I never thought love could be so cruel. For years, I devoted myself to my partner, supporting them through sickness, pain, and hardship. I watched them struggle while I held their hand, comforted them, and never complained. I believed that love was about giving without expecting anything in return. I believed that loyalty would be returned in kind. I believed that someone who had my heart would never abandon me. I was wrong.
It started with small illnesses that became more serious over time. I took time off work, skipped social events, and rearranged my life to ensure that my partner received the care they needed. I accompanied them to every doctor’s appointment, managed their medications, and even sacrificed my own comfort so that they could rest. I watched their pain, their suffering, and their tears, and I felt their struggle as if it were my own. I thought that love was measured by the depth of sacrifice, and I gave it all without hesitation.…CONTINUE READING
