I had to double up today because I got a little behind. I’m sorry. That’s not my official “an apology” post. Man this prompt feels extra vulnerable. I guess I’ll just go for it though because the gratitude within this is the point. I’m thankful for the friends and family who’ve forgiven me over the years. I’ve definitely hurt people before, sometimes with intent and other times just out of pure self-centeredness. If i’ve hurt you and you need an apology from me or to talk about it, please message me soon. One of the areas in my life where I’ve been the wrongdoer is as a roommate.

After doing some math, I believe I’ve lived with 30 people since freshman year at Mississippi State. I love having roommates and consider myself extremely fortunate to have lived with some amazing women (and one fun guy!) since 2002. I bet most of them would give me a good report out of graciousness and maybe clouded memories. And truthfully, I think i’m a pretty good roommate.

However, I definitely know times when conflict was present and I hopped to passive aggressive behavior rather than resolving it in a healthy way. Thankfully, therapy and some truth-telling friends have helped me recognize these patterns over time. To everyone i’ve lived with who experienced that behavior in me as your roommate, I’m sorry I hurt you. It was wrong of me to behave that way. Please know I have memories of living with each and every one of you that I will cherish. Being a roommate is special. So thank you for loving me on my good days and especially in the not-so-fun-times too.

Sincerely,
Sarah