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A Thank-You Letter To The Boy Who Opened My Eyes

Thank you so much for helping me realize that I am stronger than I ever thought.

Liz Golz
Jul 13, 2015
Central Michigan University
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A Thank-You Letter To The Boy Who Opened My Eyes

Dear Boy,

Thank you for setting me free. I became too involved in your life to try to live my own, so I thank you for letting me live my life. I had been so blinded by pursuing any moment with you that I lost track of myself. The times we had were good, but they were fleeting. I realized that it was a relationship that was only on your terms and I need someone I can count on. Thank you so much for helping me realize that I am stronger than I ever thought I would be. I am thankful I was only there at your convenience for it allowed me to see who is always there for me. I realized that it takes guts to walk away from something bad right away, but it takes a very kind heart to stay and pick up the pieces. I would never wish anything terrible on you; I just hope that you can pick up your own pieces.

Thank you for not being there for me anymore because it has taught me who really cares. It took a while to listen to my friends and my heart, but in the end I'm glad I chose a new path. When you chose your own path, I was forced to find mine; for this I am grateful. You have taught me what my limits are and how to know when it is time to stop. I have learned to leave my comfort zone and discover new things, including new people. It is intimidating but I am thankful for the opportunity. You have taught be to be appreciative of the things that do not work out because I now can go forward seeing that some of my losses made room for what I needed to find. Letting you go has allowed the both of us to seek the love and friendship we have both wanted all along. So, I give you one last thank you.

No longer conveniently yours,

Liz

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