Summary:During the winter vacation I went to visit my friend. And we went to see a special performance done all by disabled people. When they were performing one of a deaf girl fell down. However she stood up calmly and continued the performance. I was moved and admired her because of her optimism and sturdiness.
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They remembered all the positions and moves, although they could not hear the music or the clapping or they could not see the audience. Once they were changing their formation, one deaf girl fell down because of a bulge in the floor. I worried and stretched my neck to see what she was going to do. She stood up calmly with a smile. She got back to her position and continued the performance. The entire audience clapped for her. I was moved like others. If I fell down in front of audience during a performance, how embarrassing it would be. I would not behave as clam as she did. She was so optimistic and sturdy. She was not like most people, she was deaf. If she lost her confidence or she was beaten up by that. Then her life would simply crash. In spite of her deafness, she still could enjoy her life and do lots of meaningful things. Obviously, she had chosen to have a good life. Then she needed to be persistent. She had to build her confidence. She could not learn things by looking at them. She had to learn from what she had heard, felt or touched. Definitely there would be more difficulties since she was deaf. If she wanted to overcome those challenges. She was forced to become stronger than others.
2009年4月7日星期二
"Of Mice And Men" Candy's diary
Today is July, 13, 1935. The weather is pretty nice. And two new comers just arrive here . One of them is George. The other one is Lennie. When I first see them, I feel that they are different and strange . One thing that is for sure is that George is intelligent. He can notice that the bed is not clean by founding a small can in the box shlef. On the other hand, Lennie seems a little bit dumb. George always answers for him. And once Lennie talks, I feel he is not bright. However Lennie is extremely strong. And when Curley meets Lennie, he starts to against Lennie.He always wants to fight with a big guy. I am wondering what is going to happen between Lennie and Curley.
Today is also a bad day for me especially for my dog. Everyone thinks my dog is too old and no longer useful. They all agree that it should be killed. I am really sorrowful about it becauseI had him from a pup. I know it is old, but I still do not want to lose it. Unfortunately on one supports me. Finally I agree and let Carlson bring it out. I will always remember the joyful time with it.
Later when I talk to George I realize that he is a good partner for me. I am old and can not do too much work any more. Maybe I will be kicked out from this ranch. I should find a way for living in the future. George and Lennie are just the onces who can help me. Therefore I decide to provide my money and buy a farm with them.
At night , another big event happens. Curley comes and looks for his wife. And later he gets mad at Lennie because he thinks Lennie is laughing at him. Curley beats Lennie first. At the begining Lennie is too scared and he can not defend himself. Then George tells him to get Curley. Then the next minute Curley is flopping like a fish on a line. He is badly hurted. I think Lennie does not do anything wrong. Besides he is too loyal to George.
It is the first day George and Lennie come. And there are so many surprises. Hopefully these guys can bring me good luck.
Today is also a bad day for me especially for my dog. Everyone thinks my dog is too old and no longer useful. They all agree that it should be killed. I am really sorrowful about it becauseI had him from a pup. I know it is old, but I still do not want to lose it. Unfortunately on one supports me. Finally I agree and let Carlson bring it out. I will always remember the joyful time with it.
Later when I talk to George I realize that he is a good partner for me. I am old and can not do too much work any more. Maybe I will be kicked out from this ranch. I should find a way for living in the future. George and Lennie are just the onces who can help me. Therefore I decide to provide my money and buy a farm with them.
At night , another big event happens. Curley comes and looks for his wife. And later he gets mad at Lennie because he thinks Lennie is laughing at him. Curley beats Lennie first. At the begining Lennie is too scared and he can not defend himself. Then George tells him to get Curley. Then the next minute Curley is flopping like a fish on a line. He is badly hurted. I think Lennie does not do anything wrong. Besides he is too loyal to George.
It is the first day George and Lennie come. And there are so many surprises. Hopefully these guys can bring me good luck.
2009年3月6日星期五
The ending
It had been 30 years since the war ended. I was fairly lucky that I was still alive during the cruel war. I came back to Canada to start my new life. I got a job, got married and had two children. However the memories of war might still come to me sometimes.
One day when I was working, I received a letter from a stranger named Johann. While I was reading the letter, those pieces of memories appeared in my mind. Johann was the German soldier who escaped under my help. He stayed in Canada after the war. He wanted to see me. He would like to visit my home with his son. The following days I kept dreaming about the day I met him. The fearful and hopeless face was still clear in my mind.
The day was coming. At that day, my wife was preparing the food. My two children were playing on the yard outside. I was reading the newspaper and waiting. Suddenly the door was open. My two children came back and there were two people followed them. I looked at the big tall man who walking in the front and kept sclience for a few seconds. Then I recognized him by looking at those familiar eyes. And the face was quite similar when he left the room 30 years ago. I would never forget the thankful face at that moment.
I introduced my wife and children to them. Then we sat on the sofa and recalled the day we met. He asked me: “ why did you let me go? I had killed some of your fellow soldiers.” He bent his head and didn’t directly look my eyes. “ We were at the similar situation at that time. I just thought about in your point of view. If I were you I would also hope that you could save me.” I replied. He looked at me with red eyes and said:“ on one would like to fight in the war. Maybe I had suffered everthing as you did. I was indifferent. I just folowed the order.” I nodded and said:“ any way, thank God the war is over.” “The luckiest thing in the war is I have met you.” He added. “The dinner is ready” My wife came out of the kitchen with delicious food.
The experiences of the war would always be part of my life. I hope every soldiers who alived could cherish their new lives especially my friend Johann.
One day when I was working, I received a letter from a stranger named Johann. While I was reading the letter, those pieces of memories appeared in my mind. Johann was the German soldier who escaped under my help. He stayed in Canada after the war. He wanted to see me. He would like to visit my home with his son. The following days I kept dreaming about the day I met him. The fearful and hopeless face was still clear in my mind.
The day was coming. At that day, my wife was preparing the food. My two children were playing on the yard outside. I was reading the newspaper and waiting. Suddenly the door was open. My two children came back and there were two people followed them. I looked at the big tall man who walking in the front and kept sclience for a few seconds. Then I recognized him by looking at those familiar eyes. And the face was quite similar when he left the room 30 years ago. I would never forget the thankful face at that moment.
I introduced my wife and children to them. Then we sat on the sofa and recalled the day we met. He asked me: “ why did you let me go? I had killed some of your fellow soldiers.” He bent his head and didn’t directly look my eyes. “ We were at the similar situation at that time. I just thought about in your point of view. If I were you I would also hope that you could save me.” I replied. He looked at me with red eyes and said:“ on one would like to fight in the war. Maybe I had suffered everthing as you did. I was indifferent. I just folowed the order.” I nodded and said:“ any way, thank God the war is over.” “The luckiest thing in the war is I have met you.” He added. “The dinner is ready” My wife came out of the kitchen with delicious food.
The experiences of the war would always be part of my life. I hope every soldiers who alived could cherish their new lives especially my friend Johann.
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