We met in university and when we got together it was awkward. We both were new to the whole boyfriend and girlfriend thing – looking back there was a lot of innocence and purity between us. It also caused a lot of pain in unchartered territory.

I was a year younger then you and you were in your last year. The idea of life after university for us made me nervous but I was willing to fight for us and do the best I could.

One of the things that always stuck with me was when we both decided that life after university meant we wouldnt be in eachothers lives anymore – was the fact you prioritized everything around you and not me. You were also well off, so the usual struggles most people would have you had it covered.

While I dont remember the exact words, the sentiment was ” I was a burden for you take on” That wasnt fair and I dont think I understood then how that would hurt me in future relationships and to this day. Im not a burden and I am worth fighting for. You didnt see it and thats okay – the right man will not have this issue.

Despite all this and lots of therapy later, we had a lot of good memories. We even reconnected on the phone and it showed me I did love you even if it was a short time together. I loved you the best way I could and youll always have a spot in my heart.

Thank you for the chance to experience you and us. I learned a lot about myself and will take those lessons with me for when I fall in love next.

I hope you and your family are doing well. I wish you every happiness.