Catherine Charron

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“A Girl in Pieces” by Catherine Charron

Submitted to Contest #163

This story may be triggering to those who have experienced self-harm or mental health issues. Read with caution. Thank you. When I look at myself in the mirror I see a sad little girl, cut into pieces, and pasted back together with Elmer’s glue. I carved all my desires and wishes and wants out of myself and threw them out like trash. I see, and have always seen, wasted potential. I could have been beautiful, I could have been confident, I could have been whole and unbroken, and remained that way my entire life. But he...

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I'm a Scorpio with ADHD, so if that doesn't tell you what you need to know, I don't know what will. I'm new at sharing my writing, but I appreciate any and all feedback. Have a lovely day.