Assignment #24- Junior year- Benjamin Webster

This year is probably one of the most memorable. I guess its because its still happening. Regardless, I've had a good time overall and wish it didn't end the way it did. If I can attribute anything to this year it has to be growth. Both physically and mentally I've grown up.

For starters, I'm now over six feet tall and with my figures crossed, I hope that I can be the taller than my 6'3" brother. I've also gotten stronger. For the first time college swim teams have shown legitimate interests in recruiting me. I also won a second 110% award for swim with my coaches lauding my effort and dedication. It's all flattering and makes me feel like I can do anything I put my mind to. With my mother's encouragement, I signed up for boys volleyball. Although I can confidently say I'm the worst player on the team, I still try to push myself out of my comfort zone and improve. 

AP French & Physics among other classes have been tough to put it simply. Despite this, I've persevered through bad test grades and the temptation to sleep in class. Although I am certainly not getting 100% in any of these classes, I know my hard work will pay off. I've also been able to work on other intellectual pursuits such as mapping out my family tree or reading for pleasure. College is stressful and a blessing with this quarantine is I finally have time to read up and decide where I might want to apply to. With an improved ACT I hope I can find my home for a good price.

I don't know what summer has in store but one thing is for sure, I'll have to find a job. I life-guarded last summer and if pools are closed, I'm out of work. I will have to find some way I can swim as well so I can improve my technique.

Junior year is a jumping off point for Senior year for me. I hope it will be my best year yet and I can grow to my full potential.