LIVIA'S BOOKLET

 When was the last time we met anyway? Probably at the park? Small talks because I forced myself to talk to you, a little bit at least of random stories of the trees-flowers-scenery and then the ‘see you later!s’ but I knew we wouldn’t anyway And guess what? I was right, I expected some huge explosion to end it with, like a beat drop at the end because our time together was turbulent, but there was just a casual fade out So we just fell apart, not fell out, fell apart. There’s a difference. I used to be your right hand person but now I feel indifferent. I think back to the time we declared each other best friends forever and, I was thinking how much it would hurt to lose you, but now? I’m happy about how far apart we are. If I see you again, I wouldn’t jump-cry-hug you I’ll just smile and ask ‘how are you these days?’ because the past is in the past.

It’s Crucial to Know Your Man "Before accepting a proposal, scrutinize your partner. Understand his past—his ambitions, beliefs, and background. If necessary, hire an investigator. The story of Anita and her broken pieces should serve as a cautionary tale for anyone on the path to marriage." I met Leonard at the Gateway Mall exit in 2018. It was beginning to rain, and I struggled with my shopping bags. The bus stop was a bit far from the shop entrance, and there were no Ubers in sight. We exchanged numbers, and that was the beginning of our fairytale. We were madly in love. To me, he was Mr. Right—almost perfect. I found no faults in him during our courtship. He was gentle, calm, hardworking, ambitious, and mature about almost everything. A goal-getter with a sharp business acumen, he had made significant investments and had several side hustles. I felt comfortable with him and believed he was the one. About ten months into our relationship, he made his intentions clear. I th...