Farewell

We shared times together, you and I, from firsts and lasts, to manys and onlys. You saw me at my very worst, not judging as I yelled, sobbed, and trembled. You saw me at my best, joyous, smiling, and laughing outright. You saw me be everything in between, from lazy to productive, from clothed to naked, from sick to well.

You gave me respite from the world when I needed to hide away. But when I needed to get out and spend some time away, you were always there waiting for me when I came back.

We slept together, we worked together, we played together, we sunbathed together, we gardened together, we lived together.

You saw relationships begin and end, whether they involved people, animals, or plants. You saw me get a promotion, you saw me finish college. You listened to me play my piano and sing, at all hours of the day and night.

You saw me fail, you saw me succeed. But more than that, you saw me grow. Though I still have much more to experience and learn, you helped me become a man.

For all these things, and countless more, there are no words to express my gratitude. You are a part of my life now, and I am sad that we are parting ways. I will miss you dearly, friend.

Fare thee well.