Hi, KC. I liked your essay Happy Story. We are about 60 years apart in age, but I can identify with a different girl misunderstood for her differences. From my experience as being someone very different then the pack, I would like to say, celebrate your differences, nurture them, expand them, and stand up for that inner person different from the maddening crowd. It may not seem difficult and anxiety ridden now, but it will bring you great things and happiness. But can you stand the course? Now that's hard! As a Veitnam vet, I can tell you that we all contain greatness within. From your writing, I see this spark. Always remember if you can dream it, you can do it. At least I found this to be the case. Regards