Caught off guard.

The yelling begins.

“Don’t you see what you’re doing? This is all because of your personality disorder!”

Confusion and anger overwhelms me.

A fist forms in my pocket and deep breathing begins. I must separate from the source to keep the bloodbath at bay. Tears roll down my freckled face  as I realize what must be done. It’s time to separate or divorce. I can no longer put up with his erratic behavior. I deserve love, respect, and so much more.

Regular breathing slowly returns but the anger remains. Thoughts of permanent sleep rapidly enter my mind but they leave as quickly as they invaded my brain. Temptation tells me, “It would be so easy. No one would know.” I think of those I love and who love me. Life is worth living!

~A. Mac