Hayley stayed in bed most of the day. Her father had arrived back from another trip to Kingston. He brought back new books for her, yet she had no desire to read them. Maddie came into her room to check on her. "I see your father has brought you more books".

"I have not been in the mood for reading." Hayley would not look up.

"It appears you have not been in the mood for much of anything."

"I have kept to myself so that you would not be exposed to my dreadful disposition."

"Would you agree to stop brooding long enough to have a conversation?"

"I am not brooding!"

"Would you stop grieving and talk with me?"

"Is there anything worthy of discussion?"

"Tell me what your thoughts have been." Maddie sat on the edge of the bed and rubbed Hayley's arm gently.

"I hate my life!" Hayley huffed.

"You should spend your time thinking positive thoughts."

"I am in no mood for lectures."

"What would you prefer me to say?"

"I wish for you to keep silent and leave me in solitude."

Maddie ignored the comment. "Do you plan to stay in this bed all day?" Hayley did not respond. "If I were in your situation, I would forget about the things I cannot change."