My Fear Was Their Favorite Game

Right before the drop tower launched, my best friend gave my boyfriend a quick look. In perfect sync, he unbuckled his safety harness and ran off with her.

I was left sitting on the ride, completely frozen.

My boyfriend stood in the safe zone, smiling.

"Serena said you’re too chicken. She said the only way to cure your phobia is to face it head-on, so have fun riding it alone!"

The ride shot up. As Serena watched my terrified, ridiculous expression, she burst into hysterical laughter, snapping photos of me with her phone.