What He Gave Her Pt 5 (Letter)

Dear Adeline,

I miss you. Guess what? Today it rained. I was in inside when I heard the storm start. I went out onto my porch and sat in my new chair, and watched my first rain without you. It was bittersweet. I have always loved the rain; the way it washes us clean. But even the rain could never wash away you from my skin. Do you remember that we first met in the rain? You always had such a terrible memory, I was always reminding you things. It was kinda our own little game.

A woman came to my door today. She was welcoming me to the neighborhood, even though her house is at least a ten minute walk away from mine. I have to admit Addy, I was quite rude to her. She was about your age, and she was beautiful, and I felt awful for noticing. Do you hate me now Addy?

I think I'm starting to hate myself again.

Dear Adeline,

I miss you. The woman was back today. She brought food, and made me smile. She didn't come into the house though, I just couldn't go that far. I made so many promises to you Addy, and I will never want to break them, but misery is cruel. It makes us do crazy things Addy. You of all people should understand that.

My soul feels so empty without you. My heart breaks again every time I try to paint. You are the reason of my sorrow, but the reason for my external happiness. How does that work? How can one sort through that? But most importantly why is this woman slowly breaking me, like you did.

Come back and fix this Addy.