I look back on things and realize that sometimes I was an uptight jerkface. I should have thought about how my stupidity and immaturity would impact you and others before I subjected them to my reactions. I’ve lost a great deal in my life because I didn’t give myself the benefit of realizing that what I was about to say or do would impact you and others in my life — and not in a good way. I hope that I can be a better friend to you from now on…. – JCT (in a conversation with my friend Vanessa L)