ering comfort and understanding. "Sometimes, Lily-bug," Maeve said, stroking her daughter's hair, "love isn't enough. Sometimes, people need to grow and change before they can truly be re

finding a sense of calm amidst the storm of her emotions. She knew that Maeve was right. She couldn't dwell on the past forever. She needed to heal, to find her own strength, to create a future that was truly her own. She started volunteering at a local animal shelter, finding comfort in the unconditional love of the animals. She enrolled in a photography class, rediscovering her passion for capturing the beauty in the world around her. She spent time with her friends, laughing and rediscovering the joys of simple com