An Open Letter To You My Friend

I had recently left an emotionally abusive relationship. After 10 months of upsetting roller coaster ride, lies, delusions, and insecurities, I had to let it go. As much as there was chemistry there was also poison. I knew that if I stayed my entire morals was slowly being eroded and eventually would falter. For the first few weeks I had departed, my heart seemed heavy and I longed for the comfort of being with someone that was close and familiar. This was the only relationship I knew. I couldn't help but feel alone. Somewhere along the way, I met people that made me feel important. People who showed me that there is love, not as in romantic love but a love that is full of friendship and hope. It was a form of people that made me feel like I deserved better. Simple acts of kindness, words, and companionship that ignites that light inside that was almost extinguished. Slowly I began to smile, and capture tiny moments that is more important than crying. Quality time with people who mattered began to shadow the dark emotions. Each day was better than the days before. I was finding peace through love. Love was a word I hated after a heartbreak, but love was the only cure. The end of my relationship was the beginning of positive changes in my life. I am writing this to you, one of the people whom God has blessed me with, one whom I am grateful for, one whom I cherish as a true friend. Thank you.

-Antukin