Heart Walnut
They were all standing around the lounge room laughing and giggling happily. Today was the day they were going to crack their heart walnuts.
This is a very special day, for a heart walnut is the protective layer we all create around our hearts when we get hurt beyond our ability to cope. So we shut ourselves off to the world; and to ourselves.
I didn't quite feel ready. But it was part of the group therapy. We had all brought someone to help us celebrate the momentous occasion. I had Greg. He meant the world to me. I trusted him with my heart and soul and I loved him even more. But we couldn't be anything more than friends. If