Grady's blog

 A connection I have like that is with my sister. We have always understood each other because she is so mellow. When I wanted to do anything active I would go with my brother and have fun. But if I wanted to talk and relax I would with Emerson because she was always relaxing. It was nice because it was someone to talk to who wasn't an adult. I like talking to my parents but you cant talk to them the same way you can with your sibling. I can't cuss around my parents and sometimes that's the best way to express the emotion.  Today in class we read chapter 13. We also answered 7 questions about what we read. Today I learned how to solve for equilibriums.

 "reflect on a situation where you felt confident in your abilities. How did that confidence influence your choice or effort?" Throughout my life, I have been driving jet skis. When I got my boat license at 12, the first things I drove was a Boston whaler and a sea Doo. I have always been cocky because I felt I spent so much time on them. Over the summer I decided to go find my brother( who was on the pontoon boat). When I found him I thought it would be a good idea to spray the boat with water. I had no idea how powerful the blast coming out of the back of the jet ski really is. I blew the entire side wall in and some seats were ripped off the nails. I threw 2 of his friends in with the water and soaked the boat. I was over confident and it could have ended more badly. My over confidence made my choose to think I could do this and there would be no consequences. Today in class we talked a lot. I left early to go see Jordan the trainer. Today I learned how painful electro-the...

 To me they seem more reckless because it seems like his parents do care. They seem a little stern but it seems like they are supportive. They go to his graduation and take him out to dinner. His sister seems like she cares a lot. They even ask about college and offer to buy him a new car. He seems upset that they even offered to give him a new car. I understand the motives behind his actions from the book, but if I hadn't read the book then I would think he is a very reckless teen. Today in class we watched some of the movie. We also had to answer these questions on illuminate. Today I learned about brake calipers.

 I started realizing how supportive my parents really were. I was getting to an age where I was aware of peoples relationships with their parents. I could see my friends constantly arguing with their parents. With mine I never would argue but would talk to them. It made me feel like I was being heard. This is different from Alex because his parents kept secrets. With his dad he never felt like he fully connected. Today in class we read some of the books. We also got this really long assignment. Today I learned where to find a U-joint.

 Alex stood out to me the most because he was an adventurous young man. We aren't the same age but we are close and it makes me try to put myself in his shoes. I try to imagine how my parents would react if I had just left college, gave all the money away, and vanished without any supplies. I compare this to my parents and see how fast I would get in trouble. Then I realize I live my own life and they can't control it. The most impact thing for me was just him making the decision to leave. He felt strongly and made his mind fast. This impacts me because I am a very indecisive person and often have to consult with friends to help me choose. Today in class we took a test. We also watched March madness. One thing I learned today was that Chuck Norris died.

At this stage, success reflects good grades and being active. We are trying to learn how the world works and work our way in. We have to apply to colleges. We have to study for at least 1 test a week. We are just getting taught to work with stress because that is what the real world is. This isn't freedom but the only true freedom is in the wild. these days we have to work and pay to live. Today in class we completed a connections work sheet. We also completed an identifying sheet.  Today I learned who Everett Ruoss is.

 A lot of times at the lake I will leave on a boat by myself. It helps me to relax if I'm getting annoyed with things. I've done this a lot. I'll wake up and have some breakfast, while everyone's up at the house I jump in the whaler and drive off. My I usually just go to the middle of the lake and lay in the sun but its a great way to start my day, because after I feel like I have calmed down. Today in class had group chapter review. We received homework as well. Today I learned a new song.