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You used to be so full of life

Now I have a list of things you hate, which right now feels like it includes me

 

So I go alone, to meet my family, to work events, to see friends

I don't even want to invite you anymore

 

I feel so sad that I can't balance this you with the old you

 

Should I have known this is who you'd grow up to be?

Should I have taken steps years ago to separate myself?

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kathy-byers
36 / F / American
Published
Mar 29, 2025
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