My First Boyfriend

I really like the systematic, formal writing style as if you are examining the old relationship with a newly enhanced perspective. Your analysis is almost scientific. Many of the metaphors are humorous and create effective images in the readers' minds. Thanks for the personal story.

I thought this was extremely well done. So natural, and real. It's interesting how detailed memories from long ago can be. I especially liked the abrupt end. Wasn't expecting it, and I thought it was brought into the plot very nicely.

I like the background influence of family and judgment that underlies the narrator's self image. The deciding factor for, "It's not working out," (imitation Chuck Taylors!) is great. I'd like to hear about why the three year relationship failed. Too invasive? I understand.