1. Quaint Memory

Dear Q,

Do you remember the days when everything was simple? When a smile could mean everything, and a goodbye never felt like forever? I wonder if you ever knew—back then, you were a little more special to me than just a friend.

We were just kids, weren’t we? Too young to understand what it meant to like someone, too busy running through the days to realize what we had. It wasn’t love, not really. But it was something—something soft, something warm. And even if you don’t remember, I do.

Maybe that’s the funny thing about childhood. Some moments stay, some faces fade. And now, you’re just a name from the past, a memory I hold onto without even knowing why.

But still, thank you—for being part of a time I’ll always look back on with a smile.

Take care, Q.

2. Halfway Gone

Dear H,

You came into my life just as I was beginning to understand who I truly was. Like a ray of sunlight slipping through the cracks, warm yet untouchable. You were always just out of reach, and maybe that was the beauty of it.

We were far apart, yet somehow, you found a way to light up the quiet corners of my heart. A heart that was still new to this world, still learning how to beat on its own. I wonder if you even remember me, or how close we once were in our own fleeting way.

Still, thank you—for the brief warmth, for the soft glow of something that almost was. Your presence felt distant, yet impossibly beautiful. A memory I can’t quite hold onto, but one I’ll never truly forget.

Sincerely,
Me

3. See Ya

Dear S,

Thank you for satisfying my curiosity, and apologies if I treated you as merely a means to do so. I sensed, even just a little, that you wanted more after that night, but deep down, I knew we were never meant to be—not in love, not in life. Still, I appreciate the experience, my first real step into the world. Best of luck to you—no hard feelings, no second meetings.

See ya.

4. Quiet Desperation

Dear Q,

I don’t know if you ever truly noticed, but you were the first person I ever acted foolishly for in the name of love. The first time I let my heart override my mind, the first time I lost myself in emotions I couldn’t control. You never asked for it, yet I gave so much—too much, perhaps.

There was a time when every unanswered message felt like a storm, every silence stretched longer than it should have. I held on, not realizing I was only holding onto shadows. I showed up, hoping you’d be there, but you chose to stay away. And maybe that should’ve been my answer all along.

For so long, I hovered between hope and pride, between waiting and letting go. I thought if I tried hard enough, if I proved I was worth it, you’d turn around. But love doesn’t work that way, does it? Love doesn’t beg. And neither should I.

Years have passed, and life has its way of shifting things. Maybe there was a moment when you finally saw me, but by then, I had already walked away. And I think that’s how it was always meant to be—our story, half-written, never finished.

Still, thank you. For teaching me what it feels like to want someone so badly it hurts, and for teaching me that sometimes, the best thing we can do… is to let go.

Take care, Q.

— Me

5. Time

Dear T,

I hope you’re doing okay. I’ve been thinking about you lately, especially after hearing some news, and honestly, I’m a little worried. I just hope you can find your own light, the one that belongs to you, and get through this tough time. When I sit down to write these words, all I feel is gratitude. Gratitude for the more than four years we spent together.

Looking back, I realize just how meaningful that time was for me, even if things didn’t turn out the way we imagined. We shared so much, and though we’ve changed, I’ll always look back on the good parts of us. I know now that there’s no more need for regret, no more questioning what went wrong, because sometimes things just end the way they’re meant to. And that’s okay.

You were my first love, and I will always remember the lessons we learned from each other. We both lost something, but we also gained understanding. I want you to know that I wish you nothing but strength and growth from here on out. Take care of yourself, T. Find your peace, and don’t let the past weigh you down. I hope one day we can both look at our time together with a smile, knowing we’ll always be part of each other’s journey. With all my best,

Sincerely,

— Me

6. Maybe Meant to Be

Dear M,

We started as something light and easy, drawn to each other in ways that felt effortless. Your quiet humor, the way you carried yourself—it pulled me in. And for a while, it worked. We built memories in places that now hold echoes of us, moments that felt warm and real.

But looking back, I realize how much of you remained just out of reach. I knew only what you let me see, always standing just outside the parts of your life that mattered most. I told myself it was enough, that maybe I was asking for too much. But love shouldn't feel like tiptoeing around closed doors, should it?

I won’t say I regret it, because I don’t. Our time together was real in its own way, and I’ll always remember the good. But when I walked away, I hoped, just for a second, that you’d pull me back. You didn’t. And maybe that was the answer all along.

Wherever you are now, I hope you’ve found what you were looking for. And if not, I hope one day you will.

Take care,
Me.

7. Too Soon, Too Late

Dear T,

I owe you an apology—not for one thing, but for everything I didn’t mean to hurt you with. I gave you a glimpse of hope, only to take it away too soon. That wasn’t fair to you, and maybe not to me either.

The truth is, we’re both just trying to heal, carrying the weight of past love. Maybe if you had been more patient—with me, with yourself—things would be different. But was it too soon, or already too late?

I hope you find peace, not in me, but in a place that truly belongs to you. And if we ever look back, may this just be a gentle memory.

Take care,
Me.

8. Pieces of Us

Dear P,

I hope you’re doing well. I never imagined I’d feel this way so quickly, especially after my past experiences that never quite turned out as I had hoped. Somehow, you awakened a romance in me—a gentle, nurturing spark I thought I had lost after all those heartbreaks.

In our brief time together, I sensed that maybe I stirred something in you as well. My decision to end things wasn’t made lightly; perhaps it was fairer than holding on without truly understanding what we were. Maybe we both needed more time—a real conversation instead of guessing from a distance—to see what lay between us.

I’ve had time to reflect, and now I know exactly how I feel. I wonder if you feel the same way or if you’re still caught between moments that were too fast, too slow, or simply too late. No matter what the future holds, I truly wish for your happiness, as I seek my own.

Thank you for reminding me that a gentle, enduring love still lives within me, even if our pieces never fully fit together.

Warm regards,
Me.

9. Attention

Dear A,

We’ve only met a few times—hardly enough to say we know each other, and certainly not enough to be anything to each other.

I hold no grudges over the… less-than-courteous behavior towards the end. If anything, I’d like to think there was some meaning to our brief encounter. Funny how things work out—just as I was curating a playlist of past EX-periences, you appeared, adding just the right shade to the mix. Right person, right timing, I suppose.

I do hope you learn to appreciate what you have—especially yourself. Take care of your health. And hopefully, we won’t be crossing paths again. 😉

Best,
Me.

10. Move On

Dear Me,

I know you’ve been through so much—those tender days when love felt eternal, only to have its pieces slip away like shadows in the night. Remember how you once held on to every memory, every quiet moment, thinking they would last forever? In time, you learned that sometimes, the light fades—not because you weren’t enough, but because the way you once loved no longer fits who you are today.

You’ve come to understand that the love you need is within you. The echoes of the past, those fragile fragments of “us,” have taught you valuable lessons. Though they left a quiet ache, they also paved the way for growth. You discovered that moving on isn’t about leaving someone behind; it’s about releasing old patterns and embracing the new you—stronger, wiser, and free.

So, cherish the memories for the growth they sparked, but don’t let them hold you back. You deserve a love that fills you completely, one that doesn’t fade with time. Remember, you are your own source of light, and the future holds endless possibilities.

Keep shining, keep growing, and always know that you are enough.

With all my love,
Me.

Dear Ex - Playlist - Tiffany Lê

Thank you for joining me on this intimate journey through memories and emotions. "Dear Ex" is not just an Playlist—it's a celebration of resilience and the beauty of moving forward, one heartfelt note at a time. Enjoy the ride, and may you find your own strength in every chord. 💌