Page 217 of Choosing You

She’s beautiful, cute, sexy, and hot all at the same time.

She’s innocent and sweet, despite saying otherwise.

She has beautiful jade green eyes that I can’t stop staring at.

She’s smart and can beat anyone in a trivia contest.

She’s a super fast runner and can kick my ass on the track.

She’s nice to people, even little kids, despite saying she doesn’t like them.

She’s competitive (which is freaking hot!)

She’s comfy to sleep next to.

She’s hard to predict.

She’s well versed in the art of giving insults.

She’s independent. Strong. And Resilient.

She’s a good hugger, (although she did have an excellent instructor).

She loves the small things in life, like snow and Christmas lights and homemade donuts.

She doesn’t care about money.

She keeps my ego from getting too high.

She makes me not want to drink.

She makes me want to be a man and not a kid.

She makes me want to get married someday (which I said I would never, EVER do).

Are you getting bored yet? Because I could fill this whole notebook. And probably another one after that. The more time I spend with you, the more notebooks I could fill. I love you, Jade. —Garret

It takesme much longer to read his notebook than it does for him to read mine because I just have a list. This is what I wrote.

Compliments I’ve been meaning to

give Garret …

You’re super hot! Your blue eyes, your soft lips, your perfect smile, your rock-hard abs. . . I got off track thinking about your abs, but basically all of you is hot!

You’re a great kisser and are also great at. . . I’m too embarrassed to write it down, but you know what I mean.

You’re the absolute best hugger on the planet. Not that I’ve hugged many people, but you taught me how to do it which proves that you’re really good.

You’re patient with difficult people (I’m not saying who).

You’re considerate of others, even when they’re not that considerate of you (again, I’m not naming names).

You’re a gentleman (although you don’t have to open my door EVERY time).

You’re funny, smart, and an excellent swimmer. (Three compliments in one!)

You’re a nice older brother. (I had Lilly confirm this one for me.)

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