Hi Mommy,
This is teen week on Jeopardy. These kids in my English class were talking about it, and a girl sitting nearby invited me over to her house to watch. I almost laughed, because it seems so nerdy. Heather was having a Jeopardy party basically.
My shrink and I have been having a lot of talks about surrounding yourself in the lifestyle you're working towards. Like, I want to read thought-provoking books, so he said I should hang out in the library. I want to go to college, so I should make friends with other kids who plan to go also. So I went to the party tonight.
Heather's mom ordered in from a kosher deli - as each person walked in she handed them the take-out menu and we had to write down what we wanted. I didn't realize there would be dinner and wasn't sure if I was supposed to give money, and everything was really expensive. I got embarrassed and told Heather's mom I didn't bring enough money when she was in the kitchen alone. She said she was going to order a sandwich for herself but wouldn't be able to finish it, so I'd be helping her out if I shared with her. So I had half a roast beef on rye and a pickle and some matzoh ball soup. It was really good. The next time I have a lot of money I want to take Alex and Dani there.
Hanging out with the smart kids was ... okay. Everybody was really nice, even though they were all like "Why are YOU here?" at first. But after that nobody treated me weird. When Jeopardy was over we all ate and then watched Friday Night Lights, which I love. Heather's best friend is this girl Rachel and she french-braided my hair really well. If it's not too messy in the morning I'm going to wear it like this to school.
A boy named Josh walked me home, which was really sweet. I could like him. I could get used to the smart crowd.
Love,
(potentially) Smart Sam
3 comments:
I'm glad you enjoyed the night, and every one of us has that initial experience of "who are you and why are you here?" It eventually becomes "I'm so glad you're here!"
The way you handled the money and Mom was perfect! Quietly in the kitchen... most adults wouldn't have that much grace.
I think you can drop the word potentially.
Smart people don't always make wise choices, but you are starting to. Keep that up and you'll not only be smart, but wise as well.
Great blog, Sam. I just found you through Vinny at Digital Father. I have a five year-old daughter and I hope that one day she has the same smarts and maturity that you do.
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