[ hm... maybe this is what "living in the moment" is supposed to mean? right now, Hilda doesn't want to think about the past or what might happen in the future. she just wants to stay close to her friend and enjoy the time that they have right now. ]

Thanks... I feel the same way.

[ she pulls away again, and her soft grin is already turning into another playful one. ] But hey, let's keep a minimum on the depressing exchanges! Gotta stay positive, right?