Last time: less than an hour.
This time: nearly five hours.
Last time: fluorescent lights.
This time: natural light.
Last time: just show up.
This time: information given.
Last time: sent materials.
This time: they read them.
Last time: alterations, cancellations.
This time: arranged, confirmed.
Last time: deserted, abandoned.
This time: explanation, care.
Last time: distraught, tearful.
This time: relieved, contented.
Last time: traumatised, scared.
This time: reassured, helped.
Last time: confused, alone.
This time: enlightened, supported.
Last time: injured, devastated.
This time: safe, grateful.
Last time: violent bad feelings.
This time: calm gentle feelings.
Last time: caused more problems.
This time: solved many problems.
Last time: maybe brain injury.
This time: clearly autistic.
Last time: uncertainty and pain.
This time: acceptance and comfort.
Last time: seriously suicidal.
This time: tired but resting.
Last time: no point to life.
This time: a new start.
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