Hey Rose,

I wanted to leave you with something honest, and I think this is where I need to be sincere with you.

The more I’ve thought about everything, the more I’ve realised that I probably have to let this go here. Not because what I felt was fake, and not because you didn’t mean something to me, but because I think continuing would only make things harder, heavier, and more confusing for both of us.

I’m sorry for the times I let my feelings become too much, for the moments where I may have put pressure where there should have only been warmth, and for anything in me that made you feel like you had to carry more than you should have. That was never what I wanted. I never wanted to become a burden, or a weight, or something that made your heart feel less free.

What I felt was real, and that is exactly why I need to be careful with it now. Sometimes caring deeply means knowing when to step back, even when it hurts. And I think this is one of those times. I don’t want to keep reaching for something that may not be meant to keep growing, and I don’t want to turn something beautiful into something difficult.

I will always be grateful for you. For your kindness, for your presence, for the moments we shared, and for the way you made me feel seen in ways I won’t forget. You brought something gentle into my life, and I’ll always carry that with me.

I’m sorry if this goodbye is sad. I don’t want it to be harsh, and I don’t want it to feel bitter. I just think it’s the most honest thing I can give you now. I’d rather leave with respect, care, and truth than pretend I can stay in a place that I know I can’t hold properly anymore.

I truly wish you well, Rose. I hope life keeps treating you gently, and I hope you get all the love, peace, and softness you deserve.

Take care of yourself.