You'll never forget the anguish in your stepdad's expression after you tell him that you hate him. Try to remember that he didn't have to be your father. He loves you and Mom more than anything.

 Be patient- he ends up loving you in the end, dont worry.

 Thank you for the experience, it has made me what I am today

 Don't get that perm. Trust me, you will love your hair just like it is! Plus, you won't look like a poodle.

 He's not "the one." Let him go and you'll find someone you never knew you would--- yourself.

 Work hard. The world will take notice.

 Don't hesitate in the decision you will make soon. Your best friend gets to continue breathing life because of it.

 Tell him how you feel BEFORE you move away. He didn't end up at the same college as you (like you'd hoped) and now he's all the way in New York. You missed your opportunity to be with someone who loved you bigger than the sky. Seven years have passed and you still love him.