Dear Elle

Dear Elle,

    I remember the old days, when I used to keep the anger more hidden. At least it seemed that way. I've been in the system too long. I miss the way we used to talk. It seemed less serious. But maybe the time for humor has passed? Maybe it's time to be serious. I do feel like I am learning more. I don't see this as failure. I see it as the necessary next step. I hope wherever you are, whatever you are doing, you understand. You and Leaves both. I want you to be happy. 

    I miss you. Hopefully I've learned everything I needed to know from you. I need to focus. I feel like I've wasted too much time. I need to focus on being more productive and less angry. I just wanted to make you proud. I wanted you to want to say, yeah, I knew Ashes. He was a great guy. I'm sorry. I hope you're not upset. I have tried. Don't give up on me. 

Yours,

Ashes