By Jim Misunasjmisunas@gbtribune.comLARNED — Once they got past Jeff Yalden’s scruffy appearance from head-to-toe, accompanied by tattoos and ear piercings, Larned and Pawnee Heights middle school and high school students heard his message. His first message was that appearances can be deceiving.Yalden encouraged students to rely on their parents and grandparents for advice and focus on pursuing their goals in life. He said it was valuable time he spent with his grandfather that gave him perspective and helped turn his life in a positive direction.