Roberto pokes me. “She’s the kind of girl I want.” Leaning over the second floor railing, he gawks and waves. Her hand, like a fan, waves back. Her silver bangles jingle like tiny bells. I am surprised when she smiles my way. “Let me see your assignment, Roberto.” He never takes his eyes off her. “Please, can’t I look for one more minute?” Roberto is a seventh grader. He has potential, I’ve decided. I will give him all the help he needs to succeed. But he has to want this for himself. I’ve told him several times, “To accomplish your goals, you cannot be distracted by the people and things around you.” Raven takes a seat on the purple couch. Chatting with friends, she looks up at me periodically. I have avoided her, ever since our date two weeks ago. Last night she came to the wrestling room. I did my best to ignore her there as well. I am certain that she thinks I am rude. Or immature. But I sum up people very quickly. Why spend time with those who aren’t right for you?
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