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Dear 2020,

I’m not going to miss you. You were one of the worst things that has ever happened to me! You’re way too controlling: I couldn’t even see my friends for most of this year. Not cool! You made me hate sleeping in and wearing pajamas and even take-out. You made me hate pizza! You made me start talking to my wall again. (A social life? Never heard of that.) I despised you! I am so glad we’re over. You also gave so many people a disease, babe. You said you were clean! Luckily, I used my mask as protection but still... close call. We just don't work well together, you and I. For starters, I like hugging my friends. You like air-borne illness. I like swimming in pools. You like starting massive forest-fires. We are too different from each other! In the beginning, I thought we might be able to work it out. Having optional schoolwork was pretty nice, and it felt like a long vacation. But this has gone on far too long! I stopped loving you in March. In fact, I never even loved you! So there, 2020. I hope you're happy. I know I sure am, now that I'm single and better than ever. See you never!
-Your ex, Bella

P.S. I heard your brother, 2021, is tall, dark, and handsome ;)

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Adios, 2020!

You don’t even get a “dear” from me. There is no hiding how garbage you have been to me and literally everyone else. We’re done. I was thinking your nonsense would end months ago, but you’ve kept throwing more and more at me. No more. Get out.

Is this global pandemic supposed to be a “joke” to you? You’ve taken away over a million lives on this planet! Millions of others have been diagnosed with COVID-19 as well! I even hear you’re playing dirty again by producing a new strain of COVID in the U.K. that supposedly spreads faster than before. Because of your filthy antics, we all have to socially distance, suffer under these horrible masks, and resort to remote learning. You’re BRUTAL!

You took live sports away from me for around FIVE months. I was getting interested in the Bruins as well, man! You made me wait all of that time just to see them bow out in the second round. Things would have been much different for the Bruins if you hadn’t brought about COVID unto this world. They were doing SO well.

What exactly was that hurricane season? THIRTY named storms? I know it’s fitting for you to be absolutely insane and out of your mind, but THIS? You just smashed a record from only FIFTEEN years ago! That’s not a good thing, 2020 - we shouldn’t even have to consider that amount of storms in the Atlantic alone. Because of you, we went to the Greek names - again. “What was so bad about it?” you’re probably ignorantly asking. I say to you; Laura, Sally, Delta, Zeta, Eta, and Iota. Notice how four of those were Greek names.

In conclusion… Yeah, I hate you. I’m not even going to hide it. You’ve been horrible to everyone on this planet, and especially me. There was so much going right before you decided to poop all over it in mid March. So, here I am, taking a poop on you.

Thanks a lot, ya bum.
With much hate,
James C

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Hey 2020,

I really don’t mean for any of this to come as a shock, but I think it’s time I just laid it all out on the line. I need some space. I really tried to put up with the Australian wildfires and the craziness going on in the government, but starting a pandemic? Really? That was the last straw. And yes I know, it’s been months since that started and if I had such a big issue I probably should have told you earlier, but in my defense, I really thought you were going to turn things around. I was actually dumb enough to believe you when you said it would only be a few weeks. That was back in March. It is now December. It’s been about nine months and I can’t take this anymore. You’ve played me (and the rest of the world) for a fool and it’s time I rid myself of your toxic presence. I really am sorry that it has to end this way—through a letter—but hey, you’re the reason I can’t see you in person. I’d say have a nice life, but I’m honestly hoping you die pretty soon. :)

Goodbye 2020.

Sincerely,
Aimee

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Dear 2020,

I am getting straight to the point. I’m breaking up with you. But here’s a little poem to help me explain:

We’ve had our ups and downs.

But now our time is done.

I’m sorry to break it to you,

But our dates now just aren’t as fun.

Now don’t get me wrong you have sure helped me a lot

You’ve helped me grow as a person, and become a lot more smart.

You showed me my real friends,

and which friendships to end.

But you did make school real hard,
and made me take some time apart

From all of the people I care about and love with all my heart.

It's not just you it’s me,
well the both of us, but you see,

I just can’t keep going on
with a love that is now gone.

