Complete Dependence

"Secondly, I used to think that the best way to show my affection was to get physical. I still think that way. I feel doing things you can do yourself is not enough to express how I truly feel.

Also, I still question what I can offer you. I mean, you already have all these," she said, gesturing to the house.

"Perhaps, the only thing I can offer is myself and I feel it's not enough. I live in your house, I eat your food, I can't help but feel that I'm a freeloader.

I'm just a burden to you and as a wife, I ought to support you but I bring nothing to the table. It makes me feel so insecure. Without you, I can't do anything for myself… I hate it."

Once she said her piece, she felt lighter than ever. These were all the things bugging her… gnawing at her heart.