The only time I felt overwhelmed was when you were figuring out your sexuality, she added tentatively. We laughed awkwardly. That was a weird time for everyone, yes, I said. I watched my face redden in the rearview mirror. I didn’t want to impose, nor did I want to wholly ignore it, Donna continued. All I knew was that I had to love you unconditionally. I hope I did good. You did better than anyone else could’ve, I said. I don’t think I can thank you enough for that.
