Part 2: Essentially, I felt I couldn't live without online interaction because of my inability to make friends irl. And that was to my detriment. After I left the hospital, I was grounded for months from any technology whatsoever. In that time, I found it difficult to let go of this addiction, almost like going through withdrawal. When I went to Hawaii to go see my mother, I got my phone back and was allowed to use her iPad, so I communicated with you then, if you remember. But in that period of time, I just realized that if I didn't let go, the cycle would never end and I would never find reality. Reality can be harsh and cold, whereas you can mold the Internet into whatever you desire it to be. And I did just that-made it a dream land to escape reality into. And in Hawaii I told myself I needed to start living in the real world, no matter how harsh it may be. So I told SFG goodbye and went back to Maryland to start a new life. And it wasn't easy at all. Because of how foolish I acted in 6th grade, I was bullied even when I didn't do anything to provoke it in 7th. It was pretty miserable, but I pulled through and made some solid friends. But I've always had difficulties, issues, hindrances, but none of it stopped me from chasing my dream: Flying. In 7th grade, I joined an organization called Civil Air Patrol, which is an auxiliary of the Air Force that does volunteer work and teaches cadets all about life from a military perspective. It changed everything. I learned so much about caring for others, discipline, and how to strive towards the person you dream to be. I made many good friends who are still there today who I'm extremely thankful for. Years pass, and I slowly began to learn the value of life and bonds that come from it. (Part 3 will be posted soon)
