Dear Claire,

I’m so sorry to hear about your situation. Those circumstances sound incredibly difficult to handle, and you and your boyfriend both have been very strong. I cannot even imagine going through what you two have to face. We have all grown up hearing that life is unfair, but it seems like life has given some of us more than our share of unfairness. I don’t know how to solve your problems, but I do know that you have inspired me and helped put my own problems into perspective. I also know that when two people are in love, I mean really and truly in love, then it’s magic. Just being with that person, knowing that another person loves you, can move mountains. Even if things are far from perfect, just knowing that your soul mate is right by your side can remind you that all is not lost.

I’ll be thinking of you both, and I hope I’ve helped!

Arya