A new day.

Easter was fun. Olivia had a blast hanging out with her cousins and hunting for Easter eggs. We even got dressed up and went to church. My dad came home from Iowa, though we're all turning right back around and heading down this weekend for his dad's funeral.

Thank you to everyone that sent their sympathies.

I got a letter too:

Marissa in Wisconsin wrote:

Hi!

I really love this blog. It's all so emotional. I really like the way you write Sean. Anyway, I have a question. I really like this guy, but he is quite a bit older than I am. I am 16 and he is 33. He is my teacher, actually, and he hasn't really shown physical interest in me, but I am really into him. Should I let him know that I think I like him? I think if I tell him, he'll realize that it's okay to explore his feelings for me. I know the legal possibilities if we get caught, but I just think we'd make a great couple.

Marissa

Theresa: No. Do NOT tell him. Plain and simple. Are you not attracted to people your own age? I am guessing there is more to this story, but whatever happens, do NOT tell him how you feel or act on your feelings.

Sean: I agree. I am sensing that you may have been abused or molested at an early age? I can't really explain why, but I am guessing there is, as Theresa said, more to this story. Acting on how you feel may make him feel very uneasy and end any communication you may have. If you act on those feelings, it may also jeopardize his career and any family situation he may have right now. You may have a crush on this person, but just let those feelings be. Also, I'd recommend looking in to therapy if you were abused at an early age.