Just because I accepted it, doesn't mean it doesn't make me sad. And just because I'm sad, doesn't mean I won't heal and move on. This process of emotional mending takes perspective and natural time... my time... not the time you tell me it should.

It's sad that we get attached to the way certain people abuse us. It took me a long time and a lot of heartache to realize that it's okay to miss someone, but not want them back.

It seems so simple now, but it took me a long time to figure out that happiness is experienced when we finally give ourselves permission to let go of the things that make us sad.

I miss you so much! And while this hole in my heart will never be filled again, I find comfort knowing that you are nestled within the loving embrace of God… and that I was blessed to know you… even if only for a little while.