make-believe ─ joshler

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Dear Josh,

Do you remember what I said when you told me you were leaving the next day, with the lady that found you in your ratty cloths, in the old house next door?

I said; "OK, but stay just one more day."

You smiled; big and bright, filled with make-believe teeth, and make-believe lips, and said, "for you, I will."

I've never heard such sweet words from a boy that didn't exist.

I told you that I had the whole day planned out, and you never looked so happy. And I just wanted to hold that moment forever.

You always were so happy.

Sincerely,
Tyler.