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The Betrayal

Finding Me

By Mary K BrackettPublished about a year ago 1 min read
"I Choose Me" by M.K. Brackett July 14, 2024

You cheated. Then dared ask the question,

“Did you leave me for someone else?”

At first, I thought, “Of course not!”

But realized. I did.

I only wish I

Had loved her first.

“Who is she?”

Me...

Mental Health

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Mary K Brackett

Mary Brackett is a novelist, poet, & award-winning short story author. She has authored and co-authored articles for magazines with her husband and is currently writing a series of novels with her talented daughters.

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  • Shirley Belkabout a year ago

    Absolutely profound! I love it.

  • SoftSpokenStoriesabout a year ago

    I love your way of representing this masterpiece and I truly wish you to win the first price. here I am a new story writer and wanna learn how to present my story properly, I would really appreciate if I get some support from wonderful writer like you.

  • Esala Gunathilakeabout a year ago

    It is really good for mental health.

  • Dawnxisoul393artabout a year ago

    The emotional journey you describe captures the complexities of personal relationships and the internal struggle that accompanies difficult choices, this introspective reflection highlights the importance of self-acceptance and self-love in relationships, love your works, subscribed.

  • J. R. Loweabout a year ago

    Ooh what a hard-hitting last line. Nicely done 👏

  • L.I.Eabout a year ago

    Yes, queen! Love this!

  • Andrea Corwin about a year ago

    WOW, just WOW. What a fabulous poem, I loved it!! "had loved her first." Well done.

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