Gearing Up for School

August 2

Congrats, Jason! Man, I was just hoping the team would win and you wouldn't get reinjured. But making a double-play to win the  final game? No wonder Coach gave you the MVP for the tournament! What I wouldn't have given to be there. Thanks for having Devon send me the pics. They were the next best thing.

Mom says we have to go enroll in our new schools next week. Sarah's kinda sad that we won't be in the same school anymore. I guess I am a little, too, but I'm a lot worried about not knowing anybody by Jamari or where to find anything.

Jamari said his mom signed up to get the school newsletter. This is kinda cool. Even though it's middle school, we still get recess. Can you believe it? They call it "midday recreation". After lunch, when the weather is good, you get to go the "recreation area", aka playground, to hang out or shoot hoops, or just walk around.

Get a load of this. You remember me telling you I had a job? I've been saving almost all of my pay. Come the first day of school, this kid is going to be wearing brand new Jordans. And bonus is Mom is going to be so surprised that I can help with school clothes. It feels good to do something for her for a change.

Would you  look how long this is. Maybe if I keep working for Ted, Mom will let me get a phone. It'd be great to talk to you.

In the meantime, Mom took a picture of my new school that I could send you. I know, not as new or nice as yours. Like Jamari says, "It is what it is."

Write back when you get a chance.

Your friend,
​Jubel​