In the tangled web of love, one may put on the mask of the fool, ignorantly performing in a show of misplaced devotion. "Blinded by Pride" is a significant journey through a quarter-century of emotional deception, where the jewels of self-worth and discernment are disguised by the extravagant veils of pride. Penned with the wisdom of painful hindsight, this narrative navigates the high highs and deep lows of romance, mapping twenty-five years immersed in affection yet tainted by missteps. From the innocence of youthful adoration to the stark awakening of betrayal, the pages unfold an image of where personal triumph is intertwined with the sting of realizing one's role in their own grand charade. Herein lies a testament to the transformative power of reflection, the necessity of boundaries, and building a close relationship with God. This confessional collection of candid reflections, implores the reader to think about their own romantic picture-is it streaked by the hues of truth or stained with the strokes of self-deception? A guide for those in the carnival of love, this reflective chronicle urges a breaking away from the circus, embracing of change, and a pledge to step into the light unmasked, where true love awaits-not behind the pretense of pride, but in the humbling embrace of authenticity and growth.