“I guess things haven’t changed much about school since I was there,” replied Jerry with a trace of sadness in his voice. He understood the hurt... and pain that came from being large.The waitress came and set iced teas on the table. She didn’t say a word, but Jerry said, “Gracias.”“Do I have to return to school?” asked Bill. In seven days, he was going to return to school and the continued misery that school meant for him.“Yes, there’s nothing more important than school.”“I was kind of hoping. Bobby waited by my car. I waited at the front door of the school for opportunities. I had given Scott and Hargass their invitations along with Coach Joe. Mr. Boyd, the groundskeeper was on the list. I gave him his invitation before the third period. I was waiting for Mr. Jones from the science department. He showed up a few minutes later and I gave him his. I had one left and wanted to give it out. No other male teachers remained. Mr. Harvey, the bus driver caught my eye. I walked to his bus. I had not even had the exposure as a teen growing through puberty and being exposed to the increased sexualization of society; as I pointed out to their great amusement, I truly was "the man from Mars."Then the bell rang. It always seems to ring when the conversation has completed. Have you ever noticed that?Health class was next and on Fridays it was Psychology. Our homework readings were on biofeedback; this should be an interesting class since my Eastern Arts training had taught me how the. The cold wall felt nice against her exposed skin. She had no idea about the time, but she was glad that she didn't feel tired anymore. She rubbed her legs for a moment, because she noticed that they felt somewhat stiff from the workout they made her do yesterday.Thinking back on the things she had done yesterday, she hoped it wouldn't be this tough today. And she also hoped that she would get something to wear today. She didn't mind being naked that much, but the thought that everyone could see.