Artie had a good summer, a really good summer. The doctor's found a way to repair his spinal cord so he could walk again. If that wasn't good enough already, he got rid of his glasses (contacts) and "geeky" clothes. With the help of his younger sister, Amy, Artie got a brand new "cooler" wardrobe. (think Kevin McHale's NLT boy band look) The only bummer was that he never got to see Tina, but she's going to be extremely surprised when she sees him when school starts in a week. Artie spent the last week of summer relaxing and dancing, of course.

Artie couldn't wait to see Tina again. He was so excited that he could hardly sleep the night before. As a result, he was almost late for school when he refused to get up from bed. Only after his mother's screaming that he was going to be late did he hurry out of bed and commence with his morning routine. Unfortunately he skipped breakfast because he was afraid of being late. Luckily he got to school with 5 minutes to spare. He immediately headed for class, unaware of the many girls who were staring at him. It was most unfortunate that he didn't have any classes with Tina or any other Glee Club members. But he'll see them at practice after school.

The bell rings, signaling the end of 4th period and beginning of lunch. Artie suddenly remembered that he had a doctor's appointment during lunch. Luckilly, his dad was already waiting for him in the parking lot. Off they went!

Meanwhile in the cafeteria, Tina was looking for someone that she couldn't find. She found at her usual table with her fellow Glee Clubbers Mercedes and Kurt and sat down.

"Hey guys, have you seen Artie?" Tina asked.

"Welcome back to you too Tina. We're fine, thanks for asking." Kurt replied smugly. Mercedes smiles.

"Sorry guys, it's just that I haven't seen Artie all day and was just wondering where he is." Tina blushed.

"Nah it' cool girl, we know you're looking for loverboy, but I haven't seen him. He hasn't been in any of classes yet. But don't sweat it girl, you'll see him at practice. I know he wouldn't miss the first glee practice of the year for anything." Mercedes winks.

"Yeah I guess you're right. I'm just anxious I guess." Tina says. The rest of lunch was spent discussing summer. The bell rings, signaling the end of lunch.

"Time to get to class." Kurt says.

Artie heard the bell ring and ran into school to get to class. The last 2 periods seemed to drag by slowly for Artie.

"3-2-1" The bell rings "Finally!" exclaimed Artie. Artie gets up and heads for his locker to put his books away. He then walks to the music room, where glee practice is being held.

This is it. Artie thought. I can't wait to see everyone.

He entered the classroom, to find that every member was there already looking at him oddly. Mr. Schuester approached him.

"Excuse me, are you new here?" Artie looked confused.

"Mr. Schuester, it's me, Artie." Mr. Schuester's and the whole glee club member's eyes widen.

"Artie, is that you? You look really different." Artie blushes.

"Thanks, I had an intense summer." He replied. All at once, everyone approached Artie and started asking many different questions.

"Dude, where's your wheelchair?"

"Where did you get the new clothes?"

"You look awesome!"

"Did you get contacts?"

Too bad for Artie he wasn't paying attention. He was busy looking for Tina, who was by herself in her seat, waiting for a chance to get to talk to Artie.

"Hey Tina, how was your summer?"

"Hi Artie! I had a good summer thanks, but obviously not as good as yours. You can walk now Artie! OMG I'm so happy for you!" She kisses him.

Artie blushes "Thanks Tee."

"So Artie, care to explain what happened during the summer?" Mr. Schuester asked.

"umm.. sure. Basically, the doctors figured out how to repair my spinal cord, so I spent about 2 months in the hospital relearning how to walk and everything. During that time, my sneaky sister threw out all my clothes and bought me a new wardrobe. She also convinced my mom to give me contacts. So yeah, that was my summer."

Puck spoke up. "Dude, you know how many chicks will be following you around now? I know you have Tina, but that won't stop the other girls from chasing you? Look at you, you're a babe magnet now." Artie and Tina frown.

"I don't like how that sounds." Tina says.

"Me neither, but don't worry Tina, you're the only girl for me." Tina blushes and nods. The rest of rehearsal was spent talking about summer.