Between the Lines

Some people start blogs because they want to change the world. Others? Because they want to change their tax bracket. Me? I started this blog because my therapist is tired of hearing me dissect text messages. instead of opening up about my childhood trauma. Hi, I’m Jay! I’m in my early 20s, living in Boston, and I have never— never —been in a committed relationship. Not one. I’ve had crushes that fizzled, situationships that were mostly me overthinking, and friendships that blurred lines so hard they probably need glasses. But a real, "What’s-our-anniversary-date?" relationship? Still waiting for that achievement unlocked. So here I am, navigating the chaotic Venn diagram of sex, romance, friendships, and a crippling fear of both commitment  and  dying alone. Somewhere between those extremes, life happens—or at least some very awkward and occasionally magical stories do. I started Between the Lines because my dating life is a cocktail of chaos: one part accidental eye contac...