“Time for class. Today we’re gonna talk about our childhood. It’ll be a lesson of culture. I chose your partners. Frankie and Kyle. Troy and Cody. Crap I thought. “Samantha and Becky.” It’s official. He hates me. Mr. Sherman hates me. I told him it’s Sam.

After that, me and becky got together. “I grew up on a ranch! I had ma verry own pony! Maw and Paw bought me all kinds of bows and ribbons to dress ‘er up. I also dressed ma self up. And I love make-up. Mini skirts, too! Got me a new one the other day. It’s real purty.” Oh shut up. I smiled at her like I cared.

“Well, I played with Barbies. I tied them to my remote control cars. I loved making them spin around until they fell off. I also had a train. The bridge fell out when you pressed the button. Oh! I loved playing “Cops” with Cody and Kyle. It was so much fun making the car and gun sounds!”

“Oh. That’s different.” She half-heartedly laughed. “Yeah, I know. My dad wanted a son.” My smile was big and whole-hearted. I’m a great actress.