Like I’ve said you made my life both better and worse,

But it’s time for me to find myself and make my life more diverse.

I want you to be happy but I need to be happy too,

And to be quite honest I think I’m happier without you.

I’m sorry 2020 but it is officially over. I can’t keep going on like this. It’s time for me to move on. I’ll always remember you.

Your lifelong friend,
Ariannah

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2020,

It pains me to do this, but things have to end.  You’re an awful person.  The things you’ve done to me and the people around me are cruel and unusual.  Not only did you not care about me, but you actively tried to hurt me.  That one time you brought me flowers I thought you were being sweet, but no they were actually infested with killer bees.  And that hike you invited me on, when we got there the forest was on fire.  When we went to L. A. and the sky was completely gray and we could barely breathe.  Don’t even get me STARTED on the pandemic, that you didn't even spread to me, but to MILLIONS of others.  That one really wasn’t funny.

But I guess I also owe you a thank you.  Without you there wouldn’t be and change coming in this world.  It could have just been another year, you could have come and gone quietly, and I would have eventually looked back on you as one of my highschool days, but no you made a name for yourself.  For that I admire you.  You pushed science to new limits, you made people get inventive, and you called for change.  Thank you for not being a boring year, but please, on your way out,  tell 2021 to be normal.

Sincerely, Claire

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Dear 2020,

I am sorry to do this over letter but, lets face it. This relationship is not working. You are kind of scary. First, we almost got into a war, like a week into dating. And then you started lighting fires like crazy. You know that’s illegal, right? And then you got sick. And by getting sick, you got literally everyone else sick. And you killed a bunch of people. Kobe and Gianna Bryant? Really??

I mean, it started out okay, but then it went downhill quick. Not everything you did was bad, though. You promoted self-growth and change. But things were moving too fast. You were like, ready to get married on the second date, and I was still learning your last name. I don’t think we are on the same page. So, I’m sorry- well not really. I mean, you kind of suck. You really suck. You wouldn’t let me see my friends or family, and you had this issue with black people which is a huge problem. They were being murdered and you were just like, “Blue lives matter”. Not cool. And I can’t just ignore all of this. So we’re done. Please don’t talk to me ever again. There is no changing my mind. See ya never. ✌️

~Abbey

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2020,

Sorry friend, this isn't working out.  It's time for you to leave. No seriously, pack your stuff and leave now. I’ve realized that you're sick in the head to think it's okay to put citizens through what you've put us through. I thought our bond this year would still be going strong by now. I thought that we would be having the greatest time of our lives. I thought this year would be our year. But it seems like you had other plans. Not only did you have your friend Covid that came to visit temporarily take everything from me, but you also had many people die from it and other things. You snatched the souls of some of my favorite rappers, and also took a huge NBA star because that wasn't enough for you. People dropping dead like flies this year is one of the main reasons why everybody is so through with you. One thing I can and will say is that you made me understand a lot more things. You made me understand that you cannot rely on friends and that at the end of the day it's you against the world. Everybody goes through their own things so don't put your problems on them. You made me understand that not all things are meant to be and you just have to accept them the way they are. I can say I am wiser and understand things better. I guess you were not a total burden.

-Hawa

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Okay Covid, I’m not even going to try and beat around the bush or anything, so here it goes.

We’re through. And by that I mean for and ever. I gave everything I had into this relationship, and you want to know what you contributed? A pandemic. Thanks for that by the way! No, I’m serious! You helped me realize that this is such a toxic relationship and I will not stand for it.

Who gave you that idea by the way? Forcing the whole world to quarantine for twelve months, creating the idea of online schooling and “zooms”, and taking away our ability to hang out with anyone other than our immediate family. PRICELESS. I could not think of a better way to end a relationship.

