Once he cut it off, he could use it as a weapon because it's powers still worked, so if someone attacked him he could just whip it out and use it as a weapon to turn his enemies to stone, which he does on few occasions and wins the fights that would either be impossible or much harder for him.
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It could be 2 answers. Either 'In fact" or "In other words"
Pick the one that sounds better to you
Dear Mom and Dad,
You have played such an important roll in my life. I appreciate your generosity,selflessness, and just your all around support. You’ve made it so where I can think on my own . I’m am very blessed to have parents who take responsibility . You’ve made me realize what being a good human being is. Just a reminder that I am thankful for your hard work and existince. I don’t know where I would be without you.
P.s I wish you abundant properties
Love( your name)
Percy has so much trouble deciding whether to stay year round or go to seventh grade. If he went to 7th grade he would be able to see his mom more often but if he decided to stay year round he would be able to interact with people just like him.