Mating, Dating, Relating, Medicating

Jul 22
2011

The Harder They Fall

Lieu and I broke up tonight.  I am supposed to be writing a paper, due tomorrow morning, but how I’m going to accomplish that when my heart is shattered into a million jagged pieces I don’t know.  My pillow still bears a dent from his head, and the towel he used this morning is hanging on the shower rod. I finally told him I loved him, and just as I always feared, it didn’t matter.  I don’t get what I want, ever, in these matters.  He says he just can’t, that he knows it’s not fair, but he just can’t.   Every part of my body aches, and the person who usually makes me feel better…well.  There’s nothing to say about break-ups that isn’t so cliche as to be not worth the ragged breath required to spit it out. I love him. He’s gone. Even my fingernails hurt, the dull pointless agony of a fierce, dashed hope seeping everywhere.

14 Responses to “The Harder They Fall”

  1. emily says:

    Oh, C. I am so, so, so very sorry. I am tempted to say something upbeat and encouraging, but will hold off for now. Hugs.

  2. laurie says:

    I love you so much and you don’t deserve this. He is a fool!!!!

  3. Nicole says:

    I’m so sorry.

  4. andi says:

    sending a cosmic hug

  5. Caroline says:

    I’m sorry :(
    Sounds very similar to the relationship I am getting over. I know how much it hurts, awful. It will get better.

  6. Kristin H says:

    Geez, I’m really sorry. I wish I knew something to say.

  7. Rachel says:

    Ugh, I’m so sorry. This freakin’ bites. I was so hoping that when you opened up to him, he would respond in kind. He was so lucky to have you and I know it sucks right now but it will get better and you’ll realize eventually how lucky you are to be clear of him. You deserve someone that will love you as much as you love them.

  8. magnolia says:

    there aren’t words. so very sorry…

  9. meridith says:

    That sucks! I’m so sorry and I hope the rays of light start to creep in in places sooner rather than later.

  10. E says:

    Not fair! His loss, totally, but I know that isn’t much consolation right now. I’m sorry.

  11. Lieu deserves a dickpunch. that is all.

  12. City Girl says:

    C, I’m so, so sorry to hear this! You needed a break and a boyfriend who supported you, not this. I hope that you’re feeling a bit stronger with each day, but you’re entitled to feel as heartbroken as you want to. I’m sending you huge hugs your way!

  13. Oh, fuck, this is what I get for not catching up on your blog sooner. I’m so very sorry. :(

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