Dear Life

Have you ever wanted to tell Life exactly what you think when it seems to turn against you?

Dear Life,

I'm not gonna lie:
You have been 'something else' lately.
It isn't like knowing you has ever been perfect.
Our relationship has had its ups and downs,
as they all do,
and you have never been easy.
You're the most high-maintenance friend
I've ever known.
But I used to think
you had some good qualities too,
that you weren't all bad.
You would surprise me with
sweet moments to remind me of your goodness---
glasses of lemonade on a summer picnic table,
running carefree on my grandparents' farm,
the stillness of a darkened night
dotted with stars.
I used to believe in first kisses
and dreams coming true.

But lately, you have been nothing but drama,
and I'm struggling to see what is really so special
about our relationship, after all.
I feel like I can't tolerate one more
of your outbursts against me,
but I easily see how you always win.
And, quite honestly, I am tired of trying to cooperate with you.

You have done an excellent job
of convincing me all is hopeless,
and that is a tough thing to hear from a friend.
Would it really be that difficult
to let me have a few victories,
to feel like we are working hand-in-hand
instead of against each other?

Life, I just really need a break from your antics.
You have slung me around until I
don't feel like crawling from the ground to try anymore.
I need to see some of your more favorable qualities too.
I need some reprieves from the constant striving.
I need some help instead of hopelessness,
laughter in place of crying,
embraces that make me think I still matter to you,
reminders that things might actually be okay,
even though I can't see the possibility anymore.

We need to get on better terms, Life.
I know you have your own problems too.
But could you take a little time to
remind me why this friendship is worth it?
Please assure me we don't always have to be
on the outs with each other.
I'm just asking for some crumbs,
little reassurances that, truly, you are
not working against me.

Sincerely,
____________


What would you like to say to Life 
when it seems to be your enemy instead of a friend?
Type your letter to Life here in the comments or place a link from your blog to mine.