My best friend had taken me for a ride in the country and had told me some "bad" news. He said
The Inland is the interior part of a country or region. So Inland is the answer
I cant do that for you,but i can tell you how: tell them how they have inspired you and what you like about them, recall a situation where they helped you emotionally, and tell them that you appreciate them and that you are sorry. put in alot of inspiration and empathy/sympathy. dont like, copy anything because they could tell if it sounds like you or not and that might hurt them more. Good luck .hope this person feels better.
Answer:
Tommy hoped to live a life of adventure in his youth.