[There's some awkward surprise at the touch, and then some gratitude, but....yeah, still that anxiety and agony just continuing under the surface. It's fine.]

Yeah, I want to be positive for everyone else, too. It doesn't do us all any good if we're down in the dumps. That's easier said than done, though, but! We'll try our best!

[Have a thumbs up and a cheerful grin in return!]