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I'm tired of you using me

WNB125
WNB125

Dear cousin, 


You always want me around when you have "nothing better to do." You only ask about me when you want something. You have always treated me like i was just some toy you could put away and play with later. I have scars because of what you have said and done. I'm tired of you treating me this way and im not taking it anymore. I deserve to be treated with respect and i will not be your so called "last choice" anymore. So either you wise up or get out of my life. 

Nev
Nev
Very nice WNB...it's really important to stand up for yourself. Wish you luck!
Community Leaderbobinmaine
bobinmaine
Are you going to show this letter to your cousin? Or are you just venting?

God Bless
WNB125
WNB125
Thank you Nev *hugs*
WNB125
WNB125
Bobinmaine i never thought of that huh maybe i should
Community LeaderThePepperMan
ThePepperMan
By all means show it to your cousin. Or at least stop being available even when you really are not.

Or call your cousin when you need somebody, that sets the stage for what you wrote!
BE0312
BE0312
I agree with showing it to your cousin... Cousins are family but if they are toxic you should really get rid of them. I have had to do that with a few relatives and close friends of my own. And while it was hard and awkward at first, I feel so much better as time has passed on. Friends who used me, family who never cared unless it was about them - no longer my issue. If you feel your cousin will take to this letter and actually wise up, by all means show it to them; however, if they do not, or if they think you are joking. I say kick them to the curb. Good for you for writing this! Have a wonderful weekend.
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