I think the song "Asleep" by the Smiths has a relevance in Charlie's life because the song suggets the ideas of resignation but a small amount of hope at the same time. As brought up in class, I think Charlie is devoid of emotion in a way. We can see this through the first few letters he writes because his descriptions of his family members and certain events are simple and almost have an objective feel. I think that Charlie has resigned himself to the life he currently lives. He feels that at this moment this is his life, and this is who he is as a person. Charlie is unhappy with his life, but he is at peace with the fact that he is unhappy. "Don't feel bad for me, I want you to know" reflects how Charlie is not necessarily complaining or looking for sympathy, but merely states the facts of his humdrum life.
I do think that there remains hope in Charlie's mind of a happier place- "There is another world, there is a better world"- yet Charlie does not know how to get there. This is why he chooses to write letters. Charlie just wants to sort things out, so he may have a chance of being happier in the future.
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
Letter 1
Dear Charlie,
I am pleased that you decided to write me. I think it always helps to write about life when you find it overwhelming. I am truly sorry about the death of your friend, Michael, but I hope you can grow from this situation. I know that it may be difficult to clearly convey your emotions through a letter. Trust that I will do my best to understand the situations you are dealing with in your life.
To me it seems as though you get along well with your siblings. Your descriptions of them are limited and simple, and I would love to hear more about them. The same thing goes for your parents. In regards to your Aunt Helen, sometimes its best to not know certain things. It's likely your parents had a good reason for not telling you about her problem. It's also possible for parents to try to protect their children too much. All you can do in those situations is wait it out and hope that one day they realize.
You mentioned that you wrote this letter because of your fear of starting high school tomorrow. Charlie, high school affects your life in so many ways, so take it seriously. During this time of change, don't let yourself forget the things important to you like your family. Please continue to write. I am eager to hear how your first days go. Good luck!
I am pleased that you decided to write me. I think it always helps to write about life when you find it overwhelming. I am truly sorry about the death of your friend, Michael, but I hope you can grow from this situation. I know that it may be difficult to clearly convey your emotions through a letter. Trust that I will do my best to understand the situations you are dealing with in your life.
To me it seems as though you get along well with your siblings. Your descriptions of them are limited and simple, and I would love to hear more about them. The same thing goes for your parents. In regards to your Aunt Helen, sometimes its best to not know certain things. It's likely your parents had a good reason for not telling you about her problem. It's also possible for parents to try to protect their children too much. All you can do in those situations is wait it out and hope that one day they realize.
You mentioned that you wrote this letter because of your fear of starting high school tomorrow. Charlie, high school affects your life in so many ways, so take it seriously. During this time of change, don't let yourself forget the things important to you like your family. Please continue to write. I am eager to hear how your first days go. Good luck!
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