lastly, know that it might prick a bit when that one person whose presence youβd gotten used to decides to leave. after all, itβs not them β they are beautiful and bright and in their eyes you see the planets align themselves in several different ways. it is you β with your bullet of a mouth and sandpapered skin that makes it uncomfortable for them to breathe in when they stay for too long. issue a genuine smile. say something nonsensical like βitβs alright, i understand,β or βoh i really donβt mind, it was nice meeting you.β and when they are gone, lock yourself in a room with this list and repeat it to yourself, like a mantra, a catholic prayer.
treasure.