turn the plastic container upside-down slowly and tap gently to remove plant. that is easy, i thought – fix fix fix, and then patch patch patch. a young girl opens her eyes only to be greeted with a warm and inviting smile. no, i stayed strong and protected you and kept you safe, while i had to suffer and suffer and suffer. the cuffs are with button and strap. i keep trying to tell myself that respite here and there is a natural thing, and part of the process, but really, i am feeling sort of wilted and anxious for this to change. 