It's a helpful thought. [Maria doesn't elaborate too far on that, but she remains sounding understanding. Knowing people have experienced the same hardship you have is always a balm of some kind.

Forrest's reaction to Maria's comment only confirms her suspicion on his relationship, and one side of her mouth turns up a bit as she watches it. It's rather cute to see young love like that.]

I'm sure she'd love that. I haven't met her too many times, but it seems like something fitting for her.