one consists of a giant toilet, miniature shower, and one extremely cracked mirror. There wasn’t room for a sink, so they simply decided not to have one.

I didn’t really need to use the restroom, I just want a few minutes where I don’t have to keep a forced smile and fake confidence. I want a few minutes where I don’t have to be strong for anyone else. It takes a wrong turn when I look into the cracked mirror and don’t recognize the man looking back. This is the first time I’ve seen all the damage up close. Some of my wounds are healing; most are waiting for a fresh supply of blood before committing to the idea.

I look like I’ve been colored with every shade of purple and green crayon in the deluxe-sized box. Everywhere I look is something n...

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