So, I don't think it's a big surprise that I'm in love.
Last summer was definitely a summer to remember because I fell in love with this kid right here
So I'm officially coming out and saying that I'm in love with Dexton Armstrong. Shocker huh?
Some of you may be saying "pfft. Kellie, this is old news. I already knew this. You didn't hide it very well." well alrighty then! You can just move along and go about your way :)
But to those of you saying, "huh?" well, let me explain.
{And before we proceed, let me just say that yes, I realize that I'm 18. Yes, I'm young and haven't seen much of the world. And yes, I've continued to date other guys throughout the year, and I've had so much fun getting to know different personalities. But even after all that I'm still prepared to hear people's opinions of how I don't know anything or how steady dating causes heartbreak. So let's proceed!}
It all started with getting my heart broken a few years back and being afraid I would make the same mistake of choosing someone who was completely wrong for me. I was afraid to open up {I think we all go through that at one point or another} So I completely detested Dex for really no reason at all, except for the fact that he had a crush on me. But, we kinda both agree he went about wooing me a little backwards {and that's a different story, which, with Dex's permission, I'll tell later haha!} but basically I was cold to him and didn't want anything to do with him.
Fast forward when this amazing boy had the courage to ask me to prom my junior year, despite me being cold and short with him, he still decided to ask me to the most expensive dance of the year. Later, he told me that he was so nervous the day before prom. He had tried to plan the perfect date possible because he was sure that was going to be the only date he had with me {sad. Way to go Kellie}
So I accepted, much to my uncertainty. I thought it was going to be a disaster. But I put on a happy face and went along with it, cautiously. But to my surprise, I had a great time. Dex made me feel like a princess and it wasn't awkward. At all. So that's when my opinion started to slowly change towards him.
And throughout last summer I fell more and more in love with him, finding things I loved about him and he really helped me heal my emotional scars. He's always been so encouraging and very very VERY patient with me. 'Cause I'm kinda a lot to handle {no surprise there.}
So why have I suddenly admitted my love for Dex now?
Because I'm moving into a new chapter of my life. Hello, I'm graduating! And I want to share all the adventures I have, and Dex is my best friend and also my sweetheart, so I just want everyone caught up. {And maybe brag a little bit how flippin awesome he is}
So, you always hope that the love will continue to grow and everything will go smoothly. I'd be lying if I said everything was perfect between Dex and me. I get mad and annoyed at him. And he get's bugged. But we work through them and try to improve. I believe that instead of walking away and calling it quits in a relationship {unless it's a really bad situation and you're not happy} is a cop out. And I understand relationships end for all different reasons and if you feel it necessary to leave, then leave. But I believe when two people want to work through it and improve themselves selflessly for each other, then I feel it's worth it to stay. But to each their own :) {Sorry if it sounds like I'm preaching, I'm just trying to explain myself a little better}
This year has definitely been a big learning experience and has tested my limits but it's always been nice knowing that I have a best friend who's willing to hug me and listen while I cry, even wiping my tears. Dex is truly the kindest person I know.
{oh my golly! Kissing?!}
{Then and now.}
And if things don't work out between us, then I'm not gonna lie, I will be super heartbroken. But I'll pick up the pieces and continue on the best I can. This life is for learning and I will have certainly learned a lot about myself.
But I love Dex.
And that's that.
{Editor's Note: Refer HERE to my plans regarding my future}
