Speak 3rd 9 weeks 2

Okay hanging out in a hospital is a little weird. Now the meeting in the office isn't weird. It was bound to happen eventually. I think I could pick up some tips from her cause I always voice my opinions and such. Most of the time when I start to yell it is because I feel no one is listening to me. The same problem she has but she, rather than getting louder, gets quieter.

Something Beautiful By: Natalie Grant

''I just need to hang on long enough for my new skin to graft. Mr. Freeman thinks I need to find my feelings. How can I not find them? They are chewing me alive like an infestation of thoughts, shame, mistakes. I squeeze my eyes shut.'' Speak Pg. 125

I may have actually had more fun ditching at the hospital than I did ditching at the mall. Suprised me too. Now the whole meeting with the principal, parents, and guidance counselor was easyish. Not talking that was easy as I've had practice, years of practice. Then again I've never had to keep such big secrets in. But they wouldn't listen, and even if they did they wouldn't belive me. Despite what they think, I'm getting my act together. I am now a good girl.

''Melinda,'' Mr. Freeman says. Snow fliters into the car and melts on the dash board. ''You're a good kid. I think you have a lot to say. I'd like to hear it.'' I close the door.'' Speak Pg.123