Welcome, Caller, This Is Chloe

As Grams treaded water, she tapped my forehead. 'What's in here, Poppy, is scarier than anything you'll encounter in the depths of the ocean. An imagination is a powerful thing.

The big bass drum in my head started booming again. Guilt made way too much noise.

Do you know that scientific teams throughout the world have studied the act of swinging? Studies have shown that repetitive self-stimulatory behavior such as rocking or swaying releases endorphins, which reduce the sensation of pain and have the ability to block pain.

But honestly, I hate my dad the most. Because you love him the most. When you give someone your love, you give them power over you.

I'm sorry. Two simple words with the power to change worlds.

People worry about people they love." His fingers tapped the keys. "They love each other, and love"--the line creased his forehead--"it's pretty messy sometimes.

A person made time for people and things they cared about.

Since when is being alone a bad thing?