Hmm, what else? Oh, yeah, how could I forget?! You completely ruined my cross-country and track seasons. Running with a mask on = not fun. I’m not kidding when I say I’m surprised that no one on my team died considering you can’t even breathe while WALKING around in a mask, nevermind RUNNING. That’s all on you by the way. The pandemic YOU caused, led THE Facebook moms to go off on us about wearing masks while running. I can tell you used up all of your “brainpower” on this one. These accusations are both hilarious and embarrassing since we weren’t even in Wakefield at the time they claimed they saw us by the lake at. You really do need to come up with some better ideas, but please, for everything we’ve been through, do NOT use these new ideas on me :)

I also hold you responsible for making me lose motivation. I had never lost my motivation when it comes down to school, sports, baking, anything! But of course then you show up, turn my life upside down, and now I can’t even say that anymore.

Despite it all, I'm thankful for this has-been relationship because you have really taught me what NOT to look for in a relationship and now I can expect every other relationship to be better. Everything just went downhill from the moment I saw you creeping up :(

So I'll just say this again. GOOD BYE and GOOD RIDDANCE. I never want to see you again and I hope that someday, someone treats you the same way you treated me :)

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So long 2020, it's been a year.  That’s wrong, “it’s been a year” would imply that it was a good year, but I doubt I need to tell you that.  What really happened this year, 2020?  Why did you pile so many horrible things on us each month?  Is it revenge for all of the “2020 vision” jokes?  (That may be a bit justified…) Did god try to plan all the disasters for the 2020’s, but accidentally put them in 2020 itself instead?

You must think you’re a pretty funny guy, bringing a pandemic in the 1620’s, in the 1720’s, in the 1820’s, in the 1920’s, and here we are, in the 2020’s, continuing that tradition against our will.  Although, I guess you can’t take all the blame.  You probably expected your little pandemic to last until the summer, I’m sure many people did.  Ha, you put too much faith into stupid people.  If everyone had actually listened to health officials, maybe the year wouldn’t be so bad.

~Sam

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Dear 2020,

All “good” things must come to a close. Right? Although missing three sports seasons, time with family, my dance recital, college tours, vacations, full time school, full time dance, and much more has been “fun”; I’m ready to go back to how things were. I thought I was ready to take on the challenge of a relationship, but I’ve proven that idea to be completely incorrect. In fact I was the opposite of ready. This relationship has given me much (probably too much) time to reflect, and I now understand I deserve way better than what you have provided. You are always slacking off, and making me “take a look at the bright side.” There is no bright side of you, you have ruined so many lives. Killed healthy people. Separated families. Made people lose jobs. Ended friendships. Shut down the world. Hearing the your name back when I was dating 2019 made me think “wow he must be amazing.” But the grass is certainly greener on the other side of the fence, because I would be anything to turn back time to then. It’s over, this nightmare needs to be over. We’re done. It’s not me, its you. Let’s hope the next one will be a lot better too.

~Mia

P.S. Please do not reach out. I don’t want to think of this time in my life ever again.

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2020,

Sorry, NOT Sorry!

Dear Corona (no, not the beer!), I am sorry but I must leave you for several reasons. Our relationship has been dying, quite literally, from the start. Your actions have hurt not only myself but millions of others around the world. You also think it is funny to hook up with other people when we are in the middle of a relationship. My friends are worried about me because I have not been able to see them for months and it is all because you will not let me leave my house! There are so many things I hate about you right now, it is like I am a tornado endlessly spinning out of control.

You can take school away from me that is one thing, but now you have gone too far taking everything else I love away from me. Every time I try to do something fun, you throw bad news at my face like it is a game. Is this some kind of joke to you? You have treated me very poorly and because of your actions we are done! Through! I would wish you well but, well, you kind of cheated on me and millions of others around the world so, I hope you die soon. Merry Christmas and happy new year you filthy animal!

-David S.

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Hey 2020,

I’m not gonna keep it inside any longer, I’m leaving you. You have brought me both joy and discomfort. Laughter and tears. You taught me what it means to trust, what real friends are, and what managing time was. Most of our time together was chaotic. First, you had your bestie COVID-19 accompany us all the time, so I had to wear a mask and stay at home, 6 feet from you. You also brought people into my life only for them to leave! Like, cmon! Why did you have to give me false hope? You even had me realize who I can trust. Not to get personal, but your best friend prevented me from seeing my friends, going to Florida, and even walk the streets without having to be scared they would latch onto me.

