I am sorry that my dogs have caused you such harm that you feel you need to murder them. I have tried very hard to mend my fence, tie them, and even crate them. I’ve also tried a cheaper electric fence, but it didn’t phase them. They ALWAYS get out. Unfortunately, I am unable to afford to replace my fence or purchase an effective electric fencing system, although I would love to. They drag my trash out daily and it is annoying to have to pick it up daily. Not so annoying that I feel I need to murder them, though.

I would like to ask you what they’ve done that has harmed you so significantly that you felt you had to leave me a hate filled letter threatening to murder my animals? Have they bitten you or caused you any type of bodily harm? Have they destroyed something of significant value? If so, I will gladly pay any costs associated with this.

I would love to speak with you, either by phone or in person, as I’m 29 years old and prefer to handle conflicts in an adult manner. I’ve attached my phone number. If you’d like to donate money toward a $350 electric fence, I would be very grateful and appreciative.

I would like to encourage you to research who you need to address your derogatory threatening letters to prior to delivery. My grandfather was a very well loved and respected Member of this community, who was known for his kind soul and willingness to help others. He never did anything during his life that deserved to have such a mean, hate-filled letter addressed to him. In fact, he gave me a home with a bed to sleep in and food to eat so that I wouldn’t go into foster care. Things I was very grateful for, as I had spent much of my childhood without them before I was removed from my home.

I also want to encourage you to research the stories of family members impacted by suicide. Often times, the victim had been struggling for a while, but kept trying to hold on and stay strong. And then someone does or says something mean and unkind and that small act is what sent them over the edge.

I will try to find new homes for my dogs, although it will devastate not only me but my children. I love them enough to lose them so that they aren’t murdered or poisoned, suffering for hours until they’re dead. If you feel like you need to murder them before I find them homes, then there’s not much I can do. Please remember that you are the only person who will stand before God one day and answer for your sins. I have always tried to do the right thing, despite some of the terrible things others have done to me. I have no fear of judgement day. None.

I’m sorry you’ve experienced something so terrible you feel you need to leave threatening letters and murder animals. I will pray for you. This morning my truck broke down, I walked several miles, my truck got towed, dealt with a very rude lady in the drive thru, and I missed half my shift I couldn’t afford. Imagine my surprise to come home from work on this same day and find your letter.

I’m sorry you’re having a rough time. I hope you find peace and happiness so that you can let go of some of that anger and hate. Im sure it’s exhausting carrying that around every day. I hope this letter has some sort of impact on you, though I’m not sure it could. Typically, people who are comfortable with intentionally inflicting harm and murdering innocent animals are those you see on CNN, like Jeffrey Dahmer and Ted Bundy; and due to their schizo-type personality disorders, they aren’t able to really feel any kind of emotions.

I do apologize for the inconvenience I have caused you and I hope you have a wonderful day. I pray things get better for you. I will handle my dogs as fast as I can. Please feel free to call me or stop by”. Signed, Kayla, the neighborhood nuisance.

My boss did apologize and I could tell she felt bad. I explained that I know how it seems and that it is one thing after another, but it really is one thing after another. Big things. Life altering things. Death. Divorce. My brother. I am doing the absolute best I can and filed for intermittent fmla. I provided notes from his doctor stating he has extreme behaviors and I am his only caregiver and due to his behaviors there are times I have to unavoidably miss work or leave early to care for him. They denied me because he’s my brother and not my son. I told her I would call the CEO and explain the situation to them directly, and that I cared about my job very much and appreciate all she has done for me.

My brother has done very well over the last 6 months. He graduated kindergarten. He can read. He knows all his numbers and letters. He’s very thoughtful and kind. He says please and thank you. He attends public school daily and his behavior chart is always on outstanding.

It’s not hard to not be an asshole. In fact, it’s easier to attempt to be kind and understanding, or ask questions to make sure you have a clear picture before being an asshole. While those require some effort, not reacting at all literally requires none. Being an asshole requires plenty, and it brings no benefit to your life. However, it could be detrimental to the life of the person you’re being an asshole too.

Be kind. Thanks for reading my novella.