[we will have a seat and hang out at jamba juice. that is fine with her.]

But there are definitely ways to feel worse. If that's any consolation. [at least her optimism's back! but she does offer a sympathetic little smile because she gets it. it's bad.] At least it'll get better in time, so just take it easy for a few more days.

[as for the rest...she shrugs.]

We're okay. ["we" of course because of cloud, too.] Seems like everything wore off finally, and the wounds haven't reopened or anything. I'll call that a win.