We could both be described to have "acerbic wit."
On the bus, back when you rode, we'd all make jokes on each other and it'd be all fun and games. Our little sisters were quick friends, too.
I tried to squander the little crush that I'd developed on you because though we had the same circle of friends and we were both funny, I didn't think I was pretty enough for you to like me back like that.
YOU ARE READING
For Cole
Short Story"It was never your fault. Kids are just mean." About someone I used to know who faced the cruelties of this world harder than me. Based on a true story.