Things We Know by Heart

by Jessi Kirby

“There are many things in life that will catch your eye, but only a few will catch your heart. Pursue those.” —Michael Nolan

you’d wanna go and cut it out.” When she says it, the first thing I think of is the inside of the cave today, with the reflection of the water dancing all around. And Colton sitting across from me. I want to go back there. I doubt

Saucony

This is what they’re meant for, this feeling right here. And maybe . . . maybe it’s what hearts are meant for too.

eyes

All our firsts, and our lasts, and everything in between. They swirl and dance on the invisible currents, and then one by one, they disappear to a place they will always be a part of.

Bring your secrets, bring your scars . . . Unpack your heart” —Phillip Phillips, “Unpack Your Heart”

because these are the things we know by heart.