Marked By Rejection by Avery Stone

Entry 1005: Sinking

Dear Kyle,

---

My friend isn't here anymore...

Could it be my doing? I'm trying not to think about it...

He was such a good man.

His name was Yael.

There was something about his eyes that captivated me.

Gold like those shiny coins we'd get to use at the arcades.

He'd talk to a flower like it was a person, and he'd hum songs that were so calming.

He'd bring me food because the girls here didn't like the idea of me eating.

It's horrible here...but Yael made it better.

Kyle...could you keep Yael company?

I'm not sure if he has friends where you are.

He was alone here.

Since he wasn't perfect.

At least where you are, the world is filled with perfection.

I'm sure that he'll be whole and happy where you are.

Play with him for me?

Until I get there.

I don't think I have much time left, Kyle.

Like the other times...I feel that sensation.

Only this time, I don't have the strength to fight anymore.

I'm sinking...

---

- Wren