Why Does It Hurt?

June 8, 2019

The young child looked up at me and asked, “Why does it hurt?” his hand over his heart.

I picked him up and held him in my arms.

“It hurts because people who are also hurting keep trying to take it from you. But you are strong and hold on to it tight.”

“Does yours hurt?” he asked, whispering in my ear.

“It does now,” I replied. “And that’s okay.”

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Author: Chris

I left the hateful rhetoric of Facebook to come here to carry a message of hope and healing I'm in recovery from addiction and rebuilding a life filled with purpose and creativity. Whether I'm playing the piano, baking, gardening, or knitting, I’ve found healing in the simple, meaningful moments. Buzz Kill Diaries is where I share honest reflections on recovery - one day at a time.

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