Hi,

I hope you remember that it's okay to cry. Your tears fell so hard that day and you fought them back, but you didn't need to. You told me you were embarrassed to cry, but there's nothing to be embarrassed about. You were in pain. It's okay to cry when you're in pain.

Toss away that idea that crying isn't for men. You're allowed to cry. I wish you wouldn't, because it breaks my heart; I love you so much. I want to take away your pain so bad, but the most I can do for you is stand by your side and be there for you when you need me. Hopefully, one day, you will open up to me more. But for now, I am content to reassure you and comfort you in your time of distress.