--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Alright, Thomas,” I say jumping down off…" description: "\"“Alright, Thomas,” I say jumping down off the counter, “let’s get one thing straight right now. I’m not your girlfriend. My inviting you to stay here..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/03b/devon-herrera-18716_right-now_alright-thomas-i-say-jumping-down-off-th_1708480.jpg" --- # Alright, Thomas,” I say jumping down off the counter… ![“Alright, Thomas,” I say jumping down off the counter, “let’s get one thing straight right now. I’m not your girlfriend. My inviting you to stay here is not some backasswards way of me telling you I want to be your girlfriend. Even if I were your girlfriend, no one, and I mean no one, is in control…” quote by Devon Herrera](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/03b/devon-herrera-18716_right-now_alright-thomas-i-say-jumping-down-off-th_1708480.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/03b/devon-herrera-18716_right-now_alright-thomas-i-say-jumping-down-off-th_1708480.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/03b/devon-herrera-18716_right-now_alright-thomas-i-say-jumping-down-off-th_1708480.jpg) > ““Alright, Thomas,” I say jumping down off the counter, “let’s get one thing straight right now.  I’m not your girlfriend.  My inviting you to stay here is not some backasswards way of me telling you I want to be your girlfriend.  Even if I were your girlfriend, no one, and I mean no one, is in control of me, except me.  I want you, I won’t deny that, but you damn well want me too.  So if you think you can absolve your fears of wanting me by making me beg you to take me, you’re sadly mistaken.” ”” [Devon Herrera](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/devon-herrera/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The speaker asserts autonomy, rejecting labels and emphasizing mutual desire while warning against manipulative dynamics. **In simple terms:** She demands respect and mutual desire. Key Takeaway Assert personal boundaries clearly. Themes relationships autonomy desire Mood defiant assertive Type dialogue dramatic When to use this quote - dating - boundary setting - communication - consent Key Concepts power dynamics self‑respect Questions to Reflect On - What boundaries are essential for you? - How to balance desire and respect? A Different Perspective May overlook partner’s emotional needs. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet ## Related quotes > [Steadman! Any guy that's got Oprah as a girlfriend, I mean that's a good dude. 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