Chapters 15-21 Connections

I found myself approaching tears watching Louis undergo his maturation process, much as human children do. I experiencing pride as Louis accomplished so many things, while culture and lifestyles were stacked against him, much like myself overcoming many obstacles to make myself become successful in this life and be a good role model for my kids. I hope that my children grow up to be as honest and honorable, hard working and true to himself as Louis and Sam.

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Chapters 8-14: Connections

     I found myself feeling proud of the cob for the extent that he goes to for his son. I can totally connect with the cob's feeling of need to to do whatever is within his power to help his son. I would and have given everything that I've had to benefit my kids. I feel so defeated when I'm unable to help them accomplish things or experience things.
     Louis' feeling of excitement at going to camp is dead on with what I witnessed in my kids when they first went to camp (thanks to the kindness of others and their contributions). I cried when I looked at their faces and exhuberance when they got they got their first looks at the wonderous place that they would be staying. I felt so proud and scared for them.

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Chapters 1-7: Connections

I found that, while reading the descriptions and actions taken by Sam, I was continually saying things to myself, such as; Dillon (my son) takes off and does things like that(disappearing to scout the woods and things), oooh...I remember when Sierra (my daughter) did ??? (anything to help an animal) and sounds like my kids. My kids are very active, outdoorsy, curious and concerned about the wildlife in their environment.
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