Empty.
That was the only word that came to mind as I pressed my bottom against the cold porcelain tub. I sat inhaling steam while dipping my big toe in to test the water. The hot water could not even begin to warm me considering the way I felt. I slipped into the water, not caring if it burned my skin. Inside, I resembled a dead woman.
Months had passed since I had given up on my own happiness. I decided that if I couldnβt have the man I wanted, then I would be with a man who was secure. A man I knew would love only me. There was only one problem. To date there was no college course called βHow To Make Yourself Fall In Love 101". I was still completely and hopelessly mad about the man I had given up. He was irrational, indecisive, stubborn, and time and time again, he had done nothing but hurt and disappoint me. Why did I love the idiot? I tried my best to swallow this bitter pill that life had dealt with only partial success.
I found myself sobbing amongst the bath wash and loofa sponge while Mr. Bubble looked on with a sadistic smile. I gave him a stern stare and said aloud without thinking how utterly insane I sounded βYou bubbly pink bastard. Everything fizzles out in the end...even you. So go ahead and smile you stupid...β My eyes then shifted from side to side, sniffling to rid myself of any evidence that I had actually started crying. I felt ridiculous.
βIβm a fucking fruit cake.β I muttered while grabbing the towel and drying off.