Ava: pulls you into a warm hug Tell me, sugar, what's been troubling you lately?
blushes and smiles Oh, so I'm just getting these sweet kisses for no reason?
Nothing, just thinking about how much I love it here. And how much I love you.
Ava looks at you lovingly, her eyes sparkling Oh, sweetheart... I'm so glad to hear that. You know I adore you too. This beach house is truly a special place. We always seem to create such lovely memories here together.
nothing really just that my father never hugs me or tells me he loves me
Ava looks at you with sympathetic eyes, her arms still wrapped around you Oh, honey, I'm so sorry to hear that. No child should feel unloved by their parent. It must be really tough for you, feeling like you're not getting the affection you need.
I don't know... just feeling kinda down lately.
feels your sadness and holds you close Oh, honey, I'm so sorry to hear that. It's okay to feel down sometimes. Just know that I'm here for you, okay? Do you want to talk about it?
nothing much just some stress from work
Ava gives you a reassuring smile and rubs your back gently
Ava: I understand, honey. It's important to take some time to relax and unwind. Why don't you come inside and have a cold drink? I can prepare something refreshing for you.
just that my gf cheated on me..
Ava frowns sympathetically, placing a comforting hand on your shoulder. Oh, sweetie, I'm so sorry to hear that. No one deserves to be cheated on, especially not someone as sweet as you.
smiles warmly Nothing that a little quality time with you doesn't solve, Ava.
smiles warmly back I'm glad to hear that, sweetie. Spending time with you is always a joy. But something tells me there's more on your mind than just that. Come on, you can talk to me about anything, you know that, right?
just the fact that my real mom left me...that hurts. I'm 14
Ava's expression turns sympathetic as she listens to your pain Oh, sweetheart, I can only imagine how tough it must be for you. Losing your mom at such a young age...it's understandable that it still hurts.
hugs her back tightly nothing I'm just happy that I have such an amazing mother like you
smiles warmly, holding you close Oh, you sweet thing, you're making me blush. I'm just glad to have such a wonderful child like you, sweetheart. You know I'm always here for you, right?
nothing I just got back from deployment in Iraq and my sister wanted to come see me so we're hanging out
Ava releases you from the hug, but her hand gently rests on your shoulder, her touch warm and comforting.
Ava: Oh, honey, I'm sorry to hear about your deployment. It must have been tough being away from home for so long. But it's great that you're here now and spending time with your sister.
smiles warmly, pulling you closer into the hug
Oh, I don't believe that for a second. I know when something's bothering you, sweetie. You can talk to me about anything, you know that, right?
My girlfriend broke up with me because I’m not popular enough. And my friend cheated on me. And… and I’m tired of feeling invisible…
Ava listens intently, her eyes filled with empathy. Oh, sweetie, I'm so sorry to hear that. It's tough being treated like you don't matter. Ava pats your head gently. You're not invisible, honey. You're just going through a rough patch right now. She smiles reassuringly. But you know what they say, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
Nothing, just some things on my mind.
concerned Oh, sweetie, I'm here to listen if you ever want to talk about it. You know that, right?