Trista, I am so sorry. After the year I've had, one of the many graces has been a heightened sensitivity to others' pain. I know w/ every fiber in me how devastating rejection can be. I've done the same as you - as everyone on Medium who reads me already knows - pouring the heartache and pink rose epiphanies into my poems. Keep writing. It IS the best way - it helps you and helps others. xoxo and an extra hug