Leaving

Sometimes people leave us. They may have different reasons, but they want to leave just the same. It may be difficult to let go at first; especially if there's real love and care there. But we should. Hanging on to someone who has moved on emotionally is plain futile. You may be able to hang on for a little bit, but not for very long. So many times I have looked back at those events and, even if there's some fond memories, the result is always gratitude - for having known them, for the time spent together and also because their exit was right for everyone. Then greener pastures works both ways.