The bottle of cologne my boyfriend gave me has become one of the most comforting things I own. He gave it to me so I could still feel close to him when were apart-him in California, me in Michigan-and every time I spray it, it feels like he’s suddenly right next to me. It carries his warmth, his presence, and all the small moments we’ve shared, turning something as simple as a scent into a reminder that distance doesn’t change how connected we are. It makes the time apart feel a little softer, like he’s still with me in the quiet everyday moments.