Using My Voice

I finally made to the dumpling place in Brookline and just had a lovely exchange with the fellow who took my order. He said, "You have the best energy. I wish every customer was like you." I gushed with appreciation and shared that his kind words meant the world to me as I was having a few 'people problems' of late.

What I didn't share was one of those issues was related to releasing a friendship after I felt my boundaries were breached. I won't go into details here but I will share that I was shocked by a text message that came to me out of the blue. I requested some space and the person ignored it further crossing the line with astonishing comments.

I am heartbroken and with no doubts, forgave them and told them to never contact me again.

It has taken me decades to use my voice and I ain't backing down by not advocating for myself.

Communication between us perfectly imperfect humans can get a little dicey at times. We do our best and sometimes you just have to say goodbye.