gentle

"Listen dear, things only *seem* bad because people tend to only focus on what's going on in their lives right at that moment, like how we all thought that one year of high school was going to be *THE* most important year of our lives.

Just remember, things always get better. Don't dwell on it or you'll just make yourself miserable, okay? I want you to be happy, sweetie. *giggle* Don't worry, I'm not going anywhere anytime soon.