"I had my mom to keep me in line," That might be more or less effective than a roommate. She notes the sadness, but lets Kaitlyn shake it off rather than asking about it.

Steph nods as well, smiling a little, "Well, I've always been a 'hope' sort of girl, so at least I'm in my element here. I'm sure things will sort themselves out eventually."

She's not sure if the reassurance is for herself or for Kaitlyn, but it doesn't matter all that much.