Dear [Michael],

I never thought I’d be writing a letter like this. Please know that this decision was not made lightly, and I’m deeply sorry for the pain it will cause you. I hope you can find it in your heart to understand my reasons, even if you don’t agree with them.

From the moment we met, my life changed in ways I never imagined. I remember our first date, how you made me laugh with your silly jokes and how we talked for hours like we’d known each other forever. You made me feel seen, valued, and loved. The picnics in...