My Troubles
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Ongoing14m
Last published Fri, Apr 25, 2025
They say time heals everything, but no one ever tells you what to do while you wait for the healing to begin.
I used to think pain was loud, like shouting matches, slammed doors, or sobs that echoed through empty hallways. But I've come to realize that pain is sometimes quiet. It's the silence between heartbeats when you see the one person you love walk away. It's the weight of words unspoken, of truth buried beneath guilt and fear.
My name is Sarah, and this is not a story about perfection. It's not about heroes or villains. It's about a girl caught in the crossfire of family chaos, broken friendships, and a love that wasn't supposed to happen. A love that ruined everything, or maybe, just maybe, revealed everything that was already falling apart.
There was a time I laughed without restraint, held hands with people I trusted, and believed that family meant safety. But now? Now I tread carefully, watch my words, and pretend to be okay, for Joshua, my little brother, and for the girl I used to be.
This story begins in the ruins of trust and ends... well, I don't know yet.
But if you're willing to walk through the mess with me
I'll show you my troubles
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