not mine

I guess I’ve entered the years where it’s not unusual to lose people close to you. I’m not sure that’s something you can ever learn to anticipate though.

When someone’s been an implicit part of your life, not by choice, but by consequence. They’re an accepted addition to your life. And they’re not even a priority. You spend no time thinking of them. Then suddenly, they’re no longer here. And you think, isn’t that strange. And you think, how does that feel for the people who’ve counted on them all their life?

I’ve shed a tear for unexpected family. I’m so sorry you’ll not be there for the people I love anymore. You’re not mine to grieve, but I still do.