Thursday, July 26, 2007
I guess it makes it easier to go to class if the alarm is set...
I love these sort of readings; they prompt one to think about their own perceptions and how they feel about this subject matter. There were both simularities as well as differences in the two readings. Obviously, both main characters faced struggles for their cultural background. It was so hard for me to read about their hardships they faced only because of their heritage, something obviously out of their control. It made it even more difficult because I know that still happens today. However, there were differences; things that were people were more in control of. They were treated much differently as a result of their outbursts by their mother. Also, the way others treated them was a bit different and I think that also determined how they delt with the situation. These sort of readings are a perfect opportunity for us to take a personal look at how we view others and concider any prejudices we might have.
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While I was reading I also thought of the prejudices that I and others have. I think it was an excellent point to say at the end that these narratives can teach you something about being prejudice.
Another point you made, the outbursts of their mothers. I didn't really look at the actions of their mothers as outbursts, but I like that phrasing. I think it more applied to Zitkala's mother than Far's though. She was very emphatic about Zitkala coming back to their home land after her 3 years in school. Far's mother didn't even notice a difference between her and the Americans. It was just humorous to me the difference between both mother's reactions.
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