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Here's the truth of my heart, for those who quietly read my words, for those who maybe look here for themselves. The one who hurt me wasn't even aiming for me. I know that. I was collateral damage in their story. But their story isn't my story. And I wish them happiness and peace. They know that. They probably always knew that, but felt they needed to do what they did for reasons I don't need to know or understand. That's the truth of unconditional love. The shape of that love is very different now, and I lost my curiosity when forgiveness was also my truth.

I write about joy and newness. I love my new life and this season...but that's kind of me. I tend to be a grateful and happy person. I also write about hurt and other feelings, but they're always released. I don't want to hold splinters in my heart. I have to live with me, to lie down with me...I have to give grace and hope to receive it, too.

If you're spending one moment worrying that I harbor any negative thoughts about you, know that I do not. Most likely, I never did. I know that I wasn't a target. I know that my hurt was incidental and I'm very good in this season of discovery. I'm here if you need or want to talk. I'm here if you don't. Be good to yourself and never read yourself into my words when I'm sorting through my stuff.

For years, I have used the word, 'you" when I write. 9 times out of 10, it's a generic pronoun that helps me play with my own tangled thoughts or need to exorcise a moment. It's never you. It's never him. It's never her. Just me over here doing my best. Even now. I hope this gives "you" some comfort. Again, please be good to yourself, you.