I Was Inspired By Several Articles About The Tampon Tax Recently And Some Of The Protests Against The

Breath of Relief

This is not something I typically share, but I just need to get it out there. I have always thought that in order to be significant, valued, and important, I needed to be loved by someone. However, this "love" that I "needed" was the idea that I needed a boyfriend or a romantic interest. I believe a lot of people think this. What I've come to realize is that I know I am loved. I have a wonderful mom and dad and stepmom and grandma and friends who love me (whether I see them daily or not). I know that whether or not I love someone romantically does not define me, my past, or my future. It simply doesn't matter to me anymore. I know that having a partner is fantastic, if it suits you. But it doesn't define me. And I believe that I am better off without someone, someone who doesn't understand me. Because the best person who understands me, is me. And I am so grateful for everyone in my life who loves me for who I am. I know that I am very independent, and because of who I am, I can't see myself ever being in a relationship with someone. And I can accept that. It may take some more time, but I know that in the long haul, I will genuinely be content and happy.

I don't even know what his real name is anymore

I know this joke is played out, but I will never stop calling him Benadryl Cabbagepatch.

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