The Infinity Between Us

by N.S. Perkins

It’s easy to not realize how much you miss something when it’s been so long, you don’t even remember how it used to be.

Will’s a common name. We all know a Will. But for me, it’s always been as if his name was something out of a fantasy book. Like his name was utterly unique because it was his name.

“So there’s an infinity of memories within me, and an infinity of memories within you. But the infinity between us? It’s even grander.”

“It’s hard, living in constant anger and regret.” His eyes narrow in on me. “But it’s possible to get out of it. To choose to focus on the good parts. To choose not to give up.”

“Wanna go back to sleep?” he asks. “Nahhh. I wanna look at you a little longer.”

“Don’t waste your time being angry when you could be in love.”

You don’t have to do anything to be extraordinary. Just being you is enough. You’re enough.”