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Aaron reads chapter 16 - Jen's theatrical debut, drama at the school drama, deep reflections and an official end of a friendship era.

Aaron discusses theater, heartbreak, betrayal and letters of recommendation treachery. 

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Aaron reads chapter 15 - An anxious Jen spends some time with her family before the school play.

Aaron discusses significant addresses, social anxiety and the live-streaming era human history.  

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Aaron reads chapter 14 - Jen's change of plans works out better than she thought.

Aaron discusses book names inspired by tv shows and authors, choir stories and the overinflated importance of high school. 

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Aaron reads chapter 13 - Jen experiences the highs, lows and idiosyncrasies of school and finds her enjoying youth group more as she continues to bond with Adam and Lindsey.

Aaron discusses crazy school hallways, seeing former students and making a difference in peoples lives even if it doesn't feel like it. 

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Aaron reads chapter 12 - Jen reflects on her absent father and the few times she had ever met him. 

Aaron discusses sad writing, heroic single parents, and how decisions can affect others more than one thinks. 

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Aaron reads chapter 11 - Jen still frustrated from terrible play practice is forced to go to her first youth group meeting.

Aaron discusses youth group, the best kind of church people, and importance of community. 

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Aaron reads chapter 10 - Jen's play practice goes awful and is consoled by a stranger.

Aaron discusses kids being mean, kindness of some people and the adventures in sequel writing.

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Aaron reads chapter 9 - Jen fights loneliness and depression but gets encouragement from a friend.

 Aaron discusses loneliness and depression, and never knowing what other people go through.

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Aaron reads chapter 8 - Jen is annoyed with friends and tries out for the school play and it turns out better than she thought.

Aaron discusses theater, friendships, and picturing Geneva High School circa 1999 whenever he writes.

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Aaron reads chapter 7- meeting the new youth pastor with her over excited mom but not hating it as much as she should have.

Aaron discusses students youth ministry, adventures in monochromatic church populations, and the difficulties in being a teen.