How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
"Just do your best," Mom would say. "That's good enough for us." (3.37)
Susan Cray shows she loves Wahoo by being unconditionally supportive. Since she doesn't set expectations for Wahoo, he learns to take risks and is rewarded for his bravery.
Quote #2
"I'm sorry," Wahoo said again. "I really messed up." (3.100)
Wahoo sure owns his own stuff and shows love and respect by apologizing. We can see how good at communication he is and notice that he is a mature teenager.
Quote #3
"Miss you, Mom."
"I miss you, too, big guy. This really sucks." (4.30-31)
Isn't it great to see a teenager tell his mom how he really feels? Susan is an awesome mom, and we can tell she really loves him because of her little nickname for him and because she tells him how she really feels without trying to downplay it or sweeten it up.