Month 1

"Yeah, that's right. Max Caufield has survived 1 month at Blackwell Academy. I was extremely excited when I got accepted, but the more I settle here, the more I wonder about this place.

I thought this would be the dream school. Photography was always what I wanted to do. And of course, why wouldn't I want to come back to Arcadia Bay after 5 years? I've missed this place so much. Seattle was good for the most part, but nothing beats HOME. When I saw that I had the opportunity to go to this school and return here, I was probably the happiest person in the world, especially when Mark Jefferson was the photography teacher. He's such an inspiration to me.

When I got accepted, I wasn't thinking twice about the decision.

...Well, here I am thinking twice about it.

Returning to Arcadia Bay was definitely something I've always wanted to do, I don't regret that part. Blackwell on the other hand.. Huh.

There's your typical mean girls group, consisting of Courtney, Taylor, and lead by the one and only Victoria Chase. She's a good photographer, but she knows how to run this place. She always gets one of the other two girls to do her homework. Normally she's just on her phone in class, but whenever she needs to say something in class, she knows the answer. I wish I could do that. Everyone's always on their heels around her because if you do or say one thing the wrong way, she'll be up your ass.

Then there's Nathan Prescott, a spoiled rich kid who, by the way, is besties with Victoria. Bet you didn't see that one coming. He can do anything he wants and no one will say a word to him because he'll sue you for anything you have. I try not to look at him or Victoria when passing by them, but most of the time they always shout shit. Typical. What makes this so special? They're in the Vortex Club. Puke.

Then you have people like Brooke, Dana, Alyssa, Juliet, Daniel, Even, etc. I've talked to them at rare times, for the most part they're alright.

Kate Marsh is actually a really cool person. She's very Christian, but she's also sweet and accepting which I love. She was the first person who greeted me when I came here, which I appreciate a lot. We're both shy but it's cool to have someone who's like me in a way? She also gets picked on sometimes, but she's strong and she believes God will handle everything. I won't deny her of that.

Last but not least, Warren Graham. He's a huge science geek. I'm not sure how he knows everything, but he's sorta.. cute. He's helped me out with homework and I find him to be very chill, although he always wants to 'Go Ape!' whatever that means. I'll have to ask him one day.

I should probably keep up with this journal, but with the amount of homework, I haven't even been able to explore Arcadia Bay. The weekend is coming up, maybe I should wander off and see if this place has changed.

..Or not."

Month 2

"Long time, no see Journal.

'Yeah, Max! You abandoned me!'

I know, I know. But I'm here now.

You know the term 'Same shit, different day.'? Yeah, that's basically how I've been lately. It sucks because things have changed, but it's still the typical 'Go to class, get a crap ton of homework, snap a few shots, and back to your dorm'. I still haven't had the change to go out and actually explode Arcadia Bay for how it is. I can't even get 5 minutes of peace until pass curfew.

I don't know what it is, but Nathan and Victoria have a vendetta against me. Maybe it's the whole hipster thing, but they're awful. Sometimes I want to sit in my room and cry a storm, but I know that they're just insecure deep down inside. I won't let them win. And besides, Warren and Kate have been great friends.

Speaking of Warren.. He asked me if I could go to the movies with him this Saturday. I figured escaping this place for a few hours would help me a lot. He paid for the tickets and he even has a car! I wish I had one, I'd be able to go places.

I'm not sure what it is, but I find him cuter and cuter when I talk or see him. I'm pretty sure I got a crush on him.. Yeah Max, you do. I've never really had crushes, I guess this is the whole phase my parents kept talking about. I always said I'd never get to it but here I am. Damn it.

I think he likes me too, to be honest. If this movie thing works out, maybe we could you know.. Go out more?

Urgh, Max, come on. Just relax, it's only you and a friend watching a movie, nothing else.

We'll see how this goes."

Month 3

Exciting news, Journal.

…Warren and I are together.

Yeah, shocking I know. But honestly he makes me so happy. He's the most caring person ever. He's smart and talented too. It's weird how it happened.

He told me he wanted to show me a science project that he did with power point. I was pretty intrigued, but I wasn't 100% there. We started watching and slowly I noticed him smiling. It took me a minute, but after reading what he just asked me, I shouted and hugged him so much. I'm pretty sure I heard his back crack. Anyways, of course I said yes! He's amazing. He's helped me with homework too, meaning I could go adventure off into Arcadia without having to worry about time.

But then he took me to a place yesterday that I haven't been to in 5 years.. Two Whales Diner.

I was hesitant to go there because.. I knew a person who worked there before I left.

Joyce.

When Warren finally convinced me to go, I was relieved when I didn't see Joyce; not in a good way though. Maybe she wasn't working there anymore. She was the mother to my best- well, former friend now, Chloe. Gosh.. I feel awful now.

I'm so sorry, Chloe. I know your dad's death hurt you, and I'm even more sorry for abandoning you. I had no excuse to not text or call. I'm not even sure if you still live here, but if we ever run into each other, I hope I can make up for everything. You were my best friend, my mate, and I just left you.

I hope I can see you soon."