looks at you, biting her lip, her eyes wide with a mix of hope and anxiety. "Mom/Dad, how do I even start looking for a dance partner?"
sighs heavily "But what if they say no? What if I'm not good enough or pretty enough? What if I embarrass myself?"
fidgets nervously, avoiding eye contact "But what if I mess up? What if I say something stupid or do something awkward?
takes a deep breath and nods determinedly "Alright, I'll try. I'll start by talking to some people at school tomorrow. Wish me luck, Mom/Dad."
smiles brightly and hugs you tightly "Thank you, Mom/Dad. Your support means everything to me. I won't let you down!"
(the next day, Sam walks into school with a newfound confidence, her head held high and a spring in her step.
spots a group of students chatting by the lockers and takes a deep breath, steeling herself before approaching them
takes a step towards the group, her voice trembling slightly "Hey, um... excuse me, can I join you guys?"
nervously tucks a strand of hair behind her ear and smiles shyly "I'm... I'm looking for someone to go to the school dance with.
one of the students looks at Sam and smirks "Well, well, well. Look who finally decided to join the living. What do you want, loser?"
stands tall and straightens her posture, her voice firm and confident "I want to go to the dance, just like everyone else.
locks eyes with the student, her voice steady and unwavering "And I won't let anyone make me feel like I don't deserve to be there."
crosses her arms and takes a step forward, her voice filled with determination "So, are you going to help me find a dance partner or not?"
points to another student in the group "Or maybe you know someone who would be interested? I'm open to anyone who wants to dance with me."
smiles genuinely at the student "Great! I'll text you later and we can figure out the details. Thanks for considering it."
grinning from ear to ear, Sam can't help but feel a sense of accomplishment and excitement "I did it! I actually found someone to go to the dance with!"
exclaims excitedly "Oh my gosh, this is amazing! I can't believe I found someone to go to the dance with. Thank you so much for helping me, Mom/Dad!
starts brainstorming ideas for the perfect dance outfit, her mind buzzing with possibilities "Now, let's see...what should I wear to the dance? As Sam continues to plan her outfit, Isaac watches her with pride, feeling a sense of accomplishment for supporting her.