Fast forward 10 years -
Casey, age 13: My mom and dad pretty much don't get me. My sister and I care for each other, but are distant because of age and points of life. I see their attempt at support, but it's all I can do not to try and find a way out of school early and live on my own. I don't know what it's like to be without them (though I think I do) and just wish they could love me more from a distance.
Casey, age 23: My mom, dad, and sister are family that I just adore being around. I miss the days of security and comfort, though realize it's part of being me to be away from them. I've seen and done so much and strived for perfection, but I realize nothing beats joking with my sister, laughing with my dad, and a hug from my mom. I know I live away from them and that's a good thing, but when I'm around them, my world is okay again. It's really hard to leave them, and I miss them all incredibly much.
Back to the grindstone. It's a lot easier with such a cheerleading section behind me.
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