“Remember what I said,” she continues, pointing her finger at me as if she’s scolding me. “You deserve to be happy, Peyton. Follow your heart. Lean into what makes you feel good and take the risks, even if it’s scary. Maybe it won’t work out. But maybe, it will be the greatest adventure.” I fight back the tears at her wise words and give her a tight nod. “Your heart is the most beautiful thing about you, Peyton. Let him see that and the rest will work out on its own.”
