Anyone who’s been a friend of mine over the last year or so is familiar with the challenges I’ve been facing in my relationship with my girlfriend. Sure, we love each other, but there are so many complications and obstacles that add stress to the situation. We believed we could make it work, however, no matter what.

Alas, it was not to be. Last night she and I agreed to part ways. I could say that “it’s for the best” but I’m not really capable of that kind of perspective right now. Ask me about it later, okay? Right now I just want to curl up and hide for a while…