There were times your best friend made me scared. Like, as if I was going to die, scared. There were times your best friend made me question if life will ever be without masks. But thanks to the people you introduced me to, I realized to focus on the now, rather than the “what ifs?” Why you became best friends with COVID, I will never know, but I hope you understand that COVID made me wonder why I was even spending time with you. I only stayed this long to see if it would get better, which, it sort of did, but I need to leave you for my well being. 2021 is looking pretty good if I do say so myself.
Every time I brought up a bad instance, you decided to one up me. Lockdown, aye? yea, how about wearing masks everywhere you go? Or Online school? Yea, let’s add zoom calls early in the morning. Just trying to ruin my well being over and over again, I’ve had it!

2020, as much as it pains me, I’m leaving. If there is anything you want to say, say it to me now, cause my patience with you has reached its end.

Your angry and tired ex,
Sab Sab.

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Dear 2020,

When we first got together I was so excited for our future as a couple. We had so many hopes and dreams, and the first of many good memories were coming to light. We went to see two of my favorite bands on the same lineup in February,there were talks of us going to countless other in person concerts, prom, going to Seattle or NYC or California. But then, you lost your mind. Each month you just spiraled out of control and became increasingly more terrifying to be around. You went on a killing spree and murdered some of the most influential people in the world, you started political arguments everywhere we went, you were on the verge of starting a THIRD World War,and then got the genius idea of forcing me to hardly leave the house dang well knowing I like to go places and explore new things. And that’s only some of the madness you caused. SOME. Does that not seem like a giant red flag to you? Does that not seem like enough reason to go get professional help? Your reckless, destructive behavior has become increasing painful to watch and it’s really taken a toll on me. You’ve caused many tears, panic attacks, and depressive episodes.  It’s mentally draining to be your partner. We’re done. It’s about time I move on for my mental wellbeing and begin to explore new things. Though it was mentally exhausting being your partner, I just want to say thank you for giving me enough time to reflect on myself, I appreciate it. But we are done. It’s not worth my time and energy anymore.

- Isabella F.

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Dear 2020,

2021 is here. It’s the year I turn 18. The year I graduate high school, and the year I start my first year of college. It’s a year full of new things and new beginnings therefore I would like to say goodbye 2020. Good things happened and bad things happened, there were good memories and some months are blurred, overall I did keep a smile on my face. It wasn’t a great year but it wasn’t a bad year, it was definitely a year to remember. Thank you 2020 for being a year to remember and a year that made me realize 2014-2016 were the years I was living my best life.

~Idalis

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Dear 2020,

The day is FINALLY HERE! Although it should’ve happened months ago. Farewell! Good riddance! Peace out! Have a great life! I won't be saying I am going to miss you. I spend a year of my life being nothing but scared, bored, tired, and OUCH my eyes hurt from looking at the screen all day.

I really had high hopes for you. I thought maybe you were gonna be like a roller coaster. You just needed to reach the top to get all the momentum then you would be amazing. NO! You just kept going up and up and up and up. You never fell down. By the time you do, I will already be dead from dehydration and starvation for being on the roller coaster so long.

Then you had to bring all your friends to live with us without ME inviting them. Covid. Forest Fire. Death. Civil Unrest. Quarantine. You should know this but I guess I will give you the lesson, you need to ASK before inviting somebody to live at a house that isn’t your own. Then out of everybody, you invite you had to invite the party poopers. Like come on, Covid is fearful and chaotic. Forest Fire is the biggest anti-environmentalist and takes up all the oxygen in the room. Death brings sadness everywhere he goes and I swear everybody he touches is never seen again. Then Civil Unrest always finds a way to create problems for EVERYONE and is so hostile towards EVERYTHING. Finally, we have Quarantine who is such a bore that it makes me sleepy just thinking about her.

Since January 1st, all you did was suffocate me and bring all these negative people to my circle. I AM DONE! I AM OUT! See you never! Have a great life and I wish you luck in finding and torturing the next victim.

From yours truly,
Izzy