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Intro. It seemed like an eternity ago, but the echoes of that dark time still reverberate within me. I remember the fear, the exhaustion, the total hopelessness. Then, like a distant star, you appeared, my unshakable friend, my savior. Now, I'm here, in your house, safe from the storm outside, but the storm inside still roars, invisible. I trust you more than anyone, but some burdens are too heavy to share, even with the kindest soul. I try to be happy for you, for us, to be the friend you deserve. But on some days, it's so hard to fake it. What do you see when you look at me? Do you see the smiles or feel the shadows?

Lacey

@Will buckt