To those I never had the chance to say goodbye to, those who I didn't know how to, and those who can still read this:
Nowadays, this site is a faraway memory at the back of my mind. Days ago, I stumbled into my account and realized it was still up. I've been re-reading and recalling bittersweet memories. Four years ago I left without properly telling everyone how much they meant to me and how much I loved them. So here I am, doing it now. I'm sorry it took so long. This site and the community had one of the biggest impacts on me when I was a teen. I found my voice, explored my passion for writing, and most important of all, found people to share it with. I was insecure and unsure of most things, but the support and lovely words from everyone got me closer to properly loving myself and what I do. It was a place to rant, to be messy, lost, sad, joyful, and I'm ever so thankful for having that. I'm also sorry if I ever offended you, or scared you with one of my rants/messages, I was an angsty teen, and I didn't mean it.
To the little family I had here, I hope you all know who you are, I love you. And I loved you back then. Thank you for so so much. I hope you're in a good place now, wherever you are. Most of all, I hope you're happy. You deserve it. In case you want an update, I'm still writing and drawing, now more than ever. I'm happy, and I'm getting closer to loving all parts of myself.
It's great to see the site has only grown, and I'm ecstatic at the thought that many people will get to find freedom and safe space here.
While I probably won't return, I will leave the account up. <3
Love,
Mari, Teapot, Mum.
