I've had my dreams shattered in the past, more than I'd care to admit. Some have changed, some have not. Someone has entered my life who has gotten me to dare to dream and I only hope that, even if I'm just a friend, I can be by her side for as long as possible and learn as much about her as possible. The fact she's talking to me after being creeped/freaked out by me (she herself admits she's not sure why, but not in a bad way) is a good sign though.