Even If You Guessed, I'd Lie and Say I'm Fine

You are so strong. If you hadn't told me, I couldn't have known. When your whole family is breaking down around you, you're the only one who is holding it together.
Your situation is unique to me. I've never been in it myself, but tonight there was some thing bold about your own vulnerability.
I just want to tell you that it's okay to not be okay. Be patient with me, I might not understand everything, but I'll be here for you.

You asked if I could tell. Honestly, no.
I noticed how you seemed distracted, but I couldn't put down my pride for half a second to see that you might be hurting and need me a lot more than I needed you.
Girl, you've shown me and taught me far more than I ever would have imagined. There's a certain amount of petty things which have recently guarded my heart from love that melt away and make it possible again.
You trusted me with things that you try desperately to not even think of.

All I want to do is encourage you. Strive for the end of the storm. You'll make it through this roughest time. You'll come out better, and stronger, and happier.

All my love.

When the Music Fades, All is Stripped Away...

You know, I think it's very easy to get caught up in the negativity of this world. I find my heart robbed of joy and replaced with insecurities. The importance of surrounding myself with supportive people is becoming more and more apparent with the exciting news of NET Australia and as grad approaches. I know that I won't possibly be able to stay in contact with every person I know now. It's sad, but I'm fully aware that each one of them has taught me something and I'll be taking away a much greater sense of self and a certain appreciation for the way my life has unfolded.

Things with friends are complicated. All this small town "he said, she said."