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The sun was setting. She missed it more than her youth, this time of day with the last rays bowing out in the twilight. She wanted to take a walk under the dimming skies. Like youth, it was a fleeting moment, but there was no need to mourn, when it would come again tomorrow, and the next day.

Sometimes, I despair that I'm worthless, especially when I bring misery to those who've showered me with care, concern and love. Does the weight of suffering you cause determine how unnecessary your existence is? Am I a person who'll only hurt others? Am I simply this kind of person? My heart numbs at these thoughts.