I Miss The Way Things Used To Be

It just seemed more innocent and fun even it started.

Things get complicated over time because of various reasons. If only things could be left untarnished by the human condition. I miss a lot of early exchanges with others on here, too, but looking back just hurts too much because happiness really does shine through those words.

I think the deep connection corrupts. I hope I'm making sense. But the superficial, made it beautiful. It's less attractive, under the skin.

Anything void of emotion is easy. When you start to care is when things get...interesting, and not in a good way. That's not always the case, but I think it can be said for many connections that turn into ghosts.

You're right. I just hate it. I miss friendship.

Me, too man. Me, too. All you can do is shut the door, and I mean shut it hard. It's cold to say, but there's a point where you just can't allow anyone the opportunity to get inside...or give yourself the opportunity to connect on a deeper level because it's a never ending cycle. Hold on tightly to those you can trust without a shadow of a doubt, and then just keep everyone else at an arm's distance...and you know how hard it is for me to say that. It's what I have to do. It's what many have to do when people, including themselves, ruin things that should be very simple and pure.

That's so true. And I hurt to read it, but I'd never expect you to sugarcoat anything.

It hurt to type that instead of promoting light, but the reality of where you are has a very simple, yet hard to accept answer...sometimes you have to step back and focus on healing yourself instead of doing what's best for everyone else. Do what you need to do...be who you need to be and make zero apologies for it. In the long run it's best for everyone.

It's funny how concerned you are about my healing, even when you, yourself, are wounded. Says a lot about your character.

You'll be fine. Hang in there.

You too 😉