broken umbrellas.

K--

i loved you. you should know that. i really, really thought i could make it work. i knew it was a long shot, especially with the baggage and background. we both had our share and god, that was the hardest part.

who were we kidding? we were bound to run into some trouble eventually. it's not like we checked the astrology charts to be sure we were soul mates, or even felt love at first sight. we just needed someone to be there. and we were, but now we're not. so it's time to be realistic about the time we're investing here. what's our goal, anyway? to be with one person for the rest of our lives? how crazy is that, when we can be happier with other people. you don't love me any more, i know. and i can date again, maybe i'll even get back into shape. we could be okay without each other, and figure it out as we go..

but i don't want to. i enjoy your voice, your presence, your smile. we were in love, once! i'd give anything to feel that again, with you. the time we're investing is for-ever. the love we're fighting for is timeless. i adore you, so i'm not going anywhere. we don't talk anymore, but we can still listen and feel and dream. sit with me. walk with me. i'm just asking you to try, and i promise that i'll try too.

i'm still that kid, standing in the rain with a broken umbrella--(remember the day we met?)--i just need a little help to get out of the storm.

i will always. love. you.

-C