What word best describes the mother’s behavior in paragraph 7?

Jamie’s mother answered thoughtfully. In paragraph 7, Jamie is upset that Bobby might be taking Ben’s place at school. His mother attempts to soothe Jamie and be diplomatic—acknowledging Ben’s importance to Jamie, while also encouraging Jamie to become friends with Bobby. Jamie’s mother is being kind to Jamie. There is also nothing from the passage to indicate that Jamie’s mother is elated, or extremely happy.