Huh, you're right, they're usually italicized, but I don't see italics in your screenshot

it looks normal for me:

Well, I've noticed that the fonts are different on different computers and devices - it looks different on my mom's computer than on mine, for instance - and I think it might also depend on the configurations of your browser or something. So if your device or your browser setup changed, that's probably what's going on.

aw Iffy says <bxwaa> I'm going to take "bx" to mean a nonbinary boyfriend, and "waa" to mean unhappy, so I think her partner broke up with her...

I'm sorry, Thunder :( you're not being dramatic. that sounds really hard. it's cool that you wrote a song though! 

I'm sorry, Thunder, that sounds tough. I definitely think your parents are overreacting, but maybe there's some sort of context or something that they haven't told you about. Still, they should make an effort to be more understanding.

I definitely don't think you're worthless: first of all, everyone's inherently worth everything, just by being there, but besides that, you have so many great characteristics! you have a good sense of humor, and you always have an interesting and unique way of looking at things, and you pursue your passions and interests without any inhibition: it seems to me like you're unapologetically yourself, which is wonderful. I enjoy reading your posts; you have lots of personality and you make even small things seem worth knowing about! 

If your parents don't really get you, there's always the CB. And maybe you can reach out to someone irl - it sounds like your grandma is a good person to lean on, maybe she can help you and your parents sort things out. There might also be a reason for why your parents seem explosive. It doesn't justify what they did, but maybe they're working really hard, or worried about finances, or something. Like I say, you don't have to feel like they're justified in overreacting, but maybe if you try to see things from their perspective, it might help you feel better when they do, because it won't seem like they're just irrationally picking on you. Maybe have a talk with them and let them know that you're trying to be mature - and to prove it, ask them about their perspective. Likewise, try to ask them to see your perspective, and for them to respect it in exchange for you respecting theirs. I don't really know enough about the situation, though - if what I'm saying doesn't apply at all, just ignore it :/ I hope it helps, though, and that things get better soon - and please remember that you're 100% very, very, worthy of everyone's care and respect and attention! *hugs*

I hope the same thing :) (no pressure though!)

good luck with school!! We hope to see you around more often!! *sends virtual hugs if you want them* Also yeah haha I've been meaning to reply to so many things but school~ :)