in life, sometimes we meet people who surprise us and we don't realize just how close we'll get with them. Sometimes we just let these things grow and they become someone so close to you. And then one day...they just aren't there anymore and you literally blame yourself for years even if you didn't do anything wrong.
Jason was one of my best friends, even if it was just a short period of time. I was in my early twenties, didn't know what I was doing or where I was going. By chance, he ended up being my coworker. I think he thought I was super weird, but we bonded.
I still remember the first Sunday shift I worked with him. We were opening the store together. Someone must have played Fallout recently in my apartment, cause I just wanted to listen to Fallout music. And I remember he was listening to it and he said "wow this sounds like Fallout music." And I laughed and said "that's because it is."
And from that moment, we were so close. We fought like cats and dogs or like siblings. I loved him and still love him dearly. I believe he was my soulmate. I used to always go to his place, late at night, just wanting to be near him cause I just loved him so much.
And then he moved back home to his home province and I was heartbroken. We stayed in touch but from what I could tell, his life only got worse and his friends ditched him after he got sick. He had anticipated such a good homecoming and it was just bad. And I tried so hard to get him to come back but...
One day, I was scrolling on Facebook and I saw his sister had made a post. My soulmate was gone. He had taken his own life. Ever since that day, I still carry that guilt inside of me because I feel like I could have done more. I really always feel that way.
This was a long story and I know not everyone will read this and that's fine. Please remember that you are so loved. People adore you and love to have you around, even on the days you can't even stand yourself. Most importantly, I love you. I'm here to be a friend.
I leave you with one of the songs Jason always used to sing at work. Happy heavenly birthday, my dear. You will always be missed.