My Hockey Alpha
“It does feel like my emotions are all over the place.”
My mother nodded, brushing another stray strand of tear-soaked hair away from my face. “Just remember, sweetie, it’s okay to feel this way,” she said gently. “And it’s okay to ask for help when you need it. We’re here for you.”
“Thanks, mom,” I whispered, wiping my tears away with the back of my hand. “I’ll try to remember.”
There was a silence between us. I sat up, looking away as I wiped away my tears. It was still strange to cry in front of my mother.