They say all relationships come to an end (eventually) but we were together for decades. I never really thought it would happen to us.

Sure, there were signs, signs of things that were broken, complaints lodged, noises made, but I just didn't think it would end.

I wasn't ready for it to be over so soon! I don't know if you quit on me or you just couldn't take it anymore but I feel so many feelings. So many. Did I push you too hard? Ask for too much? We had a thing! Do you remember how we met? It was before Y2K ! We were so young! I came around the corner at that pricey store in the mall and there you were. It was instant attraction and I couldn't wait so I took you home that day. I have always been happy I took that gamble. Maybe things moved a little fast some might say, but we were in sync and we worked well together. At least I thought so. I blush thinking about how it was always hot in the kitchen with you! Now I just don't know what to do. Do I face replacing you? Try to repair things? Wait and take my cues from you?

You sitting there silent like that makes me feel like it's unfixable. Maybe I should have paid more attention... maybe there was more I could have done, maybe you should have told me more about your needs...I just don't know anymore.

All I can say is I'm grateful for the all the times we shared, all the things we made together and the hot steamy dishes we enjoyed. I should have told you sooner what you meant to me and how much I value you.  You will always have a piece of my heart.