seeing all the jokes about how anthony will just not stop complimenting ian -> hearing the reason of why he's been doing that in the letter vid made me CRUMBLE oh my god
like he's reflected on the fact that in the past he had become so self-conscious it prevented him from praising his best friend and now he's making 110% sure he doesn't repeat the same mistake. and now we see the rapid-fire compliments and appreciation and admiration, but it doesn't feel forced? it's like he's had it stored up for so long that he just wants to get it all out so he takes every chance he can get. i just think it's so sweet :') more!!! openness!! no more walls!!!
this!!! they're learning and growing and choosing to be better!!!! i'm so unbelievably happy for them.
the way anthony clearly thought the world of ian and their friendship but had his own stuff to work through, and now that he's grown he can express how much he values ian. it's such a beautiful story, and i respect anthony so much for recognizing what was actually holding him back and working through it