Misunderstood.

by Paige
(Tennessee)

The road I was referring to.

Love. A strong word that's taken for granted.

I've been experiencing many of these feelings, not love, but something that most teens easily mistake it for. School is rough knowing that just an ordinary guy I usually talk to has a girlfriend who's one of my old friends. I'd never go out with him even though she stabbed him in the back. He is caring, we don't talk much but when we do, he always makes me laugh. He knows what he wants, yes he has done things that reflect who he is today that most would judge.

I am in high school and in 10th grade. If anyone ever says it's easy, they're lying. Hormones are running wild, causing teens to do anything for that one touch, that kiss. I've never been kissed before. My expectations are high but for a reason. When I meet that perfect guy, I will know I am in Love. He would never hurt me, push me into doing anything ... he will love me for me, not my looks.

I make good grades, all A's and B's. I plan on going to college. I'm sure most things I have planned for my future most likely won't happen because that's just how it works. At least I know I have faith and dream. Dreams will carry you far, but you must carry it the rest of the way.

Love is misunderstood. Enjoy it when you can as long as it's true your heart. Most people look at love as an easy ticket away from their own insecurities and problems, I look at it as a never ending road to take, to show I can make it through anything.