Notes On Exorcism
Step 1:
Ask the possessed person to finish this sentence:
"I used to think…"
Step 2:
If they can't or won't, ask permission to ask again later.
Step 3:
If they refuse Step 2, ask permission to ask permission later.
Step 4:
If this request is denied, follow Step 1 in the form of an artfully rendered letter
(Include lots of space for responding to the writing prompt)
in a charming envelope and accompanied by baked goods.
Include self-addressed stamped envelope.
I used to think I needed to see myself as a good person to have hope and feel good about myself. Now I know we're all flawed in many ways with enough skeletons to fill an array of closets. But life is still good!