They could almost be like a second family to her. They took her under their wing, treating her like a younger sister, as well as an equal.

She is very self-reliant and capable. While she handles some things like a 12-year-old still, I don't really have to worry about her like (I would with) other 12-year-olds. I am struck by the fact that she has kind of an old soul. She is extremely empathetic and wise beyond her years.

I thought she was at least 17. It wasn't so much that she looked physically older; it was more she carried herself (as though she were) older.

This young woman was the rock in her family.

My heart goes out to his family, it's just terrible.

It’s one thing to have a support system in your life
to cheer you on during the instances when
everyone is rooting for you. However, it’s another
thing entirely to look back in your darkest
moments and still see them standing in your
corner, encouraging you to stay in the ring and
FIGHT, when the odds aren’t in your favor and all
you want to do is throw in the towel.
Not many people in this life will be on your side
even when they aren’t on your side. Even less who
momentarily will slam doors out of frustration but
never actually lock you out.
Unconditional love; the definition of sister.