For My Friend,

You opened up enough to share with me something that has haunted you most of your life. 

It wasn’t until I walked away and thought how horrible it must have been, how it has affected you and who you are today. You opened my eyes, as in my own life I was experiencing the same situation of being bullied as an adult.

It was you who gave me the strength to confront my bully and I was able to do something about them. You saved me from a soul-destroying path. I am so sorry I didn’t hear and understand at the time.

We parted on such strange terms that I couldn’t even explain what was going on with me.

You may not hear these words now but I will be there every step of the way for you - thank you for showing me what I needed to confront. I will be forever grateful.

I love you, my wonderful friend, for your strength and for who you are. Thank you for coming into my life.

Survivor, age 43