She wrote late, compelled by the shadows of the previous day. There was so much she had not said. She was wandering into the last days of her former self, her mind clearing through the haze of thoughts that carried their old pain. Those who came before left their imprints once more. She had pushed them away, yet she knew they would stay. They kept playing in her head, echoing softly even as she slept. They will never be forgotten, but they will not hold place in this next chapter. She will no longer chase the memories once dear. She will not fear their presence as she steps quietly into this new race.