son! Don’t run away. Stand strong and fight for what fate has put in your path. The gift of love that’s been given to you. Don’t let history repeat itself.”

Beckett deserves no less in life than to be loved unconditionally. And you know what? Neither do I.