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This deeply personal and emotionally raw narrative explores the unbreakable bond between two sisters, one of whom struggles with addiction. Told from the perspective of the surviving sister, the story weaves together memories of childhood, love, and loss, culminating in the devastating moment of Kelly’s death. It grapples with themes of guilt, helplessness, and the painful reality that love alone cannot always save someone. Through lyrical prose and poignant reflection, the narrator honors her sister’s life, ensuring that she is remembered as more than just an addict, but as a brilliant, complex soul gone too soon. Originally published in Grief Dialogues https://griefdialoguesstories.com/2023/05/17/kellys-gone/ Comparable works include “Beautiful Boy” by David Sheff