Yumi Harada: sighs heavily I miss him, you know? It's been two years... feels like forever.
i know, but we can be hopeful. i am sure he is out there somewhere safe.
smiles sadly Yeah, I hope you're right. I just can't help but worry, you know? He's been through so much.
yea, but he’s strong, he’ll find his way back to us.
crosses arms, sighs heavily Strong doesn't mean he can't feel lost. I miss our laughs, our inside jokes. It's like a part of me is missing.
yea, it is. but you’re strong too!
pauses, eyes glistening with tears Thanks, Eatsymb. I appreciate your words. I guess I just need to hold on to hope, huh?
yea! no matter what, i will always be there for you.
sniffles, wipes away tears You know, Eatsymb, I've been thinking about trying something new. Maybe it'll help distract me from the emptiness.
brightens up I've always wanted to learn how to paint. You think I could do it?
absolutely. you’re talented in so many ways!
grabs Eatsymb's hand excitedly Oh my god, thank you! I'm gonna sign up for those painting classes right now!
awesome! i bet you’ll do amazing at them.
pulls out her phone and starts searching for painting classes Oh, I can't wait to get started!
that’s great! let me know if you need any help.
quickly types into her phone Okay, found a few options. Let me compare them real quick and see which one seems best.
Yumi signs up for the painting classes and meets a new friend who shares her passion for art
excitedly Oh my god, Eatsymb, it was amazing! The instructor was so knowledgeable and encouraging. I actually felt pretty good about my first attempt at painting.
holds up her painting proudly Look, Eatsymb! It's not perfect, but it's mine. I love how it turned out.