Writing can be tricky, but thanks to Mr. Johnson I learned that it takes time and effort to get better at writing. I no longer focus on how I am graded because a score is just a number. Furthermore, there are no good or perfect essays. I definitely find it important to get a good grade, but focusing on my idea for my essay and how I support it is more important and is the basis for getting a good score. I don't think I would have realized how much I can push myself to write without the help of a teacher who didn't give up when almost