Regarding the story that I finally decided to upload

Yes, I ultimately decided to no longer hold my position as the silent (proof-)reader, but instead submitted The Guide to the Moon.

This one is special to me in many regards. It has been a year to the day that I started writing it, and it represents my state of mind at that time more than I would like to admit.
A bit of background for all of you who don't know me: I am German, today is my birthday, and 365 days ago I was admitted to the psych ward on my 20th. I won't bother with details here, if you feel like hearing more about this feel free to send me a PM.
Anyway, even though a crass difference to my usual habits and environment, the time away from electronic devices made me see some things more clearly. It was liberating and in retrospect it was the right decision. I know not if I would be here today if I hadn't taken a break from watching my world falling to pieces around me and not being able to do something about it.
But enough about that. As some people say, 'If a door closes, another one opens for you'. And it's true, for all the crap that I went through I came out stronger. I found my soulmate, ironically the very moment I stopped looking. I weeded out false friends and pretentious family members alike. Last but not least, I started writing. This is my first story, and in many aspects it stands for a clear break with all that made up my world and personality only a year ago.
This is my life, and I refuse to give up. I refuse to give in. The road ahead will not be easy, but I have seen worse and lived through. Life is a struggle, but it's the only thing we can ever truly hope to possess.