I'm not angry anymore.

My heart doesn't ache at the memories of before. Instead, I remember fondly, kindly. It doesn't hurt anymore. Not on most days, anyway. Sometimes I hurt because I wish that things were different. Things aren't different, though. And I can't be angry at that.

I'm not angry anymore.

Okay, so I really wish things were different sometimes. Even though I'm content with my situation and who I am now, I wonder how things could be for me. For everyone. Do you wonder, too?

I'm not angry anymore.

I think a lot. I let my mind wander. But it's not in a bad way. Not anymore. I like the way things are. I've grown accustomed to my life as it is. I am comfortable.

I'm not angry anymore.

I've learned to accept everything. In fact, I've grown to like everything about my situation. It took time. It took effort. I learned to use my energy in a positive way. I'm doing well.

I'm not angry anymore.

I believe you when you talk. No longer am I digging for lies and deception. Instead, I am hung on your words because they once again hold meaning. I trust you.

I'm not angry anymore.

Without even directly being here, you've been here for me. I know I don't come to you often, but when I do, it's because I know you care. Thank you for that.

I'm not angry anymore.

You have given me some of the best experiences of my life. They may be few and far between, but that's how the best things in life come. I wouldn't trade our best memories for the world.

I'm not angry anymore.

Even when I'm upset, it's no longer anger. I try to remember the jokes and stories you tell and it starts to melt away. I think I got a lot of my sense of humor from you.

I'm not angry anymore.

I am proud of you. Not of every choice you've ever made, but that would be impossible. I am proud of your hard work. I am proud of the person you are and the person you've made me to be.

I’m not angry anymore.

I’m unbothered. My life goes on, as does yours. I think about you every day and I know that you think of me too.

I’m not angry anymore.

I’m happy with the way things have worked out. I have my bad days nonetheless, but I am happy with my life.

I’m not angry anymore.

You have shown me what hard work really looks like. Thank you for that. You are one of my most positive influences.

I’m not angry anymore.

Every choice you make reflects on me. You’ve made good choices.

I’m not angry anymore.

I’m not really hurt anymore, either. I can’t waste my anger on something that doesn’t hurt, and I can’t waste my hurt on something that doesn’t anger me.

I’m not angry anymore.

Thank you for giving me what I needed to grow, learn, and accept. It is not something that came easily, but I am grateful to be where I am. Thank you.