I'm sorry that things got all weird with Charlie. It's always really awkward when you break up with someone and still want to be friends but they take it as a sign of reconciliation. It's no fun to deal with that and it's definitely no fun to dash someone's hopes. I hope that the awkwardness ends soon and that he realizes that clinging to the hope you'll change your mind is going to push you away as a friend.

But you definitely shouldn't let that deter you in regards to the person you're developing feelings for! May be better to just spend some time talking to them and building a rapport to test the waters after all this though :D

Congratulations again on the grades, you did awesome this semester. I hope that your financial aid office will help you, but I'm sure they'll have some kind of resources for you. I'm glad your parents are willing to help, especially since your mother wasn't so sure when you started. While it sucks to have to be in this position at all, at the very least you know you have support and that's always a good thing. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you!