Is This Closure
SS by Stacey

Thunder and lightning invaded the dark sky as the rain continued to pour down her windows. It was a cold and rainy day in New York City and she was

alone. Days like these always made her so solemn. She hated it. She hated feeling that way because it always brought on thoughts of her past; Thoughts

especially involving the man she once thought she would marry.

Today was not just a day of gloom. It was a day of gaining courage and strength. As her mind became drunk with thoughts of him, she grabbed a piece

of paper and a pen and started writing.

Justin,

Wow, it’s been a while and I don’t exactly know what to say. How

have you been? I heard that your album did really well. That’s so great to

hear! Congrats! I bought it yesterday. Okay, right now you’re probably

reading this and thinking ‘When is she going to get to the point?’ I’m sorry

for rambling. I’ve never done this before. I’ve never had a chance to

experience this. Is there a point to this letter? Yes, I think so…I hope so.

I just wanted to tell you how sorry I am for any pain that I caused. The

last thing I ever wanted to do was hurt you. Where did we go wrong? If only

we weren’t so stubborn, maybe things would be a lot different than they are

now. I know that what happened is in the past and it can’t exactly be

changed. Trust me, if anyone could turn back time and start over, I would be

the first person in line. For weeks I have been living on the “what ifs” and

the “maybes” and I can’t do that anymore. It’s tearing me apart every time I

think of what we had and what we could’ve had. So, here it is. This is my

letter of closure. I hope we can continue to keep in touch. I want you to

know that I still love you and you’ll be in my heart always. I’m sorry.

Love,

Brit

P.S.- Enclosed is the promise ring you gave me. I think you know why I’m

giving it back.

Before folding the letter and placing it in an envelope, Britney carefully studied it. She wanted to be satisfied with it and make sure it sounded okay. Then,

there was the ring. Britney just sat there twisting it and staring at it. She began to slide it off her pinky and then she suddenly stopped. Glancing at the letter

and then back at the ring, Britney began to break down. Tears escaped her eyes as she pondered sending the letter.

“What am I getting myself into? I can’t do this. I can’t say goodbye to you yet, Justin.” Britney said as she tore up the letter into tiny pieces. She walked over

to the window, carrying the shreds of paper. After opening the window, Britney reached out and let the pieces fall, along with her tears.