Faded Bracelet
A Reverse Nonet on Friendship Breakups
Romantic breakups are onerous to manoeuvre through, without question. Their tangled network and complexity are overwhelming.
Any relationship, however, involves complex dynamics that are, for the want of a better word, dynamite. Our regular friendships are no exception.
As with a romantic partner, its hard to 'break up' with a friend because of nostalgia and emotional attachments. Unresolved issues abound. Social expectations often entail lasting frienships, which make breakups especially explosive.
The feelings must be acknowledge with a touches of grace and tact. Communicating needs is key, as is a little introspection.
Enjoy this reverse breakup nonet.
A
faded
Worn bracelet
Coloured threads cut
Cannot be rejoined
For all the tangled threads
And all coloured desires
Cut the threads with a gentle snip
But never fail to dwell on their hues.
About the Creator
Michelle Liew Tsui-Lin
Hi, i am an English Language teacher cum freelance writer with a taste for pets, prose and poetry. When I'm not writing my heart out, I'm playing with my three dogs, Zorra, Cloudy and Snowball.
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Loved your nonet , shit hurtrs
I've had so many friendship breakups before and they hurt soooo bad! Loved your reverse Nonet!