An Open Letter to the Hater

May 4, 2013

Dear Hater,

I know who you are.  I know what you're doing to hurt my family and me.  I won't let you continue to do it anymore.

My son is not a monster.  You do not even know him.  Your life is not in the least affected by his choices.  So stop making this about you.

You can only hurt us if I let you.  And I won't let you do it anymore.  I've shed my last tear because of your hatred.  I've spent my last moment worrying about what others think.

I am done with you, hater.  I am done.

~SHM