phasing_cat | Letter to Someone I Don't Talk to As Much As I'd Like

Letter Meme, Day 10

To my housemates:

I'm sorry I've been such a recluse. I could say there's so many of you that it's overwhelming, but that would just be an excuse. Maybe if I tell you a little about me, you'll understand.

For the past 5 years, I've been homeless. My parents didn't understand my ability and it scared them. So much so that they kicked me out of the house. So I've been living on the street in New York City. You can imagine what happens to a 13 year old girl on the street, and believe me, people tried. Luckily my ability saved me from the fate most girls suffer, but it's still left me with emotional scars. It's really hard for me to trust and open up. This is the longest I've stayed in one place since I left home, and it feels so strange, but I like it. I like not having to sleep with one eye open. I like always knowing I'll have a bed to sleep in and a full stomach. I will never take those things for granted again.

Anyway, I just wanted you to know that I'm not avoiding you because I don't like you, or think I'm better than you. It's the opposite, in fact. I haven't been to school since the 8th grade, and most of you are way smarter than me.

So please, if you see me, even if we've never met before... talk to me. Get me to open up. I don't want to be like this any more. I'm tired of being alone.