“I know I should, but it’s hard. Putting others, my Court and the Freehold at the forefront, leaves little for me to focus on myself. But maybe I need to look at what I’ve done and am doing, and give myself that credit. I’ll try.” It was all she could do.
Nodding, “Nothing in our lives are easy, everything is complicated and comes with a price. And you know yourself best and better than I do, but I will keep hoping happiness finds you.” He could not believe he deserved it, but that’s not how it worked in her mind. “Helping pave the way for others is great, but don’t neglect yourself along the way.” Ha, she was one to talk.
“Well, for what it’s worth, I think you’re very well-spoken. And if I can help you with speaking to others directly, call me. I always keep my phone on for friends.” Yeah, she considered him a friend.
Looking at her sketch pad with it’s notes, shaking her head, “I think I have what I need to get started. I’ll keep you up to date on my progress, but it will be ready in time for the Coronation, you have my word.” The book closed. “I had nothing else, but I really enjoyed talking with you, I hope we can do it again soon. And did you need any tea? I’ve been keeping them in stock so if you wanted any more, I had them.”