Laina,
I hope you wanted me to read this because you knew I would symathize with you, because I do; I definately do.
Girl, you are so lost. Who wouldn't be in a family like yours? You feel like an unwanted, used outsider. It's understandable. What you don't understand, though, is how resiliant you are, and how much you can accomplish if you put all your negative energy into your dreams.
August talks to me about you, often. She cherishes the time ya'll spend together and she loves the women you are becoming. I've even tried to talk her into coming down here and living with me, but she doesn't want to leave her sister. And it's not because she pities your or because she thinks it'll make you mad, but because she wants to share in all the glorious moments that make you who you are.
You're dad thinks you're amazing, too. I promise; I know it's hard to believe, but he knows you're special. He knows you have a heart that will stay strong. I think that's why he leaves you be, and quite frankly, shelters August. Don't you tell her I said this, but it would be very difficult for her survive without Daddy helping her, and I know that you could. She's amazingly strong, but she uses weakness as a crutch sometimes. Her pride in accomplishments almost overshadows other's praise.
As for Jessica, that girl absolutely adores you. She looks up to you, and you're the only one who's been there through everything, even when she pisses you off. You're a loyal friend, and that's what makes you great. Right now, Jessica is going through just as much shit as you, and if she needs a little time with this guy, ignoring the irrational thoughts in her head and just living in the moment, let her be. She'll come back. Talk to her and let her know that as much as she needs you, you need her more. Because you do; she's your best friend. You guys need to stick together.
I love you, Laina. Keep writing, and remember, never be someone's slogan because you are poetry.
Trinitie