Why is it there are some people I simply can't seem to put behind me? Why do I still want them to think nice things about me, or care about me in some way, or even just think of me fondly ("when we've said goodbye.... remember me, once in awhile, please promise me you'll try...")

Life would be so much easier if it went by my idea -- as soon as you breakup with someone, that other person disappears. Okay, so there are some major flaws with this plan, but nonetheless... it's an idea. And I like it.

Hrm. Either they disappear, or you just stop feeling things for them, how's that? They become like any other of your friends, and you're just neutral towards them. Maybe that would work better. Stupid residual feelings.