The first day she wore the size 30AA training bra, classmate Daniel Wilcox snapped its strap in the middle of homeroom, sparking uproarious laughter from the others. Most young people go through an awkward phase during puberty, but observers say Mullhull is particularly awkward. Tall and gawky, she is much bigger than most of the boys in her class, a fact that should work to her disadvantage in the coming years. In fact, I fully intend to make fun of her myself. Things will only get worse for Mullhull.
Experts say it is just the first of many to come.
It probably won't clear up until well into college. To help cope with the changes she is experiencing, Mullhull has turned to Judy Blume. Blume, a noted author, has addressed many of the fears and concerns of young pubescent girls like Mullhull, handling them with an expert blend of humor and honesty. Stacy has experienced slight growth in the breast area. One subject about which Mullhull has still not learned is self-gratification, or masturbation.