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Through the Shadow of Fading Love, There is Brightness to Light the Way

Through the Shadow of Fading Love, There is Brightness to Light the Way

When polyamorous relationships end, grieving brings the fascinating feeling of being held and being let go all at once

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Rachael Hope
Apr 10, 2024
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The day after she dumped me, I locked my keys in the car for the first time in over 10 years.

I always double check that my keys are in my hand before I close the door, but I guess always doesn’t apply when you’ve just spent your 15 minute break crying in your car in the rain.

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