Encouragement

"C, I believe in you. I see so much potential in you, and I really think you can do this. But whatever you decide, I'll stand behind you. I won't judge you, and I won't abandon you."

Were sweeter words ever spoken?

Thank you for believing in me. Thank you for pointing out that, if this world was perfectly wonderful, we wouldn't want to leave. Thank you for reminding me why I signed up for this in the first place- the kids, those dear little starfish...

And so the fight continues.